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2561600

CONDITIONAL

Galway - Galway County Council

Proposed Development

to construct a new media/press building and associated works onto the existing viewing terrace. The proposed development is adjacent to the site of a Protected Structure (RPS 123GA084-011)

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    31 Oct 2025

  2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    22 Dec 2025

  3. Decision due

    3 Jan 2026

  4. Grant issued

    17 Feb 2026

Application Details

Location
Athenry , Kenny Park , Co. Galway
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Galway County Council
Site Area
2.52 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
31 October 2025
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
22 December 2025
Grant Date
17 February 2026
Permission Expires
16 February 2031

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