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Extension of Duration of Planning Ref. 18/290 - single storey extensions to the rear of the house, a proposed porch to the front, the raising of the ridgeline of the roof with the introduction of habitable dormer space comprising two bedrooms, and the inclusion of two skylights and two dormer windows, and all ancillary site works
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was submitted prematurely, more than one year before the expiration of the original planning permission, in contravention of Section 41 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The application was submitted on 10th January 2023, which is more than one year prior to the calculated expiration date of 19th March 2024, violating the statutory timeframe set out in Section 41 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001.
- A site inspection conducted on 21st February 2023 confirmed that substantial works have not yet taken place as part of the overall development, which is a requirement for an extension of duration under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
- The applicant still has sufficient time to commence and carry out substantial works before the expiry of the appropriate period, and the planning authority is legally unable to grant an extension at this premature stage.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought an extension of duration for planning permission (Ref. 18/290) relating to extensions and roof modifications at an existing dwelling in Carrigeen, Clane, Co. Kildare. The application was refused because it was submitted more than one year before the original permission's expiry date, which is prohibited under Section 41 of the Planning and Development Regulations. Furthermore, the planner noted that the required 'substantial works' had not yet been carried out on-site, rende...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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