Decision on Dublin Road housing development in Dundalk appealed

The decision by Louth County to grant planning permission for a new housing development at the Dublin Road in Dundalk has been appealed to An Bord Pleanála.

Molaris Limited was granted planning permission in September, for the development on a site bound by the Dublin Road (R132) to the west, an existing dwelling to the north and an existing dwelling known as St Cecilia's to the south and by an open ditch to the east.

The development would see the demolition of an existing derelict structure on site and the construction of 39 dwellings, comprising six one-bed; 12 two-bed and 21 three bed homes, in a combination of houses and duplex apartments ranging in height from two to three storey. The duplex apartments are provided with balconies.

A new vehicular access is also planned from the R132 as part of the development, as well as all associated site development works.

Louth County Council sought further information on the proposed development in February of this year. Significant further information was provided to the local planning authority on 28 July, which included proposals to reduce the number of homes from 39 to 37.

Two third party appeals were lodged with An Bord Pleanála, against Louth County Council's decision on 4 October and 5 October.

Brian McElarney and Helen O'Connell lodged the third party appeals, with the case due to be decided by An Bord Pleanála by 15 February 2024.