Planning Permission in Kildare
Planning applications in Kildare are decided by Kildare County Council. This guide covers what it costs, how long it takes, and how to apply — we track 15,910 planning applications in Kildare so you can see what gets approved.
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Kildare planning statistics 2026: Kildare County Council has received 1,224 planning applications so far in 2026, and 80% of the 541 decided to date were granted. Source: Irish planning statistics, compiled daily from the public register.
First: you may not need planning permission
Rear extensions under 45 sq m, most sheds and garages, and rooftop solar panels are usually exempted development — Kildare's local authority logged 35 exempted development notifications in 2018-2022. Two minutes with our free checker could save you months and thousands of euro.
Check if your project is exemptHow to apply for planning permission in Kildare
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Check if you need permission at all
Many small projects - rear extensions under 45 sq m, sheds, rooftop solar - are exempted development and need no application. Check before you spend anything.
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Request a pre-planning consultation
Kildare County Council offers free pre-planning meetings. They flag issues with your site or design before you commit to drawings.
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Prepare drawings and documents
You will need site location maps, layout plans, elevations, and sections - almost always prepared by an architect, engineer, or architectural technician.
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Publish notices
Place a notice in an approved local newspaper and erect a site notice. The application must be lodged within 2 weeks of the newspaper notice.
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Submit and wait for a decision
Lodge the application with the fee. The council checks validity, the public has 5 weeks to comment, and a decision is due within 8 weeks.
Full details in our step-by-step application guide and pre-submission checklist.
Where to apply in Kildare
Kildare County Council
Recent planning applications in Kildare
latest lodged 8 Oct 2026The most recent applications received by Kildare County Council, from the public planning register. Seeing what your neighbours are applying for, and what gets granted, is the quickest way to judge your own chances.
- 8 Oct 20262661109
for the following (i)the provision of a new 21m length of 2.4m high metal mesh anti-climb fence, and of a new 3.5m length of 2m high metal mesh anti-climb fence, both to the south of the existing building to secure the site; (ii) the provision of a new 3.5m length of 2m high metal mesh anti-climb fence including a new matching pedestrian gate to the south-east corner of the existing building, the fencing and gate to be independent of the existing stone front boundary wall to Drogheda St., and be no taller than the existing wall; (iii) the provision of a new 12.5m length of 2m high bow-top metal fence, to the north of the existing building, to include a new pedestrian gate & a new vehicular double-gate (the style of the new fence & gates to match the existing bow-top fencing to the front of the site); (iv) the provision of a new 3.5m length of 2m high bow-top metal fence including a new matching pedestrian gate to the north-east corner of the existing building (the style of the new fence & gate to match the existing bow-top fencing to the front of the site), the fencing and gate to be independent of the existing stone front boundary wall to Drogheda St., and be no taller than the existing railing and wall; (v) the reconfiguration of the existing main vehicular entrance gate to Drogheda St. from two No. pedestrian gates and one No. centrally located vehicular double-gate, to one No. pedestrian gate to the left hand side, one No. fixed railing panel to the centre, and one No. vehicular double-gate to the right hand side, with the former school name plaque replaced with a new matching plaque bearing the new school name, all to match the existing style; (vi) the construction of a new 19.3m length of 3m high concrete block wall on the northwest boundary separating the school site and the neighbouring property, to be finished with sand cement render on the school side to match the existing boundary wall and capped with precast concrete cappings, the new wall is to be independent of the existing boundary wall with a 25mm gap either end; (vii) the demolition of an existing single-storey two classroom detached building to the rear of the site, and an attached lean-to shed within the existing storage yard; (viii) all required siteworks & services to facilitate the proposed development. The existing stone boundary wall to Drogheda Street is not proposed to be affected or altered by the proposed new fences, gates and railings.
Ros Glas Community Special School (prev. St Peter's National School) , Drogheda Street Monasterevin , Co. Kildare
- 8 Oct 20262661110
Alteration to the front elevation of a dwelling. The double door to the front elevation of the side garage is proposed to be built up to a window matching the other windows on the front elevation. Bricks to match existing.
7 Park Road , Greatconnell , Newbridge
- 7 Oct 20262661103
Two-storey side extension, including alteration of the existing hipped roof profile to form a gable-ended roof with a full-height raised gable to the side elevation, together with a single-storey rear extension incorporating a flat roof and rooflights.
164 Glendale Meadows , Leixlip , Co. Kildare
- 7 Oct 20262661104
for ancillary domestic storage, including household and gardening equipment, four bicycles, a home gym, and personal carpentry tools and equipment. The design and materials have been chosen to complement the existing dwelling, and the building will remain ancillary to the house with no separate residential accommodation.
11 Ard Bhearu , Couis Bhearu , Athy
- 7 Oct 20262661105
The development will consist of: (A) Single storey extension to south side of existing sports hall granted permission under file ref 16/364, (B) Retention permission sought for development of first floor, (C) All associated site works.
Balrinnet , Carbury , Co. Kildare
- 7 Oct 20262661106
THE REMOVAL OF CONDITION 3(B) ATTACHED TO PLANNING REGISTER REFERENCE 00/2165, INSOFAR AS IT REQUIRES THE EXISTING DWELLING KNOWN AS HILLVIEW TO BE OCCUPIED AND OPERATED AS A UNIT WITH THE OTHER DWELLING AND THE OVERALL BLOODSTOCK BUSINESS, AND RESTRICTS ITS SEPARATE SALE OR DISPOSAL.THE PROPOSED REMOVAL WILL FACILITATE THE SALE OF HILLVIEW AND ITS ASSOCIATED CURTILAGE INDEPENDENTLY OF THE OTHER DWELLING AND THE REMAINING LANDHOLDING AND CONTINUING BLOODSTOCK BUSINESS
Hillview , Friarstown , Co. Kildare
- 7 Oct 20262661107
for modifications to entrance gate, piers and walls internally, retention of a dwelling house, domestic vehicular garage, fuel storage shed, and garden shed.
New Road , Allenwood North , Co. Kildare
- 7 Oct 20262661108
One story single dwelling, 3 bedrooms, on family land. Parents downsizing and want appropriate living space for their retirement. Front stone porch, side private existing entrance.
Great connell , Newbridge , Kildare
Browse all 15,910 planning applications in Kildare, including this week's lodgements, decisions and appeals.
Planning permission fees in Kildare
Application fees are set nationally, so Kildare charges the same as every other county:
| Application type | Fee |
|---|---|
| New house | €65 |
| Domestic extension or garage | €34 |
| Outline permission | 75% of the full fee |
| Retention permission | 3× the standard fee (€195 for a house) |
| Appeal to An Coimisiún Pleanála | €220 |
Professional fees for drawings and managing the application are the real cost — see the fees guide or estimate yours with the fee calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does planning permission cost in Kildare?
The statutory application fee is the same across Ireland: 65 euro for a new house and 34 euro for a domestic extension or garage. Retention permission costs three times the standard fee. On top of that, most applicants pay a professional (architect, engineer, or planning consultant) for drawings and the application itself - typically 1,500 to 5,000 euro depending on the project.
How long does planning permission take in Kildare?
Kildare County Council must decide within 8 weeks of receiving a valid application. There is a 5-week period for public observations, and a 4-week appeal window after the decision. A request for further information restarts the clock, so 3 to 6 months end to end is common.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in Kildare?
Not always. Rear extensions up to 45 square metres are generally exempt from planning permission, subject to conditions on height, remaining garden space, and previous extensions. The same national exemption rules apply in Kildare as everywhere in Ireland.
How long does planning permission last in Kildare?
A grant of planning permission normally lasts 5 years from the date of the decision. If you have not substantially completed the work in that time you must apply again or seek an extension of duration.
Where do I submit a planning application in Kildare?
Applications go to Kildare County Council, online through eplanning.ie or on paper at the council offices. You must also publish a newspaper notice and erect a site notice before applying.
Related guides
Planning permission in neighbouring counties
The fees, timelines and exemptions are set nationally, so the process in Kildare is the same as next door. What changes is the council, its development plan, and how often it grants.
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