Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to meet the statutory requirements for an extension of duration because substantial works had not been carried out on the site as required by Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development permitted under the original planning permission has not progressed sufficiently to constitute 'substantial works' as defined by the Planning and Development Act.
- A site inspection confirmed that while foundations have been poured, the site remains only partially developed and does not meet the legal threshold for an extension of duration.
- The application fails to satisfy the mandatory criteria set out in Section 42(1)(a)(iii) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) regarding the completion of works within a reasonable time.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a five-year extension of duration for a previously granted permission (Ref. 20/535) involving the demolition of an existing dwelling and the construction of a replacement house, wastewater treatment unit, and ancillary works at Kerrikyle, Ardagh, Co. Limerick. Although the application was submitted prior to the original expiry date, a site inspection by the local authority revealed that only foundations had been poured. The planning authority determined that these activit...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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