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CHANGE OF USE FROM STORAGE YARD TO PUBLIC CARPARK, PUBLIC LIGHTING, ELECTRIC VEHICLE PARKING, AND ALL ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS. THIS DEVELOPMENT IS WITHIN THE CURTILAGE OF A N.I.A.H. BUILDING REF. NO. 14815007

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application failed to provide sufficient technical information regarding traffic and pedestrian safety, surface water management, and compliance with specific development management standards for parking and electric vehicle charging.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development lacks adequate technical detail regarding vehicle turning movements (AutoTrack) and entrance design, which is necessary to ensure road safety on Main Street.
  • The proposal fails to meet minimum standards for pedestrian infrastructure (footpath widths under DMURS) and specific parking requirements, including bicycle parking dimensions and the minimum number of EV charging points.
  • The proposed drainage solution involving discharge to a combined sewer is impermissible, and the applicant failed to provide sufficient clarity regarding site boundaries, proof of ownership, and passive surveillance.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RP-01RP-02RO-06LUZO-02DMS-100DMS-101DMS-104

Decision Document Summary

Kilcormac Development Association sought permission to convert a storage yard on Main Street, Kilcormac, into a 29-space public car park. The site is located within the town's retail core and is within the curtilage of a NIAH listed building. While the land use is 'permitted in principle' under the Town Centre/Mixed Use zoning, the application was refused (recommended for Further Information in the report) due to significant technical deficiencies. These include inadequate pedestrian and traffic...
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