Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development involves a new domestic entrance onto the R-154, a designated Strategic Route Corridor, which contravenes specific County Development Plan policies regarding traffic safety and road capacity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed access onto the R-154 Regional Road, a designated Strategic Route Corridor, materially contravenes Policy RD POL 40 and Section 9.15.3 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The Planning Authority considers that more suitable alternative lands are available to the applicant that would not require a new access point onto the Strategic Route Corridor.
- Granting permission would set a negative precedent for similar developments, leading to a proliferation of entrances that would reduce road capacity and interfere with the safety and free-flowing nature of traffic on a strategic route.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 39RD POL 40Section 9.15.2Section 9.15.3
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a storey and a half residence, garage, and new entrance at Branganstown, Dunsany, Co. Meath, located on the R-154 regional road. While issues regarding land ownership and environmental impact were resolved through further information, the proposal was ultimately refused because the new entrance onto a designated Strategic Route Corridor contravenes County Development Plan policies. The Planning Authority determined that the development would compromise traf...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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