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to Extend the Appropriate Period of Planning Permission for P20/148 the development will consist of construction of an extension and alterations to existing house as follows: 1) Removal of existing roof, 2) replacement of existing corrugated steel roof in slate, with the addition of two sky lights, 2) provision of one new window opening to the front and one to the rear, 3) enlargement of one existing window opening 4) replacement of existing front windows and 5) plastering of part of one stone wall

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The Planning Authority was not satisfied that substantial works had been carried out pursuant to the original permission (P20/148) during its appropriate period, as required under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • While some renovation works to the existing structure commenced in 2022, the main component of the permitted development—the extension—has not yet started.
  • The Planning Authority determined that the works completed to date do not constitute 'substantial works' carried out pursuant to the permission during its appropriate period.
  • Consequently, the application fails to meet the mandatory requirements of Section 42(1)(a)(i) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 for an extension of duration.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

Eamonn O'Sullivan sought an extension of duration for planning permission P20/148, which involved the construction of an extension and alterations to an existing house at Bow Lane, Main Street, Ennistymon, Co. Clare. Although the applicant cited COVID-19 restrictions and resource shortages as reasons for delay, the Planning Authority refused the request because the primary element of the permission (the extension) had not commenced. The authority concluded that substantial works had not been car...
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