Epworth Hall Main Street, Knocknamoe, Abbeyleix
Demolition of modern extensions and construction of a single-storey extension at Epworth Hall, a protected structure.
2360442 · Laois County Council · Lodged 20 October 2023
- Reference
- 2360442
- Authority
- Laois County Council
- Register status
- Decided
- Type
- PERMISSION
- Received
- 20 October 2023
Summary
AI-generatedThe project involves the demolition of a temporary toilet block, modern extensions, and a rear shed at Epworth Hall. A new single-storey flat-roof extension will be built to the rear, alongside internal alterations to provide toilets, stairs, and a first-floor mezzanine gallery.
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Official record
Development description
Demolish existing temporary toilet/storage block (and associated timber fencing/gate) to side of epworth hall (being a protected structure rps 072/niah reg. No. 12900724),demolition of existing modern extensions and shed to rear of same, construction of proposed single storey flat roof extension to the rear comprising of new meeting room/parent room/stores, internal alterations to same (comprising of the provision of toilets and associated services), stairs and first floor mezzanine (gallery) and all associated works
Land-use zoning
What this land is zoned for
“To protect and enhance the special physical and social character of the existing town centre and to provide for and improve retailing and commercial activities.”
National zoning type: City/Town/village Centre, central area
Objective set by the LAOIS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2021-2027 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 De Vesci Court, Abbeyleix, Laoisnot full market price | May 2025 | €80,460 | 270 m |
| 33 De Vesci Hill, Abbeyleix, Co Laoisprice excludes VAT | Apr 2025 | €405,286 | 285 m |
| 32 De Vesci Hill, Abbeyleix, Co Laoisprice excludes VAT | Apr 2025 | €405,286 | 297 m |
| The Bungalow, Ballnakill Road, Abbeyleix | Feb 2026 | €290,000 | 312 m |
| Hill Cottage, Abbeyleix, Co Laois | May 2025 | €194,000 | 473 m |
| Upper Main St, Abbeyleix, Portlaoise | Dec 2025 | €640,000 | 485 m |
Nearby properties, not this site — a guide to local values.
Sources: Building Control Management System (commencement notices) and the Residential Property Price Register, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Records are matched to this application by location and may not be exhaustive; always confirm against the official source before relying on them.
Key dates
Timeline
- Application received20 October 2023
- Further information requested6 December 2023
- Further information received16 April 2024
- Decision due13 June 2024
- Decision issued13 June 2024
- Appeal submitted9 July 2024
- Appeal decided23 April 2025
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