Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused because substantial works had not been carried out on the site pursuant to the permission during the initial permission period, as required under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority determined that while development had commenced, the works completed to date (site leveling and marking) do not constitute 'substantial works' as required by the Planning and Development Act.
- It is unclear whether the development will be completed within a reasonable time period given the lack of progress since the parent permission was granted in 2021.
- The application fails to satisfy the requirements of Section 42 (1) (a) (i) (I) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, which is a prerequisite for granting an extension of duration.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Variation No.6 of the Kilkenny County Development Plan 2021-2027Section 5.8.4
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought an 18-month extension of duration for planning permission P20/818, which granted permission for a two-storey detached dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Kilaspey, Ferrybank, Co. Kilkenny. The site is situated in a rural area zoned 'Agriculture' under the Ferrybank Belview Framework Plan. Kilkenny County Council refused the extension because, following a site inspection, it was found that substantial works had not been carried out. The planner noted that whi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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