Fairyhill , Portumna , Co Galway

Sep 26 2024

Application Received

Nov 20 2024

Further Info. Requested

Feb 27 2025

Further Info. Received

Mar 20 2025

Decision

Mar 26 2025

Decision Due

Apr 28 2025

Granted

Apr 27 2030

Expiry (if required)

Submitted: 26 / 09 / 2024
Galway County Council
Application Type:
PERMISSION
Application Status:
APPLICATION FINALISED
Council Decision:
CONDITIONAL (Granted)

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Development Description:

for: (a) the construction of a two storey extension to the rear of an existing single storey dwelling. (b) Demolition of a single storey annex to the rear of the existing dwelling with alteration of the existing roof form from hipped roof to gable roof which shall include for the conversion of the existing attic space to habitable accommodation. Alterations to the existing dwelling shall include for modifications to the internal layout arrangement, minor changes to the exterior, removal of two chimneys and the application of external wall insulation and render to the existing elevations. (c) Demolition of an existing domestic store to the rear of the existing dwelling and construction of a new domestic store in lieu of the demolished building. (d) Provisions for an additional on site car parking space and (e) all associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 199.03 (extension), 6.24 sqm (garage/store). Gross floor space of any demolition: 51.14 sqm

Nearby Applications:

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930m	09/07/2026	N/A	Portumna , Abbey Street , Co. Galway	for change of use of 2 apartments to a singular residential dwelling, minor alterations to front elevation & refurbishment to existing internal dwelling & all associated site works	Details...
430m	05/05/2026	N/A	Portumna , Clonfert Avenue , Co. Galway	for construction of an extension to the side (East) and rear (North) elevations of an existing detached dormer dwelling; demolition of a single storey annex to the side (East) elevation of the existing dwelling with minor elevational alterations to the dwelling; demolition of an existing domestic store to the side of the existing dwelling and construction of a new domestic store in lieu of the demolished building; widening of the existing vehicular access and all associated site works	Details...
810m	18/04/2026	CONDITIONAL	Portumna , Dominic Street , Co. Galway	for the change of use of the existing office/commercial building to residential use, creating one overall residential unit of the current building and all associated site services	Details...
1.4km	19/02/2026	CONDITIONAL	Portumna Demesne , St Josephs road , Co. Galway	for (a) construction of a fixed metal clad spectator shelter & (b) all associated site works	Details...
570m	26/01/2026	CONDITIONAL	Portumna , Dominic Street , Galway	for the construction of a new storage/warehouse facility along with ancillary site works as well as retention permission to existing trade shop entrance	Details...
2.2km	12/12/2025	CONDITIONAL	Portumna , Woodpark , Co. Galway	for renovation and extension of existing house with conversion of existing garage to living space	Details...
670m	21/11/2025	CONDITIONAL	Portumna , Clonfert Avenue , Co. Galway	for 1) change of use of commercial unit to dwelling 2) Minor alterations & refurbishment to existing dwelling & all associated site works	Details...
1.1km	29/09/2025	N/A	Portumna Demesne , Portumna , Co. Galway	for the construction of a car park to accompany the existing on site, to cater for the club and community including and all ancillary services and site works	Details...
760m	22/09/2025	UNCONDITIONAL	Portumna Demense , Portumna , Fairyhill	of planning ref. 19/1287 for developments at; Connaught Harbour to Portumna Bridge, Fairyhill following the ESB flood embankment, through Lough Derg Water Recreation Park, Portumna to Portumna Forest Park, Portumna Demesne, County Galway. The development consists of two Phases, Phase 1: a new multi-use shared leisure route (Blueway), 2.4km in length, with tailored surface finishes, information, directional and safety signage and all other associated ancillary works. The route commences at Portumna Bridge, crosses over the ESB flood bank via a new timber boardwalk, following along the toe of the flood bank connect to Lough Derg Water Recreation Park. A new cycle advisory lane, marked parking bays upgrade to footpaths shall be constructed at Lough Derg Water Recreation. The route continues through adjacent farm land which connects to OPW lands that lead to the existing access road at Portumna Forest Park. Phase 2: a new 8 berth marina, incorporating boat pump-out at Connaught Harbour, the removal of the two existing buildings and construction of a new car parking area. Located at the existing Waterways Ireland works yard at Portumna bridge the three existing building shall be removed, for the construction of a new car parking and amenity area, including a new timber covered space incorporating a bat roost. Existing footpaths shall be repaired where required and a new Toucan road crossing shall be constructed to connect to the Blueway constructed in Phase 1. The proposal will involve works to or within the curtilage of the following protected structures; Portumna Harbour, Fairyhill (RPS 477) and Portumna Castle, Portumna Demesne (PRS 3785). A Natura Impact Statement have been prepared and included as part of the planning application	Details...
1.1km	10/09/2025	REFUSED	Portumna , Saint Brigid's Road , Co. Galway	to construct 13 residential units, comprising of 10 number two storey semi-detached, 2 number single storey semi-detached and 1 number detached single storey dwelling house. The development will also make provision for common car parking for residents and visitors and open green areas, all units to be connected to public services & also to include all associated site works	Details...
170m	05/09/2025	CONDITIONAL	Fairyhill , Portumna , Co. Galway	for the construction of a serviced dwellinghouse, new vehicular entrance and all associated services. The proposed development is adjacent to Palmerstown House, protected structure (RPS No. 3766) as defined by Part IV of the 2000 Planning & Development Act	Details...
2.4km	07/07/2025	CONDITIONAL	Portland , Lorrha , Nenagh	machinery/general purpose store and all associated site work	Details...
1.5km	04/07/2025	CONDITIONAL	Lehinch , Lorrha , Nenagh	(a) the construction of a 2 bay extension with related signage to the existing garage and showroom (Previously permitted under Planning Ref No: 07/510824 and (b) all landscaping, boundary treatments and associated external site works	Details...
320m	26/06/2025	CONDITIONAL	Fairyhill , Portumna , Co. Galway	to construct 1) a new single storey extension to rear of existing house. 2) Minor alterations and refurbishment to existing house. 3) A domestic garage and all associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 27.00 sqm(G), 74 sqm(extension)	Details...
830m	21/05/2025	CONDITIONAL	Portumna , St. Brigid's Road Portumna , Co. Galway	for the construction of a new two and three-storey extension to the north of the existing buildings consisting of classrooms, library, staffroom, and ancillary accommodation; partial demolition of existing single-storey school buildings; internal alterations to existing PE hall; construction of a new single-storey extension consisting of a four-classroom special education needs unit with ancillary accommodation, external soft play areas, and sensory garden to the south and west of the existing buildings; construction of a new carpark, set-down areas, site entrances and exits, and internal access road; extending existing bus set-down area along St. Brigid's Road and all associated site works. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in respect of the proposed development and accompanies the planning application. Gross floor space of proposed works: 5,800.10 sqm	Details...
500m	02/05/2025	CONDITIONAL	Portumna , Dominic Street , Co. Galway	to change the use of three vacant ground floor commercial units to three number apartments, and to change the use of an adjacent vacant shell core unit, to nine number apartments. Permission is also sought for elevational changes to both blocks, along with changes to the site, to allow for a change in car parking layout, amenity space, and boundary treatments. Gross floor space of proposed works: 1,186 sqm	Details...
250m	19/12/2024	CONDITIONAL	Fairyhill , Portumna , co galway	for the demolition of existing house and construction of new dwellinghouse and associated services. Gross floor space of proposed works: 114 sqm	Details...
1.9km	24/10/2024	CONDITIONAL	Portumna Demesne , , Portumna	for (a) conversion of an existing domestic garage (permitted under plan ref. 16/346) to habitable accommodation. (b) Retention of minor alterations to the previously approved plans. (c) Connection to existing services and (d) all associated site works	Details...
700m	03/10/2024	REFUSED	Portumna Demesne , O'Meara's Supervalu Clonfert Avenue Dominic Street , Co. Galway	for; 1) Demolition works to existing sheds (92 sq.m) and existing boundary walls; 2) The extension and reconfiguration of the existing car park with the addition of 14 extra car parking spaces bringing the total from 84 to 98 spaces including 20 EV charging spaces, 5 disabled spaces and 6 parent and child spaces. 3) Alterations to the existing entrance/exits onto Dominick Street to include the closure of one number exit and enlargement of second number exit from 6.0m to 8.0m wide, and the addition of an entrance only access 4.5m wide from the Clonfert Avenue with pedestrian crossing. 4) Site works to include the following, construction of a 2.0m high boundary wall, kerbing, footpaths, surfacing, associated drainage and installation of traffic management line marking. Gross floor space of any demolition: 92.00 sqm	Details...

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