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Hilltop Farm Matthewstown , Fenor Tramore , Co. Waterford

CONDITIONAL

Planning application 2460405

Waterford - Waterford City and County Council

Proposed Development

construct new Staff Facilities for existing Staff on Fenor Pig Farm, consisting of Reception, Office, Store, Canteen and Changing Rooms (Approx. 13m x 16m x 5m high) and all ancillary and associated Site works.

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    17 Jul 2024

  2. Further information requested

    5 Sept 2024

  3. Further information received

    17 Feb 2025

  4. Decision due

    12 Apr 2025

  5. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    12 Apr 2025

  6. Grant issued

    21 May 2025

Application Details

Location
Hilltop Farm Matthewstown , Fenor Tramore , Co. Waterford
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Waterford City and County Council
Site Area
38.2 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
17 July 2024
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
12 April 2025
Grant Date
21 May 2025
Permission Expires
20 May 2030

Location

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