Core Refusal Reason
The proposed fingerpost sign is poorly located over 200m from the road junction, failing to provide a clear benefit or convenience to road users as required by the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed location of the fingerpost sign on the L2188-0 is over 200m from the road junction, which is not considered a convenient or effective placement for directional signage.
- The proposal fails to demonstrate a clear benefit to road users, as it is situated too far from the junction and the existing cluster of fingerpost signs to provide useful navigation.
- The development is contrary to the provisions of Section 9.1.7 and Objective AS4 of the Wicklow County Development Plan 2016-2022, which require signage to be well-located and provide genuine convenience to the public.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.1.7Objective AS1Objective AS2Objective AS4Objective AS5Chapter 9: Infrastructure
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Alexandra Bayles, sought a Section 254 license for a permanent fingerpost directional sign to an Adult Respite Service located at Kish, Arklow, Co. Wicklow. The proposal involved erecting a new pole along the L2188-0, approximately 245 metres from the nearest junction. Wicklow County Council refused the application on the grounds that the sign was not conveniently located for road users. The planning authority determined that the proposal failed to comply with the Wicklow County D...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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