Tonylion, Kilnaleck, Co. Cavan
Change of use of part of a kitchen showroom to a Montessori and crèche.
16479 · Cavan County Council · Lodged 12 October 2016
- Reference
- 16479
- Authority
- Cavan County Council
- Register status
- Invalid or incomplete
- Type
- PERMISSION
- Received
- 12 October 2016
Summary
AI-generatedThe application seeks to convert a portion of an existing kitchen showroom into a Montessori and crèche. The works will include internal alterations, an extended secure playground, car parking, and signage.
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Official record
Development description
For change of use of portion of existing kitchen showroom to montessori/crèche to include (1) internal alterations and layout (2) extend secure playground, (3) car parking (4) signage and all ancillary site works
Land-use zoning
What this land is zoned for
“Provide for appropriate mixed-use development within the development envelopes of small towns and villages of the county.”
National zoning type: Built up area
Objective set by the Cavan County Development Plan incorporating a Local Area Plan for Cavan Town 2022-2028 (2022–2028). The planning authority decides each application on its own merits — this is the zoning context, not a compliance assessment.
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What happened next
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Recent sales nearby
within 500 m| Address | Date | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Cul Luna, Kilnaleck, Cavan | Aug 2025 | €195,000 | 418 m |
| 8 Fairview, Kilnaleck, Co. Cavan | Mar 2026 | €130,000 | 482 m |
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Key dates
Timeline
- Application received12 October 2016
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