Core Refusal Reason
The proposed fingerpost sign would lead to a proliferation of signage at a junction already adequately served by directional signs, causing driver confusion and potential traffic hazards contrary to the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed signage would result in a proliferation of signs at the junction, leading to visual clutter and potential driver confusion or distraction.
- Existing directional signage at the location is considered of sufficient detail to complement pre-planning, making the additional sign unnecessary and contrary to the requirements of Objective 12.71.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for haphazard signage and could create a traffic hazard, thereby conflicting with proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
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 at the junction of the R-117-0, L-1010-0, and L-1012-0 in Enniskerry Village to direct traffic to Powerscourt Distillery. Wicklow County Council refused the application, noting that the location is already well-served by existing signage. The planning authority concluded that the additional sign would contribute to signage proliferation, cause driver distraction, and fail to meet the necessity criteria set out in th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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