Planning application · Galway City Council

Development which consists of: The development consists of the following…

1 Williamsgate Street , Townparks Td , Galway

2660294 · GalwayLodged
Reference
2660294
Planning authority
Galway City Council
Received
14 Aug 2026
Decision due
8 Oct 2026
Status
Lodged
Use
Retail
Site area
0.011 ha

Proposed development

Permission for development which consists of: The development consists of the following: (1) The retention of the change of use of the existing ground floor premises from a retail unit to a café. (2) The retention of internal alterations associated with café use, including the provision of internal seating areas, ice-cream service counter, sinks and associated fixtures. (3) The retention of works carried out to the front façade of the premises, including: a) The installation of a new canopy to the front façade, b) The installation of new signage to the front façade c) Alterations made to the external elevation of the premises. The proposed development comprises works to a Protected Structure (RPS No. 11001).

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The application has been lodged and validated. The council has eight weeks to decide, unless it asks for further information. The council's decision is due by 8 Oct 2026.

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