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construction of the final phase of the Ard Coillte housing development, approved under planning references 07/51/0573 & 08/51/0300 and extension of duration references 13/51/0027 & 13/51/0028. This phase of the development consists of 10 detached houses, 4 garages, connection to the public services, roads, footpaths, open space areas & ancillary site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application failed to meet the statutory requirements for an extension of duration as development had not commenced on site and the proposal was determined to require an Appropriate Assessment.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • A site inspection conducted by the Planning Authority on 21/03/2024 confirmed that development has not commenced, meaning the proposal fails to meet the mandatory requirements of Section 42(1)(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
  • The planning authority determined that an Appropriate Assessment (AA) is required in relation to the proposed extension, which precludes the granting of an extension of duration under Section 42(8)(a) of the Act.
  • The details presented in the application regarding site clearance, installation of underground services, and sub-floors for 9 houses were found to be inaccurate following the physical inspection of the site.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

This application sought a three-year extension of duration for the final phase of the Ard Coillte housing development at Ballina, Co. Tipperary, comprising 10 detached houses and associated site works. Tipperary County Council refused the request because the development failed the statutory commencement test; despite claims by the applicant that works had started, a site inspection revealed the land remained undeveloped. Furthermore, the council's screening process determined that an Appropriate...
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