SD17B/0056/EP

Construction of a storey and a half domestic extension to the side of the existing dwelling incorporating a kitchen, living and dining area on the ground floor and a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor, the development also includes an attic conversion to the existing dwelling incorporating a new attic room, landing space, storage space and dormer windows together with all associated site works including a new Biocycle waste water system.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to meet statutory requirements for an extension of duration due to the lack of substantial works completed on-site.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The application was submitted following legislative amendments to the Planning and Development Act that restricted extensions of duration where substantial works have not occurred.
  • The Planning Authority determined that no substantial works had been completed on foot of the original grant of permission to date.
  • The proposal fails to satisfy the specific statutory criteria set out in Section 42(1)(a)(i) or Section 42(1B)(b)(v) of the Planning and Development Act.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

This application sought an extension of duration for the construction of a storey and a half domestic extension to the side of an existing dwelling at Beasley's Lane, Bohernabreena. The Planning Authority refused the extension because the applicant did not demonstrate that substantial works had been carried out under the original permission. Due to recent changes in the Planning and Development Act, the statutory basis for granting such an extension is no longer available when the development ha...
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