Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to meet the statutory requirements of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) as works had not commenced and the legislative provision for unstarted developments does not apply to domestic extensions.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development to which the permission relates was not commenced before the expiration of the appropriate period, and no substantial works were carried out on-site.
- The application does not satisfy the requirements of Section 42(1) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) which necessitates the commencement of works for an extension of duration.
- The provisions of Section 42(1A), which allow for extensions where works have not started, are specifically restricted to developments consisting of one or more houses and do not include domestic extensions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
James McCaffrey sought an extension of duration for planning permission (Ref: 21556) relating to a first-floor extension at an existing bungalow in Kilskyre, Kells, Co. Meath. The site is situated in a rural node characterized by low development pressure. Meath County Council refused the application primarily because no physical works had commenced on the project. The planning authority determined that the proposal failed to meet the commencement criteria of Section 42(1) and noted that the alte...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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