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06 Sept 2025

Plans to demolish pub and shop in Offaly and build houses refused

Plans to demolish shop and pub in Offaly to make way for houses blocked

Plans to demolish shop and pub in Offaly to make way for houses blocked

Plans to demolish a shop and pub in Offaly to make way for houses blocked by Offaly County Council.

Permission was sought by Paul Flint to demolish the existing public house formerly known as The Hoppers Pub, a derelict shop and existing shop. 

Once the site was cleared, the plan was construct eight two-storey, semi-detached, three bedroom townhouses. 

Also included in the plans was a new access roadway, boundary treatment and all associated works. 

However Offaly County Council has refused permission for the planned development.

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