Plans lodged for new housing scheme in Laois

Plans have been lodged with Laois County Council for a new housing scheme in Durrow. An application has been submitted by William Ward for permission to build ten new homes at Mill Road. 

The proposed housing scheme includes one four-bed detached two-storey property, one four-bed detached two-storey, two three-bed semi-detached bungalows, two three-bed semi-detached two-storey properties, two three-bed semi-detached two-storey houses and two three-bed semi-detached two-storey houses. The application also seeks permission for "site entrance and all associated site development works including new access road, shared surfaces, footpaths, parking, boundary treatments, drainage, and landscape/amenity."

"The development consists of 10 houses designed as a mix of semi-detached and  detached units, ranging from three to four bedrooms. This provides variety for different  family sizes and demographics, including first-time buyers, families, and downsizers.  The homes will feature a contemporary style with subtle references to the local  vernacular architecture, including pitched roofs, modest building heights, and materials  like stone, brick, and timber," said the planning documents. 

"The 10% Social / Affordable requirement of Part V will also be met  and delivered. The variety of dwelling type across a scheme of this size gives future  residents the opportunity to stay within an area and enjoy the benefits of a community 

that will establish itself over time."

The application states that it will include twelve parking spaces for the development.