Core Refusal Reason
Traffic safety concerns and conflict with national road policy due to the creation of a new domestic entrance onto the N54 National Secondary Road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development requires the creation of a new domestic entrance onto the N54 National Secondary Road, which is a protected national route.
- The creation of an additional access point at this location would adversely affect the capacity, safety, and operational efficiency of the national road network.
- The proposal is inconsistent with national guidelines and local planning policy aimed at restricting new accesses onto national roads outside of urban speed limit zones to protect the carrying capacity of the network.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a bungalow-style dwelling, detached garage, and a new effluent treatment system at Stranagarvagh, Smithborough, Co. Monaghan. The site is located in a rural area with direct frontage onto the N54 National Secondary Road. Monaghan County Council refused the application following negative recommendations from both the Senior Executive Engineer for Roads and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII). The refusal is primarily based on the fact that the development...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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