Core Refusal Reason
The retention of the boundary wall creates a significant traffic safety hazard by obstructing required visibility splays and is considered out of character with the established residential streetscape due to its excessive height.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The raised front boundary wall lies within the required visibility splays, significantly reducing sightlines below the required standard and creating a traffic safety hazard for road users and neighboring residents.
- The height of the wall (extending above 1.4m and 1.6m at piers) alters the character of the street and is inconsistent with the predominantly low block walls of approximately 1m high found at adjoining properties.
- The application failed to account for other structures on site, including a detached shed and a rear boundary wall, which may also exceed exempted development limits and require retention permission.
Cited Policies (CDP)
13.22.1 Access and Sight Lines
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for a block boundary wall, entrance piers, and splay walls at 'Fur Elise', Newrath Road, Co. Kilkenny. The development was assessed against the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027, with a focus on traffic safety and visual amenity. The planning authority found that the wall, which exceeds 1.2m in height, creates a traffic hazard by obstructing visibility for vehicles exiting the site and neighboring properties. Furthermore, the wall wa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.