ABP-313223-22 The development will consist of the following: (i) demolition of the existing 1-3 storey public house, restaurant, off-licence and associated storage buildings (totalling 1,197sq.m) and removal of associated surface car park; (ii) construction of a residential development of 146 no. apartments (69 no. one-bedroom, 68 no. two-bedroom and 9 no. three-bedroom) in 4 no. blocks (ranging in height from four to sixstoreys over basement level) as follows:-Block A containing 15 no. apartments (3 no. one bedroom, 9 no. two bedroom and 3 no. three-bedroom) and measuring four storeys in height;-Block B containing 41 no. apartments (23 no. one bedroom, 17 no. two bedroom and 1 no. three bedroom) and measuring part-five part-six storeys in height;-Block C containing 54 no. apartments (33 no. one bedroom, 16 no. two bedroom and 5 no. three bedroom) and measuring part-five part-six storeys in height; and,-Block D containing 36 no. apartments (10. no one bedroom and 26 no. two bedroom) and measuring part-four part-five storeys in height. (ii) all apartments will have direct access to an area of private amenity space, in the form of a terrace/balcony, and will have shared access to internal communal amenities including a gym (211sq.m), communal store rooms (158sq.m) and a cinema/playroom (89sq.m), 3,551sq.m of external communal amenity space and 2,041sq.m of public open space; (iii) provision of 109 no. vehicular parking spaces (including 5 no. mobility parking spaces, 5 no. car-share spaces and 11 no. electric charging spaces), 6 no. set-down parking spaces and 332 no. bicycle parking spaces at basement level accessible via new vehicular access from Church Road; (iv) provision of 5 no. commercial units (746sq.m total) located at basement/ground floor level in Blocks A and B; and 1 no. childcare facility (424sq.m) located within the basement level of Block C; (v) removal of existing culverts, installation of new culverts to facilitate pedestrian/vehicular access and diversion of the Glebe Stream on site; and, (vi) all ancillary works including public realm/footpath improvements, landscaping, boundary treatments, internal footpaths, provision of surface level bicycle parking (56 no. spaces), bin storage, foul and surface water drainage, green roofs, ESB substation and all site services, site infrastructure and associated site development works necessary to facilitate the development. A Natura impact statement has been prepared in respect of the proposed development. The application contains a statement setting out how the proposal will be consistent with the objectives of the relevant county development plan and local area plan. The application contains a statement indicating why permission should be granted for the proposed development, having regard to a consideration specified in section 37(2)(b) of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, as amended, notwithstanding that the proposed development materially contravenes a relevant development plan or local area plan other than in relation to the zoning of the land.
The development will consist of the construction of a temporary primary school building, single storey with two classrooms, by way of construction of a prefabricated modular building with associated site works. Retention planning permission is also sought for two existing primary school modular buildings, single storey with two classrooms. Temporary Permission for a period no longer than 5 years is being sought. AI Received 22/05/2025 SAI Rcvd 10/06/2025
Demolition of an outbuilding and a single storey extension to the back of the existing dwelling, new single storey extension to the front of the existing dwelling and a new single storey extension to the back of the existing dwelling, new ground floor window to the side and enlarged windows to the front and rear of the existing dwelling, connection to all on site services and all associated site works.
Permission for change of use of existing the ground floor launderette to a retail off-licence & takeaway coffee hub, minor changes to internal layout, alterations to existing shop front signage and all other associated site works. Gross floor area of change of use 145m2.
Intend to apply for planning permission for a new detached three storey dwelling, removal of existing garage and ancillary work to include a new boundary wall and new access arrangements. AI received 03/03/2025
The construction of a single storey front, side and rear extension. Permission for external modifications to the front elevation including a single storey porch and all associated site development works and services.
Permission for change of use
The proposed development will consist of the following: 1) Conversion of existing single storey garage to provide for a home office, W.C. and utility room at ground floor level together with a new separate internal passageway connecting the front and rear of existing property. 2) Construction of second storey hipped roof extension over existing garage to provide 1 no. bedroom and en-suite at first floor level. 3) Modifications to front elevation at ground and first floor level to comprise 2 no. new windows and 1 no. new replacement door opening. 4) Modifications to rear elevation at ground and first floor level equally to comprise 2 no. new windows and 1 no. new replacement door opening. 5) Removal of shared chimney with 68 Saint Columba's Rise, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 D2F7. 6) All associated site works.
Bounded generally by Malahide Road and Longlands to the north, Pavilions car park and the R132 to the east, Carlton Court to the south and Dublin Road to the west. The proposed development comprises a change of use of ground (c. 282 sqm gfa) and mezzanine (c. 295 sqm gfa) levels within existing retail unit F01A ( permission ref F09A/0357) to cafe/restaurant (c. 550 sqm gfa) and all associated site works, including internal unit reconfiguration and insertion of a new shopfront entrance and bridge link to the existing suspended walkway at 1st floor level with the shopping mall.
Bounded generally by Malahide Road and Longlands to the north, Pavilions car park and the R132 to the east, Carlton Court to the south and Dublin Road to the west. The proposed development comprises a change of use of ground (c. 282 sqm gfa) and mezzanine (c. 295 sqm gfa) levels within existing retail unit F01A (permission ref F09A/0357) to Leisure-Virtual Reality Gaming Rooms (c. 552 sqm gfa). And all associated site works, including internal unit reconfiguration and insertion of a new shopfront entrance and bridge link to the existing suspended walkway at 1st floor level within the shopping mall.
The proposed development comprises a signage zone measuring c.50.51 sq m. containing individual shop name and logo signs (may vary with change of tenants) in stainless steel or aluminium, back lit lettering affixed to existing external terracotta cladding, located at 1st floor level on the eastern elevation of the Pavilions Shopping Centre building.
The retention of construction amendments to dwelling. Amendments consist of increase in height of flat roof over single storey attached building with napp plaster wall finish and provision of additional extension to side of dwelling and other modifications.
The proposed development comprises landscape enhancement works at the Malahide Road entrance to the Pavilions Shopping Centre. This includes the creation of new landscaped areas incorporating existing and new trees, planting and fencing, modular seating pods, modular seating and tree/planting units, the removal and relocation of 3no. existing benches, 2no. new smart bicycle pods (4no. bicycle lockers), 1no. new split double sided and covered ‘Transport Hub’ shelter accommodating 18no. bicycle/scooter parking spaces, a bus stop and integrated advertising panels and associated modifications to entrance concourse, kerb treatments and roundabout planting in this area.
Permission for modifications to external plant area to allow for refrigeration equipment upgrade.
Permission sought to demolish existing porch to front, to provide new windows to existing front and side walls, remove existing front door, remove existing roof and replace existing roof structure and roof tiles to match existing, to demolish existing chimneys, to demolish all existing partition walls, and build new partition walls on new concrete floor, existing floor to be removed throughout, and provide new 200mm concrete floors with 100 mm insulation and damp proof membrane, on sand blinding on 150mm hardcore. Existing external walls not being demolished to be treated for dampness by D.P.C. injection system and removal of mould by specialist company. Demolition of existing single storey flat roof extension to rear and side of existing, New single storey extension to rear and side of existing cottage, complete with triple glazing to new windows and doors. New flat roof to support twelve no. solar panels concealed behind new parapet walls finished with new pressed metal capping to new parapet. New geotextile lined surface water soakaway to BRE 365 Design. Together with new detached, tiled, pitched roof garage to rear of site. AI received 7/9/2022 CAI received 6/10/2022
The development will consist of the installation of a photovoltaic solar array to be mounted on the rooftop of an existing industrial building. The proposed development includes the provision of approximately 1,650 m2 of photovoltaic solar panels, mounting frames, inverters, electrical cabling and all associated ancillary infrastructure. This development is covered by the provisions of the Renewable Energy Directive III (Directive (EU) 2023/2413) and it is important to note that the planning application may be subject to section 34D of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended. When a notice issues in accordance with section 34D(b), the provisions of article 26A of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 to 2025 shall apply.
The development will consist of the change of use from the existing Financial Services Use (Class 2a), as previously approved under Planning Permission Ref. No.: F20A/0481, into Retail Use (Class 1).
Planning permission is being sought for development to part of existing commercial premises for the material Change of Use from Commercial office to Medical use for a Dental Surgery with internal layout amendments with a total Floor Area 82m2 at Unit 3, Second Floor/ Upper floor being part of premises.
(1) Change of use from current retail unit (as previously approved under Reg. Ref. No's F96A/0702, F98A/1100,F99A/0699, F99A/0829, F00A/0446, F00A/0635, F00A/1058, F00A/1377, F00A/1378, F01A/0637 and F05A/1287) to a Financial Services institution with associated meeting rooms, toilet facilities and canteen with associated drainage. The total GFA of the unit is 150.8sq.m. (2) Carry out all necessary ancillary site works including full height glazing to shop unit facade and tenant signage all at ground floor level.
Permission for the installation of 2700 Solar panels over the roof of 2 no. retail buildings and all associated site works and services. AI received 26/01/22
Permission is sought to remove existing flat roof to porch area at front, and to build new single storey porch to front, to build new first floor extension to front and side consisting of extended bathroom en-suite together with dishing vehicular entrance to front and rear footpaths all at 20 Castle Avenue, Swords, Co. Dublin.
Shopfront alterations to comprise of: fitting of new branded signage (after removal of existing signage) onto existing glazing of unit, replacement of existing ATM with new ATM (location retained). 3 No. internally located digitally marketing LED screens, to be viewed externally through the existing glazing. Minor internal alterations to existing front backing hall to consist of new internal SSBM/ATMs within a new room.
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.
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.
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
Retention planning permission for single storey extension to side and rear and Permission for widened vehicle access to front
Planning permission is sought for 3 no. skylights on front (West) roof elevation
(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.
(i) Demolition of vacant/derelict single-storey shed; (ii) construction of a residential development of 40 no. apartments (15 no. one bedroom, 22 no. two-bedroom & 3 no. three-bedroom) within 2 no. apartment blocks (Block 1 of five-storey height, with set-back sixth floor level, and containing 31 no. apartments & Block 2 of three-storey height and containing 9 no. apartments); (iii) all apartments will have direct access to an area of private amenity space, in the form of a garden/balcony and will have shared access to 328sq.m of external communal amenity space and bin store/bicycle store (96 no. spaces) at ground floor level; (iv) provision of 14 no. vehicular parking spaces (inclusive of 1 no. accessible spaces) at ground level accessible via Watery Lane; and (v) all ancillary works including tree removal/planting, landscaping, boundary treatments, visitor bicycle parking (22 no. regular spaces & 2 no. cargo spaces), SuDS drainage and all site services, site infrastructure and associated site development works necessary to facilitate the development.
Planning permission is sought for the (i) demolition of vacant/derelict single-storey shed; (ii) construction of a residential development of 36 no. apartments (16 no. one bedroom & 20 no. two-bedroom) within 2 no. apartment blocks (Block 1 of four-storey height, with set-back fifth floor level and roof terrace, and containing 27 no. apartments & Block 2 of three-storey height and containing 9 no. apartments); (iii) all apartments will have direct access to an area of private amenity space, in the form of a garden/balcony and will have shared access to 322sq.m of external communal amenity space at ground/roof terrace levels and bin store/bicycle stores at ground floor level; (iv) provision of 14 no. vehicular parking spaces (inclusive of 1 no. accessible spaces) and 2 no. motorcycle parking spaces at ground level accessible via Watery Lane; and (v) all ancillary works including tree removal/planting, landscaping, boundary treatments, visitor bicycle parking, SuDS drainage and all site services, site infrastructure and associated site development works necessary to facilitate the development. This application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement. AI received 06/06/2025
For permisson for the demolition of 3no. existing prefab buildings & provision of 2no. single storey temporary modular buildings, comprising SEN & Resource Room accomodation, both with en-suite provision, all with a total floor area of approx 225sqm, located adjacent to the north of the existing school along with associated site works at St Colmcilles Girls National School, Chapel Lane, Swords, Co. Dublin.
Alterations to and change of use of approved childcare facility plan ref: F14A/0415/E1 to 2no. 1 bed self-contained units for use as multi-generational housing for the adult children of the owners of no 18 Seatown Terrace Swords Co. Dublin.
The development will consist of the construction of a new two storey extension to side and rear of dwelling, a single storey kitchen/Dining extension to the rear, including rooflights, minor internal modifications and all associated site works.
Retention Permission and full permission for an existing single-storey extension to the rear and side of the existing dwelling and a new two-storey extension to the side and rear of the existing dwelling, with associated alterations to the internal layout and elevations.
(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,
The development comprises a seasonal events area, to remain in situ for a temporary period of 4 years and to be managed by the Swords Pavilions Shopping Centre, which includes, Permission sought for: • 1no. stand-alone single storey marquee structure (c.6.7m high and c.1,090 sqm gross floor area) and associated plant and site works, for use as an Ice Rink over the Christmas period (November to January), and as a Roller Rink or other similar uses categorised under Class 11 of the Planning & Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) during the Easter (March-April), Summer (May-August) and Halloween (September-October) periods. • 1no. associated advertising sign c.2.15 sq m on the existing metal arch entrance adjoining Swords Pavilions Car Park ‘A’ to the west. Retention Permission sought for: • 1no. single storey event building (c.78 sq m gross floor area), to also accommodate a range of seasonal events, including for use as Santa’s Grotto over the Christmas period (November to January), and for other themed events each season, including the Easter Bunny and egg hunt (March to April), Summer events categorised under Class 11 of the Planning & Development Regulations 2001, as amended (May-August) and Halloween haunted house (September-October). • A c.4.8m high metal arch facilitating pedestrian and service entrance from the adjoining Swords Pavilions Car Park ‘A’ to the west for a temporary period of 4 years.
Permission for the construction of a standard 4MWe ESB substation and client-side switch room and associated works in support of the new power diversification. The development will consist of the construction of a standard ESB substation to standard ESB detail being 4x4.5x3 meters and cable arrangements with an adjoining client switch room of 6x2.5x3.6 meters, all finished in render blockwork, with standard galvanised ESB substation doors.
The development consists of Demolition of the existing rear extension and shed. Construction of single storey extension with hipped and flat roof to side and rear; new porch; internal alterations and widening the existing vehicular access and all ancillary site works.
The development will consist of the construction of a single storey extension (726sqm) to existing school (2108.1sqm plus existing temporary accommodation of 285sqm) with minor internal alterations to existing school, part relocation of existing temporary accommodation & demolition of existing outdoor toilets & rain shelter (15.4sqm) to north of existing school. The extension will include Special Education Needs (SEN) accommodation- a central activities space, 2 no. class safe bases, toilets & ancillary & new accessible main school entrance, new admin & principal offices, additional SET rooms, toilets & ancillary. External works to include 6 no. new car parking spaces for the SEN accommodation, new play areas, hard & soft landscaping & all associated siteworks.
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Permission sought for extension to existing house to include (a) construction of first floor extension with pitched roof over existing garage conversion (b) raising of roof level and alterations to existing front porch (c ) window alterations and projecting canopy to rear elevation (d) associated internal alterations, drainage and external works.
The construction of a single storey ground floor extension to the rear elevation. Main roof alterations comprising raising of the existing ridge level max 40cm, new roof windows to front north elevation, new roof dormer to the rear south elevation, two new obscure glazed windows to the east elevation, all at first floor level. Required for the provision of two habitable bedrooms, office study and en-suite bathroom at first floor level. To include all associated site works.
The proposed development will consist of the demolition of an obsolete section of an existing 2-storey pharmaceutical production building, located in the south-eastern part of the campus and known as the P2/PS building. The total floor area of the existing building is c.3,200m2 of which c.1,800m2 is to be demolished. (The purpose of the proposed demolition is to facilitate the future development of a modern 2-storey pharmaceutical facility [c.1,000m2] on part of the demolition site, which will be subject to a separate planning application, to include various environmental assessments, including an Environmental Impact Assessment Report.)
SK Biotek Ireland intend to apply for planning permission for development at part of the SK Biotek Swords Campus, Watery Lane, Townparks Swords, Co. Dublin (bounded by Waterey Lane to the north and west and the Ward River to east). The proposed development will consist of the construction of a modern c.1,010m 2 Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing facility with a parapet height of c. 14.63m (with handrail and plant above), located in the south-eastern part of the campus. The proposed development will replace part of an existing API building (to be demolished in accordance with Reg. Ref. F22A/0673 and will employ the latest industry technology with no change to the nature of operations undertaken (which will be similar to those previously used in the API building area that is to be demolished and elsewhere throughout the overall site.) The proposed development represents a modification to a SEVESO (lower tier) site and relates to development which comprises an activity requiring an industrial emissions (IE) LICENCE. (The site currently operates under IE Licence No P0014-04, and will comply with any future revisions to that licence. ) The application includes an Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) and a Natura Impact Statement (NIS). AI rcvd 28/11/2023 SAI received 06/12/23
Temporary Permission for a period of 5 years at this site (c. 1.1 Ha), at Swords Pavilions, Malahide Road, Swords, Co. Dublin K67 R7D0. For development comprising: 10 no. outdoor padel courts (L:20m x W:10m each) and integrated lighting; 6 no. of the courts to be partially covered with 10m high open-sided steel and canvas dome; 2 no. converted, timber-clad, shipping containers (H:3-4m) to accommodate ancillary reception/court booking and rental shop (c.39 sq.m.), café (c.39 sq.m.), wc facilities and rooftop viewing platform; 2 no. external, timber-lattice, marquee structures with seating and viewing space. And, all associated and ancillary site development, landscaping and boundary treatments, including: 1 no. new pedestrian access from the existing Swords Pavilions' surface car park area; 44 no. bicycle parking spaces; court netting, external lighting; power and lighting connections.
The development will consist of a new single storey extension to the rear of house, conversion of existing garage to playroom at ground level and a new first floor extension over existing ground floor extension to side of dwelling, including internal layout modifications and all associated site works.
Demolition of an existing single storey extension (GFA 20.7m²) to the rear of the property; the provision of a two storey extension (GFA:80.5m²) to the rear of the property; the provision of a dormer to the rear roof of the property; the conversion of existing attic space into a habitable room (GFA: 20m²) and all associated site works on a site of approx. area:0.0476 hectares.
(a). Retention of existinq sinqle storey extension at front/ east elevation of house. (b). Retention of existing extended single storey dining area extension at rear of house. {c}. Retention of the southern side elevation sinqle storey side entrance porch extension and canopy. The original commencement date of the above retention works was the 7th August 2014.
The development will consist of the demolition of an existing single storey extension (GFA: 20.7m2) to the rear of the property, The provision of a two storey extension (GFA 60.2m2) to the rear of the property, the provision of a garden shed (GFA: 48m2) to the rear garden. The provision of a dormer to the rear roof of the property; the conversion of existing attic space into a habitable room (GFA: 20.0m2) and all associated site works on a site of approximate area: 0.0476 Hectares.
Extensions and renovations to existing dormer bungalow, works include part demolition consisting of the removal of the main roof and rear extensions. New works to consist of a first floor extension over the existing main structure to form new two storey facade with permission also sought for a two storey extension to the rear.