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St. Joseph's Convent, College Road, Fermoy, Co. Cork

Awaiting F.I. Response

Planning application 26/1963

Cork - Cork County Council

Proposed Development

Permission for retention for modifications to the former St. Joseph's Convent at St. Joseph’s Convent, College Road, Fermoy, Co. Cork. The modifications to the convent building consist of:

  1. (1)
    internal alterations to ground, first and second floors including changes to internal layout to provide additional bedrooms, corridors, lobby space, water closets and shower rooms, staff facilities, storage and the removal of stairs
  2. (2)
    minor changes to the east elevation to provide a new air duct,
  3. (3)
    all ancillary development works. The proposed alterations have resulted in a net increase of 3 no. bedrooms. Retention is also sought for the change of use from convent to use as accommodation for protected persons. The proposed development consists of the carrying out of works to a protected structure.
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Application Details

Location
St. Joseph's Convent, College Road, Fermoy, Co. Cork
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
Permission for Retention
Planning Authority
Cork County Council

Timeline

Registration Date
23 July 2026
Status
Awaiting F.I. Response
Decision
Pending

Location

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Observations on this application closed on Wednesday 26 August 2026, five weeks after it was received. The authority cannot accept a late submission.

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