Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to road safety concerns, specifically inadequate forward sight visibility for oncoming traffic and the potential for hazardous turning movements on a road with poor horizontal and vertical alignment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The poor horizontal and vertical alignment of the L2223 road at the site frontage would result in hazardous turning movements for vehicles entering the site.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate satisfactory forward sight visibility for oncoming vehicles travelling westwards relative to stationary vehicles waiting to turn into the subject site.
- The development would obstruct wider road users and be prejudicial to public safety, making it contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 4 - Rural Living & DevelopmentChapter 15 - Development Management StandardsRH 3Design Guidelines for the Single Rural House
Decision Document Summary
Alan Clarke applied for permission to construct a new dwelling, domestic garage, and wastewater treatment system at Claddagh West, Galway East, situated in a rural area designated as 'Structurally Weak'. While the site was deemed suitable for effluent disposal and the design was considered respectful of the landscape, the Planning Authority raised significant concerns regarding the access arrangements. Following a request for further information, the authority determined that the sightline analy...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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