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2660270

27 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: the development will consist of the construction of a new two-storey, four-bedroom detached dwelling house; a covered carport; a single-storey garden studio to the rear, ancillary to the use of the main dwelling; a new vehicular entrance onto Kearn's Lane; connection to the public watermain and public foul sewer; on-site surface-water drainage incorporating sustainable drainage measures (SuDS); landscaping, boundary treatments and all associated site development works

Galway City Council

Dangan Upper , Circular Road , Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660266

23 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: permission is sought for the demolition of a substandard dwelling and for the construction of three new two storey detached dwellings in a residential development, permission is also sought for the sub division of an existing site and for all associated hard and soft landscaped areas, site works and services

Galway City Council

Acres (T.d.) , La Rochelle Knocknacarra Road , Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660265

22 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: the construction of a dwelling house with integrated garage and external storage areas, associated terraces, landscaping, site development works, services and connections to public utilities. The proposed development relates to lands previously subject to Planning Reference Nos. 22/20, 18/16, 16/327 and 12/326

Galway City Council

Site 9 Lakeview Hill , Barnacranny Townland Bushypark , Co. Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660263

22 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: energy upgrade works to the existing southern block of the original 1972 building comprising, building fabric upgrade to include external walls, roof, windows and doors, partial mechanical and electrical services upgrade to include medium temperature air source heat pump, MVHR to high use classrooms and new LED lighting and lighting controls. The upgrade works will include a new standalone plantroom and heat pump compound and all associated site works. The floor area of the energy upgrade works is 4,425m2 over two floors. The area of the proposed plantroom is 12m2

Galway City Council

Atlantic Technological University - Galway City , Murrough , Dublin Road Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660256

17 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: Permission is sought by Damree Developments Ltd for the construction of a Residential Development at Coolough Road, Ballinfoile, Galway City. The development will consist of the: 1. Construction of 47 no. residential units across 4 no. building blocks as follows; a. Block A consists of a 3 storey duplex building to the south-east of the site, comprising of 4 no. 1 bed ground floor apartments and 4 no. 2 bed upper floor apartments, b. Block B consists of a 3 storey duplex building to the south of the site, comprising of 9 no. 1 bed ground floor apartments and 9 no. 2 bed no. upper floor apartments, c. Block C consists of a 3 storey building to the west of the site. The southern end of the building consists of 1 no. 3 bed apartment on the ground floor, 1 no. 3 bed apartment on the first floor and 1 no. 2 bed apartment on the second floor. The remainder of the building consists of 5 no. 2 bed units and integrated bike store at ground floor, and 5 no. 3 bed duplex units on the upper floors, d. Block D consists of a 3 storey duplex building, comprising of 4 no. 1 bed ground floor apartments and 4 no. 2 bed upper floor apartments. 2. Replacement of existing agricultural entrance with the provision of a new vehicular and pedestrian entrance off the Coolough road (L-1021-2 road) to the south, 3. Provision of a 4m set back from existing roadside kerbs along Coolough road frontages, to facilitate future active travel routes, 4. Revised boundary treatments, 5. Provision of single storey bin store/bike store buildings, 6. Provision of public open space areas (to include for a play area), private open space areas, footpaths, public lighting, hard and soft landscaping, 7. Provision of car parking to include accessible spaces, dedicated EV spaces and EV ducting to all spaces for future electric charging points, 8. Proposed connection to existing mains water infrastructure, 9. Proposed on-site surface water drainage arrangements and connection to existing storm sewer network, 10. Proposed connection to sewer network via a proposed sewer extension along the Coolough road (L-1021-2), together with all associated site works and services. A Natura Impact Statement will be submitted to the planning authority with this application.

Galway City Council

Coolough Road , Ballinfoile , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660253

15 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: Ivan and Laura Corcoran are applying to Galway City Council for permission to extend the existing cottage with a two storey rear extension at Ballindooley. The permission includes an upgrade to the existing wastewater system with proposed new tank and percolation area including amendments to hard & soft landscaping and associated drainage and utility services at the site. Part Demolition of some sheds and existing house annex are included in this permission and a dismantling of an agricultural shed and relocation of this shed to rear of the site.

Galway City Council

Ballindooly , Galway , Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660244

8 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: We, the Health Service Executive, intend to apply for a planning permission for a proposed development at the Surgical Hub at Merlin Park University Hospital, Galway. The proposed development comprises a single-storey flat-roofed extension of approximately 26 m² (Net Floor Area) at first-floor level of the Surgical Hub Building, together with minor amendments to and the relocation of an enclosed bicycle shelter from northeast of the building to east of the building.

Galway City Council

Surgical Hub Building , Merlin Park University Hospital Galway , Galway City Co. Galway.

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660242

6 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: We DRA Community Development Company CLG intend to apply for permission for development at this Site (1.57ha) at townland, Doughiska, Galway. The development will consist of: 1. Removal / demolition of five no. single storey prefabricated classrooms, hard landscaped courtyard area along with bicycle shelter. 2. The construction of a new Community Centre Building (GFA 1,221.15dqm) comprising of two levels, ground floor level of entrance foyer, sports hall, changing rooms, kitchenette, (GFA 927.60sqm), first floor level consisting of viewing gallery/gym/multi-purpose room, 2 no. meeting rooms / studios and meeting room / community room (GFA 293.55sqm) and all associated ancillary accommodation including plant room, circulation areas, kitchenette, storage areas, and welfare facilities. 3. The construction of a new Preschool Building (GFA 569.69 sqm) comprising of a single level with secure access lobby with reception area, five no. classrooms each with dedicated toilet facilities and two with nappy-changing facilities, all associated ancillary accommodation including sleep rooms, staff room, staff toilets, storage rooms, kitchen facility and universal access toilet. Externally a secure enclosed outdoor amenity space provided with a covered walkway which connects to external facilities, storage areas and toilet facilities with the main building. New bicycle shelter and bin store enclosure provided to the front of the building. 4. The installation of a new Synthetic All Weather Playing Pitch (GFA 6,055.97 sqm) enclosed with a 4m high anti climb black welded mesh fence and equipped with six LED floodlights enabling year-round use. 5. The development will also include retaining the existing vehicular entrance along “Fearann Ri” road, the provision of 50 no. car parking spaces (including 4 no. accessible spaces), with 56 no. covered bicycle spaces to serve both the community centre and synthetic all weather playing pitch, 13 no. car parking spaces (including 2. No accessible spaces), 24 no. covered bicycle spaces with a set-down area provided for preschool. 6. The provision of a fixed roof access ladder, roof plant to community centre building, PV panels to both buildings (128 sqm). 7. All associated lighting, signage, boundary treatments, hard and soft landscaping, site development enabling works and all associated site services.

Galway City Council

Doughiska Road , Doughiska , Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660241

6 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: The demolition of the existing garage, store and yard wall to the side of existing house, the construction of a new 2 storey, 3 bedroom detached house with a new on site car driveway and entrance piers, the relocation of the existing driveway entrance, a widening of the existing dipped kerb to accommodate access to driveways and all ancillary site works

Galway City Council

43 , Renmore Road , Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660238

2 Jul 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: Permission is being sought by David Collins for the following at 99 Lurgan Park, Renmore, Galway, H91 N2XH. The development will consist of: the construction of a single-storey side extension to the existing two-storey dwelling comprising a utility room and accessible wc, together with all associated site works and services. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Galway City Council during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission

Galway City Council

99 Lurgan Park , Renmore , Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660233

1 Jul 2026

Status: INCOMPLETED APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: the demolition of an existing single-storey side porch attached to the existing dwelling house, and the construction of a new 2 bedroom, detached single-storey dwelling (c. 81 sq.m) located to the side and rear of the existing two-storey dwelling at 2 Dangan Court, Newcastle, Galway, H91 K6DR. The proposed development will utilise the existing site entrance and access arrangements and includes all associated site development, landscaping, drainage, and ancillary works

Galway City Council

2 Dangan Court , Newcastle , Co.Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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Applications by area

Top Galway City localities in the imported the latest year.

Salthill24
Galway21
Galway City20
Renmore12
Knocknacarra7
Newcastle7
Circular Road5
Headford Road5
The Claddagh5
Bushypark4
Rahoon4
Shantalla4

Monthly registrations

Recent application volume by registration month.

Aug 202516
Sept 202520
Oct 202519
Nov 202512
Dec 202526
Jan 202611
Feb 202619
Mar 202628
Apr 202617
May 202612
Jun 202628
Jul 202623

Areas in Jul 2026

Localities with the most applications in the latest registration month.

Galway5
Galway City2
Renmore2
Barnacranny Townland Bushypark1
Bushypark1
Circular Road1
Doughiska1
Dublin Road1

Status in Jul 2026

Current status mix for applications registered in the latest month.

NEW APPLICATION20
INCOMPLETED APPLICATION2
PRE_VALIDATION1

Types in Jul 2026

Most common application types registered in the latest month.

PERMISSION23

Planning activity and trends

Based on the latest 12 months of imported planning data for this council.

Applications

231

Latest registered

29 Jul 2026

Most active area

Salthill

Most common type

PERMISSION

Latest month apps

23

Month change

-5

Monthly trend

Jul 2026

-5

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Area overview

Salthill accounts for 20%

Salthill20%
Galway18%
Galway City17%
Renmore10%
Knocknacarra6%
Newcastle6%

Status mix

APPLICATION FINALISED accounts for 54%

APPLICATION FINALISED54%
NEW APPLICATION18%
DECISION MADE9%
APPEALED7%

Application types

PERMISSION accounts for 100%

PERMISSION100%