Core Refusal Reason
The retention of the pedestrian entrance gate was refused primarily due to traffic and pedestrian safety concerns arising from inadequate sightlines and the lack of a public footpath.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The retention of the pedestrian entrance gate at a location not served by a public footpath would endanger pedestrian and public safety by creating a traffic hazard and obstructing road users.
- The proposed sightlines to the east of the entrance do not meet the minimum required standards for a road with an 80kph speed limit, posing a significant risk to road safety.
- The development is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it would endanger public safety by reason of a traffic hazard.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.6.3Section 11.6.3.2Section 11.6.4Volume 6 Section 1.20
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a pedestrian entrance gate at the Ballybunion Golf Club driving range on Sandhill Road (L-1002). While the planning authority initially considered the principle of development and visual impact acceptable, the application was ultimately refused following a report from the Listowel Roads Office. The refusal was based on the fact that the entrance leads directly onto a public road without a footpath and fails to provide adequate sightlines for the 80kp...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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