Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to meet the statutory requirement of Section 42(1)(a)(i)(III) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, because substantial works had not been carried out during the life of the permission.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- While the development was partially commenced before the expiration of the permission, the works carried out (partial demolition of sheds) do not constitute 'substantial works' as required by legislation.
- A site inspection confirmed that the main components of the previously permitted development have not been carried out on-site.
- The application does not comply with the mandatory requirements of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 for an extension of the appropriate period of planning permission.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a three-year extension of duration for planning permission P20/385, which involved the demolition of sheds, extensions to an existing house, and a new wastewater treatment system at Doon Tubber, Co. Clare. Although the project had commenced with the partial demolition of sheds, a site inspection by the Planning Authority confirmed that the main components of the development had not been executed. The extension was refused because the applicant failed to demonstrate that '...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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