Wicklow rooftop sauna planning application faces fire safety setback
Sunday 6 September 2026
Wicklow County Council was poised to approve permission for Bray's Seawater Saunas before the chief fire officer raised concerns over emergency exits.
A planning application for a rooftop sauna in Bray has faced a setback after Wicklow's chief fire officer raised safety concerns over emergency exits.
Wicklow County Council was reportedly poised to grant planning permission for the development of Bray’s Seawater Saunas. However, the approval process has been stalled following a formal intervention by the chief fire officer.
The safety objection focuses on the emergency exit provisions for the thriving rooftop facility. The council's decision on the planning application remains pending as these safety issues are addressed.