The proposed construction of two semi-detached type dwellings to be serviced with the

Mel Clancy has applied for permission to construct two semi‑detached dwellings on the Smithfield site in Lenamore, Legan, County Longford. The proposal would use the existing entrance and involve demolition of two storage sheds whose boundary walls would be lowered to improve vehicular sightlines. Connections to the foul sewer and water main are planned, while surface water would be routed to a soakpit fitted with an oil‑and‑fuel interceptor. Car parking spaces are included in the site layout plan together with all ancillary works.

The application was submitted to Longford County Council on 28 April 2026 under file number 2660139. The council had set a decision date of 22 June 2026, but the proposal was refused on 12 June 2026. The decision was issued by the council’s planning authority and is now recorded as REFUSED.

Mel Clancy is listed as the applicant, with architect/agent Stephen Ryan acting on his behalf. The site address remains Smithfield, Lenamore, Legan, Co Longford.

For more information see the council’s decision notice (file 2660139).

Summary written by localnews.ie from the original source coverage. Click through for the full report.