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Threecastles , Blessington , Co. Wicklow

CONDITIONAL

Planning application 2560539

Wicklow - Wicklow County Council

Proposed Development

construction of two storey dwelling with a treatment plant, soil polishing filter and a new entrance along with all associated site works

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    16 Jul 2025

  2. Further information requested

    4 Sept 2025

  3. Further information received

    15 Oct 2025

  4. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    7 Nov 2025

  5. Decision due

    11 Nov 2025

  6. Grant issued

    9 Dec 2025

Application Details

Location
Threecastles , Blessington , Co. Wicklow
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Wicklow County Council
Site Area
0.423 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
16 July 2025
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
7 November 2025
Grant Date
9 December 2025
Permission Expires
8 December 2030

Location

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