Planning Permission Ireland
GrantedChange of useDecided 4 April 2025

Carron Research Station, Fahee, Carron Co Clare V95 CY89

Refurbishment and partial change of use of the Carron Research Station.

2560055 · Clare County Council · Lodged 12 February 2025

Reference
2560055
Authority
Clare County Council
Register status
Decided
Type
PERMISSION
Received
12 February 2025

Summary

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The proposal includes minor modifications to building elevations, universal access upgrades, and the construction of a plant room and storage shed. It also involves a material change of use of dormitory accommodation to research labs, offices, and a self-contained two-bedroom apartment.

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Development description

For the refurbishment and partial change of use of the existing carron research station at fahee, carron, co clare. The proposed works will include minor modifications to the building elevations, modifications to the entrance for universal access, construction of a plant room and a standalone storage shed, provision of pv panels, material change of use of existing dormitory accommodation to research labs/offices and a self-contained 2 bedroom apartment, widening of the existing entrance, provision of ev accessible parking and all associated works. The site is located in close proximity to the east burren complex special area of conservation (sac) and a natura impact statement (nis) has been prepared and will be submitted to the planning authority with the planning application

Key dates

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  1. Application received12 February 2025
  2. Decision due8 April 2025
  3. Decision issued4 April 2025
  4. Grant issued15 May 2025
  5. Permission expiry14 May 2030

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