Core Refusal Reason
The retention of a second vehicular entrance was refused as it is contrary to the County Development Plan's policies on family flats, negatively impacts the character of the area, and constitutes a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The second entrance creates a disorderly form of development that is out of character with the area and fails to comply with the 'Family Flat Extensions' policy (Section 11.5.24) of the County Development Plan.
- The development poses a significant traffic hazard as the applicant failed to demonstrate that required sightlines could be achieved in accordance with Transport Infrastructure Ireland standards.
- The additional vehicular access is not justified given the ample parking already available on-site, making the proposal an unnecessary risk to public road safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.5.24 'Family Flat Extensions'Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for a second residential entrance at Commons of Lloyd, Kells, Co. Meath, to serve a dwelling and an associated granny flat. The Planning Authority refused the proposal on the grounds that dual access points are contrary to the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, as they promote the appearance of two separate units rather than a single residence with a family flat. Additionally, the development was found to be a traffic hazard due to insufficient ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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