Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development contravenes the 'Enterprise and Employment' zoning objective for the site and would create a traffic hazard on the N69 strategic transport corridor.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed takeaway use is not a permitted use under the 'Enterprise and Employment' zoning objective, which is intended to safeguard lands for employment-generating activities.
- The development would lead to increased traffic turning movements on the N69 Dock Road, a strategic arterial route, thereby endangering public safety by reason of a traffic hazard.
- The design and temporary nature of the proposed structure are considered inappropriate for this prominent urban location and would negatively impact the visual amenities and character of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Limerick City and County Development Plan 2022-2028Zoning Objective: Enterprise and EmploymentObjective TR O1 (Strategic Transport Infrastructure)Section 11.4.1 (Land Use Zoning)
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for a coffee takeaway structure and ancillary works at The Dock Road, Limerick. The site is located within an area zoned for 'Enterprise and Employment' in the current Development Plan. The Planning Authority refused permission because the proposed use is not compatible with the zoning objective, the development would interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic on a strategic transport route (N69), and the design of the structure was deemed to be of a sub...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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