Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because the development had not commenced, no substantial works were carried out, and the application failed to meet the statutory requirements of the Planning and Development Act 2000 and associated Regulations.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development permitted under planning reference 18/495 has not commenced and no substantial works have been carried out on-site, as confirmed by a site inspection on 24th October 2023.
- The applicant failed to provide required information regarding intended commencement and completion dates, meaning the Planning Authority could not be satisfied that the development would be completed within a reasonable time.
- The application fails to comply with the mandatory statutory requirements of Section 42(1)(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) and Article 42(ff) of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended).
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought an extension of duration for planning permission 18/495, which authorized an increase in roof pitch and an attic conversion to provide a new bathroom and sitting room at Bawnfune, Butlerstown, Co. Waterford. Waterford City and County Council refused the application primarily because the project had not yet commenced and no substantial works had been undertaken since the original grant in 2018. Additionally, the proposal was found to be non-compliant with the procedural and s...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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