Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to a failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a 'Stronger Rural Area' and significant traffic safety concerns arising from restricted sightlines on a narrow road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural housing need in accordance with Objectives RS-1 and RS-10 of the Kerry County Development Plan for a site designated as a 'Stronger Rural Area'.
- The proposed development would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard because the site is located on a narrow road where sightlines are restricted.
- The additional traffic movements generated by the dwelling would likely cause an obstruction to road users, making the proposal contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RS-1Objective RS-10Kerry County Development Plan 2015-2021 Rural Settlement Strategy
Decision Document Summary
Tom Somers sought planning permission to construct a split-level dwelling house and a mechanical aeration unit at Garryantanavally, Listowel, Co. Kerry. Kerry County Council refused the application on two primary grounds: the lack of a demonstrated rural housing need under the Rural Settlement Strategy for a 'Stronger Rural Area', and the creation of a traffic hazard due to the site's location on a narrow road with inadequate sightlines. Consequently, the Planning Authority deemed the proposal c...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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