Planning application · Westmeath County Council

Retention permission which is sought at Greatdown, The Downs

Greatdown, The Downs, Mullingar Westmeath

2660533 · WestmeathLodged

0.181 ha · Lodged

Planning application 2660533 to Westmeath County Council: Retention permission which is sought for the change of use to the garage to the southwest of the site, at Greatdown, The Downs, Mullingar Westmeath. A council decision is due by 29 November 2026.

Timeline

  1. Application lodged
  2. Council decision due

Key facts

Reference
2660533
Planning authority
Westmeath County Council
Received
5 Oct 2026
Decision due
29 Nov 2026
Status
Lodged
Use
Residential
Floor area (estimated)
32 m²
Read from the description, not stated on the register.
Site area
0.181 ha

Proposed development

Retention permission which is sought for the change of use to the garage to the southwest of the site, from previously use domestic storage shed/garage, to domestic (habitable) use, consisting of a playroom, W/C and utility. Retention permission is sought to retain the existing extension (31.6sq m) to the rear (southeast) of the existing dwelling. The extension consists of a bedroom, kitchen and dining area and all associated site works

Planning status

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 29 Nov 2026.

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