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McDonald’s Restaurant The Kyle Centre , Portlaoise , Co. Laois

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Planning application 2660639

Laois - Laois County Council

Proposed Development

develop at McDonald’s Restaurant, The Kyle Centre, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 F218. The development will consist of proposed external and internal modifications/upgrade works including partial demolition of existing corral/bin store area and associated works with new fence panels, corral gates and security door, and relocation of internal access door to this reduced corral area, all to allow for the provision of a new dual-ordering system and associated new menu and signage in the drive-thru lane; new remote bin store area; internal layout modifications including to the kitchen and dining area and crew room and all associated works to facilitate these modifications; landscaping including surface finishes, line markings and road marking throughout the car park and site; and all associated site works

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    11 Sept 2026

  2. Decision due (upcoming)

    5 Nov 2026

Application Details

Location
McDonald’s Restaurant The Kyle Centre , Portlaoise , Co. Laois
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Laois County Council
Site Area
0.18 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
11 September 2026
Status
NEW APPLICATION
Decision
N/A
Decision Due
5 November 2026

Location

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