Planning Permission Ireland
GrantedNew dwellingDecided 9 June 2026

Ballygortagh, Summerhill, Co. Meath

Demolition of farm sheds and construction of a new two-storey house and garage in Summerhill.

2561342 · Meath County Council · Lodged 8 December 2025

Reference
2561342
Authority
Meath County Council
Register status
Decided
Type
PERMISSION
Received
8 December 2025

Summary

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The development consists of the demolition of an existing hay/machinery shed and stable block. In its place, a new two-storey dwelling, detached domestic garage, wastewater treatment system, and a new dual entrance for the house and farm access will be constructed.

New dwellingdemolitionone off houserural
Storeys
2

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Development description

The development will consist of demolition of existing hay / machinery shed and stable / loose box shed and construction of two storey dwelling, detached domestic garage, driveway, proprietary waste water treatment system and polishing filter. The development also includes blocking up and re-location of existing agricultural entrance to form new dual entrance for proposed dwelling and access to farm lands, together with all associated siteworks. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application

Land-use zoning

What this land is zoned for

RA - Rural AreaRU
Rural Area

National zoning type: Mixed/general primary sector uses, including 'rural'

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Key dates

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  1. Application received8 December 2025
  2. Further information requested6 February 2026
  3. Further information received13 May 2026
  4. Decision due9 June 2026
  5. Decision issued9 June 2026

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