GrantedAlterationsDecided 28 April 2026

Merlin College, Doughiska Road, Galway

Installation of a freestanding canopy structure at Merlin College.

2660064 · Galway City Council · Lodged 4 March 2026

Reference: 2660064
Authority: Galway City Council
Register status: Decided
Type: PERMISSION
Received: 4 March 2026

Summary

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Permission is sought to install a steel-framed freestanding canopy with clear polycarbonate roof panels within the school grounds. The structure will measure approximately 8.55m in length, 6m in projection, and 3.5m in height.

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Official record

Development description

Permission for development which consists of: the development will consist of the installation of a freestanding canopy structure within the existing school grounds. The structure will comprise a steel-framed canopy with clear polycarbonate roof panels, finished in ral 7016 anthracite grey, measuring approximately 8.55? M in length, 6.00? M in projection, and 3.50? M in height. The canopy will be supported on steel columns with associated foundations and all associated site development works

Land-use zoning

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Community Culture and InstitutionalCI

“To provide for institutional and community facility use”

National zoning type: Community facilities

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within 500 m

Residential Property Price Register sales within 500 metres of this site
Address	Date	Price	Distance
185 Tur Uisce, Merlin Park, Galway	Jan 2025	€275,000	132 m
187 Tur Uisce, Doughiska, Galway	Feb 2026	€375,000	142 m
105 Tur Uisce, Doughiska, Galway	Oct 2025	€431,000	145 m
117 Tur Uisce, Doughiska, Galwaynot full market price	Apr 2026	€360,000	145 m
188 Tur Uisce, Doughiska, Galway	Oct 2025	€330,000	146 m
167 Coill Tire, Doughiska, Galway	Jun 2026	€395,000	150 m
169 Coill Tire, Doughiska, Galway	Jun 2026	€300,000	158 m
140 Coill Tire, Doughiska, Galway	Oct 2025	€380,000	168 m

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Key dates

Timeline

Application received4 March 2026
Decision due28 April 2026
Decision issued28 April 2026
Grant issued9 June 2026
Permission expiry8 June 2031

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