SD17A/0049/EP

Construction of an extension and alterations to the existing sports centre building which will include alterations to part of the existing ground floor plan and the construction of a new single storey flat roof extension measuring 303sq.m to the rear and side of existing building. Accommodation will include 4 changing rooms, physio room, gym, refs room, coaching room, TV lounge, store all other associated facilities and site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to meet statutory criteria for an extension of duration due to the absence of substantial works and changes in planning legislation.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The application does not satisfy the requirements of Section 42(1)(a)(i) or Section 42(1B)(b)(v) of the Planning and Development Act.
  • No substantial works have been carried out on the proposed sports centre extension prior to the expiration of the original permission.
  • Legislative amendments have removed the Planning Authority's power to grant extensions where works have not commenced or reached a significant stage of completion.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved an extension and various alterations to the Roadstone Group Sports Club located at Kingswood Cross, Clondalkin. The applicant sought to extend the duration of the original planning permission (SD17A/0049); however, the Planning Authority refused the request. The refusal was based on the fact that no substantial works had commenced on-site, and following recent changes to the Planning and Development Act, there is no longer a legal mechanism to grant an extension under these...
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