Dublin Homeowner Extension Demolition Urged by Council
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Fingal County Council Seeks Demolition of Unapproved Extension in Sutton, Dublin
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A legal battle continues over a two-story extension built without planning permission at a Victorian home on Burrow Road, Sutton, Dublin. The Fingal County Council argues against any further delay in enforcing a demolition order issued in 2020.
Background: The Dispute Over the Extension
The case centers around an extension at a Victorian home located on Burrow Road in Sutton, Dublin, owned by Philip Farrelly, a homeowner in his 70s. Mr. Farrelly initially demolished a two-story extension in 2019 and subsequently constructed a larger replacement without obtaining the necessary planning permission. This led to an enforcement notice from Fingal County Council in March 2020, demanding the removal of the unauthorized structure within four months.
Despite the enforcement notice, the extension remains standing, prompting the council to pursue legal action to compel its demolition.
Recent Court Hearing and Council’s Position
A hearing was held in the circuit Court on Monday,were the council,represented by barrister Tim O’Sullivan BL,argued against granting any further leniency regarding the application for retention permission. Mr. O’Sullivan stated that the time for “forbearance” had passed, indicating the council believes sufficient time has elapsed for Mr. Farrelly to address the issue.
mr. Farrelly recently submitted an application for permission to retain the extension,and is seeking an adjournment of the court proceedings to allow this application to be processed. The council is opposing this request.
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2019 | Original two-story extension demolished and replaced with a larger structure without planning permission. |
| March 2020 | Fingal County Council issues an enforcement notice requiring the demolition of the unauthorized extension within four months. |
| Monday, [date of Hearing – needs to be resolute from source] | court hearing held; Council argues against forbearance. |
| Within the past fortnight (as of hearing date) | Mr. Farrelly applies for permission to retain the structure. |
| Tuesday, [Date of next hearing – needs to be determined from source] | Mr. Farrelly’s legal representation will present their argument. |