Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because substantial works had not commenced on the site prior to the expiration of the original planning permission.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The original planning permission (ref. 18/312) expired on 29/08/2023.
- No physical works had commenced on the site before the expiration of the appropriate period.
- Under Section 42 1(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, the Planning Authority is precluded from granting an extension if substantial works have not been carried out.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Anthony Ryan, sought an extension of duration for planning permission (ref. 18/312) to construct a dwelling house, garage, and associated works at Derrycloney, Mountmellick, Co. Laois. The site is located on a large pasture field accessed via the R423 Strategic Regional Road. The Planning Authority refused the application because no development works had commenced on-site before the original permission expired. Consequently, the statutory requirement for 'substantial works' to hav...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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