Core Refusal Reason
Inconsistency between the applicant named on the Section 97 exemption request and the joint applicants on the concurrent planning application (PL2/23/278).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Section 97 exemption application was submitted solely in the name of Steven Grogan, which conflicts with the associated planning application (Ref. No. PL2/23/278) made in the names of both Steven and Linda Grogan.
- The applicant is required to amend the Certificate of Exemption application form to include Linda Grogan to ensure legal consistency across all related planning documentation.
- A revised Statutory Declaration and identification of any additional persons acting in concert must be submitted to satisfy the requirements of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a new dwelling house and domestic garage on a 0.13-hectare site at Castle Street, Cloghan, Co. Offaly, on land zoned as 'Existing Residential'. While a previous exemption certificate was issued in 2016, it has since expired. The current application for a Section 97 exemption certificate was refused in its current form because the request was filed solely by Steven Grogan, whereas the concurrent planning application includes Linda Grogan. The Planning Aut...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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