SD18B/0165/EP

Construction of a single storey extension to the south east gable of the existing 4 bed single storey detached bungalow consisting of: a sunroom of 20sq.m (for the existing dwelling) and a 2 bed family flat of 70.91sq.m; the construction of a detached single storey growing shed of 35.00sq.m on lands to the rear of the existing dwelling and all development works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate that substantial works had been carried out on the development prior to the expiration of the original permission.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide evidence that substantial works were completed pursuant to the original planning permission SD18B/0165.
  • The application does not satisfy the mandatory criteria set out in Section 42(1)(a)(i)(III) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
  • The Planning Authority is legally precluded from granting an extension of duration where the statutory requirements regarding the commencement and progress of works are not met.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought an extension of duration for a previously approved single-storey extension to the south-east gable of a dwelling located at Ballinascorney Upper, Brittas, Co. Dublin. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that no substantial works had been undertaken during the initial five-year life of the permission. Under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act, an extension can only be granted if significant progress is demonstrated; as this threshold was n...
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