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St. Mary’s National School , Bishop Street , Limerick

CONDITIONAL

Planning application 2561325

Limerick - Limerick County Council

Proposed Development

the refurbishment of the existing school, 2531m2, the construction of a new single storey extension for special education needs, 189m2 and demolition of an existing plant room, 64m2. The works will include the creation of 2No. playspaces at first floor level, with a new escape staircase within the courtyard, new hard and soft landscaping to include the upgrade of public realm at the Island Road entrance, and all associated site works

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    12 Dec 2025

  2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    12 Feb 2026

  3. Decision due

    14 Feb 2026

  4. Grant issued

    18 Mar 2026

Application Details

Location
St. Mary’s National School , Bishop Street , Limerick
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Limerick County Council
Site Area
0.395 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
12 December 2025
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
12 February 2026
Grant Date
18 March 2026
Permission Expires
17 March 2031

Location

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