Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development fails to achieve the required 90m sightline to the north-east, creating a hazard for road and traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants successfully demonstrated compliance with local housing need criteria under Policy CPO 9.1 (5) of the Westmeath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The proposed two-storey dwelling design and its siting were found to be acceptable in principle and would not negatively impact surrounding residential amenity.
- The planning authority determined that the proposed site layout is deficient as it fails to provide the mandatory 90m sightline to the north-east, necessitating a relocation of the entrance.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 9.1CPO 9.2CPO 9.8CPO 9.13
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a 159 sqm two-storey dwelling, domestic garage, and septic tank on a 0.46ha site at Brittas, Glasson, Co. Westmeath. The site is located in a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence'. While the Planning Authority was satisfied with the applicants' local housing need and the overall design and siting of the house, the application was ultimately hindered by traffic safety issues. Specifically, the proposed entrance fails to meet the required 90m sightline...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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