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for repairs to the cobbled entrance at the south boundary with alterations to improve accessibility to the cathedral, construction of two approx. 5sq.m single storey extensions to the existing lean-to corridor at the rear (north) elevation together with internal alterations to the existing boiler room to accommodate new toilet facilities; new glazed draught lobbies within the existing porches at the south transept and west door; minor alterations to fittings; installation of a new heating system consisting of heat pumps and ancillary equipment internally in the bell tower and boiler room, and externally at low level within the sunken area at the vestry; EXTENSION of DURATION of Planning file 19/418 to repair and re-use of existing floor heating ducts; alterations to the existing access stairs to bell tower and sundry conservation repairs to the building fabric together with new below ground ducted services and pumped sewer with connections to existing services within, and at, the site boundary
Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because the planning authority determined that the development had not commenced and substantial works had not been carried out prior to the expiration of the original permission, failing to meet the statutory requirements of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development did not commence before the expiration of the appropriate period, and no substantial works were carried out pursuant to the original grant of planning permission.
- The applicant failed to provide necessary details or a timeline to demonstrate that the development would be completed within a reasonable timeframe.
- The application did not comply with the mandatory information requirements set out in Article 42(ff) of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001, as amended.