Demolition of an existing house and the construction of a new four bedroom

Michael and Claire Delaney have submitted a planning application to Longford County Council for the demolition of an existing house on Drinan Road in Ballymahon, Co Longford, and the erection of a new four‑bedroom dwelling. The proposal calls for a single‑storey residence that incorporates a storey‑and‑a‑half element, along with a detached single‑storey domestic garage. In addition to the main building, the plan includes a secondary treatment system and a soil polishing filter to manage stormwater runoff.

The developers intend to utilise the existing access road and site utilities, carrying out all necessary facilitating works and associated site development as part of the project. The application, reference number 2660137, was received by the council on 27 April 2026 and carries a conditional decision code. Longford County Council set a deadline for the final decision of 21 June 2026, which it delivered on 12 June 2026.

The council’s approval will allow the Delaneys to proceed with the demolition and construction works under the conditions outlined in the planning permission. The project is expected to enhance housing provision within Ballymahon while incorporating environmentally responsible drainage solutions.

For further details, see Longford County Council’s planning file 2660137.

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