Core Refusal Reason
The proposed fingerpost sign on the N25 National Primary Route is contrary to local and national planning policy regarding signage on national roads and would set an undesirable precedent for similar commercial developments.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed signage is located on the roadside edge of the N25 National Primary Route where general speed limits apply, which is contrary to the provisions of the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The development fails to comply with national guidance, including the 'Spatial Planning & National Road Guidelines (2012)', which requires planning authorities to control the proliferation of non-road traffic signage on and adjacent to national roads.
- Granting permission for the sign would set an undesirable precedent for other rural tourism and commercial businesses, leading to visual clutter and potential distractions for road users on a national primary route.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Development Management DM 21Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028Section 3.8 'Signage' of the 'Spatial Planning & National Road Guidelines (2012)'Policy on the Provision of Tourist and Leisure Signage on National Roads (NRA 2011)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a Section 254 licence for a 1-metre fingerpost sign for 'The Getaway Eco Camp' to be located on the eastern side of the N25 National Primary Route at Killineen East, Dungarvan. The Planning Authority refused the application because the site is located on a national route where general speed limits apply, and the proposal does not meet the strict criteria for tourist attractions of national or regional importance. The decision concluded that the sign would be contrary to b...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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