Core Refusal Reason
The application for a further extension of duration is prohibited under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) because the development has already been granted a previous five-year extension, reaching the maximum statutory limit.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant sought a second extension of duration for a dairy facility development originally permitted under reference SA120330.
- A previous five-year extension of duration had already been granted under planning reference AA170669, which expired on August 14th, 2022.
- Under the provisions of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), the total combined duration of extensions cannot exceed five years, meaning the planning authority has no legal power to grant a further extension.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought an extension of duration for the construction of a new dairy facility, including cubicle and calf sheds, a slurry store, and associated works at a farm complex in Balgeeth, Ardcath, Co. Meath. Although the development had commenced and a site visit confirmed the completion of several sheds, the application was refused on legislative grounds. Because the project had already received a maximum five-year extension under a previous application (AA170669), it reached the statutory...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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