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Rathregan, Batterstown, Co. Meath

Retention and refurbishment of a cottage, demolition of a boot room, and construction of a large extension.

2660538 · Meath County Council · Lodged 7 May 2026

Reference
2660538
Authority
Meath County Council
Register status
Invalid or incomplete
Type
PERMISSION
Received
7 May 2026
Residential units
1
Floor area
325 m²

Summary

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The project involves the retention and refurbishment of an existing single-storey cottage and the removal of a 14 sq.m boot room. A new part two-storey, part single-storey extension of 325 sq.m will be constructed, featuring four bedrooms, living areas, and landscaping.

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Storeys
2

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Official record

Development description

The development will involve the following works: (i) retention and refurbishment of existing single storey pitched roof cottage (ii) removal of an existing non-original boot room extension (14 sq. M), (iii) removal of existing metal field gate, (iv) construction of a new part two-storey, part single-storey extension (325 sq. M) comprising four bedrooms, living areas, kitchen, utility room and associated ancillary spaces, (v) external finishes to consist of random coursed stone blockwork with metal roofing, (vi) provision of native hedging along the site perimeter, (vii) native tree planting throughout the garden area. (viii) the development will also include landscaping and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development.

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RA - Rural AreaRU
Rural Area

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

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  1. Application received7 May 2026

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