SD16B/0389/EP

Single storey extension to front of 2 storey mid terrace dwelling house to consist of enlargement of existing living area and to have tiled mono-pitched roof with roof light. Extension also to adjoin existing front porch. Permission is also being sought for retention of and alterations to existing front porch. Alterations to consist of replacement of existing tiled hipped roof with tiled apex gable roof, and relocation of existing entrance door to side of porch to front of porch.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to meet statutory requirements for an extension of duration, specifically the lack of commencement or substantial completion of works.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The application fails to satisfy the mandatory criteria set out in Section 42(1)(a)(i) or Section 42(1B)(b)(v) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
  • There is no evidence provided or observed that development works have commenced on the subject site.
  • The Planning Authority is legally precluded from granting an extension of duration where substantial works have not taken place during the original permission period.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought an extension of duration for a previously permitted single-storey front extension to a mid-terrace dwelling located at 32 Drumcairn Park, Tallaght. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that the proposal did not meet the legislative requirements of the Planning and Development Act 2000. Specifically, the authority determined that works had not commenced and no substantial works had been carried out, which are necessary prerequisites for extending the ...
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