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25138

CONDITIONAL

Galway - Galway County Council

Proposed Development

for alterations to an existing dwelling which includes the conversion of an existing domestic garage to habitable space within the dwelling, and an existing domestic garage/turf shed including all associated works and services. Gross floor space of work to be retained: 71 sqm

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    12 Jun 2025

  2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    31 Jul 2025

  3. Decision due

    6 Aug 2025

  4. Grant issued

    9 Sept 2025

Application Details

Location
Turloughalanger , Athenry , Co. Galway
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
RETENTION
Planning Authority
Galway County Council
Site Area
0.25 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
12 June 2025
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
31 July 2025
Grant Date
9 September 2025
Permission Expires
8 September 2030

Location

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