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Knocknacree Cross , Castledermot , Co. Kildare

Sep 18 2024

Application Received

Nov 12 2024

Decision Due

Nov 12 2024

Decision

Jan 03 2025

Granted

Jan 02 2030

Expiry (if required)
  • Submitted: 18 / 09 / 2024
  • Application Type:
    PERMISSION
  • Application Status:
    APPLICATION FINALISED
  • Council Decision:
    CONDITIONAL (Granted)

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Development Description:

The development will consist of: Material alterations to previously approved development Pl. Ref. 22/1158. The proposed changes include: a. An increase in building height by 1.770 meters from 8 to 9.770 meters. b. Increase in Ground Floor Level by .275 meters and First Floor Level by .885 meters. c. Internal alterations. d. Changes to External Elevations to include the redesign of building façade and main entrance. e. Company signage located at existing entrance to premises.

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