School Road , Castlegar , Galway

Aug 24 2024

Application Received

Oct 03 2024

Further Info. Requested

Nov 22 2024

Further Info. Received

Dec 13 2024

Decision

Dec 19 2024

Decision Due

Jan 28 2025

Granted

Jan 27 2030

Expiry (if required)

Submitted: 24 / 08 / 2024
Galway City Council
Application Type:
RETENTION
Application Status:
APPLICATION FINALISED
Council Decision:
CONDITIONAL (Granted)

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Development Description:

Permission for development which consists of; (i) Permission to convert the attached garage to a granny flat on the existing dwelling. (ii) Permission for a Porch Structure to the Front Elevation of the existing dwelling. (iii) Retention of the converted attic storage space to habitable accommodation with roof windows on the existing dwelling. (iv) Permission for additional windows and dormer window structure on the existing dwelling (v) Permission for the installation of a new proprietary effluent treatment system & percolation area to replace the old style septic tank system on her property at School Road, Castlegar, Galway, H91 W9FW.

Nearby Applications:

Distance:	Received:	Decision:	Development Address:	Development Description:
1.5km	23/06/2026	N/A	Ceathrú an Bhrúnaigh , Carrowbrowne Galway , Co. Galway	for a dwelling house, domestic garage, on-site wastewater treatment system and all ancillary works	Details...
2.7km	17/06/2026	N/A	Cluain Mhic Cáinín , Castlegar , Co Galway	of (1) an independent living unit at the rear of the dwelling, (2) an existing domestic garage. Permission is also sought to upgrade the existing septic tank & percolation area which serves both the existing dwelling house & the independent living unit	Details...
2.3km	23/03/2026	CONDITIONAL	Brockagh , IDA Parkmore East Business & Technology Park , Parkmore East Co. Galway	for proposed development comprises a biodiversity enhancement scheme undertaken within three existing open spaces (referred to as Zones) of the Business Park, to include: (i) improved access to, and provision of seating to all Zones (1, 2 & 3); (ii) the implementation of a comprehensive biodiversity enhancement strategy to all Zones (1, 2 & 3); (iii) the provision of an outdoor gym and exercise area, and related signage at Zone 3; (iv) the installation of entrance signage, biodiversity-related signage and interpretive display board at all Zones (1, 2 & 3); (v) the creation of 4 no. rain gardens at Zone 3; and all associated site works	Details...
2.6km	20/02/2026	CONDITIONAL	An Poll Caoin Killeen , McHugh's Bar & Restaurant Killeen , Castlegar Co. Galway	for; a) changes & extension to existing parking areas, b) extension to existing bar/restaurant areas, c) changes to northern elevation, d) newly raised roof to southern dining room annex, e) provision of covered beer garden to rear plus permission for; f) first floor extension to existing bar/restaurant to provide staff accommodation ancillary to existing usage	Details...
2.7km	10/12/2025	REFUSED	Cluain Mhic Cáinín , Castlegar , Co Galway	of 2 existing domestic garages/turf sheds including all associated works and services	Details...
900m	20/11/2025	REFUSED	Castlegar , Co. , Galway	Permission for development which consists of: the proposed development will consist of the construction of a 3-metre-high block wall along the side and rear property boundaries, together with all associated ancillary site works	Details...
2.2km	29/10/2025	CONDITIONAL	Brockagh , Abalta National School , Parkmore East	for the retention of an existing single storey building and also the installation of a newsingle-storey building. The modular building will consist of 2no. classrooms and associated facilities	Details...
2.8km	05/09/2025	CONDITIONAL	Ceathrú an Bhrúnaigh , Headford Rd , Carrowbrowne Co Galway	to erect a 30m high telecommunications lattice tower together with antennas, dishes and associated equipment all enclosed within a fenced compound	Details...
2.2km	27/08/2025	N/A	Brockagh , Abalta National School Parkmore East , Galway	of an existing single storey modular building and also the installation of a new single-storey modular building. The modular building will consist of 2 no. classrooms and associated facilities	Details...
2.3km	11/07/2025	CONDITIONAL	An Poll Caoin , Polkeen , Castlegar	of existing dwelling, permission for proposed changes to existing front elevation, proposed extension to existing dwelling & changes to layout of existing dwelling, all on revised site boundaries. Gross floor space of proposed works: 69.00 sqm(extension). Retention: 182 sqm(H)	Details...
1.3km	23/06/2025	CONDITIONAL	An Poll Caoin , Castlegar , Co. Galway	to construct a new dwelling house with wastewater treatment plant, polishing filter, domestic garage and all associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 223 sqm(H), 30.00 sqm(G)	Details...
850m	20/06/2025	CONDITIONAL	Headford Rd , Ballindooley , Galway	Permission for development which consists of: I, Eamon O’Reilly, intend to apply for permission for development on lands on the Headford Rd, Ballindooly, Galway, Land Folio No. GY3415, located to the rear of my private dwelling. THE DEVELOPMENT CONSISTS OF: Demolition of the existing, unauthorized shed/structure on the site (gross floor area 136.70m2) and construction of a new single storey shed with a gross floor area 34.18m2. New temporary landscaping will also be provided. The structure is/will be used for the storage of items related to the occupation of the applicant’s adjacent family dwelling, including storage of domestic property. The application is for a temporary planning permission for a period of up to 3 no. years.	Details...
2km	18/06/2025	CONDITIONAL	Brockagh , Parkmore West Parkmore , Galway	for the demolition of existing single storey locker and shower area and replaced by the construction of a new two storey extension comprising of toilets, showers and locker rooms at ground floor and first floor plantroom area, and the demolition of an existing single storey canteen store and replaced by the construction of new single storey extension for a canteen store and associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 500.00 sqm. Gross floor space of demolition: 182.60 sqm	Details...
2.2km	28/05/2025	CONDITIONAL	Brockagh , Site 5 IDA Business Park Vulcan House Ballybrit , Parkmore East Co. Galway	for: 1. Construct a new medical research and development facility associated with existing facilities on the site. 2. Omit 31 No. car parking spaces from the existing site, and 3. connection to existing services alone with all associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 592.00 sqm	Details...
720m	19/05/2025	CONDITIONAL	Bóthar an Chóiste , in the townlands of Castlegar and Ballinfoil , Galway	Permission for development which consists of: We, Lock House Developments Limited (the applicant), intend to apply to Galway City Council for permission for a Large-Scale Residential Development. The site extends to 4.626 ha on lands located to the north of Bóthar an Chóiste (also known as Bóthar na Cóiste), in the townlands of Castlegar and Ballinfoil (also known as Ballinfoile), Galway. The application is being made under the provisions of the Planning and Development (Amendment) (Large Scale Residential Development) Act 2021. The proposed development will consist of the following: 1) Demolition of an existing house (124.6 m²), a ruined outbuilding (42.8 m²), and a ruined dwelling (41.7 m²) 2) Construction of 168 no. residential units comprising: i. 70 no. two storey houses (36 no. two-beds, 26 no. three-beds, 8 no. four-beds), ii. 2 no. apartment blocks comprising 54 no. apartments (27 no. one-beds, 27 no. two-beds), iii. 44 no. duplex units (19 no. one-beds, 25 no. two-beds). 3) Development of a two-storey creche facility (c. 300 sqm), associated outdoor play areas and parking. 4) Provision of all associated surface water and foul drainage services and connections including pumping station with all associated site works and ancillary services. 5) The upgrade of the existing Bóthar an Chóiste road from the proposed development to the junction at L5041 consisting of road improvements, road widening and junction re-alignment. 6) Pedestrian, cyclist, and vehicular links throughout the development and access to Bóthar an Chóiste, and pedestrian and cyclist link to the adjacent Greenway route. 7) Provision of Bat Boxes, a Native Hedgerow Corridor (biodiversity and pollinator friendly) along the northern boundary, and the provision of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) features. 8) Provision of shared communal and private open space, site landscaping and public lighting, resident and visitor parking including electric vehicle charging points, bicycle parking spaces, and all associated site development works. The application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement (NIS).	Details...
2.1km	14/05/2025	REFUSED	Ceathrú an Bhrúnaigh , Co. Galway	to construct a private dwelling house, domestic garage, a proprietary effluent treatment system, and ancillary site development works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 258.85 sqm(G), 32.49 sqm(G)	Details...
900m	07/05/2025	CONDITIONAL	Castlegar , Galway , Galway	Permission for development which consists of: the retention of revisions to development previously approved under PL Ref No. 21/14 including the following: revised material finishes to buildings & boundary treatments, revisions to building elevations including window & door opening sizes & positions, increased overall building height & change to roof profile, increase in floor area of house 02, and all associated works.	Details...
2.8km	02/05/2025	REFUSED	Breanloughaun , Briarhill , Galway	for the construction of a residential development comprising of 58 no. units. The development will consist of 28 no. houses and 30 no. apartments. The proposed mix of houses will comprise of; 10 no. four bed semi-detached 2 storey houses, 10 no. three bed semi-detached 2 storey houses, 2 no. four bed terraced 3 storey houses, 6 no. two bed terraced 2 storey houses. The proposed mix of 30 no. apartments will be accommodated within 3 building Blocks as follows; Duplex Block A (4 no. units within a 2 ½ storey building), comprising of 1 no. one bed apartment and 3 no. two bed apartments, Duplex Block B (6 no. units with a 2 storey building), comprising of 1 no. 1 bed apartment and 5 no. two bed apartments, Apartment block (20 no. units within a 3 storey building to the north/ rear of the site), comprising of 7 no. 1 bed apartments and 13 no. two bed apartments, The proposed development also includes; Provision of public open space (including a playground), private open space, bicycle parking, bin stores, footpaths, public lighting, landscaping, signage and revised boundary treatments. Provision of residential carparking including a proportion of electric charging spaces and ducting to all spaces for future electric charging points. Extension and alterations to existing access road off R339 Monivea road, together with provision for possible future access connections to adjoining lands. Provision for ESB Substation. Connection to existing mains water mains infrastructure, provision of on-site pumping station and connection and extension of foul drainage network to connect to the public sewer, including on site surface water attenuation to serve the development. Proposal for adjoining Briarhill National School to connect to the proposed foul sewer with associated decommissioning of the existing sewage treatment plant, together with all associated site works and services. Gross floor space of proposed works: 3,485.00 sqm	Details...
2.7km	25/02/2025	CONDITIONAL	Cluain Mhic Cáinín , Castlegar , Co Galway	ref no 21/2163, to construct a dwelling house and septic tank with percolation area including all associated works and services	Details...
2.8km	20/02/2025	CONDITIONAL	Gort An Chalaidh , Co. Galway	for the construction of new dwelling and garage with wastewater treatment system and associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 240.40 sqm(house), 39.60 sqm(garage)	Details...

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