Core Refusal Reason
The proposed agricultural entrance is excessive in scale and lacks sufficient technical information regarding sightlines and road safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The physical dimensions of the proposed entrance, including a 38-metre width and 20-metre gates, are considered excessive and out of character for the area.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate technical data to demonstrate that safe sightlines can be achieved at the proposed location.
- The development is deemed contrary to the County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would negatively impact road safety and proper planning.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 6, Objective 6.2.6
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a new agricultural entrance to serve lands at Ballyprecas, Newtownbarry. The proposal was refused by the local authority primarily because the scale of the entrance, featuring a 38-metre width and 20-metre gates, was deemed disproportionately large and contrary to proper planning. Furthermore, the lack of detailed information regarding sightlines raised significant road safety concerns, leading to a conflict with Objective 6.2.6 of the County Development Pl...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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