Core Refusal Reason
Failure to provide sufficient technical details regarding surface water drainage, road safety for vulnerable users, and parking arrangements.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal lacks a detailed surface water drainage and attenuation system designed to restrict run-off to greenfield rates and incorporate Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) as required by Chapter 11 of the Development Plan.
- The site layout fails to demonstrate adequate pedestrian and cycling priority at the entrance and within the site, contrary to the requirements of DMURS and the Cycle Design Manual.
- The applicant has not provided sufficient clarity on employee numbers or a site layout plan demarcating the required car and cycle parking spaces for the development to ensure compliance with DMS-102.
Cited Policies (CDP)
WSP-22WSP-23WSP-24ENVP-03DMS-71DMS-102
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention permission for a machine/tool shed and assembly workshop at an existing industrial complex in Cappincur Industrial Estate, Tullamore. Although the 'Industry-Heavy' use is normally permitted under the 'Industrial and warehousing' zoning, the Planning Authority found the submission deficient in technical detail. The primary concerns involve the lack of a robust storm water management plan, inadequate provision for vulnerable road users at the site entrance, and a fa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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