Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because the development had not commenced and no substantial works had been carried out on-site, failing to meet the statutory requirements of Section 42(1)(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- A site inspection confirmed that the development permitted under planning reference 17/107 has not commenced.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that substantial works were carried out pursuant to the permission during the appropriate period.
- The proposal does not comply with the mandatory legislative requirements of Section 42(1)(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) for granting an extension of duration.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought an extension of duration for a previously granted permission (Ref. 17/107) to construct a single-storey extension and a detached garage at Murmod, Virginia, Co. Cavan. While the application was submitted within the appropriate timeframe before the permission's expiry, a site inspection by the Planning Authority revealed that no physical works had been initiated on the site. As the legislation requires that substantial works must be carried out for an extension to be grant...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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