Two-storey home extended with new single-storey addition; conservatory demolished

Ciaran McCabe of Graddum in Crosserlough, Co. Cavan, has received permission from Cavan County Council to extend his two‑storey house. The planning application, reference 2660041, was submitted on 30 January 2026 and was due for decision on 5 May 2026. The council issued its decision on 1 May 2026, granting the extension with a number of conditions.

The approved works involve the demolition of an existing conservatory on the south‑east side of the property. In its place a new single‑storey extension will be built to the side and rear of the existing dwelling. The plans also call for an additional window to be installed on the north elevation of the house, along with internal alterations to accommodate the new space. All associated site works are included in the application.

The decision was made under the council’s “alter and extend existing two‑storey dwelling” category. The applicant, Mr McCabe, is the owner of the property at Graddum, Crosserlough, with the postcode A82 W8F5. The council’s decision code is listed as CONDITIONAL, indicating that the approval is subject to the conditions set out in the council’s decision letter. While the specific conditions are not detailed in the public summary, they typically cover matters such as building standards, drainage, and compliance with local planning policies.

Cavan County Council’s planning department has been busy with a number of similar applications in the area. In the same week, the council received a request to alter a site in Omard Ballyheelan, Co. Cavan, under a previously approved reference (05/934). Other recent applications in the county include a single‑storey dwelling with a new entrance and associated site development works in Drummallaght, a new single‑storey extension to the side of an existing dwelling in a different part of the county, and a two‑storey rear extension to an empty shop in Bailieborough. These projects reflect a broader trend of residential development and renovation across the county, with many homeowners seeking to increase living space or modernise their properties.

The decision for Mr McCabe’s extension follows a pattern of approvals that balance the desire for home improvement with the need to preserve the character of rural communities. The council’s planning guidelines emphasise that any new construction should be sympathetic to the existing architectural style and should not adversely affect the surrounding environment. In the case of the Graddum property, the removal of the conservatory and the addition of a single‑storey extension are likely to be viewed as a modest change that maintains the overall scale of the house.

The council’s decision process typically involves a review of the application against the county’s planning policy, local development plans, and any relevant national guidelines. Once a decision is made, the council publishes the outcome on its website and provides a summary of the conditions that must be met before construction can commence. Homeowners are required to comply with these conditions and may need to submit additional documentation or obtain further approvals before work begins.

Mr McCabe’s project is expected to add valuable living space to his home, potentially creating a new bedroom or a larger living area. The addition of a window on the north side will also improve natural light and ventilation, enhancing the overall comfort of the dwelling. The demolition of the conservatory, while removing a feature that may have been used for leisure or storage, is part of the council’s assessment that the new extension will better serve the homeowner’s needs.

The council’s decision was made by the planning committee, which met in May 2026 to consider the application. The committee’s report, which is available on the council’s website, confirms that the extension meets the necessary criteria and that the conditions imposed will ensure compliance with building regulations and local planning policies.

The approval of Mr McCabe’s extension is part of a wider trend of residential development in Crosserlough and the surrounding areas. As the county continues to grow, the council remains committed to ensuring that new construction projects are carried out responsibly and in line with the community’s long‑term interests.

For more details on the decision and the conditions attached, readers can refer to the original council decision documents.

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