SD19B/0346/EP

Part single, part two storey extension to front, side and rear of existing dwelling consisting of 1 bedroom and enlargement of bathroom on first floor; single storey consisting of enlargement of kitchen with new double doors and additional bedroom with wet room and lounge area to side and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application failed to meet the statutory requirements for an extension of duration as works had not commenced and substantial works were not completed prior to legislative changes.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The application was submitted after legislative amendments removed the statutory basis for extending permissions where development works have not yet commenced.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that substantial works had been completed, which is a mandatory requirement under Section 42(1)(a)(I) or (III) of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
  • The Planning Authority is legally precluded from granting an extension of duration because the specific criteria set out in the amended Planning and Development Act have not been complied with.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought an extension of duration for a previously approved part single, part two-storey extension to the front, side, and rear of an existing dwelling at 27 Harelawn Green, Clondalkin. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that no works had commenced on-site. Due to recent changes in the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), extensions of duration can no longer be granted for projects that have not reached a stage of substantial completion, thereby p...
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