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for development, to include the following: 1. To construct a part two-storey, part single-storey dwelling with attached single storey carport & garage, 2. the provision of a new treatment plant & percolation area, a new borehole well, 3. a new vehicular site entrance 4. all associated site developments works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would create a traffic hazard due to the failure to demonstrate required 120m sightlines at the entrance, exacerbated by the withdrawal of third-party consent to modify neighboring roadside hedgerows.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that the required minimum 120m sightlines in both horizontal and vertical planes could be achieved at the proposed entrance in accordance with safety standards for a local primary road.
  • Consent from the adjoining landowner to the east to set back or trim the roadside hedgerow was withdrawn, rendering the achievement of necessary sightlines impossible within the applicant's legal control.
  • The resulting entrance would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 7.8.4 a.Section 47 agreement

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for a part two-storey, part single-storey dwelling, a new vehicular entrance, and a private wastewater treatment system at Baunmore, Clara, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located within an 'Area under Urban Influence' on a busy local primary road (LP 2628) that carries significant school-related traffic. While the applicants attempted to address concerns regarding rural housing policy and design through Further Information, the Planning Authority refused permission ...
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