Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would contribute to undesirable ribbon development in a rural area and fails to demonstrate that safe access can be achieved due to inadequate sightlines at the entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal would result in an excessive density of development and contribute to ribbon development, which is contrary to the rural housing policies of the Limerick Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The applicant has failed to demonstrate that the required sightlines can be achieved at the proposed entrance, which would create a traffic hazard for road users.
- The proliferation of individual wastewater treatment systems in this specific location, in conjunction with the proposed system, poses a significant risk of groundwater pollution and public health issues.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HO O19Objective TR O44Policy HO P10
Decision Document Summary
This planning application (Ref: 23/148) sought permission for a dwellinghouse, garage, and effluent treatment system at Ballynabanogue, Banogue, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area categorized as being under strong urban influence. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that it would exacerbate ribbon development, create a traffic hazard due to insufficient sightlines at the site entrance, and potentially impact groundwater quality given the high density of exis...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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