Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because the development had not commenced prior to the application, failing to meet the mandatory statutory requirements of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The planning authority determined that development works authorized under planning reference P. 21/427 had not commenced at the time of assessment.
- The proposal fails to satisfy the requirements of Section 42(1)(a)(i)(I) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, which stipulates that development must have commenced before an extension of duration can be granted.
- Documentation submitted by the applicant and a site inspection confirmed that no physical works have taken place, rendering the application contrary to legislative requirements.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought an extension of duration for planning permission P. 21/427, which granted permission for the demolition of boundary walls and the construction of a residential development comprising four apartments at Ossary Park, Hebron Road, Co. Kilkenny. The Planning Authority refused the extension because the development had not yet commenced. Under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, the commencement of works is a prerequisite for a planning authority to consider ex...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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