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the demolition of existing 3 story veterinary surgery building out buildings and existing boundary wall, along with planning permission for the construction of two new dwelling houses on the site including the existing adjacent derelict site. The application seeks permission for the realignment of the junction inclusive of the footpath and all necessary ancillary works at the junction

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to traffic safety hazards at a substandard junction and the detrimental impact on the Rathkeale Architectural Conservation Area caused by the demolition of a character-contributing building.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed junction realignment and site access would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety due to the substandard nature of the existing road layout.
  • The demolition of the existing three-story building would result in the loss of a structure that contributes significantly to the character and streetscape of the Rathkeale Architectural Conservation Area.
  • The proposed replacement dwellings are considered to be of a design and scale that does not respect the established architectural character of the surrounding area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective EH O15 (Architectural Conservation Areas)Objective TR O2 (Road Safety)

Decision Document Summary

The application proposed the demolition of a three-story veterinary surgery and outbuildings to construct two new dwellings and realign the junction at Old Road and Lower Main Street, Rathkeale. The proposal was refused by Limerick City and County Council following concerns from the Roads and Conservation departments. The primary grounds for refusal were the creation of a traffic hazard at a busy junction and the negative impact on the local Architectural Conservation Area resulting from the los...
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