Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was submitted after the original planning permission had expired, and development failed to commence within the valid period of the permission.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The original planning permission (Ref. 18/430) expired on 7th October 2025, prior to the submission of the extension application on 31st October 2025.
- Development did not commence before the expiration of the appropriate period, which is a mandatory requirement under Section 42(1)(a)(i)(I) of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
- The application for the extension of duration was not duly made prior to the end of the appropriate period, failing to comply with the statutory requirements of Section 42(1)(d) of the Act.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought an extension of duration for a previously permitted development (Ref. 18/430) consisting of a new dwelling house, site entrance, and effluent treatment system at Tonabrooky Cross, Letteragh Road, Galway. Galway City Council refused the extension because the original permission expired on 7th October 2025, while the extension application was not lodged until 31st October 2025. Furthermore, the development commenced on 15th October 2025, which was after the expiry date, meaning...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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