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, failing to meet the mandatory statutory requirements of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- A site inspection confirmed that development on the subject site has not commenced and no works have been carried out pursuant to the original permission (PL19/223).
- The applicant has failed to meet the provisions and detailed requirements of Section 42 - 1 (c) (i) and (ii) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
- As the statutory criteria regarding the commencement of development and the execution of substantial works were not satisfied, an Extension of Duration cannot be permitted.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Longford County Development Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a five-year extension of duration for a previously granted permission (Ref: 19/223) for the construction of a dormer bungalow, detached garage, and associated site works at Cloonbony, Lanesborough, Co. Longford. While the applicant cited economic reasons and a change in ownership for the lack of progress, the Planning Authority determined that no physical development had taken place on the site. Consequently, the request was refused as it did not comply with Section 42 of...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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