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for proposed development consisting of the laying out of a new replacement, relocated and recessed vehicular access with the required sightlines, internal road, blocking up existing vehicular access, stormcell soakaway, new culvert and removal of existing unauthorised culvert, landscaping and associated site work. Retention permission for to retain existing culvert

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development creates a significant traffic hazard on the R415 regional road due to inadequate sightlines and high vehicle speeds, while also seeking to consolidate unauthorized development on a site constrained by flood risk and ecological sensitivities.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed entrance onto the R415 regional road is located on a section where recorded average speeds (86kph) exceed the limit, and the applicant failed to demonstrate achievable 150m sightlines, creating a significant traffic hazard.
  • The proposal is contrary to Objective TM 095 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029, which restricts new access points onto regional roads except in exceptional circumstances that were not demonstrated.
  • The development seeks to consolidate unauthorized works, including sheds and culverts, on a site located within a flood zone and adjacent to the Grand Canal pNHA without the submission of a required Site Specific Flood Risk Assessment or Habitat Restoration Plan.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective TM 095Objective BI O26Policy IN O33Policy TM P6Objective TM O87Policy IN P5Objective IN O35Objective IN O37Objective IN O56Objective IN O57Objective IN O58Policy BI P4Objective BI O27Objective BI O28

Decision Document Summary

Desmond O'Reilly sought permission and retention for a relocated vehicular access, internal gravel road, and culverts at Barnacrow, Milltown, Co. Kildare. The 1.66ha site, used for agricultural and equestrian purposes, is situated on the R415 regional road and is constrained by a flood zone and proximity to the Grand Canal proposed Natural Heritage Area (pNHA). The application was refused as the new entrance poses a traffic hazard due to substandard sightlines on a high-speed road, violates stra...
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