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2660321

REFUSED

Westmeath - Westmeath County Council

Proposed Development

development which will consist of permission for the construction of a new dwelling (181.71 sq m) and domestic garage (40 sq m). Permission is also sought for the installation of a wastewater treatment system and percolation area, and permission to upgrade the existing agricultural entrance to a domestic entrance and all associated site works

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    18 Jun 2026

  2. Decision: REFUSED

    11 Aug 2026

  3. Decision due

    12 Aug 2026

Application Details

Location
Knightswood , Ballinafid , Co. Westmeath
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Westmeath County Council
Site Area
0.651 ha
Floor Area
181.71 sq m
Residential Units
1

Timeline

Registration Date
18 June 2026
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
REFUSED
Decision Date
11 August 2026

Location

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