Core Refusal Reason
The development to which the extension of duration relates (Part C of the original permission) had not commenced before the expiration of the appropriate period, failing to meet the statutory requirements of the Planning and Development Act.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority determined that substantial works had not been carried out on the specific development for which the extension was sought prior to the expiry of the original permission.
- A site inspection conducted on 16th February 2026 confirmed that development works had not commenced for 'Part C' (the above-ground circular slurry storage tank).
- The application failed to satisfy the requirements of Section 42(1)(a)(i)(I) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), as the development was not commenced before the expiration of the appropriate period.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Jim Hickey, sought an extension of duration for planning permission P. 20/648 at Danganmore, Dunnamaggin, Co. Kilkenny, which originally authorized an agricultural shed extension, a slatted slurry tank, and an above-ground circular slurry storage tank. While the applicant stated that parts of the original permission had been constructed, this application specifically concerned 'Part C' (the circular slurry tank). Kilkenny County Council refused the extension because a site inspect...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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