Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because substantial works had not been carried out on the site prior to the expiration of the original planning permission (Ref: 17/605), as required under Section 41(1)(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority determined that substantial works had not been carried out on-site pursuant to the original permission (Ref: 17/605) during the relevant period.
- While a mobile home, wastewater treatment system, and site entrance were present, these were not deemed sufficient to meet the statutory requirements for an extension of duration under Section 41(1)(a) of the Act.
- Consequently, the Planning Authority is legally precluded from granting an extension of the appropriate period for the development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicants sought an extension of duration for planning permission (Ref: 17/605) to construct a dwelling house, garage, and associated works at Coolaghy, Portarlington, Co. Laois. The site, located approximately 3km northwest of Emo, currently contains a mobile home and wastewater treatment system. The application was refused because the Planning Authority concluded that substantial works had not been completed before the expiration of the original permission, failing to meet the mandatory c...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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