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2560115

CONDITIONAL

Galway - Galway County Council

Proposed Development

for (a) the demolition of a two story derelict house, (b) the construction of a new two storey dwelling and (c) all associated site services. Gross floor space of work to be retained: 107.19 sqm

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    5 Feb 2025

  2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    27 Mar 2025

  3. Decision due

    1 Apr 2025

  4. Grant issued

    6 May 2025

Application Details

Location
Loughrea , Cross Street , Co. Galway
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
RETENTION
Planning Authority
Galway County Council
Site Area
0.031 ha
Floor Area
107.19 sq m
Residential Units
1

Timeline

Registration Date
5 February 2025
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
27 March 2025
Grant Date
6 May 2025
Permission Expires
5 May 2030

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