Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused as the planning authority was not satisfied that substantial works had been carried out during the initial permission period and did not consider the proposed three-year extension to be a reasonable timeframe for completion.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that substantial works were carried out pursuant to the original permission (P18/775) during its duration as required by Section 42(1)(a)(i)(III) of the Act.
- The proposed completion date of 04-03-27 is not considered a reasonable timeframe for the completion of the development under Section 42(1)(a)(i)(IV) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
- The application fails to comply with the mandatory statutory requirements for an extension of duration, and therefore an extension of the appropriate period is not permitted.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a three-year extension of duration for a previously granted permission (P18/775) for a dwelling house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Blackwater, Ardnacrusha, Co. Clare. Following a site inspection, Clare County Council refused the request because the works completed to date—consisting of foundations and partial garage blockwork—were not deemed 'substantial' under the Planning and Development Act. Furthermore, the authority concluded that the development would...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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