Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to meet the statutory requirements for an extension of duration because development had not commenced and no substantial works had been carried out on-site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development permitted under planning reference 16/1010 had not commenced prior to the application for an extension of duration.
- No substantial works were carried out pursuant to the original permission during the appropriate period as required by Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
- The request does not meet the requirements of Section 42B (as amended) which removes the possibility of an extension of duration for un-commenced development where substantial works have not been carried out.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
Finucane Properties Ltd sought a five-year extension of duration for a previously approved two-storey mixed commercial unit (retail/restaurant) at the corner of Anne Street and 42 Thomas Street, Limerick (Ref: 16/1010). Although the applicant cited the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for the delay, the Planning Authority refused the application because no works had commenced on-site. Under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), an extension cannot be granted for un-com...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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