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Scoil an Fhraoich Mhóir National School (Great Heath) , The Heath , Portlaoise Co. Laois

CONDITIONAL

Planning application 2560603

Laois - Laois County Council

Proposed Development

construct new single storey extension to the side and front of the existing school to provide for 2 no. SEN classrooms, 1 no. mainstream classroom & all related ancillary accommodation; proposed new external play areas; proposed new vehicular entrance from adjoining public road (L3810) to access proposed new parking area; along with all relevant site development works.

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    19 Sept 2025

  2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    6 Nov 2025

  3. Decision due

    13 Nov 2025

  4. Grant issued

    8 Dec 2025

Application Details

Location
Scoil an Fhraoich Mhóir National School (Great Heath) , The Heath , Portlaoise Co. Laois.
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Laois County Council
Site Area
1.35 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
19 September 2025
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
6 November 2025
Grant Date
8 December 2025
Permission Expires
7 December 2030

Location

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