Meath Couple Mount High Court Challenge Over €683,000 Demolition Bill
Friday 23 October 2026
A Meath couple has initiated High Court proceedings against a local council seeking to recover a €683,000 bill for demolishing a home built without planning permission.
A Meath couple has challenged a local council in the High Court over the demolition of a home built without planning permission.
The proceedings were initiated by Rose and Chris Murray after the local authority carried out the demolition of the unauthorised dwelling.
In the dispute, the council is seeking to recoup the costs of the demolition works, presenting the couple with a €683,000 bill for the action taken.
The legal challenge places the local authority's enforcement measures and associated cost recovery claims before the High Court.