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24272

CONDITIONAL

Galway - Galway County Council

Proposed Development

for a single storey pitched roof extensions to the north or front elevation, and the rear southern elevation, changes to the height and roof pitch of the existing roof to tie in with the new extensions, a new roof light to the rear roof, changes to the height and size of existing windows, new composite wood cladding to all external walls and a new 39 sqm artist studio with bathroom adjacent to the entrance to the site with a pitched roof and roof light and all associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 151 sqm (extension) & 39 sqm (garage)

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    19 Sept 2024

  2. Further information requested

    8 Nov 2024

  3. Further information received

    18 Dec 2024

  4. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    21 Jan 2025

  5. Decision due

    23 Jan 2025

  6. Grant issued

    3 Mar 2025

Application Details

Location
Ardbear , House by the Waterfall Clifden , Co Galway
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Galway County Council
Site Area
0.29 ha
Floor Area
151 sq m
Residential Units
1

Timeline

Registration Date
19 September 2024
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
21 January 2025
Grant Date
3 March 2025
Permission Expires
2 March 2030

Location

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121m
2072N/A23 Jan 2020

for, 1) Demolition of a two storey residential dwelling, 2) Construction of a three storey building facing Bridge Street, containing 6 No 2 bedroom apartments and a two storey attached building at rear of site containing 2 No 2 bedroom and 2No 1 bedroom apartments together with all ancillary site works and the provision of car parking at rear. Previously granted under Pl Ref. 07/5344. The rear wall of this site is a protected structure know as "The Old Wall" (of local importance.). (Reg No 804.)Gross floor space of proposed works: 623 sqm. Gross floor space of any demolition: 385 sqm

Clifden ,

198m
2560924REFUSED10 Jul 2025

for development which involves a protected structure (RPS805) to comprise: removal/demolition of non historic substandard extension to rear construction of new two storey extension to rear comprising dining/kitchen area to ground floor, with bedroom and bathroom to first floor; modifications to existing non historic stud partitions; re roofing to include re use of existing slates and provision of roofing felt; along with demolition of substandard out house, to include all ancillary site works and modifications. Gross floor space of proposed works: 18.40 sqm(extension). Gross floor space of any demolition: 9.68 sqm

Ardbear , 4 Lee's Terrace Clifden , Co. Galway

199m
2661004N/A18 Jun 2026

which involves a protected structure (RPS 805) to comprise: removal/demolition of non historic sub standard two storey extension to rear; construction of new two storey extension to rear comprising dining/kitchen area to ground floor, with bedroom and bathroom to first floor; modifications to existing non historic stud partitions; re roofing to include re use of existing slates and provision of roofing felt; along with demolition of 2 no. substandard outhouses, to include all ancillary siteworks and modifications. This application is accompanied by an NIS report

Ardbear , 4 Lee's Terrace Clifden , Co. Galway

206m
1739N/A20 Jan 2017

for dwelling house, car port and private wastewater treatment system with all associated works and ancillary services. (Gross floor space of proposed works: 206.6 sqm.)

Ardbear ,

220m
19207CONDITIONAL14 Feb 2019

for (1) change of use from existing Bed and Breakfast premises to Wine Bar/Restaurant and Bed and Breakfast premises (2) proposed external and internal alterations to the existing building as well as all associated works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 28.00 sqm. Gross floor space of work to be retained: 345.00 sqm

Clifden ,

227m
20192CONDITIONAL14 Feb 2020

for change of use from two-storey building with over-the-shop accommodation to independent shop unit with an existing dwelling overhead; permission to change pedestrian gate at the rere on Caryn Place to vehicular entrance with the provision of parking area in yard; the replacement of existing front windows to new windows of the same size; roof upgrading works and all ancillary site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 147.6 sqm

Clifden ,

246m
2660895N/A4 Jun 2026

for (1) the connection and amalgamation of an existing public house with overhead apartments and an adjoining guest house to form a single hotel development, retaining the existing bar use and layout at ground floor level, (2) alterations and refurbishment of existing buildings to make provision for a 20-bedroom hotel, (3) including construction of an additional upper floor increasing the overall building height from two storeys to three storeys, (4) new signage to the front elevation, and (5) all associated site works

Clifden , Bridge Street , Co Galway

248m
201253CONDITIONAL3 Sept 2020

to convert an existing commercial building at Caryn Place, Market Street, Clifden, into a mixed commercial and residential property. The development will consist of: (1) fitting out of the buildings internals: (2) installation of new and replacement windows and doors: (3) construction of a deck area to the rear of the property with steps for access and associated works. Gross floor space of work to be retained: 210 sqm

Clifden ,

253m
212137CONDITIONAL17 Nov 2021

for (1) The construction of a split level one and half storey extension to the rear and side of the existing dwelling, including part dormer roof and roof lights, (2) Changes to elevations, refurbishment and internal amendments to the original house, (3) Demolition and replacement of the existing front porch. (4) Removal of existing concrete roof tiles to the existing dwelling and replacement with natural slate. (5) New Septic tank, Soakaway & effluent drainage system and all associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 163 sqm.

ARDBEAR ,

253m
2360352CONDITIONAL6 Apr 2023

of alterations made to existing dwelling house previously granted under planning reference 21/2137

Dooneen , Ardbear Td Clifden , Co Galway

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