Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to meet the statutory requirements of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) because the development had not commenced and no substantial works had been carried out.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- A site inspection on 20/12/2023 and the applicant's own documentation confirmed that no works have commenced on the site.
- The application does not satisfy Section 42(1)(c)(i) and (ii) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, which requires that development must have commenced and substantial works must have been carried out before the expiration of the appropriate period.
- Under current legislation, specifically Section 28(1) as amended, there is no longer a provision to extend the duration of a planning permission for un-commenced developments where substantial works have not been completed.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought an extension of duration for a previously granted permission (Ref. 18/903) involving a new storey and a half dormer extension and a single-storey flat roof extension at Knocknagorna, Athea, Co. Limerick. Limerick City & County Council refused the extension because the development had not yet commenced. Under the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), an extension of duration can only be granted if the planning authority is satisfied that substantial works were ca...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.