Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because the development had not commenced and no substantial works had been carried out, failing to meet the mandatory statutory requirements of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- A site inspection and the applicant's own documentation confirmed that no works have commenced on the site to date.
- The application fails to demonstrate that substantial works were carried out pursuant to the original permission (Ref: 16/399) during its appropriate period.
- The proposal does not meet the legal requirements of Section 42(1)(c)(i) and (ii) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, which are necessary for the planning authority to grant an extension of duration.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a five-year extension of duration for a previously permitted development (Ref: 16/399) consisting of a two-storey house, entrance, and associated services at Coolreiry, Castleconnell, Co. Limerick. Although the applicant cited the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for the delay, the Planning Authority determined that the statutory requirements for an extension could not be met. The application was refused because the development had not yet commenced and no substantial work...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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