Core Refusal Reason
Inadequate sightlines at the junction of the private access lane and the Regional Road R-155, posing a significant traffic safety risk.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate the provision of unobstructed 65-metre sightlines in both directions at the junction of the private lane and the R-155.
- Stopping sightlines for vehicles turning right from the R-155 onto the private lane are completely obstructed by an existing hedge on the opposite side of the road.
- The Planning Authority determined that the proposed access arrangements are unsafe and require significant revisions, including potential third-party land consent to achieve necessary safety standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 9Section 9.4Section 9.5Section 9.18RUR DEV SP 2
Decision Document Summary
The application proposes a 279sqm two-storey dwelling and detached garage on a 0.5ha site in Crickstown, Ashbourne, Co. Meath. While the applicant successfully demonstrated a local housing need and the dwelling design was considered acceptable and consistent with rural design guides, the Planning Authority identified critical deficiencies in traffic safety. The proposal was refused due to the failure to provide adequate sightlines at the intersection of the private access lane and the R-155 Regi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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