Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would create a serious traffic hazard due to severely restricted sightlines (27m provided where 70m is required) to the west on a heavily trafficked road near an acute bend.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed entrance is located on the L-2127-0, which is identified as a heavily trafficked primary route for vehicles entering Rathdrum from the west.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate sightlines to the west, achieving only 27 meters instead of the required 70 meters, which is further compromised by the proximity to an acute bend.
- The development would endanger public safety by reason of a serious traffic hazard and is therefore contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a new vehicular entrance and associated works at 2 Greenan Road, Ballygannon. Following a Further Information request regarding sightline requirements, the applicant demonstrated that only 27 meters of visibility could be achieved to the west, falling significantly short of the 70-meter standard required by TII publications for a 50km/h zone. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that the substandard visibility on a heavily trafficked ro...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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