Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because the development had not commenced and no substantial works had been carried out on-site prior to the expiration of the original permission, as required under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- A site inspection confirmed that the development permitted under Ref. 20/733 has not commenced on the subject site.
- The Planning Authority determined that no substantial works were carried out pursuant to the permission during the appropriate period, failing to meet the mandatory criteria of Section 42(1)(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
- The applicant's own application form acknowledged that no works had been carried out, which precludes the Planning Authority from extending the appropriate period beyond the original expiration date.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application by Drogheda Port Company sought an extension of duration for planning permission (Ref. 20/733) concerning the construction of a new cargo warehouse building and associated site works at Tom Roes Point Terminal, Baltray Road, Drogheda. Louth County Council refused the request because the statutory requirements for an extension were not met. Specifically, a site inspection and the applicant's own submission confirmed that the development had not commenced and no substantial works ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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