Core Refusal Reason
The development had not commenced and no substantial works were carried out on-site prior to the application, failing to meet the mandatory statutory requirements for an Extension of Duration under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- A site inspection conducted on 15/07/2025 confirmed that no physical development or construction works have commenced on the subject site.
- The application fails to satisfy the requirements of Section 42(1)(c)(i) and (ii) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), which necessitate that development must have commenced and substantial works be completed before an extension can be granted.
- While the Planning Authority acknowledged the applicant's reasons for delay, including Covid-19 impacts and personal circumstances, the legislative criteria for an Extension of Duration were not met, leading to a recommendation of refusal.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a five-year Extension of Duration for a previously permitted development (PL20/89) consisting of a dormer bungalow, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Aghamore, Ballinalee, Co. Longford. The applicant cited the impact of Covid-19 and personal financial/family circumstances as reasons for the lack of progress. However, following a site visit that revealed a completely greenfield site with no works undertaken, the Planning Authority determined that the proposal did ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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