211283

1) Change of use of all upper floor levels and entrance locations at ground floor from hotel/hospitality use to healthcare and associated ancillary uses. 2) Construction of a new entrance foyer stairs and lift to rear of former hotel building, remodelling and refurbishment of existing North (Cathedral Street) elevation and South (rear) elevation. 3) Associated signage, site works and provision of landscape treatment to existing car park area at rear of property.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application for an extension of duration was submitted after the original planning permission had already expired and failed to meet the statutory requirements regarding the commencement of substantial works.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The application for extension of duration was received on 27/08/2021, which was after the original planning permission (Ref 15600305) had already expired on 21/12/2020.
  • The applicant confirmed that development had not commenced on-site, meaning no substantial works were carried out during the appropriate period of the permission.
  • The proposal fails to satisfy the mandatory statutory requirements set out in Section 42(1)(a)(i) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) for granting an extension of duration.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

This application sought an extension of duration for a previously granted permission (Ref 15600305) involving the change of use of the former Munster Hotel in Thurles to healthcare and ancillary uses, along with associated structural alterations and site works. Tipperary County Council refused the request because the application was lodged after the original five-year permission had already expired. Furthermore, as no development had commenced on-site, the proposal failed to satisfy the legal cr...
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