Dun Riada, Bonavalley, Athlone
Reconstruction and extension of a partially demolished B&B bungalow in Athlone, plus retention of the partial demolition.
22403 · Westmeath County Council · Lodged 9 August 2022
- Reference
- 22403
- Authority
- Westmeath County Council
- Register status
- Decided
- Type
- PERMISSION
- Received
- 9 August 2022
Summary
AI-generatedThe application seeks permission to reconstruct a partially demolished 6-bedroom B&B bungalow with a basement. It includes ground and basement floor extensions totaling approximately 80 sq.m, internal layout revisions to add ensuites, and retention permission for the partial demolition of the original 226 sq.m structure.
- Floor area
- 80 m²
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Official record
Development description
- Reconstruction of part demolished existing b & b bungalow type dwelling with basement to match existing together with proposed rear extensions at ground and basement floor levels. The proposed 35.70 sq. M extension to the rear of existing ground floor level to consist of 1 no. New bedroom & ensuite (number
- Together with extended kitchen, dining and living areas, along with revised internal layout providing new ensuite bathrooms with windows to each existing bedrooms ( 6 number). The proposed 44.32 sq. M extension to the existing basement floor level to consist of new storage area, utility and laundry room. New external retaining walls and access steps to basement area together with on-site parking, recessed entrance gates, landscaping and all associated site works. Retention permission for part demolition of existing 6-bedroom b & b bungalow type dwelling with basement (circa 226 sq. M) together with all associated site works
Land-use zoning
What this land is zoned for
“Support high quality residential consolidation and sustainable intensification at appropriate locations in a manner that does not impact negatively on the amenities or character of an area.”
National zoning type: Existing residential
Objective set by the ATLAP 2014-2020 (2014–2025). The planning authority decides each application on its own merits — this is the zoning context, not a compliance assessment.
Read the zoning objectives in the development planBuilt & sold
What happened next
Beyond the decision: whether this development was built, and what property here has sold for.
Built — construction complete
A commencement notice records works starting on 31 July 2023.
Notified floor area: 298.5 m²
Recent sales nearby
within 500 m| Address | Date | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Wellmount, Student Village, Athlone | May 2025 | €170,000 | 132 m |
| 32 Wellmount Student Village, Dublin Rd, Athlone | Mar 2026 | €190,000 | 144 m |
| 19 Wellmount Village, Dublin Rd, Athlone | Apr 2026 | €190,000 | 158 m |
| Apt 24 Wellmount, Student Accommodation, Athlone | Apr 2026 | €190,000 | 161 m |
| 44 Retreat Heights, Athlone, Westmeath | Nov 2025 | €280,000 | 168 m |
| Lia Fail, Moor View, Athlone | Jun 2025 | €375,000 | 171 m |
| 35 Retreat Heights, Athlone, Westmeath | Aug 2025 | €320,000 | 200 m |
| Curry, Brideswell, Athlone | Aug 2025 | €62,500 | 207 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 received9 August 2022
- Further information requested30 September 2022
- Further information received28 March 2023
- Decision due24 April 2023
- Decision issued24 April 2023
- Grant issued30 May 2023
- Permission expiry29 May 2028
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