Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety due to the creation of a new entrance onto a narrow section of the R-685 Regional Road which lacks a hard shoulder and features a continuous white centre line.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development requires a new vehicular entrance onto the Regional Road R-685, which is narrow and characterized by a continuous white centre line with no associated hard shoulder.
- The additional traffic movements generated by the proposed dwelling would endanger public safety by reason of a traffic hazard.
- The proposal is considered prejudicial to road safety and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy H28Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
Eoghan O'Meara sought outline permission for a single-storey dwelling, on-site sewerage treatment, and a new entrance at Lisselan, Tramore, Co. Waterford. The site is located within a 'High Amenity' zone and an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' as defined by the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028. While the planning authority acknowledged that the applicant demonstrated a housing need under Policy H28, the application was refused based on a recommendation from the Roads Departm...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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