Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to traffic safety hazards from inadequate sightlines, significant flood risk within Zones A and B, and potential adverse impacts on the riparian environment and water quality of the River Nire SAC.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard as the applicant failed to demonstrate the required 160m sightlines at the junction with the R671 regional road.
- The site is located within Flood Zones A and B and lacks a site-specific flood risk assessment, posing an unjustifiable risk to public health and safety and the local environment.
- The proposal would negatively impact the riparian corridor of the Curraghteskin Stream and the River Nire SAC, while also failing to provide sufficient private open space for the residents.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy H 28Section 7.11Section 8.6Table 8.1Policy FM02Policy WQ02Policy BD17Section 9.8
Decision Document Summary
This application by Darren Guiry proposed a new single-storey dwelling and garage at Knockatrelane, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford. Although the applicant established a local housing need, the proposal was refused by the Senior Executive Planner. The primary grounds for refusal included the creation of a traffic hazard due to substandard sightlines at a regional road junction, the site's location in a high-risk flood area adjacent to a sensitive stream (tributary to the River Nire SAC), and a site...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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