Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority issued a Request for Further Information (RFI) as the application lacked critical details regarding pedestrian safety, public utility connections, and archaeological impact assessment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a site layout demonstrating safe pedestrian access, including a required footpath and ducting for public lighting along the roadside boundary.
- There is a lack of clarity and necessary documentation regarding connections to public water and wastewater infrastructure, particularly concerning a foul main connection through private property.
- The proposal did not include a required archaeological impact assessment or sufficiently address third-party concerns regarding overlooking and the impact on adjacent residential amenity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
P-H5P-SR1P-SR2
Decision Document Summary
The applicant proposed the construction of two townhouses on an infill site located between St Mary's Place and the R446 in Athlone. While the development is consistent with sequential growth policies in the Westmeath County Development Plan 2021-2027, the Planning Authority requested further information rather than granting permission. The decision was based on the need for improved pedestrian infrastructure, confirmed utility connection consents, and a professional assessment of the site's arc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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