Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to the creation of a new access onto a restricted regional road (R446) without demonstrating that alternative access options were unavailable, and for failing to provide the required 215m sightlines, thereby creating a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to satisfy the requirements of DM Standard 18 by not demonstrating that the development could be served by an existing access or an alternative minor road instead of creating a new entrance onto a restricted regional road.
- The proposed access fails to achieve the required 215m sightlines for a 100kph speed limit zone, with only 160m demonstrated, which would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard.
- The development would contravene Objective TI 6 and DM Standards 18 and 20 of the Galway County Development Plan 2015-2021, representing an unsustainable form of development on a strategic restricted route.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DM Standard 18bDM Standard 20Objective TI 6Chapter 13 - Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
This application by Kevin Manton proposed the construction of a two-storey dwelling, domestic garage, and proprietary treatment system at Drought, located approximately 5km northeast of Loughrea. The site fronts onto the R446, a restricted regional road with a 100kph speed limit. The Planning Authority refused permission because the applicant failed to justify the need for a new access point over existing or alternative minor road options and could not meet the mandatory 215m sightline requireme...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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