2360029

Planning permission is sought for (a) the construction of a single-storey dwelling, (b) revisions to previous grant of planning permission PL21/221 consisting of the relocation of permitted entrance to serve as a shared entrance for proposed and existing dwellings, (c) connection to public foul sewer and mains water and all associated site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to its inappropriate backland nature, traffic safety hazards on a national secondary road, and insufficient information regarding public sewer connectivity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal constitutes piecemeal and haphazard backland development that would be contrary to the established residential pattern and detrimental to the amenity of adjoining properties.
  • The development would create a traffic hazard on the N80 national secondary road due to inadequate sightlines, failing to meet the requirements of Section 16.10.7 of the County Development Plan.
  • Insufficient information was provided regarding the public sewer connection, including the lack of an Irish Water pre-connection agreement, posing a potential risk to public health and flooding.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Carlow County Development Plan 2022-2028Section 16.10.7

Decision Document Summary

This application proposed the construction of a single-storey dwelling and a shared entrance on a backland site at Main Street, Ballon, Co. Carlow. Carlow County Council refused permission because the project was deemed to be uncoordinated, piecemeal development that would set an undesirable precedent and harm local residential amenity. Furthermore, the proposed access onto the N80 was considered a traffic hazard due to poor visibility, and the lack of a formal agreement for wastewater connectio...
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