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Demolition Planning Applications in Ireland

All 31 local authorities · past 3 years

Planning applications that involve demolition works -- from removing a garage to make way for an extension, to full site clearance ahead of redevelopment. Demolition of a habitable house or a protected structure almost always needs permission, so these applications are a reliable early indicator of redevelopment activity.

16,441

Applications (3 years)

10,470

Granted

1,065

Refused

4,906

Pending / Other

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SD26A/0021WSAI Referral

a) Demolition of an existing storage shed, b) Construction of a two storey apartment block, consisting of the 2 No. studio apartments, refuse and bicycle storage on the ground floor, 1 No. 1 Bed apartment and 1 No. 2 Bed apartment on the first floor with a combination of pitched and flat roofs, c) Hard and soft landscaping, d) All required foul drainage and surface water harvesting system, e) All ancillary site works to facilitate the development.

The Side of The Laurels Public House, 186 Whitehall Road West, Perrystown, Dublin 12South Dublin County Council
24 Aug 2026
2660306N/A

Permission for development which consists of: The development will consist of the demolition of a front porch, the construction of a new front extension, alterations to all elevations and all associated site works

14 Glenard Road , Salthill , Galway CityGalway City Council
21 Aug 2026
2660307N/A

Permission for development which consists of: The demolition of an existing single-storey side porch attached to the existing dwelling house, and the construction of a new 2 bedroom, detached single-storey dwelling (c. 81 sq.m) located to the side and rear of the existing two-storey dwelling at 2 Dangan Court, Newcastle, Galway, H91 K6DR. The proposed development will utilise the existing site entrance and access arrangements and includes all associated site development, landscaping, drainage, and ancillary works

2 Dangan Court , Newcastle , Co.GalwayGalway City Council
21 Aug 2026
2660442N/A

construction of a town house. The application will also include connections to existing services and the demolishing of existing toilets and front facade of existing motor stores

Main Street , Moate , Co. WestmeathWestmeath County Council
21 Aug 2026
2660464N/A

to install an Astro Turf Pitch, perimeter fencing and flood lighting at St. Mary’s National School, Townparks, Ballyhaise. Works to include provision of car parking area, the partial demolition of existing rear entrance and the widening of same and all ancillary and associated site works

St. Mary’s National School , Townparks , BallyhaiseCavan County Council
20 Aug 2026
2661554N/A

DEMOLITION OF EXISTING TWO STOREY DWELLING WITH MICA AND REINSTATEMENT OF A TWO STOREY DWELLING INCLUDING UPDATES TO DESIGN

5 THE RECTORY , FAHAN , LIFFORD PODonegal County Council
20 Aug 2026
2661553N/A

(1) DEMOLITION OF EXISTING TWO-STOREY EXTENSION TO THE REAR OF DWELLING AND (2) CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW EXTENSION TO THE SIDE (SOUTH) AND REAR (WEST) OF THE EXISTING DWELLING CONSISTING OF AN ACCESSIBLE BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE, WC AND UTILITY, CONNECTION TO EXISTING ON-SITE SERVICES AND ALL ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS

LACKAGH , PORTNOO , DONEGAL PODonegal County Council
20 Aug 2026
2660811N/A

the demolition of existing front boundary wall and entrance, permission to construct new front boundary wall and entrance, permission to construct new domestic garage and permission to de-commission existing septic tank and replace with new waste water treatment system and percolation area. RETENTION PERMISSION for two sheds, PERMISSION to demolish the two sheds, and RETENTION PERMISSION for the change to front elevation of dwelling consisting of removal of front door opening, and for retention permission for the demolition of entrance pier and retention permission to retain removal of front boundary hedgerow and trees and associated site works

Ballywilliam , Ballyporeen , Co. TipperaryTipperary County Council
20 Aug 2026
2661540N/A

DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DEFECTIVE CONCRETE BLOCK DWELLING HOUSE AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW REPLACEMENT DWELLING HOUSE AND ALL ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS

GIBLIN , RASHENNEY , BALLYLIFFEN LIFFORD PODonegal County Council
19 Aug 2026
2661409N/A

for renovation and proposed amendments to an existing derelict house/shed building which includes proposing a change of use of the shed area to dwelling use by extending into the attached barn/shed. The Permission sought is to include demolition of derelict annex to the building and the removal of a nearby slatted shed/haybarn and all proposed associated services including an upgrade to wastewater tank and percolation

Killeen , Loughrea , GalwayGalway County Council
19 Aug 2026
2661410N/A

for the demolition of an existing dwelling and for the construction of 4 no. 3 bed townhouses and all associated works

Killaloonty Townparks (2nd Division) , Tuam , Co .GalwayGalway County Council
19 Aug 2026
2660301N/A

Permission for development which consists of: We, Cairn Homes Properties Ltd, intend to apply for Permission for development at this site (c. 3.93 ha.) Tuam Road, Castlegar, Galway. The development will consist of: 1. The demolition of the existing structures on site (c. 707.61 sq. m). 2. Construction of 85 no. residential units across 8,738 sq. m. gross internal floor area (GIA) comprising of: a. 61 no. houses (6 no. 2-bed, 51 no. 3-bed and 4 no. 4-bed); and b. 24 no. duplex units (12 no. 2-bed and 12 no. 3-bed) 3. Construction of a creche (c. 130.6 sq. m.) 4. Construction of a new internal spine road including cycle track and pedestrian footpath from the Tuam Road (N83) for future connection to School Road; 5. Provision of a bus stop and turning facility; 6. Upgrade of the existing junction between the Tuam Road (N83) and City North Business Park to a signalised junction, including the provision of a fourth arm connecting to the proposed internal spine road. 7. Extension of the existing footpath along the Tuam Road (N83) frontage to connect into the existing pedestrian network and upgrade works at the School Road (L5040)/Tuam Road (N83) junction. 8. Provision of an ESB substation 9. The provision of hard and soft landscaping and boundary treatments 10. All associated surface water, watermain and foul water drainage services and connections (including nature-based drainage solution) and all associated site works and ancillary services necessary to facilitate the proposed development. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been submitted along with this Planning Application

Tuam Road , Castlegar , GalwayGalway City Council
19 Aug 2026
2660564N/A

Permission will consist of :1. Demolition of existing buildings. 2. Construction of new car park including designated areas for temporary mobile medical units. 3. All associated site works.

30 Windmill Road , Drogheda , Co. LouthLouth County Council
19 Aug 2026
SD26B/0377WValid

The replacement of the existing hipped roof with a gable roof, with solar panels to the rear and removal of the existing chimney to the front. Other works include a replacement porch canopy to the front entrance; modifications to window openings on the west-facing side gable, along with a new window; provision of a new window and a new ground floor door on the east-facing gable; external insulation to the front, sides and rear of the property; internal modifications to the existing house; external landscaping, including modifications to boundary walls and railings, widening the driveway entrance, a proposed shed; and miscellaneous other works. To the ground floor rear, the existing pitched roof kitchen will be demolished and a mono-pitch extension built to the rear / side.

18, Berryfield, Finnstown Priory, Lucan, K78 EW70South Dublin County Council
19 Aug 2026
2660809N/A

the demolition of 1 no. house sub-structure and the construction of 2 no. two-storey semi-detached dwelling houses, site entrances and ancillary site works

Rosehill Estate , Clonbealy , NewportTipperary County Council
19 Aug 2026
2660631N/A

the following works to my existing single storey dwelling house: The works will consist of the following: The demolition of the existing single storey extension and rear wall to the north, the existing flat roof to the west, the existing 2 no. chimney stacks to the existing dwelling house and the 4 no. single storey outhouses located to the north of the site. The alterations, modifications & refurbishment Works to include the installation of 2 no. new windows to the east and west elevations, the blocking up of 2 no. windows to the south and north elevations, the alteration to 4 no. window to the south elevation and the alteration and extension to the existing pitched roof together with external insulation .Full Planning Permission is also sought for the following works; the construction of a new single storey & storey and a half extension and single storey garage to the north of the existing dwelling house together with the decommissioning and removal of the existing septic tank and percolation area and the installation of a new tertiary treatment system and infiltration treatment system together with all ancillary and associated site works.

Sheskin , Stradbally , Co. WaterfordWaterford City and County Council
19 Aug 2026
2660632N/A

The development will consist of: 1. The demolition of an existing out-house. 2. Renovations and alterations to the existing derelict dwelling, to include elevational changes and an increase in the roof height of the existing structure. 3. The construction of a new storey and a half extension to the western side of the existing dwelling. 4. The installation of a proprietary wastewater treatment system and associated percolation area. 5. New driveway and proposed entrance to the proposed dwelling site to increase sightlines. 6. All associated and ancillary site works.

Kilmacomma , Clonmel , Co. WaterfordWaterford City and County Council
19 Aug 2026
2660735N/A

demolition of existing extension to rear of existing dwelling, construction of new rear extension, new internal layout arrangement in existing dwelling, modifications to the existing windows to the front of the existing dwelling, new Velux windows to front of existing dwelling and associate works

Lake Villa , Sea View Avenue , ArklowWicklow County Council
19 Aug 2026
2660738N/A

change of use and extension of the existing garage, including the provision of a new roof; the demolition of the existing side extension and its replacement with a new single-storey side extension to the existing dwelling, the widening of one existing vehicular entrance gate to the front of the dwelling, the modification of the second existing vehicular entrance gate to reduce the vehicular opening and provide a pedestrian entrance, and all associated site development works necessary to facilitate the proposed development.

Parkmore , Moneystown , RoundwoodWicklow County Council
19 Aug 2026
2660741N/A

the retention of the external walls of two unauthorized residential units, demolition of all internal walls including the party wall, changes to front façade, change of use to a domestic garage and all associated site development works

69a , Richmond Park , BrayWicklow County Council
19 Aug 2026
D26A/0617/WEBAssessment Period

Demolition of the existing single storey structure to the side of the existing h

17, Weston Park, Churchtown Upper, Dublin 14, D14F382Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council
18 Aug 2026
2660556N/A

demolish existing house & sheds & erection of 6 no. 2 bed elder living houses, plant building, ancillary carpark, bin store, site entrance alterations & associated site works

Bishopswood Road Droughill , Portarlington , Co LaoisLaois County Council
18 Aug 2026
2661039N/A

the proposed development consists of: A) Treatment Process Upgrades: i) Introduction of tertiary treatment on final water to improve water quality, comprising activated carbon dosing, a contact tank, a batching system, and dual storage silos; ii) Interconnecting pipelines; and iii) Sludge Treatment Enhancements comprising: a) Construction of two new washwater recovery tanks; b) Installation of new sludge pumps, return pipelines and decant systems; c) Construction of a new sludge thickening tank; d) Installation of a second sludge plate press and upgraded feed pumps; e) Extension of the sludge dewatering building; f) Replacement and upsizing of sludge pipelines. B) General Site Improvements: i) Upgrades to walkways, stairs, footpaths, and general safe access areas; ii) Improved chemical storage facilities (additional tank) with enhanced ventilation and heating; iii) Refurbishment of the backwash/blower room and relocation of electrical panels; iv) Installation of ground mounted and rooftop solar PV panels to reduce energy consumption and enhance sustainability; and v) Demolition of existing flocculation tank

Staleen Water Treatment Plant , Stalleen , Donore Co. MeathMeath County Council
18 Aug 2026
2661041N/A

the construction of 68 no. ”Age Friendly” (Independent living for over 55’s) residential units to include: Block A – 4 storey apartment block consisting of a total of 35 units comprising 17No 1 bedroom units , 18No 2 bedroom units, ESB Switch room, plant room , laundry room , storage room, secure bicycle storage and communal bin store. Block B – 5 Storey apartment block consisting of a total of 33 units comprising 13No 1 bedroom units, 20No 2 bedroom units, Communal day room , kitchen, management office, storage room, plant room , secure bicycle storage, communal bin store, community care room , GP on-site consultation room and for the demolition of existing two storey dwelling house and all associated site works to include for permission for alterations to existing roadside boundary and associated footpath to accommodate the subject development

Castle Street and Killegland Street , Killegland Townland , Ashbourne Co. MeathMeath County Council
18 Aug 2026
2660804N/A

renovations to include 1. two new bay windows and changes to the front door ope and canopy type porch with two new front columns on the ground floor front elevation, new sliding sash type windows to the 1st and 2nd floor front elevation, 2. alterations to rear elevation to include demolition of the existing rear extensions and construction of new steel balcony at 1st floor level with access doors to same from the first floor and alterations to existing window and door opes as shown on the plans provided, 3. existing external plaster to be hacked down and new lime render external plaster to be provided throughout

The Square , Fethard , Co. TipperaryTipperary County Council
18 Aug 2026

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