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2660295

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Laois - Laois County Council

Proposed Development

The construction of single storey dwellings within the walled garden of the former Post Office and adjoining House, Both protected structures RPS 127 and RPS 681. There is 9No. proposed dwellings that will be Age Friendly units that consist of 5No. 1 bed and 4No. 2 bed single storey dwellings contained in 4 blocks along with works to the single storey outbuilding to have new roof, new windows, new doors and wall repairs with rooms then used for communal activities and storage for the 9No. Units. In conjunction with associated site development works.

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Application Details

Location
Old Post Office and House protected structures RPS 127 and RPS 681. , Main Street Portarlington , Co Laois.
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Laois County Council
Site Area
0.276 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
20 May 2026
Status
INCOMPLETED APPLICATION
Decision
N/A

Location

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