Core Refusal Reason
The proposed fingerpost sign would lead to a proliferation of signage at a junction already served by sufficient directional information, causing driver confusion and creating a potential traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed sign would contribute to the proliferation of signage at the R-760-0/R117-0 junction, leading to visual clutter and driver confusion.
- Existing directional signage at the location is considered sufficient to complement pre-planning, making the additional sign unnecessary under the criteria of Objective 12.71.
- The development would be contrary to the County Development Plan 2022-2028, potentially giving rise to a serious traffic hazard and setting an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate signage.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.7Objective 12.68Objective 12.69Objective 12.71Objective 12.72
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought a Section 254 license for a new fingerpost directional sign on a new pole at the junction of the R-760-0 and R117-0 in Enniskerry Village to direct traffic to Powerscourt Distillery. Wicklow County Council refused the application, concluding that the additional signage would result in a proliferation of signs at an already well-served junction. The planner determined that the proposal failed to meet the requirements of Objective 12.71 of the County Development Plan, as it wo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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