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alterations to existing garden centre retail spaces including retention of first floor retail areas 574m², new access and entrance. Proposed new 2 storey extension to provide storage warehouse to the west of the site 903m². Extension to existing external canopy to the east for covered external retail 916m². Demolition of existing storage building and bungalow on site to allow for increased parking. Extension and alterations to existing café including single storey extensions external food to go/BBQ area and staff area. Converting and refurbishing existing listed bothy/hothouse for use as retail space. Protected structure ref: KD011-028. Proposed new signage and advertising totems to entrance. Associated engineering works and site works
Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate that substantial works were carried out during the appropriate period of the original planning permission (Ref. 20/1417) as required under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that substantial works were carried out pursuant to the permission (Ref. 20/1417) during the appropriate period as required by Section 42(1)(a)(III) of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
- A site inspection confirmed that major elements of the permitted development, including the 903 sqm storage warehouse, parking increases, and café extensions, have not been constructed.
- The Planning Authority is therefore precluded from granting an extension of duration as the development does not comply with the mandatory statutory requirements for such an extension.