Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is located in a remote rural area on a narrow local road lacking pedestrian and cycle infrastructure, creating a traffic hazard and contravening childcare facility objectives.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located in a rural area remote from the zoned settlement of Ennistymon, making it inaccessible by foot or bicycle and entirely dependent on car transport.
- The serving road network (L-1082) is narrow with no public lighting or footpaths, meaning increased vehicular movements would create a significant traffic hazard and endanger public safety.
- The proposal contravenes Objective CDP 10.15 of the Clare County Development Plan 2023-2029, which requires childcare facilities to be located on well-situated sites close to the populations they intend to serve.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 10.15Objective CDP 10.15
Decision Document Summary
Eldertree Playschool sought permission for an outdoor preschool facility at Deerpark West, Ennistymon, including a vehicle drop-off point, staff parking, and educational structures on a greenfield site. The application was refused primarily because the site is situated on a narrow local road (L-1082) that lacks adequate pedestrian or cycling infrastructure and public lighting. The Planning Authority concluded that the remote location would necessitate car-dependent travel and create a traffic ha...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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