Core Refusal Reason
The application for an extension of duration was refused because development works had not commenced on the site, failing to meet the statutory requirements of Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority confirmed through site inspection and the applicant's own submission that development works had not commenced on the subject site.
- The proposal fails to satisfy the legislative requirements of Section 42(1)(a)(i) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, which necessitates that substantial works must have been carried out during the appropriate period of the permission.
- The application does not accord with the requirements of Section 42B of the Act, as it could not be demonstrated that the development was commenced or that substantial works were carried out before the expiration of the permission.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
YMS Building Services sought a two-year extension of duration for planning permission (Ref: 18/6212) regarding the construction of two semi-detached houses at Shermount Court, Tyrrellspass, Co. Westmeath. The subject site is an infill location within an existing housing development. The Planning Authority refused the application because a site inspection confirmed that no works had commenced on-site. Under Irish planning law, specifically Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, an e...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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