24/4545

The construction of a two storey extension to an existing nursing home to provide for 52 no. beds to provide specialised residential care accommodation and all associated ancillary site development works including a link from the existing building to the proposed extension, alterations to site entrance and parking, upgrading of effluent treatment system, landscaping and amenity areas. Extension of Duration to permission granted under Planning Ref. No. 18/07407.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to meet statutory requirements for an extension of duration under Section 42 of the Planning & Development Act, specifically regarding the lack of substantial works completed.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal fails to meet the requirements of Section 42(1)(a)(i) of the Planning & Development Act 2000 (as amended) as substantial works were not carried out during the original permission period.
  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the development will be completed within a reasonable timeframe.
  • It is considered inappropriate to grant an extension of duration for the permission (Ref: 18/7407) given the lack of progress and uncertain completion schedule.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought an extension of duration for a previously permitted development (Ref: 18/7407) involving a two-storey, 52-bed extension to Oaklodge Nursing Home in Cloyne, Co. Cork, including site works and effluent system upgrades. The Planning Authority refused the application because the project did not satisfy the legal criteria for an extension under Section 42 of the Planning & Development Act. Specifically, the authority determined that substantial works had not been performed under ...
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