The development contains the following mix of apartments: 104 No. 1 bedroom apartments, 111 No. 2 bedroom apartments (including 12 No. 2 bed 3 person apartments and 99 No. 2 bed 4 person apartments), 4 No. 3 bedroom apartments, together with a creche (GFA of 170 sqm) set out in 5 No. blocks in line with zoning objective RS – Residential as set out in the Fingal Development Plan 2017 – 2023. The breakdown of each block will contain the following apartments: • Block A1 comprises 15 No. apartments in a block of 3 storeys; • Block A2 comprises 17 No. apartments in a block of 3-4 storeys; • Block B1 comprises 40 No. apartments in a block of 3-5 storeys; • Block B2 comprises 74 No. apartments in a block of 5-8 storeys; • Block B3 comprises 73 No. apartments in a block of 5-9 storeys. The proposed development will also provide for public open space of 1,510 sqm, communal amenity space of 2,020 sqm and a creche (c.170 sqm) with associated play space. Provision of private open space in the form of balconies or terraces is provided to all individual apartments to all elevations. The proposed development will provide 470 no. bicycle parking spaces of which, 348 no. are long term spaces provided in secure bicycle stores, 116 no. are short term space for visitors - mainly distributed at surface level and 6 no. spaces are provided for creche staff. A total of 144 no. car parking spaces are provided, located at surface and undercroft level. This car parking provision includes 14 no Electric Vehicle Chargers, 2 no. car parking spaces to serve the creche staff, 12 visitor spaces (with 3 of those spaces allocated for car sharing) and 2 no. universally accessible spaces. In addition, 6 no. motorcycle spaces are also to be provided. Vehicular, pedestrian and cyclist access routes are provided from a new entrance to the west off Boroimhe Oaks, north of Boroimhe Elms. Pedestrian and cyclist access is also provided along the eastern and the southern boundaries. Improvements to the public footpath are to be provided to the west at the entrance along Boroimhe Oaks and to the south at the boundary to the L2300 (Boroimhe Road). The development will also provide for all associated ancillary site development infrastructure including site clearance / demolition, demolition and partial demolition of boundary walls, the construction of foundations, telecommunications infrastructure, ESB substations, switch room, water tank rooms, storage room, meter room, sprinkler tank room, comms room, bin storage, bicycle stores, green roofs, photovoltaic panels, hard and soft landscaping, two playgrounds, boundary railings and wall, attenuation area and all associated works and infrastructure to facilitate the development including connection to foul and water supply and surface run off. The application contains a statement setting out how the proposal will be consistent with the objectives of the relevant development 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. ABP 314253
The development will consist of:
Applying for permission for Replacement of existing "Garden Centre" sign (approx. 3.8m wide x 2.0m high) with new 6.25m wide x 2.5m high internally illuminated sign on front (south-east facing) elevation of B&Q premises.
Permission for upgrade of the phone Kiosk on the public footpath at Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of the replacement of the existing telephone kiosk with a new telephone kiosk with integral Communication Unit and a 1.53 sq. metre digital advertising display. The proposed structure has an overall height 2.43m, a depth of 0.762m and a width 1.096m.
Permission for the construction of
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.
Demolition of existing single storey cottage (no. 46 Main Street) and an existing single storey extension to the rear of the existing book makers office (no. 48 Main Street); change of use of the remaining ground floor of no. 48 Main Street from book makers office to Cafe/Restaurant, with a further change of use of the first office area to cafe/restaurant associated facilities. Construction of a new two storey building comprising of a new book makers office and and extension of the proposed cafe/restaurant to ground floor with a cafe/restaurant with roof garden area to first floor. Also construction of a residential building to the rear of the site comprising of a three storey building with 3 no. one bed apartments and 2 no. two bed apartments (5 no. apartments in total), cycle parking areas, bin stores, landscaped areas and all associated site development works.
Retention permission for lower ground studio apartment.
Planning permission is sought for the construction of a dormer window to the rear of dwelling and two number Velux style windows to the front.
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.
( A Protected Structure) for the following works; new shopfront signage, repair works to the front facade, two new banking teller counters with security glass above, new internal freestanding ATM machine and meeting booth, new secured access gate and steel railing to match existing to rear wall, new paving to staff area to rear and all associated site works.
Permission for Conversion of existing attic space comprising of modification of existing roof structure, side dormer with A-style roof c/w window, new access stairs and flat roof dormer to the rear.
Planning permission for a 5-storey apartment building to rear of 47 Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin ( a protected structure) comprising ground floor car & cycle parking bin stores, additional storage for residents, with two number one bed apartments on 1st and 2nd floor levels and one two bed apartment on 3rd floor level, 5 number apartments in total and a communal roof garden over at upper level and all associated on site works, accessed via existing vehicular entrance to the side of 47 Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. AI rcvd 23/11/2023
Planning permission is sought by Rubymint Ltd for the retention of a café reduced in size along with associated signage to that previously approved under planning application reference No. - F17A0555, specifically in relation to the change of use from part of the integral off-licence to a café all with associated internal and external alterations including signage to Peacocks Lounge & Bar, Rivervalley, Swords, Co. Dublin.
For permission for development at this site 28 Brackenstown Avenue, Swords, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of a) Alterations to previously approved planning application register ref F20A/0321 to include the removal of the dormer structure on the side elevation and change of roof style from hipped roof to A roof, and b) Alterations to previously approved planning application, register ref: F18A/0555 to provide for a part single storey, part two storey 4-bedroom end terrace house in place of the 2-bedroom detached dwelling granted, and all associated site works.
Permission for a detached for bedroom
Permission for conversion of existing attic space comprising of modifications of existing roof structure, side dormer with A-style roof c/w window, new access stairs and flat roof dormer to the rear.
Permission for conversion of existing attic space comprising of modification of existing roof structure, raising of existing gable c/w window and dutch hip, new access stairs and flat roof dormer to rear. Add Omfo received 21st May 2020.
(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,
Permission for alterations to previously approved plans under planning reference F18A/0546 and is to include to dormer windows at roof level, one hipped dormer on the side elevation and a flat roofed dormer on the rear elevation.
Construction of a Scout Den consisting of a single storey portal frame building with ancillary services and associated site works. This application is concurrent with an application on the adjoining site providing access to services. AI received 25/4/2022 AI deemed significant * Revised public notices (SAI) received 05/05/22
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 construction consisting of: (i) raising the existing ridge line of the dwelling and building a dormer extension to the rear, (ii)A single storey extension to the kitchen at ground floor level consisting of kitchenette / office. Additional Information Received 03/02/2026 Significant Additional Information Received 25/03/2026
The works to include the provision of suitable size roof lights and secondary means of escape window to north and south roof slopes for attic conversion already granted planning permission for habitable use (ref F23A/0137). AI received 31/10/24
The works to include the conversion of existing attic space
Permission for change of use of the first floor toilet area from public toilets to 2 no.units as follows; One unit is proposed as a shop unit (class 1 use) and the second unit is proposed as a skincare clinic (class 2 use). AI received 14/04/21
Planning permission for a development comprising the replacement of existing fascia signage with new internally illuminated fascia signage (3820mm x 500mm) on the south (front) elevation.
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.
Change of use from Office to the ancillary area of a Restaurant which includes a preparation area, storeroom, cold rooms, staff changing area and toilets for use by the Restaurant Patrons.
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
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.
The development will consist of alterations to the grant of permission ref. no. F24A/0608E & ABP-321902-25, comprising a change of house type from the granted Unit 8, Type E, three-bedroom, detached house to a proposed Type C1, four-bedroom, detached house.
Permission is sought for single storey extension to side and rear of existing house, new side access gate to side boundary wall to rear of site, attic conversion, raising of gable end to change roof profile with dormer projecting window to rear and all associated site works.
Conversion of existing attic space
RETENTION permission for (i) ‘commercial sauna’ use; (ii) installation of 1 no. sauna room; and (iii) provision of exterior boundary fence; and PLANNING permission for (a) ‘commercial plunge pool’ use; (b) installation of 1 no. plunge pool; (c) provision of ancillary facilities including an entrance gate, wood store, water tanks, WC, shower area, changing rooms, lockers, office, and covered deck; and (d) all associated site works necessary to facilitate the development.
The development consists of the retention of a single-storey container unit converted for use as a coffee shop with floor area of 18.2 m² together with associated outdoor seating area of 85m², all with associated site works and services.
The development consists of the retention of a single-storey container unit converted for use as a coffee shop with floor area of 18.2 m² together with associated outdoor seating area of 85m² and planning permission is sought for cladding finish the front (south elevation), one side facing the car park (west elevation) and 1.5m to rear (north west elevation) of the named container; 1.5 m² of non-illuminated signage and also 10no. standalone 440mm high timber planters to enclose the seating area, with all with associated site works and services.
The development will consist of the installation of 600 sq. m. of solar panels on the roof of the existing building and all associated works. The application relates to 'relevant solar energy development' RED III development. 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 is subject to section 34D of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended. Where a notice is given under section 34D(b) of the Act, the provisions of article 26A of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 to 2025 shall apply.
The change of use from offices to healthcare use for the 1st floor offices and all associated works.
Alterations to the plans and elevations and the change of use from coffee shop to shop of previously approved development under planning permission Reg Ref F19A/0151 and all associated site works.
The sub-division of retail unit 3 into two separate retail units with associated signage.
The construction of a 169sqm single-storey extension
The construction of a dormer window to the rear.
Planning Permission for a flat roof, single storey extension to rear of existing commercial unit and new signage to front.
The conversion of an existing gym premises at first floor level of 32 to 36 Main Street, Swords to 3 no. apartments consisting of 2 x 2 bedroom apartments and 1 x 1 bedroom apartment. The development involves alterations to existing first floor windows and the construction of 3 no. Balconies, 2 overlooking Main Street and 1 overlooking River Mall. Add Info received 5th August 2020.
Planning permission sought for the following:
A flat roof, single storey extension to rear and for Off Licence subsidiary to the main retail use (4.2sqm) of existing Retail Unit at Unit 4.
The development will consist of change of use of the existing retail unit at ground floor and lower ground floor levels to use as leisure virtual-reality gaming rooms, minor alterations to the existing shopfront to River Mall including new signage and all associated site works. AI Received 01/08/2024 CAI Recevied 11/09/2024
Install 6 no. Antenna and 2 no. Transmission Dishes on supporting poles together with equipment cabinets, cabling and associated site works at the roof level.