Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was submitted after the statutory deadline of 1st February 2026, as prescribed under Section 42(1A)(a)(ii) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The application for an extension of the appropriate period was lodged on 2nd April 2026, whereas no works had commenced on-site at the time of inspection.
- Statutory requirements under Section 42(1A)(a)(ii) mandate that such applications must be submitted no later than 6 months after the commencement of the 2025 Amendment Act, which established a deadline of 1st February 2026.
- Because the application was lodged after the 1st of February 2026, it fails to comply with the mandatory legislative timeframe for seeking an extension of duration.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought an extension of duration for a previously approved development (Pl. Ref. 21/82) consisting of a dwelling house, domestic garage, and wastewater treatment system at Ballagh, Bushypark, Galway. While environmental screenings for AA and EIA were cleared, the planning authority determined that the application was invalid for an extension. The request was refused because it was submitted on 2nd April 2026, missing the statutory deadline of 1st February 2026 required by the Pla...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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