Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to traffic safety concerns regarding inadequate sight distances on the R347 Regional Road and the failure to demonstrate a secure, legal potable water supply.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed entrance onto the R347 Regional Road is deemed unsatisfactory as the necessary forward sight distance for right-turning vehicles cannot be achieved, creating a traffic hazard.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that required sightlines to the west can be maintained, as the lands involved are outside the applicant's control.
- The application failed to provide sufficient evidence regarding the location and wayleaves for the proposed bored well, meaning a potable water supply was not satisfactorily demonstrated.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.7Section 3.8Section 3.9Objective RHO1Policy NHB 1Objective DS 6Objective NHB 2Objective NHB 3Objective AFF 5DM Standard 40DM Standard 20
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a single dwelling house and effluent treatment system on an agricultural site at Rooaunmore, Ardrahan, Co. Galway. Although the applicant satisfied the local housing need requirements under Objective RHO1, the Planning Authority refused the application on two primary grounds. Firstly, the proposed access onto the R347 Regional Road was considered a traffic safety hazard due to insufficient sight distances and lack of control over adjoining lands. Secondly, the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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