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 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site remains a greenfield site with no physical evidence of development having commenced under the original planning reference 18/160.
- The applicant failed to satisfy the mandatory requirements of Section 42(1)(c)(i) and (ii) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 regarding the performance of substantial works.
- Legislative amendments to the Planning and Development Act have removed the possibility of granting extensions for un-commenced developments where substantial works have not been carried out.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a three-year extension of duration for a previously permitted development (Ref. 18/160) consisting of a dwelling house, garage, and associated services at Camas, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. Upon assessment, the planning authority determined that the site remains a greenfield site and that no works have been initiated. Consequently, the proposal was refused as it fails to meet the statutory criteria under Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, which require...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.