Core Refusal Reason
Traffic safety hazards on the R704 Regional Road and the significant negative visual impact caused by the extensive hedgerow and tree removal required to achieve safe sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard on the R704 Regional Road due to increased turning movements at a location characterized by a continuous white line, thereby compromising road safety and carrying capacity.
- To achieve necessary sightlines, the proposal requires the removal of approximately 50 metres of roadside hedgerow and three mature trees, which would seriously injure the visual and environmental amenities of the rural landscape.
- The development is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it fails to comply with County Development Plan policies regarding the protection of Regional Roads and the preservation of natural boundary treatments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.11.4Section 9.2.5.1Section 4.4 of the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Patrick Purcell, sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling house and site entrance at Hoodsgrove, New Ross, Co. Kilkenny. The site is situated in an upland rural area along the R704 Regional Road within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence'. Although the applicant was found to comply with rural housing eligibility criteria, the Planning Authority refused permission primarily due to traffic safety concerns. The proposed entrance would generate additional traffic on a regiona...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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