Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to insufficient sightlines at the site entrance, which would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed entrance and vehicular turning movements are considered a haphazard arrangement due to inadequate sightlines caused by the junction's location on the inside of a curved road alignment.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient control over the lands required to maintain the necessary visibility splay traverses for safe access.
- Granting permission would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard and the obstruction of other road users.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RHO 1Chapter 13 - Development Management StandardsDM Standard 21
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought planning permission for the construction of a dwelling house, attached garage, and wastewater treatment system at Kilskeagh, Monivea, Co. Galway. While the proposal was found to comply with rural housing need (Objective RHO 1) and landscape design standards, it was ultimately refused by Galway County Council. The refusal was based on significant road safety concerns, specifically the inability to provide and maintain required sightlines at the proposed entrance, which would ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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