Core Refusal Reason
The application to extend the duration of planning permission (ref 17/104) was refused because works had not commenced on-site prior to the expiration of the original appropriate period, failing to meet the statutory requirements of Section 41 1(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development permitted under planning reference 17/104 had not commenced on-site prior to the expiration of the appropriate period.
- The applicant confirmed that works are not expected to commence until October 2025, which falls outside the permissible timeframe for an extension under the current statutory framework.
- The proposal fails to comply with the mandatory requirements of Section 41 1(a) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), precluding the Planning Authority from granting an extension.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
Laois Sawmills Limited sought an extension of duration for planning permission ref 17/104, which authorized the erection of a 500kw wind turbine and associated works at Ballymacken, Portlaoise, Co. Laois. The subject site is an agricultural field located north of the existing sawmill facility. The application was refused because a site inspection and applicant confirmation established that works had not commenced before the original permission expired. Consequently, the request failed to meet th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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