Core Refusal Reason
The proposed fingerpost sign is deemed unnecessary due to existing directional signage in the area, and its installation would contribute to visual clutter and potential traffic hazards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The signage is considered unnecessary as motorists can navigate to the destination using existing directional signs for Knockananna and pre-planning tools.
- The proposed sign would lead to excessive visual clutter on the existing signpost at the junction of the R-747-273 and L-3209-46.
- The development would set an undesirable precedent for further signage, potentially causing driver confusion and creating a traffic hazard contrary to proper planning.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.1.7Section 9.1.17Objective AS4Objective AS5
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Hugh Lambert, proposed the erection of a fingerpost sign at Curravanish to direct traffic to Yellow Heights Accommodation in Hacketstown. Wicklow County Council refused the application, citing policies in the County Development Plan 2016-2022 regarding roadside signage. The planner determined that the sign was redundant because the location is already accessible via existing routes and that adding further signage would clutter the junction and compromise road safety....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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