Headford Rd , Ballindooley , Galway

Jun 20 2025

Application Received

Aug 13 2025

Decision

Aug 14 2025

Decision Due

Sep 29 2025

Granted

Sep 28 2028

Expiry (if required)

Submitted: 20 / 06 / 2025
Galway City Council
Application Type:
PERMISSION
Application Status:
APPLICATION FINALISED
Council Decision:
CONDITIONAL (Granted)

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Development Description:

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.

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