Planning Permission in Leitrim
Planning applications in Leitrim are decided by Leitrim County Council. This guide covers what it costs, how long it takes, and how to apply — we track 2,138 planning applications in Leitrim so you can see what gets approved.
Looking for Leitrim ePlanning? Search and track Leitrim County Council applications on eplanning.ie, or browse the Leitrim register here without the council's search form.
Leitrim planning statistics 2026: Leitrim County Council has received 199 planning applications so far in 2026, and 97% of the 124 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 — Leitrim's local authority logged 11 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 Leitrim
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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
Leitrim 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 Leitrim
Leitrim County Council
Recent planning applications in Leitrim
latest lodged 7 Oct 2026The most recent applications received by Leitrim 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.
- 7 Oct 20262660238
The development will consist of 1) Proposed demolition of existing Porch to South façade of existing Western annex; 2) Proposed change of use of front part of the Ground floor of the existing Western annex and the entire First floor of the existing building from use as a dwelling to use as short term accommodation; 3) Proposed change of use of rear part of the Ground floor of the existing Western annex from use as a dwelling to use as Kitchen; 4) internal alterations in connection with the proposed change of use; 5) external alterations in connection with the proposed change of use including the installation of new entrance door and windows; 6) proposed external signage & 7) associated site works & services.
Kilclaremore , Kilclare , Co. Leitrim
- 6 Oct 20262660237
Develop site to rear of Main Street and construct 2 no. single storey semi-detached bungalows, connect to existing services and associated site development works.
Main Street Upper , Mohill , Co. Leitrim.
- 2 Oct 20262660232
Proposed Renovations & Conversion Of Existing Storage Shed Into A Habitable Room So As To Service Existing Adjoining Apartment Located To The Rear Of Existing Three Storey Mixed Use Building And All Ancillary Site Works
High Street , Ballinamore , Co. Leitrim
- 2 Oct 20262660233
Proposed construction of a two storey type dwelling house, detached garage, entrance, boundary fence/wall, connection to existing group sewerage scheme and all ancillary site works
Rue Jamestown , Carrick-on-Shannon , Co Leitrim
- 2 Oct 20262660234
Proposed Construction Of A Domestic Garage To Service A Storey And A Half Type Dwelling Which Was Recently Granted Planning Permission Under Outline Planning Permission Reference No. P.25/60122 And Consequent On The Grant Of Outline Permission Reference No. P.26/60060 And All Ancillary Site Works
Cloone Td , Cloone , Co. Leitrim
- 2 Oct 20262660235
part single storey/part storey and a half dwelling extension to side of existing dwelling incorporating kitchen, living & dining on ground floor and bedroom on first floor together with alterations to plans/elevations of existing dwelling and associated site works
Hill Street , Mohill , Co. Leitrim
- 1 Oct 20262660231
Planning Permission for development consisting of construction of a walled silage slab, storage sheds & slatted shed with underground slurry storage tanks along with all associated site works.
Drumlonan , Ballinamore , Co. Leitrim
- 30 Sept 20262660228
1. To construct a single storey type domestic dwelling. 2. To construct a domestic garage 3. To construct a new site entrance 4. To construct a waste water treatment system to current EPA Code of Practice together with all ancillary works.
Cherrybrook , Manorhamilton , Leitrim
Browse all 2,138 planning applications in Leitrim, including this week's lodgements, decisions and appeals.
Planning permission fees in Leitrim
Application fees are set nationally, so Leitrim 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 Leitrim?
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 Leitrim?
Leitrim 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 Leitrim?
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 Leitrim as everywhere in Ireland.
How long does planning permission last in Leitrim?
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 Leitrim?
Applications go to Leitrim 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 Leitrim is the same as next door. What changes is the council, its development plan, and how often it grants.
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