Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to provide sufficient information regarding the extent of works completed, the works remaining, and the specific circumstances beyond their control that prevented the completion of the development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The application lacked sufficient detail to demonstrate the actual extent of works carried out on-site to date and the specific works proposed for the requested extension period.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate information or justification regarding the circumstances beyond their control that prevented the completion of the development.
- The Planning Authority determined that the application did not meet the statutory requirements set out in Section 42(7) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 and Article 43 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a three-year extension of duration for a previously permitted development (Ref 14/828 and 20/63) comprising a single-storey house, garage, and wastewater treatment plant at Oughterard, Straffan, Co. Kildare. Although construction had commenced with blockwork in progress, Kildare County Council refused the extension. The refusal was based on the applicant's failure to provide adequate documentation regarding the progress of works, a clear timeline for completion, and a val...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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