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Weekly Planning Alert, 10/04/2024

Planning Alert, Apr. 10th 2024
New and decided planning application updates issued by Kildare County Council on 10/04/2024

New // Kildangan Education Centre, Crosskey, Kilbeg, Kildangan

(i) modifications to existing creche-offered services from sessional services only to part time day care not exceeding 5 hours for any child; (ii) modifications to existing opening hours from 9.00am-5.00pm to proposed opening hours of 8.00am-6.30pm. This permission shall be for an indefinite period of time. Permission previously granted on this site for childcare facilities under planning register references 10/1064 and 19/1239.

Decided // Drumsru , Co.Kildare,

to retain single storey rear extension (46.5 sqm) and associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 18/07/2023
  • Decision Date: 02/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Clonaghlis, Straffan, Naas,

for A) the retention of a residential entrance and internal road, serving adjacent serving an existing dwelling (Eirdcode W23 TV79) to serve existing and proposed dwellings. B) full planning permission for a new single storey detached dwelling with provision of a new wastewater treatment system and percolation area, C) alterations to existing entrance and all associated site works and services

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/12/2023
  • Decision Date: 04/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // 21 Thornhill Gardens , Celbridge, Co. Kildare

consists of planning for a single storey extension to the front (North-East,) side (South-East) and rear (South-West) of the existing dwelling to include a new bedroom and proposed new terrace facing South-East with proposed access together with skylights facing South-East with minor internal modifications and all with proposed site development works.

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 08/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 03/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // St. Patrick's Monastery, Friary Road, Naas East,

1. Retention of 8m wide vehicular entrance onto the lane leading to Friary Road. 2. Retention of Partially submerged water holding tank of 135cum. 3. Retention of single storey garden/tool shed of 55.8 sqm to the rear of water holding tank. 4. Retention of access road to water holding tank. 5. Landscaping and all associated works. Works being carried out in the curtilage of St. Patrick's Monastery, Friary Road (protected structure RPS REF. NS 19-021)

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 08/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 03/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Lands to the north of Caragh Village, Caragh, Co. Kildare

development on a site of c. 2.05 hectares on lands, bounded to the west by the R409 and Caragh View, to the south by agricultural buildings, and to the north and east by agricultural lands, at lands to the north of Caragh Village, Caragh, Co. Kildare. The development will consist of a mixed-use scheme comprising: 36 No. residential units (25 No. 2-storey houses (with attic) (10 No. 2-bed units and 15 No. 3-bed units) (with private open space); 2 No. duplex units (all 3-bed units) (with terraces/ private open space) and 9 No. apartments (all 1-bed units) (with terraces/ private open space) (with rooflights to stairs and landing, where relevant). The overall unit mix will comprise 9 No. 1-beds, 10 No. 2-bed units and 17 No. 3-bed units.); 2 No. ground floor level units comprising retail / office use (to accommodate use Class 1, 2 or 3 of Schedule 2, Part 4 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended)) (c. 63 sq m and c. 112 sq m floor area, each); bin stores (c. 34 sq m in total); and pumping station (78 sq m). The residential and retail / office development will range in height from 2-2.5 storeys. The development will comprise a total gross floor area of c. 3,364 sq m. The development will also include the provision of: vehicular, cyclist and pedestrian access from the R409; upgrade works to the roads (the R409 and Caragh View) and public realm at the front of the site (including the provision of a signalised junction with signalised pedestrian crossing); car and bicycle parking spaces; electric vehicle charging points; internal roads, footpaths and pedestrian crossings; public open space; hard and soft landscaping; boundary treatments; tree removal; tree planting; lighting; commercial and residential waste facilities; a surface water drainage connection extending east of site; attenuation tanks; permeable paving; SuDS; and all other associated site excavation, infrastructural and site development works above and below ground including changes in level, boundary treatments and associated site servicing (foul and surface water drainage and water supply)

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 06/09/2023
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: N/A
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New // Woodroad, Narraghmore, Co. Kildare

The development consists of planning permission for 1) change of use for the existing agricultural structure to an independent living unit 2) internal reconfiguration of same to provide for a lobby, writers nook, living/studio, kitchenette, office and shower room 3) replacement of existing corrugated roof 4) and all associated site works.

New // Halverstown Townland, Kilcullen, Co. Kildare

The development will consist of (i) an increase in the total permitted intake of soil and stone and broken rock to the existing licensed soil recovery facility at Halverstown, Kilcullen, Co. Kildare (Planning Ref: 18/453), from 1.2 million tonnes to 2.06 million tonnes and (ii) an extension to the life of the existing facility of 3 years (to December 2029) in order to accommodate the additional soil and stone intake. These works, which are required to implement a revised backfilling and restoration scheme for the former sand and gravel pit will also provide for (i) continued shared use of existing, co-located site facilities, structures and infrastructure (including the site office, staff welfare facilities, weighbridge (with dedicated office), wheelwash, hardstand areas, fuel storage tanks and site access road); (ii) continued soil and stone intake at a rate of up to 300,000 tonnes per annum, of which no more than 95,000 tonnes (per annum) will be managed as waste; (iii) continued separation of any construction and demolition waste (principally concrete, metal, timber, PVC pipework and plastic) inadvertently imported to the facility, prior to removal off-site to authorised waste disposal or recovery facilities; (iv) continued use of a section of the existing concrete block curing shed as a waste inspection and quarantine facility; (v) continued environmental monitoring of noise, dust and groundwater for the duration of the site recovery and restoration activities and for a short period thereafter (and in accordance with current EPA waste licence requirements); (vi) continued temporary stockpiling of topsoil pending its re-use as cover material for final restoration of the site; and (vii) ultimate restoration of the modified final landform to native woodland and grassland habitats. An Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and Natura Impact Statement (NIS) have been prepared in respect of this Planning Application. The proposed development requires a waste licence review from the Environmental Protection Agency

Decided // 358 Crotanstown, Newbridge, Co. Kildare

a single storey extension to side and rear. Revised by Significant Further Information for proposed replacement of existing septic tank with a Septech 2000 with 8PE Wastewater Treatment Plant

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 24/05/2023
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Cadamstown, Clonagh, Carbury

for (a) new detached bungalow / storey and a half type dwelling house, (b) modifications to existing agricultural entrance to form a new domestic recessed entrance serving proposed new dwelling, (c) new on-site domestic wastewater treatment system, (d) landscaping and all associated site development works on lands

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 18/12/2023
  • Decision Date: 01/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Piper's Hill Campus, Naas, Co. Kildare

for the replacement of 4no. existing pedestrian crossings with raised crossings complete with Belisha beacons and reinstatement of existing road markings within the campus

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 07/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 02/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // No. 10 Green Gate, Kilcullen Road, Naas

to change from retail to residential for a one bedroom apartment in existing unit with a new window formed on the elevation to the Kilcullen Road, in addition two car parking spaces will be allocated to this development in adjoining yard

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 10/01/2024
  • Decision Date: 02/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Tara, Canal Bank, Naas, Co. Kildare

for the existing single-storey extension to the rear of the house

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 07/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 02/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Gala Straffan, Lodgepark, Straffan

for the following: (A) Single storey extension to rear of existing commercial shop unit and new yard lock up with delivery intake area, (B) Demolition of a detached single storey storage shed and wall/gate originally separating front and back of site, (C) Hard-standing area forming new car park, (D) Connection to existing site services and all associated development works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 03/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 29/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // 108 Willouise, Sallins, Co. Kildare

a proposed 5-bedroom, 2.5-storey, detached house, new vehicular entrance, and all ancillary site works to include connection to mains services

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 01/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 27/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Kilbern, Nurney, Co Kildare

a single storey dwelling, on site effluent treatment system and percolation area, surface water to soakaways, accessed via a recessed entrance off existing laneway and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 21/08/2023
  • Decision Date: 28/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // 30 Woodlands, Naas, Co. Kildare

for the construction of a first floor extension to the side over the existing single storey part of the house, alterations to the roof over the hall and front study, internal alterations to the layout, provision of a rooflight to the rear roof, minor internal and external elevational alterations, and the widening of the existing driveway entrance piers, all to the existing detached two storey dwelling

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 12/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 07/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // 60 Maynooth Park, Maynooth, Co. Kildare

(1) build a one storey extension on the front and rear of the existing two storey semi-detached house, (2) build an extension to the side of the existing two storey semi-detached house over the existing attached garage, (3) convert existing attached garage into home office/gym, (4) install two new first floor windows at the rear of the dwelling and all associated site works

New // 22 Celbridge Road, Leixlip, Co. Kildare

renovation, alterations, attic conversion, a replacement single-storey extension to the existing house, and all associated site work

New // Tomard, Athy, Co.Kildare

Development will consist of 76 no houses, and a creche, on a site measuring circa 2.68 hectares, located in the townland of Tomard, south of Cluain Bhearu residential development, east of the Monasterevin Road / Rathstewart Road (R417) and White Castle Lawn, Athy, Co. Kildare. The proposed development is comprised of 10 no. 4 bedroom, 54 no. 3 bedroom and 12 no. 2 bedroom storey, detached, semi detached and terraced houses. A single storey creche of c.378sq.m is also proposed. Access to the proposed development will be from the adjoining Cois Bhearu to the north. The proposed development includes for all associated site development works, car parking, open spaces, hard & soft landscaping etc., ESB substation, and demolition of all structures on site.

Decided // Newtownmoneenluggagh, Donadea, Naas,

for the sub-division of existing site for the construction of a detached dormer dwelling, single storey detached garage, upgrade existing entrance to combined shared entrance, secondary effluent treatment system and all associate site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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Decided // Ash Drive, Momentum Logistics Park, Ladytown, Naas, Co. Kildare

for the construction of a Multi-use Games Area/All Weather Playing Pitch (approx. 1,000 sqm GFA) including a perimeter fence (approx. 5m in height), macadam strip (approx. 2m in width) and 4no. floodlights (approx. 12m in height) (250Lux); 1no. new vehicular and pedestrian access/egress point is proposed in the form of an extension to Ash Drive (approx. 25m in length and 6m in width) including a 2m wide footpath; The provision of 11no. car parking spaces (including 1no. accessible parking space) and 10no. bicycle parking spaces; All associated site development works including lighting, landscaping and engineering works on a site of approx. 0.48 ha (referred to as ‘Site 38') located to the north of

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Arts Building, North Campus, Maynooth University

Extension of Duration of Planning Ref. 18/1073 - phased refurbishment of the existing Arts Building. The building is located in the academic core of the North Campus and is bounded to the north by the Bio-Sciences Building, to the west by the Callan Building and Arts Annex, to the east by the John Hume Building and to the south by the Science Building. The development will comprise the refurbishment and enhancement of the existing single storey Arts Building (c.4,405sqm) to provide reconfigured teaching spaces, social spaces, accessible lift and bathroom/shower/changing areas in addition to ancillary plant/storage space. The works will also include alterations to access points (with c.107sqm to be demolished) and external elevations; associated external works; the addition of roof lights existing internal courtyard to provide new atrium space; and the provision of screened plant space at roof level resulting in a building of c.4,678sqm overall

Decided // Maplebrook, Fishery Lane, Naas

for a single-story extension to the rear and side of the existing dwelling, and extension of the existing front porch of the house, and the refurbishment of the existing garage to incorporate a home office, together with all ancillary siteworks

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // 19 College Farm Glen, College Farm, Newbridge

new shed to rear of existing dwelling with home gym and study and all ancillary works

New // 20 Newtown Park, Leixlip, Co. Kildare

the demolition of a single storey glazed side extension and the construction of a new single storey side extension

Decided // Momentum Logistics Park, Ladytown, , Naas,

for the retention of 1 no. existing totem sign (approx. 6m x 1.5m) to the west of the site, on the northern side of Lime Drive, approx. 14m east of the R445 roundabout and the rebranding of this sign to read 'Momentum Logistics Park'. The erection of 2no. totem signs (3m x 1.5m each) at the exiting barrier along Lime Drive, approx. 45m north east of the junction between Lime Drive and Maple Drive with sign no.1 on the northern side of Lime Drive reading 'Momentum Logistics Park: Welcome' and sign no.2 on the southern side of Lime Drive reading 'Momentum Logistics Park: Exit'; Illumination of all signage (400-800 Lumens) through semi translucent LED backlit lettering; All signage to be digitally-printed vinyl graphics on powder-coated folded aluminium sheeting over galvanised steel framing with baseplate anchored to concrete foundation at site of approx. 0.58Ha located at the north western end of Lime Drive, (a private road),

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // No. 11 Blackwater Park, Dunmurraghill, Donadea , Naas

the erection of a garage for domestic use to the Northwest of Site No.11, where a dwelling was previously granted under planning file ref 15/972, 18/1070 and 20/964 and to include all associated works

New // Oldgrange, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare

Development will consist of (A) Single storey extension to the rear of the existing dwelling. (B) Minor alterations to all elevations of the existing building, including velux type windows to the rear of the existing dwelling. (C) Relocation of the existing vehicle entrance accessing private laneway at side of dwelling. (D) The provision of a domestic garage/fuel store to the rear of the dwelling . (E) Reinstatement of boundary wall/fence to the front garden of the dwelling and a new gateway (previously approved under planning reference 15/216. (F) Foul water to mains sewer, surface water to existing soakaways and all associated site works

Decided // Maynooth Road, Celbridge, Co. Kildare

for alterations to the internal layout and external facade of a proposed single storey extension to a pharmacy and doctor's medical practice previously granted planning permission under planning ref no. 23/595 and associated site development works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 13/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 08/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Johninstown, Maynoooth, Co. Kildare

(A) Amendment of condition no.10 of planning file ref 88/385 to relocate the sterilisation of land to allow the erection of the proposed 3no. houses. (B) Erection of 3 no. single storey type houses to form a family cluster, (C) garage / fuel stores for domestic use to serve each house, (D) the installation of proprietary waste water treatment systems with polishing filter percolation areas to serve each house, (E) new recessed vehicular entrance and access driveway and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 01/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 27/03/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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Decided // 8 Racecourse Gate, Naas, Co Kildare

for the conversion of the attic of the existing two storey house into a habitable bedroom and en suite with a new dormer window to the rear and velux style rooflight to the side together with all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 18/09/2023
  • Decision Date: 02/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // 51 Finlay Park, Naas West, Naas

single storey extension to side & rear of existing house

Decided // Ellistown GAA Club, Ellistown, Kildare

1) Pitch perimeter fencing, circa 1.2 metres in height, around the main pitch & training pitch 2) 4 no. Dug outs, one on each side line of the main pitch & training pitch 3) Ball stopping nets to one end of the main pitch & both ends of the training pitch 4) Walking track around both pitches & walk path linking both 5) Ball wall circa 6metre in height 6) Electrical score board at the main pitch 7) Extension to existing car parking area comprising of circa 30 no. additional parking spaces 8) Construction of a disabled access ramp, elevated path & steps to side & rear of existing club house to replace existing access ramps and all ancillary site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 31/07/2023
  • Decision Date: 28/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Robertstown West, Robertstown, Naas,

for construction of a cluster of three houses on family lands comprising of: (a) one and half storey type house with detached domestic garage on site 1, (b) one and half storey type house with detached domestic garage on site 2, (c) one and half storey type house with detached domestic garage on site 3, (d) a shared recessed vehicular entrance/egress point. Sites to be served by individual connections to local public foul drain system, and all associated ancillary site-works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 12/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 07/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Moone, Co.Kildare,

Development will consist of construction of a over-ground slurry tank .

Decided // 51 Ballygoran View, Oldtown, , Celbridge

for two storey extension to the side and a single-storey extension to the rear and enlarging existing front window

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 09/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 04/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Coughlinstown West, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare

Development will consist of permission for a development at Coughlanstown East, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare. W91R9H3. The development will consist of A) Removal of existing extensions and garage to the side and rear of the existing single storey dwelling, B) New single storey extensions and alterations to sides and rear of the existing dwelling to provide, 3 no bedrooms, bathroom, utility and living room, D) New wastewater treatment system, along with all associated site development and facilitating works.

New // Ardclough GAA Club Grounds, Ardclough, Co. Kildare

a 30 metres monopole telecommunications antenna support structure with a headframe carrying antennas, dishes, remote radio units (RRUs), together with ground-based equipment cabinets, GPS, fencing, gantry poles, cable ladder, plinths and all associated site development works for wireless data and broadband services

Decided // 1164 Drogheda Street, Monasterevin, Kildare

for front porch, extensions and sheds to the rear and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: N/A
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Decided // Oldtown Demesne, Sallins Road, Naas,

for the construction of a special needs housing development comprising the provision of nine pairs of semi-detached dwellings (totalling eighteen houses), each containing two levels of accommodation and each providing four bedrooms, a combined kitchen / dining area, a living room with integral study and ancillary storage, utility, bathroom and porch / hallway accommodation. The application also includes the creation of a new vehicular entrance to the site (off an existing access road which serves Scoil Bride and Naas GAA), the construction of an estate road and two internal footpaths (one of which would lead to a new pedestrian entrance which is to be created to serve this particular scheme), the provision of two parking spaces per house along with three dedicated visitor bays, the provision of a public open space for outdoor recreation and the creation of front and rear garden areas for each dwelling. The proposal also includes all ancillary site works including landscaping, the levelling of the land, connections to the public water, stormwater and sewerage systems and the removal of an existing fence which demarcates the boundary to this property

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 13/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 08/04/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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Decided // Thomastown, Caragh, Naas

the construction of a single storey stable block consisting of 4 stables, tack room and hay shed. Retention Permission for the existing replacement entrance to lands as constructed, Retention of existing hardcore area with Permission to install an all weather dressage arena for personal hobby purposes and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 12/12/2023
  • Decision Date: 04/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Brownstown Upper, Curragh, Co. Kildare

reinstatement of existing building (former dwelling) to original use as dwelling on the grounds of the family landholding, comprising of extensions and alterations to provide kitchen/living/dining area, home office, bedroom, bathroom and utility, with access via existing entrance and driveway to applicant’s family dwelling, wastewater treatment system and percolation area and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 29/08/2023
  • Decision Date: 04/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Firecastle Lane, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

for the construction of a detached two storey apartment block consisting of 3no. one bedroom apartments, detached bike/bin store, connection to public foul sewer and all associated site works

Decided // 51 Oaklawn, Leixlip, Co Kildare

for a new porch to the front of the existing building, including a new external wheelchair access ramp and all ancillary site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // 5 Hawthorn Gate, Celbridge, Co. Kildare

consists of the construction of a two storey extension to the side and a single storey extension to the rear, as well as a porch enclosure to the front of existing semi-detached dwelling and all associated site works.

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 07/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 02/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Narraghbeg, Castledermot, Co. Kildare

to construct (i) cubicles shed with slatted tank and all associated site works

Decided // 5 Blackhall , Calverstown, Co.Kildare

the renovation and extension of the dwelling house to include internal reconfigurations and addition of first floor accommodation associated increase of ridge height and addition of dormer roof extension to the rear and rooflights to the front elevation

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 07/09/2023
  • Decision Date: 08/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Edward street, Newbridge, Co. Kildare

change of use from retail unit granted under ref 06/892 to medical centre as constructed along with new signage to front of building and all associated site development works

Decided // Kildare and Whitesland East, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

78 homes including 5 Number studio duplex, 18 Number 1-bed duplex, 17 Number 2-bed duplex, 38 Number 3-bed duplex units, in 22 number 3 storey blocks; access roads, public open spaces, ESP sub-station and associated services on lands measuring approximately 3.34 Hectares east of the R415 in the Townlands of

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 22/05/2023
  • Decision Date: 04/04/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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Decided // Moyvalley, Broadford, Co. Kildare

the construction of a single storey side (west) and rear (south) extension to accommodate a master en-suite bedroom and an extended kitchen/dining/living space, plus all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 26/09/2023
  • Decision Date: 07/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Ticknevin, Carbery, Rathmore

retention of a single storey masonry constructed garage to the rear of the property and a single storey timber constructed shed to the front of the property

Decided // Larch Hill, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare.

to erect detached four bedroom storey and a half dwelling, packaged wastewater treatment system and polishing filter, to access public road by new recessed entrance adjoining existing farm entrance, and all other associated site development works as per planning ref 18/1309

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 09/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 04/04/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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Decided // Benrue, Rathasker Road, Naas,

for a detached dormer block comprising of 1 no. 2 bedroom ground floor apartment & 1 no. 1 bedroom first floor apartment 2) reconfiguration & alteration to existing car parking area to provide 15 no. car parking spaces 3) Foul water to existing foul sewer & surface water to soakaways 4) demolition of 2 no. external storage units & the construction of 4 no. external storage units, bin store and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 12/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 07/04/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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New // Johnstown Garden Centre, Kerdiffstown, Johnstown, Naas

(1) single storey storage unit of area 153.3 sqm. (2) single storey extension to retail area of area 143.8sqm. (3) change of use from retail to restaurant of area 466.3sqm incorporating an enlarged kitchen, prep areas, freezer areas and staff. (4) material alteration to toilet area and incorporating an office of area 109sqm. (5) single storey conservatory extension to restaurant of area 48.8sqm. (6) single storey glass entrance/exit lobby of area 20sqm. (7) material alteration to parking area incorporating 4 no. EV parking spaces. (8) single storey storage unit of area 78.8sqm. (9) single storey canopy area 143.1sqm. (10) single storey storage unit of area 51.3sqm. (11) single storey storage unit of area 136.8sqm. (12) single storey canopy area 433.5sqm. (13) single storey plant room of area 4.3sqm. (14) 78.7 meters block wall, plastered, 2.64m high to rear of premises

New // 56 Priory Lodge, Saint Raphael's Manor, Celbridge

Development will consist of conversion of existing attic space comprising of modification of existing roof structure, raising of existing gable c/w window, new access stairs, flat roof dormer to the rear and installation of 2no. roof windows to the front.

New // Ballygibbon East, Edenderry, Co. Kildare.

(A) the construction of a two storey house, (B) the construction of a single storey garage for domestic use, (C) the installation of a proprietary waste water treatment system, including a percolation area, (D) the upgrade of existing double recessed entrance (E) change of use of derelict two storey stone house to single storey shed for agricultural use and all associated site works.

New // San Antone Lodge, Pollardstown, Curragh

of the following; 1. Construction of new recessed entrance from public road through existing site to access agricultural land contained in additional site 2. The removal of minimum hedgerow to accommodate same and relevant sightlines in both directions 3. and all ancillary site works

Decided // Suncroft, The Curragh, Co. Kildare

for modifications and change of use of an existing building to the current use as a dwelling and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Hatters Cross, Prosperous, Co. Kildare

for (a) sub-division of existing site, (b) new single storey / storey and a half type detached dwelling house, (c) new separating fence / boundary treatment, (d) modifications to front boundary to provide new dual vehicular entrance. Works include closing up existing entrance and making good with screen planting etc, (e) decommissioning existing sewage treatment system serving existing dwelling and the installation of 2 no. new wastewater treatment systems, one for new dwelling and one for existing dwelling, (f) new connections to available mains site services for new dwelling and all associated site development works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 15/11/2023
  • Decision Date: 08/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Robertstown East, Naas, Co, Kildare

(A) the erection of a single storey extension to the rear of existing house previously granted under file ref. 72/979, (B) increase window size on side elevation (east elevation) of existing house and other minor internal alterations, (C) metal clad garage for domestic use, (D) the installation of a proprietary wastewater treatment system with percolation area and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 01/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 27/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Clanard Court Hotel, Dublin Road, Athy,

for an 84 SQ. M. single-storey pitched roof 'chapel-style' building for wedding ceremonies and related uses ancillary to the hotel and all associated site development works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 01/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 27/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Kilglass Townland, Carbury, Co. Kildare

(1) Extend the life of the existing sand and gravel pit development totalling c.23.2 hectares previously granted under planning permission 99/1200 (ABP PL09.118274) with processing that includes crushing, washing and screening, and 07/977 (ABP PL09.226718). The sand and gravel extraction will be dry working above the water table, (2) Extend the life of the proposed sand and gravel pit extension area totalling c. 30.9 hectares previously granted under planning permission 07/977 (ABP PL09.226718). The sand and gravel extraction area will be c.25.7 hectares and will consist of dry working above the water table; (3) Include for all associated services and ancillary works consisting of: (a) the existing processing plant for the purposes of crushing, washing and screening; (b) the existing office, toilet and associated waste water treatment system, canteen, weighbridge, wheelwash and site entrance; (c) the construction of new screening berms on the northern and western boundaries of the proposed extension area; (4) Restoration of most of the worked-out sand and gravel pit (c. 39.6 hectares) to it's surrounding/former ground level using naturally occurring materials, principally inert soil and stone generated by construction and development activity and imported as waste under licence or as by-product (in accordance with Article 27 of the European Communities (Waste Directive) Regulations 2011 (as amended). Restoration of the entire site to a combination of agricultural and nature conservation areas; (5) installation of a dedicated covered waste inspection and quarantine shed and for storage of plant and machinery (c.20M length x 12m width x 7.5m height); (6) The proposed development is within an overall application area of c. 54.1 hectares and is for a total period of 25 years (the sand and gravel extraction operational period is for 22 years and the importation of materials for restoration is for 25 years). An Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and Natura Impact Statement (NIS) have been prepared in respect of this planning application. Part of the proposed restoration element of the development will require a waste licence from the Environmental Protection Agency.

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 08/06/2023
  • Decision Date: 28/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Narraghbeg, Castledermot, Co. Kildare

to construct (i) cubicles shed extension with slatted tank (ii) storage shed (iii) walled Silage slab and all associated site works. Permission for retention of Cubicle shed with slatted tank extension is also required

Decided // Tully Road, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

Demolition of existing house and garage on site. Construction of a two storey building consisting of 8 No. apartments, (6 No. one beds and 2 No. two beds) and 4 No. Offices, Landscaping, Bin and Bike Store, Entrance, Connection to foul and surface water and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 04/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 30/03/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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Decided // Lipstown Upper, Narraghmore, Co. Kildare

the erection of single storey type house with wastewater treatment system with percolation area and isolation horse stables to serve the existing equestrian yard and upgrading of the existing field entrance to form a recessed vehicular entrance and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/12/2023
  • Decision Date: 28/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // 94 Caragh, Naas, Co. Kildare

(A) Demolition of existing single storey flat roofed rear extension, (B) Construction of single storey extension to Rear (south east) Elevation and Side (south west) Elevation of existing house (C) insertion of new window fenestration to Front (north west) elevation and Rear (south east) Elevation, (D) the installation of an Oakstown BAF wastewater treatment plant with polishing filter percolation area, (E) upgrading of existing agricultural entrance to a new vehicular recessed entrance, with the original house gate entrance to be permanently closed up and all associated site works.

New // Minch Malt, Upper William Street, Athy

The development will consist of: 1) Demolition of existing canteen building and 2 no. Barley storage silos (10.5 m diameter x 14 m high) and alterations to existing access gantries located on top of silos; 2) Construction of new malting plant comprising – 1 no. germination vessel (23 m diameter and 10.1 m high) and ancillary overhead grain elevators and conveyor gantries; 2 no. barley intake silos (each 8.4 m diameter and 22.835 m high); and alterations to the Malt Screen Building approved under reference 18/479 (ABP-302630-18) (775 sq. m. x 21 m high) containing barley screening equipment, grain elevators and all associated processing equipment connected to kilning facilities and malt silos by existing conveyor systems; 3) Construction of a single storey stores building (414.2 sq. m. and 8 m high); 4) Construction of a single storey modular staff facilities (offices, welfare facilities, canteen) building (208.5 sq. m. and 3.2 m high) and 14 no. associated car parking spaces for a temporary period of five years; 5) Expansion of existing on-site waste water treatment facilities including construction of 2 no. wastewater treatment buildings (355.6 sq. m. and 10.1 m high; and 436 sq. m. and 9.7 m high) to include internal wastewater processing tanks and screening equipment, 2 no. balance tanks (each 8.5 m diameter and 6.4 m high), extension to existing elevated dewatering press structure (5.8 m x 12.2 m long x 12.7 m high), and installation of associated equipment within the existing WWTP Stores and Electrical room and minor works to the Tank Room (protected structure) consisting of service connections through existing louvered openings to new wastewater treatment building, and 6) all other site development works including alterations and extensions to the existing site hardstands, external drainage, pedestrian ways etc and underground services required to facilitate the development The application relates to development which comprises or is for the purposes of an activity requiring an Industrial Emissions Licence (Reference P1129-01). A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) will be submitted to the Planning Authority with the application, and the NIS will be available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of the Planning Authority.

Decided // Crannog, Leinster Park, Maynooth,

Modifications to previously approved planning permission 19/605. These modifications are: taking the existing dining room, kitchen, pantry, and TV rooms form the original house and changing these rooms to become the new living room, bedroom, bathroom and study in the recently approved 19/605 planning permission, and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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Decided // Back Gate Lodge, Celbridge Road, Leixlip

for refurbishment of dwelling to include demolition of sheds and removal of chimney and porch, upgrade of existing walls, floors and roof with new insulation, single storey extension to the rear with roof lights and rearrangement of internal layout of dwelling with new draught porch and solar panels to roofs. Single story detached garage to the rear garden, removal of septic tank and new connection to public sewers and associated works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 12/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 07/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Arthurstown, Kill, Co. Kildare

Development will consist of the construction of a light industry/warehouse facility consisting of warehouse space (7,311 sq.m.) single storey office (113 sq.m.) and single-story staff facilities (180 sq. m.). The development also includes 4 no. dock level access doors, 2 no. level entry doors, external canopies, pedestrian access gate, car parking, bicycle parking, landscaping, public lighting, sprinkler system water tank and pump house, surface water attenuation , decommissioning of existing on site treatment facility and provision of a new on site treatment plant and all associated site works.

New // Oghill, Kildare, Co. Kildare

for the demolition of existing single storey rear extension to allow for the construction of a single-storey rear extension with mezzanine area to existing detached bungalow, minor internal amendments to accommodate the proposed extension and all associated site works

New // 4 The Coach Yard, Prosperous, Co. Kildare,

Seeking Planning Permission to amend planning condition no. 2b of permission which was previously approved under application reference no. 21/595 at 4 The Coach Yard , Prosperous, Co. Kildare. Permission is sought for the dwelling to be used to accommodate persons with disabilities.

Decided // The Villa, Curryhills, Prosperous,

a new foul water pipe to connect to the existing network within St. Anne Street, along with all associated site development works necessary to facilitate the development (Protected Structure)

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 19/12/2023
  • Decision Date: 01/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // 29 Captains Hill, Leixlip, Co. Kildare

alterations to existing guest house and including internal alterations to private residence and internal alterations to all guest accommodations comprising 3 guest bedrooms and 3 guest bedroom suites, and including external alterations to building and including universal access entrance door to guest bedroom, 2m wide dormer roof element, 3 flat roof lights, balcony at main ground floor level on West elevation with external stairs and balcony pathway on North elevation, 2m high timber security fencing within the site, 2 outbuildings near East boundary comprising garden shed and laundry room, site development works and including 8 car spaces

Decided // Lily O'Brien's Chocolates, IDA Business Park, Green Road,

1no. single storey lean-to extension to the north-east of the existing factory building providing a Production Expansion Line; a single storey extension to the south west of the existing factory building providing a Raw Materials Store and Chocolate Tank Room with internal alterations providing a second Chocolate Tank Room; internal alterations providing a Packing Managers Office in the Packing Area; internal alterations to the existing Boiler House; 1no. single storey Pallet Store to the south west of the site; the reorientation of the existing Blast Freezer unit; 1no. HGV incline ramp situated adjacent to the existing descending ramp; an overflow carpark located to the north east of the applicant site, together with all associated siteworks

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 02/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 28/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Tyrellstown, Athy, Co. Kildare

Retention of domestic garage / store and all ancillary site development works.

New // 15 Bleach Road, Dun Brinn, Athy

for the change of use of an existing ground floor living/home office space to a Physiotherapy room for commercial use catering for private clients/patients on an appointment basis only and all associated development works

Decided // Kilwarden, Kill, Co. Kildare

for the construction of a detached one and half storey house with single storey element, single storey detached domestic garage, recessed entrance, secondary effluent treatment system and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Refused
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Decided // 7 Cluain Laighean, , Ballyroe, Athy,

for a single storey, detached building to the rear of existing dwelling, with a storage area, equipment testing room, recording booth, office & home gym and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 21/04/2023
  • Decision Date: 09/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Killinthomas, Rathangan, Co. Kildare

the replacement of existing dwelling in ruinous condition with new dwelling consisting of two storey element on the footprint of the existing ruins, containing 3no Bedrooms, Sitting Room, Home office & ancillary accommodation; and single storey element containing Kitchen/Living accommodation, Entrance, Utility & WC; recessed entrance, wastewater treatment system and all associated site works

Decided // Kildangan National School, Derry, Co.. Kildare

for the provision of a single storey extension to the front and a separate single storey extension to the side of existing School Building (existing floor area = 1,048sqm) consisting of an extension to the existing Entrance Lobby, a 1no. Classroom Special Education Unit including ancillary spaces, 1no. Mainstream Classroom and an extension to existing Mainstream Classroom (floor area of proposed extension = 264sqm), together with a secure external soft play area, minor internal alterations and elevational amendments, realignment / setting back of part of the existing roadside boundary wall to provide a bus set down area, and all ancillary site development works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 12/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 07/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Tomard, Athy, Co. Kildare

Development will consist of 50 no. houses, on a site measuring circa 1.85 hectares, located in the townland of Tomard, south of the Cluain Bhearu residential development , east of the Monasterevin Road / Rathstewart Road (R417) . The proposed development is comprised of 19. no. 4 bedroom and 31 no. 3 bedroom 2 storey, detached, semi-detached and terraced houses. Access to the proposed development will be from the adjoining Cois Bhearu to the North. The proposed development includes for all associated site development works, car parking, open spaces, hard and soft landscaping etc, ESB substation, and demolition of all structures on site.

Decided // 34 Easton Park, Leixlip, Co. Kildare

of minor amendments to previously approved single storey pitched roof rear garden room structure (with gym, home office & store) inc. minor associated works (permission file reg. Ref. 22/785 refers). Amendments to be retained include minor change in position of garden room on site closer to existing house, alterations to roof light sizes and locations to that previously permitted and changes to layout namely flipping of the garden room and store room to opposite side to that previously permitted, all located at and to the rear of

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 12/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 07/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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New // Kilbelin House, The Park, Belin Woods, Newbridge

an increase in the previously permitted occupancy under application 23/244 from 168 childcare places to 178 places, at any one time, due to a minor revised internal layout/reconfiguration of rooms. All at the existing purpose built creche/pre-school facility

Decided // Coolree, Blackwood, Robertstown, , Naas,

for (A) construction of a one and a half storey type extension to side (west) elevation and single storey extension to front (south) elevation and insertion of new window fenestration to front (south) elevation and side (east) elevation of existing family home, (B) single storey extension to rear (north) elevation to form a family flat linked to the main residence with minor internal alterations, (C) the installation of an Oakstown BAF wastewater treatment plant with polishing filter percolation area and (D) upgrading of existing agricultural entrance to a new combined vehicular recessed entrance, with the original house gate entrance to be permanently closed up and all associated site works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 21/12/2023
  • Decision Date: 27/03/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // Site to the south of the Newbridge South Orbital Relief Road (NSORR), in the townland of Greatconnell, Newbridge,

for modifications to the development previously permitted under KCC Planning Ref. 21/1248. The retention elements of the development consist of: i. Alterations to the outdoor smoking shelter providing for reduced dimensions of 2.23m (L) x 4.68m (W) x 2.65m (H), together with its relocation from the north-east of the warehouse building to the car park area west of the main office entrance; and ii. 3 additional car parking spaces within the overflow car park. The development will also consist of: i. Modifications to the northern (front) elevation to facilitate a new external entrance to the lift; ii. Revisions to the 2 entrance totem signs to provide for illuminated totem poles at each vehicular site access, the sign to the HGV/Truck entrance is 5.25m (H) x 1.5m (W) x 300mm (D) and the sign to the car park entrance is 3.25m (H) x 1m (W) x 200mm (D); iii. Changes to the permitted branding signage on the northern elevation of the warehouse building and north elevation of the Recovery Recycling Unit building to provide for signs with dimensions of 15m x 2.9m; iv. Wayfinding, directional and health and safety signs ranging from 0.36 sq.m to 1.68 sq.m, to be placed at 16 locations within the site; and v. all ancillary site development works

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 13/02/2024
  • Decision Date: 08/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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Decided // “Leixlip Gate”, in the townlands of Kilmacredock Upper and Castletown, Leixlip, Co Kildare

a Large Scale Residential Development (LRD) at this site of c.8.6ha at “Leixlip Gate”, in the townlands of Kilmacredock Upper and Castletown, Leixlip, Co Kildare. The site is located to the east of the R449, north of the M4, and south of the “Harpur Lane” residential and creche development currently under construction (Reg. Ref. ABP-307223-20, and as amended by KCC Reg Ref.22/1226 and Reg. Ref. 23/606). The development will consist of: Construction of 229 no. dwellings comprising: 139 no. 2-storey houses comprising 10 no. 2-bed, 119 no. 3-bed and 10 no. 4-bed units; 54 no. apartments within 1 no. 5-storey block comprising 25 no. 1-bed and 29 no. 2-bed units; 36 no. duplex units within 3 no. 3-storey blocks comprising 18 no. 2-bed and 18 no. 3 bed units; All with associated private gardens/ balconies/ terraces to the north/south/east/west elevations. 255 no. car parking spaces (including e-charging points) and 250 no. secure bike parking spaces (with residential spaces located within dedicated bicycle stores). Vehicular accesses to the development via the Harpur Lane development to the north with pedestrian/cyclist access via Harpur Lane and the R449 to the west. This includes a second access to Harpur Lane provided via the creation of a second permanent opening in the existing boundary demesne wall. Minor amendments to the permitted Harpur Lane development (Ref. ABP-307223-20) to provide the proposed accesses/connections and for connections to services. Provision of new open spaces and landscaped areas including a new public park to the south and west of the site. All associated site development works (including reprofiling of the land), boundary treatments, acoustic fencing (along the boundary with the R449 and M4 slip road), bin stores, ESB substations, public lighting; site services, drainage works and all associated infrastructure. Temporary permission (3 years) is also sought for the erection of an advertising signage adjacent to the R449 (total area c.9.29 sq.m).

  • Applicant: N/A
  • Status: Decided
  • Received: 14/12/2023
  • Decision Date: 08/04/2024
  • Decision: Conditional
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