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Freshford’s Future: 43-Dwelling Housing Development Plans Submitted for Approval in Kilkenny
Freshford is set to see new residential housing development with plans submitted for 43 dwellings to Kilkenny County Council. This comes after a previous application for the same number of dwellings was denied in December 2023 due to concerns over public health risks and traffic safety hazards. The new application includes various housing types and …
Proposed Affordable Modular Housing Solution to Combat Offaly’s Housing Crisis
Affordable Modular Houses Proposed to Tackle Housing Crisis in Offaly In a bid to address the housing crisis, Councillor Tony McCormack has put forward a proposal to provide fully fitted modular houses for individuals on the social housing list at a cost of €150,000 each. While this price excludes site costs, McCormack believes that this …
An Bord Pleanala Grants Planning Permission for 141-Hectare Solar Farm in Clonea Power
An Bord Pleanala Approves Planning Permission for 141-Hectare Solar Farm in Clonea Power An Bord Pleanala has recently granted planning permission for a contentious 141-hectare solar farm project in Clonea Power, following a review of an appeal made against Waterford Council’s decision. This development, spearheaded by BNRG, has sparked community discussions and efforts, including public …
Uncovering Unauthorised Development: Kippure Manor Estate’s Planning Predicament in Wicklow
Update: Wicklow County Council has issued an enforcement notice to the owners of Kippure Manor Estate, mandating the demolition of a large housing development allegedly built without planning permission. The developer, Tondo Limited, has been given five days to cease all construction and 16 weeks to demolish 14 two-storey houses, 51 additional dwelling units, and …
Moy Park-Backed 281,000-Bird Farm Development in Portadown, Co Armagh
Moy Park-Supported Expansion: Planning Application for 148,000-Chicken Farm Extension in Portadown, Co Armagh Ben Fearon has submitted a planning application for the construction of four new broiler poultry sheds at his farm in Portadown, Co Armagh, with the backing of Moy Park. This proposed development aims to significantly increase the farm’s capacity to accommodate a …
Codling Wind Park Updates at Wicklow Public Event
Exclusive Updates on Codling Wind Park Revealed at Public Event in Wicklow The Codling Wind Park development team is set to unveil exclusive updates on its Irish Sea project during a three-day public event in Wicklow in mid-April. This event will provide attendees with the opportunity to explore the final designs of the wind park …
NewsMinister O’Brien’s Proposal: Extending Development Levies Waiver and Water Connection Rebate to Boost Housing Development in Ireland
Minister for Housing, Darragh O’Brien, is set to present plans to prolong the waiver on development levies and the water connection rebate to the Cabinet in the upcoming week. This move is part of a series of initiatives aimed at boosting housing development in Ireland. Let’s delve into the details of the proposed schemes and …
NewsAn Bord Pleanála Approves Clonconane Housing Development with Revised Conditions
An Bord Pleanála (ABP) has recently confirmed the planning approval for a significant housing project in Clonconane, situated on the outskirts of Limerick City. The decision, initially granted to Riverpoint Construction for a development comprising 99 houses, faced appeals from concerned parties regarding various aspects of the project. Following a thorough review, ABP has upheld …
An Bord Pleanála Approves Construction of Four Apartments in Muff
An Bord Pleanála has given the green light for the construction of four apartments in two blocks at Ardmore, Muff, Ireland. Despite objections from locals citing concerns over privacy, residential amenity, and road safety, the development by developer Ultan Doherty has been approved with revised conditions. This article delves into the details of the planning …
Conditional Approval Secured for Limerick’s Former Ryan Hotel Site Development
Council planners have granted conditional permission for a significant apartment development at the former Limerick Ryan hotel site on the northside. Tribeca Asset Management, led by developer Aidan Brooks, has received the green light to convert the six-acre site into a residential complex, comprising 167 apartments at an estimated cost of €80m. This article delves …
Galway City Council’s Rejection on Housing Development and Flood Risk Mitigation
The Galway City Council has recently rejected a significant housing estate development due to concerns over flood risk, leading to the project’s cancellation. This decision has significant implications for the local housing market and highlights the challenges developers face in balancing construction needs with environmental considerations. The Galway City Council’s recent decision to refuse planning …
An Bord Pleanála Greenlights Controversial Castlebar Housing Project Despite Local Opposition
An Bord Pleanála Approves Castlebar Housing Development Amidst Local Objections An Bord Pleanála has recently granted planning permission for a housing development in Castlebar, Ireland, amidst objections from local residents and against the recommendation of its inspector. The approved project includes the construction of townhouses and apartments, despite concerns raised by some regarding various issues …