Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to traffic safety concerns on a restricted regional road (R402) and the excessive removal of 160m of hedgerow, which materially contravenes County Development Plan objectives regarding rural character and road capacity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The creation of a new entrance onto the R402 restricted regional road would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard and compromise the capacity and efficiency of a heavily trafficked route.
- The proposed removal of 160 linear metres of existing hedging to achieve required sightlines is contrary to Objective BLO-18, which encourages the retention of hedgerows and distinctive boundary treatments.
- The development would lead to a premature and unacceptable reduction in the level of service available to road users on a strategic regional route, contrary to Council policy SMAP-23.
Cited Policies (CDP)
SSP-27BLO-18SMAP-23Policy SSP 27 (3)
Decision Document Summary
Gavin Beattie sought planning permission for a two-storey dwelling, detached garage, and septic tank system at Ballyleakin, Edenderry, Co. Offaly. The site is located within an 'Area of Special Control' along the R402 restricted regional road. Offaly County Council refused the application primarily because the proposed access would create a traffic hazard and undermine the efficiency of the regional road network. Additionally, the project required the removal of 160m of hedgerow to achieve sight...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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