Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused primarily due to traffic safety concerns regarding the intensification of a direct access onto the N24 National Primary Road and failure to demonstrate compliance with rural housing policy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would result in the intensification of a direct access onto the N24 National Primary Road where a 100km/h speed limit applies, creating a traffic hazard and endangering public safety.
- The applicant has not sufficiently demonstrated a genuine rural housing need to reside in this specific rural area under the requirements of the Limerick County Development Plan.
- The proposal would undermine the strategic function and safety of the national road network, which is contrary to national policy regarding development on or adjacent to national roads.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective TR O1Policy RH P3Objective RH O3
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Martin Casey, sought permission for the demolition of an existing two-storey dwelling and the construction of a replacement two-storey house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Drombane, Dromkeen, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area with access onto the N24 national primary road. The application was refused by Limerick City and County Council because the proposal constitutes an unsafe intensification of access onto a high-speed national road and fails to meet...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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