Former Connacht Tribune Printworks , 15 Market Street , Galway

Sep 13 2024

Application Received

Nov 04 2024

Further Info. Requested

Aug 29 2025

Further Info. Received

Sep 24 2025

Decision

Sep 25 2025

Decision Due

Oct 17 2025

Appeal Submitted

Feb 11 2026

Appeal Decision

Feb 25 2026

Granted

Feb 24 2031

Expiry (if required)

Submitted: 13 / 09 / 2024
Galway City Council
Application Type:
PERMISSION
Application Status:
APPEALED FINANCIAL
Council Decision:
CONDITIONAL (Granted)

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Development Description:

Permission for development which consists of; Permission for development at the former Connacht Tribune printworks (part of a protected structure), 15 Market Street, Galway, H91 TCX3, comprising: change of use of former printworks and associated areas to indoor licenced food hall / market and dining space (and associated outdoor space / use), with ancillary use as an occasional event space, along with all associated and ancillary works and development.

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Appeal Decision: CONDITIONAL
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