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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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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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2660226

26 Jun 2026

Status: NEW APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: retention and completion of revisions to development previously approved under PL REF 2560317 at no. 8 Mount Eaton, Taylors Hill, Galway city. The revisions include the omission of the basement level garage and associated access ramp, and the addition of a garage / storeroom and services rooms at ground floor level, plus associated elevational alterations and site works revisions

Galway City Council

No 8 Mount Eaton , Taylors Hill , Galway City

Application type: RETENTIONDecision: N/A
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2660177

28 May 2026

Status: FURTHER INFORMATION

Permission for development which consists of: the development will consist of the change of use of an existing commercial premises to a guesthouse, the provision of 7 no. en-suite guest bedrooms, associated internal alterations, rear extension, elevation changes to the front and rear elevations and all ancillary and associated works

Galway City Council

35 Woodquay , Galway City , County Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660154

11 May 2026

Status: FURTHER INFORMATION

Permission for development which consists of: permission sought from Galway City Council by P.Kenny at No.16 Lower Merchants Road, Galway, H91YDT1. The development will consist of (1) permission to construct a 3 storey extension to rear of existing dwellinghouse (2) demolish existing shed to rear and replace with new storage shed (3) change of use of overall dwellinghouse to guesthouse and (4) omit condition No. 5 of Planning Reg. No. 11/17 which required the house to be used as a single dwelling only and (5) all associated site works and services.

Galway City Council

No.16 , Lower Merchants Road , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: N/A
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2660116

3 Apr 2026

Status: APPLICATION FINALISED

Permission for development which consists of: We, the Health Service Executive, intend to apply to Galway City Council for retention permission for development at Merlin Park University Hospital, Galway. The proposed development to be retained comprises of the installation of mechanical and electrical plant components at roof level on the permitted Surgical Hub Building (Pl. Reg. Ref. 24/60098) and includes the following: - The provision of new roof mounted ventilation exhaust terminals and connecting ductwork to serve the internal ventilation system; - The provision of a lightning protection system consisting of interceptor terminals; - The provision of a Distributed Antenna System (DAS) including 3 no. donor antennas; - The provision of 3 no. total boiler and hot water flues.

Galway City Council

Merlin Park University Hospital , Galway City , Co Galway

Application type: RETENTIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2660093

16 Mar 2026

Status: APPLICATION FINALISED

Permission for development which consists of: I, Karen Elwood, intend to apply for retention permission for development at a site located along the Menlo Park Road, Eircode H91 HHT2, in the townland of Menlough, Menlo, Galway City. The development consists of a one-storey extension to the rear of the existing dwellinghouse, including a flat-roof extension joining the existing dwelling and extension, and all associated site works (Gross Floor Area 38.69m2)

Galway City Council

Menlo Park Road , Menlough , Menlo Galway City

Application type: RETENTIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2660067

5 Mar 2026

Status: INCOMPLETED APPLICATION

Permission for development which consists of: We, the Health Service Executive, intend to apply to Galway City Council for retention permission for development at Merlin Park University Hospital, Galway. The proposed development to be retained comprises of the installation of mechanical and electrical plant components at roof level on the permitted Surgical Hub Building (Pl. Reg. Ref. 24/60098) and includes the following: - The provision of new roof-mounted ventilation exhaust terminals and connecting ductwork to serve the internal ventilation system; - The provision of a lightning protection system consisting of interceptor terminals; - The provision of a Distributed Antenna System (DAS) including 3 no. donor antennas; - The provision of 3 no. total boiler and hot water flues.

Galway City Council

Merlin Park University Hospital , Galway City , Co. Galway.

Application type: RETENTIONDecision: N/A
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2660055

26 Feb 2026

Status: APPLICATION FINALISED

Permission for development which consists of: The development will consist of the following: 1. Construction of a single storey extension to the side and rear of the existing house to provide a bedroom / office room, service & utility rooms & enlarged kitchen & dining area. 2. Elevational changes to the front elevation. 3. All associated site development works

Galway City Council

95 Monalee Manor , Knocknacarra Galway City , Co. Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2660046

18 Feb 2026

Status: APPLICATION FINALISED

Permission for development which consists of: The development will consist of the following: 1. Deep retrofit and renovation works of the existing house 2. Construction of a single storey porch at the front entrance 3. 2 storey extension (44.5m2) at the rear 4. Extended tarmac area at the front of the existing house to accommodate two car parking spaces 5. All other associated development site works and services

Galway City Council

No 59 Wellpark Grove , Wellpark , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2660041

17 Feb 2026

Status: APPLICATION FINALISED

Permission for development which consists of: Permission is sought by Mr. Michael Burns for retention and completion of small extension to the 3rd floor of previously approved development at 2, 3 & 4 Knocknacarra Road (R336), Salthill, Galway, previously granted under planning reference 20/101 (An Board Pleanála Ref: ABP-310644-21), and subsequently amended by planning reference: 23/60143, 24/60104 and 25/60287

Galway City Council

2 3 & 4 Knocknacarra , (R336) Salthill Galway , Galway City

Application type: RETENTIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2660033

11 Feb 2026

Status: APPLICATION FINALISED

Permission for development which consists of: permission sought from Galway City Council by S.Clifford at No.77 Windfield Gardens, Clybaun Road, Knocknacarra, Galway City, H91X9NX. The development will consist of (1) Permission sought to construct a single storey extension to side of existing dwellinghouse (2) New Ground Floor side window and (3) All associated site works and services

Galway City Council

No.77 Windfield Gardens , Clybaun road Knocknacara , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2660029

6 Feb 2026

Status: DECISION MADE

Permission for development which consists of: We, Derhinos Ltd, intend to apply for planning permission for development on lands at No. 60 Salthill Road Lower, Galway City, H91 TRC0 with a site area of 0.142 hectares. The development will consist of the following: I. Construction of new terraced houses in a single 2.5 storey building block on infill lands comprising of 5 no. 3-bed units; II. Partial demolition works to the inside and outside of the existing 1 no. 5-bed dwellinghouse and associated structures resulting in a refurbished 2-bed residential dwelling, and a creation of new pedestrian access to the rear of the site from Salthill Road Lower (R864); III. Provision of a communal bin store, a shared long-term bike store building (1 no. cargo bike and 16 no. standard spaces), and separate visitor bike parking (4 no. spaces); IV. Provision of landscaped communal open spaces, private open spaces, revised boundary treatments, and public lighting; and V. Internal footpaths, drainage and SuDS measures, along with all associated site development works and services.

Galway City Council

No. 60 , Salthill Road Lower , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2660014

27 Jan 2026

Status: APPLICATION FINALISED

Permission for development which consists of: permission is sought by the Board of Management Coláiste Iognáid at Coláiste Iognáid, Sea Road, Galway City. The development consists of (1) Permission to replace an existing grassed play area and parking area to the rear of the school campus with the construction of a synthetic pitch consisting of a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA), with 5 metre high ballstop netting, 2.4m high perimeter fencing. (2) Permission for redistribution and upgrading of 30 no. existing on campus car parking spaces, to a new delineated car parking area located to the east of the proposed MUGA pitch, (3) Permission for shared surface driveway, nature based on-site surface water drainage arrangements, together with all associated landscaping, footpaths, site works and services. (4) Retention permission is also sought for 2 no. metal security gates located along Sea Road, adjoining Protected Structures RPS No. 9101 (St. Ignatius' Church) and RPS No. 9120 (Jesuit School) respectively

Galway City Council

Coláiste Iognáid , Sea Road , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2560396

22 Dec 2025

Status: FURTHER INFORMATION

Retention Permission sought from Galway City Council by M.Shaughnessy at No.15 Moyola Park, Newcastle, Galway, H91CD78.The development will consist of (1) Permission sought for Retention of extension to existing Garden store and (2) Demolish part of existing garden storage shed and (3) All associated site works and services.

Galway City Council

No. 15 Moyola Park , Newcastle , Galway City

Application type: RETENTIONDecision: N/A
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2560385

19 Dec 2025

Status: APPLICATION FINALISED

Permission for development which consists of: amendments to plans granted under planning ref. 23/60163, relating to a property known as ‘The Gatehouse’, 7a Francis Street, Galway City. The property is located within the Curtilage of the Convent of Mercy Grounds and Graveyard, which are on the Record of Protected Structures; RPS ref: 9603. This permission primarily relates to amendments which have been deemed as necessary by the Fire officer in order to bring the overall development into compliance with Fire Safety regulations. These proposed works are as follows: (1) Addition of 1 no. external doorway to the front elevation (facing onto Francis Street) at ground floor level (2) Amendments to internal layout. This application also seeks permission for addition of Solar Panels to the Rear of the roof.

Galway City Council

'The Gatehouse' , 7a Francis Street , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2560380

16 Dec 2025

Status: DECISION MADE

Permission for development which consists of: The refurbishment and extension of the McLaughlin Building (a Protected Structure RPS Ref. 7406 Former Mill - NUIG) for educational use including associated academic teaching and study spaces; administrative areas; staff and student welfare facilities; café and ancillary plant and storage areas. The McLaughlin Building occupies the site of a 17th Century causeway (a Recorded Monument GA094-100033) situated on the Eglinton Canal/Gaol River (a Protected Structure RPS Ref. 8501 Rivers/Waterways) and contains a series of culverts beneath the building. The proposed works to the McLaughlin Building will include the removal of the mid- to late-20th Century roof and fifth floor level (approx. 374.1 sqm gross floor area (GFA)); and the construction of two additional floors, resulting in an overall increase in height of the building from 5 storeys to 6 storeys (with maximum proposed height of 30.03 m AOD, c. 23.22m above proposed ground floor level). The proposed works will result in an increase in GFA from 2,962.17 sqm to 3,962.7 sqm. Further interventions to the McLaughlin Building will include: • Removal of existing mid- to late 20th Century building fabric the south-west corner to be replaced with an ESB Substation and Switchroom at ground floor level overclad with perforated aluminium panels to match proposed new aluminium curtain walling with glazed openings on upper levels. • Provision of a new external stair and lift core on the north elevation. • Removal of selected areas of the late 20th Century internal steel frame and concrete slabs, provision of new foundations in selected areas, new ground floor slab build-up throughout and new structural frame to support the additional floors. • Existing 20th Century windows and doors to be replaced with new thermally broken aluminium doors and windows to match existing openings, and repair of window reveals and cills. • Creation of new entrance on the northern elevation (incorporating two original window openings); enlargement of three existing openings at ground floor level of southern elevations and alterations to two window and door openings to provide compliant door openings to the new escape stair to the northern elevation. • Removal of cement render and retention and repair of original rubble and limestone masonry walls. • Removal of mid to late 20th Century extension to the northern elevation. • Removal of non-original subdivisions and provision of new

Galway City Council

McLaughlin Building , Nun's Island/Gaol Road Nun's Island , Galway City Co. Galway

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2560375

11 Dec 2025

Status: DECISION MADE

Permission is sought by Leadlane (Mincloon) Ltd for the construction of a Residential Development at Mincloon, Rahoon road, Galway City. The development will consist of: 1. Construction of 48 no. own door apartments across 5 no. Duplex building blocks; a. Block 01 consists of a 1-3 storey building, comprising of a 1 no. 2 storey 2 bed apartment, 2 no. 2 bed ground floor apartments, 1 no. 3 bed ground floor apartment, 3 no. 3 bed upper floor apartments, integrated bin store and integrated bike store. b. Block 02 consists of a 3 storey building, comprising of 4 no. 2 bed ground floor apartments, 4no. 3 bed upper floor apartments, integrated bin store and integrated bike store c. Block 03 consists of a 3 storey building, comprising of 5 no. 2 bed ground floor apartments, 5no. 3 bed upper floor apartments. d. Block 04 consists of a 3 storey building, comprising of 6 no. 1 bed ground floor apartments, 1 no. 2 bed ground floor apartment, 7no. 2 bed upper floor apartments, 1no. 3 bed upper floor apartment, integrated bin store and integrated bike store. e. Block 05 consists of a 3 storey building, comprising of 4 no. 2 bed ground floor apartments, 4no. 3 bed upper floor apartments, integrated bin store and integrated bike store. 2. Upgrading of existing vehicular entrance and access road including road setback along Rahoon road frontage and provision of footpaths, 3. Establishment of a right of way across the site to also serve an existing house to the south-west of the site (Eircode H91ECC6), 4. Revised boundary treatment and revised site boundaries, 5. Partial demolition of existing shed, 6. Provision of public open space areas (to include for play spaces), private open space areas, bicycle parking, footpaths, public lighting, hard and soft landscaping, 7. Car parking including dedicated EV charge spaces, ducting to all spaces for future electric charging points, 8. Proposed connection to existing mains water infrastructure, and on-site surface water drainage arrangements, 9. Proposed connection to sewer network including provision for on-site pumping station, 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

Mincloon , Rahoon road , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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2560360

1 Dec 2025

Status: APPEALED

Permission for development which consists of: for the construction of 4 no. apartments in 2 no. building blocks. Block A will consist of a two-storey building to accommodate 1 no. two bed apartment on the ground floor and 1 no. one bed apartment on the first floor, with pedestrian access via Shantalla Road. Block B will consist of a two-storey building to accommodate 1 no. two bed apartment on the ground floor and 1 no. two bed apartment on the first floor, with pedestrian access via Shantalla road & Willow Park, together with private open space provision and all ancillary site works & site services at, 7 Shantalla Road, Galway, H91 V3PC

Galway City Council

No. 7 Shantalla Road , Galway , Galway City

Application type: PERMISSIONDecision: CONDITIONAL
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Applications by area

Top Galway City localities in the imported the latest year.

Galway City29
Dublin Road Galway1
for road infrastructure works and water services infrastructure works1
GALWAY CITY1
Ireland1
Knocknacarra Galway City1
Menlo Galway City1

Monthly registrations

Recent application volume by registration month.

Sept 20254
Oct 20255
Nov 20251
Dec 20257
Jan 20262
Feb 20265
Mar 20263
Apr 20262
May 20262
Jun 20261
Jul 20263

Areas in Jul 2026

Localities with the most applications in the latest registration month.

Galway City2
Dublin Road Galway1

Status in Jul 2026

Current status mix for applications registered in the latest month.

NEW APPLICATION3

Types in Jul 2026

Most common application types registered in the latest month.

PERMISSION3

Planning activity and trends

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

Applications

35

Latest registered

22 Jul 2026

Most active area

Galway City

Most common type

PERMISSION

Latest month apps

3

Month change

+2

Monthly trend

Jul 2026

+2

02457Sept 25Feb 26Jul 26

Area overview

Galway City accounts for 83%

Galway City83%
Dublin Road Galway3%
for road infrastructure works and water services infrastructure works3%
GALWAY CITY3%
Ireland3%
Knocknacarra Galway City3%

Status mix

APPLICATION FINALISED accounts for 51%

APPLICATION FINALISED51%
APPEALED11%
NEW APPLICATION11%
DECISION MADE9%

Application types

PERMISSION accounts for 71%

PERMISSION71%
RETENTION29%