257013
Extension of Duration for Planning Ref. 19/1217: the construction of a first floor extension to the rear of dwelling house with alterations to existing dwelling house, relocation of front door entrance and new detached outbuilding consisting of store/gym to the rear of dwelling house with all ancillary site works
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to meet the statutory requirements for an extension of duration as the development had not commenced and no substantial works were carried out prior to the expiration of the original permission.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development permitted under planning reference 19/1217 had not validly commenced prior to the expiration of the original planning permission.
- Works identified by the applicant, including minor plumbing and the removal of a window, were not considered to constitute 'substantial works' as defined by Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act.
- A site inspection confirmed there was no evidence of ground works or significant construction to facilitate the permitted first-floor extension or the detached outbuilding.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought an extension of duration for a development at Kilshane, North Circular Road, Limerick, which included a first-floor extension, alterations to an existing dwelling, and a new detached outbuilding. Limerick City & County Council refused the application because it did not satisfy the requirements of Section 42(1)(a)(i) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended). The planning inspector concluded that the permitted development had not commenced and that no substantial w...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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