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2561169

CONDITIONAL

Kerry - Kerry County Council

Proposed Development

The development will consist of: The removal of a non-original lean-to kitchen extension and ancillary sheds to the existing structure. The construction of a single storey flat roof extension to the rear and side of the existing house, with one associated roof light, and a single storey glazed link from the existing house. Replacement of non-original windows to the existing house, minor internal modifications, and all associated drainage, landscaping and site works at The Presbytery, Knightstown, Valentia Island, Co. Kerry, V23 YN93 (a protected structure).

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    12 Dec 2025

  2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    13 Feb 2026

  3. Decision due

    14 Feb 2026

  4. Grant issued

    20 Mar 2026

Application Details

Location
The Presbytery Knightstown , Valentia Island , Co. Kerry
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Kerry County Council
Site Area
0.29 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
12 December 2025
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
13 February 2026
Grant Date
20 March 2026
Permission Expires
19 March 2031

Location

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