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Townparks (2nd Division) , Lár na Cathrach Abbey Trinity , Tuam

CONDITIONAL

Planning application 2561775

Galway - Galway County Council

Proposed Development

for amalgamation of an existing retail unit (Units 9,10.11) with adjoining retail units 12, 13, 14 and 15A, and part change of use from a permitted retail unit to ancillary off-license sales (area for display of alcohol) and associated signage for the unit and associated site works

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    3 Dec 2025

  2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    4 Feb 2026

  3. Decision due

    5 Feb 2026

  4. Grant issued

    16 Mar 2026

Application Details

Location
Townparks (2nd Division) , Lár na Cathrach Abbey Trinity , Tuam
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Galway County Council
Site Area
0.047 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
3 December 2025
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
4 February 2026
Grant Date
16 March 2026
Permission Expires
15 March 2031

Location

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