Core Refusal Reason
The proposal would prejudice the orderly and comprehensive development of adjacent zoned residential lands and fails to demonstrate safe access in accordance with DMURS standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The creation of a standalone entrance for a single dwelling limits access options and potentially obstructs the future comprehensive development of a larger parcel of zoned residential land (LDR1, R4, and LDR5).
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the required 49m sight distances and DMURS standards can be achieved at the proposed entrance on the L-3148.
- The proposed removal of the existing dry stone wall and native hedgerow, to be replaced by a block wall, is considered a poor substitute that negatively impacts the visual amenities and rural character of the village gateway.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Quin Settlement PlanClare County Development Plan 2017-2023 (as varied)LDR1R4LDR5
Decision Document Summary
Gerard Scanlan sought permission for a new vehicular entrance onto the L-3148 at Quin Gardens, Quin, Co. Clare, to serve a future dwelling on lands zoned for Low Density Residential use. The Planning Authority expressed serious concerns regarding the proposal's impact on the future development potential of the wider zoned landbank (LDR1), noting that piecemeal access could inhibit the strategic layout of the area. Additionally, the application failed to prove compliance with DMURS traffic safety...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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