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for development at this site. The development consists of the construction of a new extension to the existing showroom comprising of a Direct Reception service bay, associated building mounted signage, alterations to existing parking areas, boundary treatments and all associated ancillary site works. Retention permission is also sought for the removal of a low-level boundary wall to the forecourt of the existing premises

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to significant public safety risks and traffic hazards arising from the unauthorized removal of a boundary wall, which led to commercial encroachment onto the N10 National Road verge and cycle-track, and because the proposal would consolidate existing unauthorized development.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development presents an unacceptable public safety risk to cyclists, pedestrians, and motorists as the commercial area now extends into the N10 verge and is contiguous with the cycle-track without adequate physical demarcation.
  • The proposed infrastructure, including signage and parked display vehicles, is located within the lateral clearance and clear zones of the National Primary Road, negatively impacting sightlines and creating traffic hazards.
  • Granting permission for the new extension would reinforce and consolidate substantial unauthorized development on the site, specifically the removal of a boundary wall that was subject to active enforcement and non-compliance with previous planning conditions.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Kilkenny City and Environs Development Plan 2014 – 2020Kilkenny City and Environs Development Plan 2021 – 2027

Decision Document Summary

Audi Approved Plus sought permission for a 53.84sqm showroom extension and retention for the removal of a low-level boundary wall at their premises on the Waterford Road (N10), Kilkenny. While the building extension was considered acceptable in principle, the planning authority refused the application primarily because the removal of the boundary wall allowed commercial activities to encroach upon the public cycle-track and road verge. The council determined that this lack of demarcation creates...
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