Core Refusal Reason
Traffic safety hazards on the N21 national road, substandard residential design and layout, and inadequate flood risk assessment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard through the intensification of an access onto the N21 National Primary Road where a 100km/h speed limit applies, contrary to national policy on spatial planning and national roads.
- The proposed layout and design fail to meet the standards for high-quality residential development, particularly regarding the provision of public open space and overall urban design principles, resulting in a substandard living environment.
- Insufficient information was provided to demonstrate that the development would not increase flood risk or to ensure adequate surface water management for the site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
TR O2HO P3Objective IU O1Section 11.4
Decision Document Summary
This planning application by John Hartnett (Ref: 23/60702) proposed a residential development of 19 units, including semi-detached houses, retirement homes, and apartments at Killarney Road, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. The site is located on the outskirts of the town with proposed access via the N21. Limerick City and County Council refused permission primarily due to the traffic safety risks associated with intensifying an access point on a high-speed national primary route. Furthermore, the coun...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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