Planning Permission Ireland
RefusedChange of useDecided 16 March 2026

Courtlough, Balbriggan, Co Dublin, K32RP76

Change of use from a house to a 24/7 residential care facility.

F26A/0038E · Fingal County Council · Lodged 22 January 2026

Reference
F26A/0038E
Authority
Fingal County Council
Register status
Decided
Type
Permission
Received
22 January 2026

Summary

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The application seeks a material change of use of an existing house to a residential care facility providing permanent, 24/7 assisted living. Works will include installing access ramps and balustrades, with no major extensions proposed.

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Development description

The development will consist of a material change of use of the existing residential dwelling to a residential care facility providing permanent accommodation for persons requiring daily assistance. The facility will be staffed on a 24/7 basis. The proposed works include the installation of access ramps and balustrades for compliance with disability access requirements. No extensions or significant alterations are proposed.

Land-use zoning

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Protect and promote in a balanced way, the development of agriculture and rural related enterprise, biodiversity, the rural landscape, and the built and cultural heritage

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Key dates

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  1. Application received22 January 2026
  2. Decision due18 March 2026
  3. Decision issued16 March 2026

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