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Coolcor , Rhode , Co.Offaly

CONDITIONAL

Planning application 2660001

Offaly - Offaly County Council

Proposed Development

to demolish part of, alter, renovate and extend existing dwelling. Permission is also sought to construct a garage, alter existing entrance, install a new wastewater treatment system and polishing filter & decommission existing septic tank and all associated site works

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    5 Jan 2026

  2. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    26 Feb 2026

  3. Decision due

    1 Mar 2026

  4. Grant issued

    2 Apr 2026

Application Details

Location
Coolcor , Rhode , Co.Offaly.
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Offaly County Council
Site Area
0.48 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
5 January 2026
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
26 February 2026
Grant Date
2 April 2026
Permission Expires
1 April 2031

Location

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