Planning Permission Ireland
GrantedExtensionDecided 1 August 2023

Bunowen, Louisburgh, Co. Mayo

Revisions to a previously approved extension and alteration of a cottage in Louisburgh, including demolition and reconstruction.

23247 · Mayo County Council · Lodged 5 May 2023

Reference
23247
Authority
Mayo County Council
Register status
Decided
Type
PERMISSION
Received
5 May 2023
Residential units
1
Floor area
226 m²

Summary

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The application seeks revisions to a previously approved development. It includes the demolition and reconstruction of the existing cottage structure and shed, alongside a new single-storey rear extension, internal alterations, and a new effluent treatment system.

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Official record

Development description

  • Revisions to a previously approved application (ref. P22/579 granted 2nd october 2022) for extension and alteration of the existing single-storey dwelling including: demolition of the existing rear extension; construction of a new single-storey extension to the rear of the existing dwelling comprising living, bedroom and bathroom accommodation; internal alterations and renovations to the existing dwelling. The proposed revisions comprise demolition and reconstruction of the existing cottage structure and shed as well as a new extension to the rear as previously approved (total floor area
  • 226m2); minor revisions to the position of the proposed dwelling within the site whilst retaining footprint and appearance of original cottage; minor alterations to the approved internal layout of the proposed dwelling; replacement (as approved) of the existing septic tank with a new proprietary effluent treatment system discharging to an on-site polishing filter; associated site works and landscaping not impacting on the house, its setting or entry from the public road

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Recent sales nearby

within 500 m
Residential Property Price Register sales within 500 metres of this site
AddressDatePriceDistance
4 The Crannogs, Bunowen, LouisburghJun 2026€310,000188 m
1 The Heathers, Louisburgh, County MayoDec 2025€355,000264 m
19 The Turlings, Louisburgh, MayoJun 2026€400,000286 m
3 The Turlings, Louisburgh, MayoJan 2025€430,000374 m
1 Cluain Craobh, Bunowen, LouisburghJul 2025€290,000413 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

  1. Application received5 May 2023
  2. Further information requested28 June 2023
  3. Further information received6 July 2023
  4. Decision due2 August 2023
  5. Decision issued1 August 2023
  6. Grant issued1 September 2023
  7. Permission expiry31 August 2028

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