Change of use (previously approved under F15A/0474 and ABP PL 06F.246009 and F18A/0227) of existing single storey building from Postal Sorting Office to Muslim Prayer, Cultural and Community centre, minor changes to internal layout and external elevations, partial demolition of existing storage shed, new pedestrian access gate and all associated site works.
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The Old An Post Sorting Office, The Green (off Rathbeale Road), Swords
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Change of use (previously approved under F15A/0474 and ABP PL 06F.2460
Planning Permission is sought for change of use previously approved under F15A/0474, ABP PL06F.246009, F18A/0227 & F21A/0264) of existing single storey building from Postal Sorting Office to Muslim Prayer, Cultural and Community centre, minor changes to internal layout and external elevations, partial demolition of existing storage shed, new pedestrian access gate and all associated site works at site An Post Sorting Office, The Green (Off Rathbeale Road) Swords, Co. Dublin.
Planning Permission is sought to retain the current use of the existing single storey building at the Green (off the Rathbeale Road) Swords Co Dublin, K67D960 (previously approved under F15/0474, APB PL 06F.246009, F18A/0227, F21A/0264, F23A/0147) as a Muslim Prayer, Cultural Community Centre. Additional Information Received 17/12/2025
(A) Change of use from glass works industrial unit to a veterinary clinic with surgery room kennels, and small retail shop. (B) New signage and shop front include 1 no. acrylic lettering and logo sign above front door, and plywood shopfront with selected finish. (C) Internal alterations and associated works,
(1) A pitch roof single storey extension to side of the existing dwelling. (2) The creation of an additional floor above the existing building ground floor, including a change of roof profile, dormer windows to front and rear and changes in walls height. (3) Creation of new windows/ external doors and removal or relocation of existing. (4)The enlargement of the front vehicular access. (5) All related works.
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