The development will consist of the change of use from residential convent to tourism accommodation in ten apartment…

Application details

Planning reference

2460076

Council

Meath County Council

Proposal description

The development will consist of the change of use from residential convent to tourism accommodation in ten apartment suites, removal of modern toilet and bathroom block, reconfiguration, refurbishments, repairs and alterations to the internal layout. The ten apartment suites will be available for short term let, which will include, at times, letting out the convent as a whole, including the chapel. The development will include new storage areas, bike store and plant room in existing sheds, new canopy to the rear entrance, changes to the elevations, changes to the site layout, connection to all public services and all associated site works. The Convent is a protected structure, ref: 91275, and is located within the Trim historical architectural conservation area and the Trim zone of archaeological potential. Trees to be protected are located within the convent site

Location / address

Mercy Convent, Emmet Street, Townparks South Trim Co.Meath C15 WD62

Application type

PERMISSION

Received / registered

2 Feb 2024

Council status

APPLICATION FINALISED

Council decision

CONDITIONAL

Council decision date

27 Mar 2024

Appeal lodged

22 Apr 2024

Appeal decision

Grant permission with revised conditions

Appeal decision date

13 Jan 2026