Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate the required 70m sight distances at the proposed entrance, specifically due to obstruction by an existing stone building to the north.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the required 70m sight distances could be achieved in both directions at the proposed site entrance.
- The sightline in the northern direction is physically obstructed by an existing stone building and is negatively impacted by the horizontal alignment of the public road.
- Granting permission would be contrary to Development Management Standard 28 and would create a traffic hazard, thereby endangering public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective RH3Policy Objective RH9DM Standard 6DM Standard 8DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 47
Decision Document Summary
Martin Regan sought planning permission for a dwelling house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Curragh West, Dunmore, Co. Galway. The site is located in a structurally weak rural area (Class 1 landscape) where housing need demonstration was not required. While the design was considered acceptable and reminiscent of traditional vernacular styles, the application was refused because the proposed vehicular entrance could not achieve the mandatory 70m sightlines, particularly to the north ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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