Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to insufficient sightlines at the site entrance onto the L-4313 local primary road, which would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed vehicular access onto the L-4313 local primary road provides inadequate visibility, as the required 70m sight distances cannot be achieved due to the horizontal road alignment and existing roadside structures.
- The turning movements generated by the development onto a heavily trafficked road with an 80kph speed limit would interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic, creating a significant traffic hazard.
- The proposal fails to comply with DM Standard 20 and DM Standard 41 of the Galway County Development Plan 2015-2021 and is therefore contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RHO2Objective RHO9DM Standard 20DM Standard 41Section 3.8.2Section 3.9Section 9.10.1Section 9.11Section 13.3Section 13.4
Decision Document Summary
E Clarke sought planning permission for a new dwelling house and sewage treatment system at Kilcorban, Loughrea, Co. Galway. Although the site is situated in a 'Structurally Weak' rural area where housing is facilitated in principle under the Galway County Development Plan 2015-2021, the application was refused on road safety grounds. The Planning Authority determined that the proposed entrance onto the L-4313 local primary road lacks the necessary sightlines to ensure safe access and egress, po...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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