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The Presbytery , Gaol Road , Galway

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Planning application 2660381

Galway - Galway City Council

Proposed Development

Permission for development which consists of: planning permission for

  1. a)
    removal/demolition of existing attached garage/outbuildings
  2. b)
    removal/demolition of existing conservatory
  3. c)
    removal of bay windows to front elevation
  4. d)
    removal of roof overhang
  5. e)
    construction of a ground floor level kitchen/garage extension together with associated site works
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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    19 Oct 2026

  2. Decision due (upcoming)

    13 Dec 2026

Application Details

Location
The Presbytery , Gaol Road , Galway
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Galway City Council
Site Area
0.175 ha
Floor Area
80 sq m
Residential Units
1

Timeline

Registration Date
19 October 2026
Status
NEW APPLICATION
Decision
N/A
Decision Due
13 December 2026

Location

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