21690

Permission for development consisting of: The construction of a new three storey building containing furniture showrooms, offices and storage; Connection to exising utility services; New carpark layout; Boundary alterations as per planning reference PD/20/548 and all associated site development works at

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of a confined site that materially contravenes a previous planning permission (PD/20/548), creates a traffic hazard due to inadequate turning space, and lacks sufficient justification for retail-type use in a non-town centre location.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development materially contravenes a previous permission (PD/20/548) by building on land designated for car parking and HGV turning, jeopardizing the ability of the permitted warehouse development to be undertaken in accordance with its grant.
  • The proposal represents overdevelopment of a confined site that fails to provide sufficient space for the turning movements of various vehicle sizes, creating a potential traffic hazard and endangering public safety.
  • Insufficient information and the absence of a sequential assessment were provided to justify a furniture showroom at this location, which could adversely impact the vitality and viability of Roscommon town centre.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 3 - Economic Development and EmploymentChapter 4 - InfrastructureSection 4.4 Flood Risk and ProtectionChapter 9 - Development Management Guidelines and StandardsSection 9.4 Flood Risk ProtectionSection 9.17 Retail, Commercial and Industrial Developments - Design considerationsSection 9.18 Urban Character and Streetscape DevelopmentRoscommon Town Local Area Plan 2014-2020 Chapter 6Section 6.1.1 Land Use Zoning Objective and MatrixRoscommon Town Local Area Plan 2014-2020 Chapter 7Section 7.12 Economic Development and Employment StrategySection 7.13 Urban Development and DesignCore Policy 3.7

Decision Document Summary

Image Furnishings Ltd sought permission for a three-storey building comprising furniture showrooms, offices, and storage at Killarney Townland, Roscommon. The site is situated within a developing enterprise area zoned for Business Enterprise Park/Light Industry. Roscommon County Council refused the application because the proposed building footprint and layout overlap with land essential for parking and HGV maneuvers permitted under a prior application (PD/20/548). Furthermore, the Planning Auth...
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