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  1. planningPlanning application received: to construct two-storey dwelling, conservatory, detached garage with loft...
  2. planningPlanning conditional: to renovate existing single storey dwelling, demolish existing derelict extensions to...
  3. planningPlanning conditional: for retention of (1) existing agricultural slatted shed extension incorporating...
  4. planningRetention of altered dwelling house with extended floor area and gallery level
  5. planningFor temporary planning permission ( 5 yr ) to Provide hardstanding area
  6. planningSingle-storey house with new entrance and wastewater system approved

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Retention of altered dwelling house with extended floor area and gallery level

Peter McKiernan is seeking permission to keep a dwelling house at Ardloughter, Ballyconnell that was built with some changes from the original approved design. The main changes include extending the floor area with a rear extension that now has a gallery level, plus some minor adjustments to the building's exterior.

Peter McKiernan
File ref: 2660253 · Cavan County Council
13 May 2026 · Cavan County Council (Planning)

For temporary planning permission ( 5 yr ) to Provide hardstanding area

Cavan Canoe Club is seeking permission for temporary planning permission ( 5 yr ) to Provide hardstanding area, approx 14m x 16m, to erect 3no steel containers, fencing and gates for the storage of kayaking equipment at Ballinamore Road, Derryginny,, Ballyconnell,, Co. Cavan. New Application.

Cavan Canoe Club
File ref: 2660240 · Cavan County Council
08 May 2026 · Cavan County Council (Planning)

Single-storey house with new entrance and wastewater system approved

Charlotte Duffy has been given the go-ahead to build a single-storey house at Cormeen, Ballyconnell. The development includes a new entrance, driveway, wastewater treatment system, and percolation area. The decision came through in May 2026 with conditions attached.

Charlotte Duffy
File ref: 2660116 · Cavan County Council
07 May 2026 · Cavan County Council (Planning)

Court Reports

Cases and rulings mentioning Ballyconnell from local newspapers and Courts News Ireland.

Central Criminal Court 2026-06-02 Courts News Ireland

'A shocking, shocking tragedy': man must first serve six-year term for trying to murder father before starting life sentence for murdering mother, judge rules

(Pictured: Sentencing judge Mr Justice Tony Hunt. Photo: Collins) A Cavan man must serve a six-year prison sentence for trying to murder his father before beginning a life sentence for murdering his mother in attacks of “extreme violence” carried out within the family home, a...

Central Criminal Court 2026-04-27 Courts News Ireland

Man admits to murdering mother, attempted murder of father

A 32-year-old man from Ballyconnell, County Cavan, has pleaded guilty to murder and attempted murder before the Central Criminal Court. Danny Heyneman admitted to the murder of Annie Heyneman at a family home in Kilnavart on January 11, 2025, and to attempting to murder Henk...

Central Criminal Court 2023-12-18 Courts News Ireland

Murder accused in tears as jury fail to reach verdict

A woman accused of murdering her former housemate became visibly distressed when a jury at the Central Criminal Court failed to reach a verdict following a month-long trial. The jury of twelve spent seven hours and 33 minutes deliberating before informing Mr Justice Paul...

Central Criminal Court 2023-12-13 Courts News Ireland

Woman had no motive to kill former lover, defence tell jury

At the Central Criminal Court, defence counsel has urged a jury to acquit Nicola Brennan of murdering Juris Viktorovs in Ballyconnell, County Wicklow, on 10 February 2022. Colman Cody SC submitted that the evidence against his client does not establish guilt beyond reasonable...

Central Criminal Court 2023-11-24 Courts News Ireland

Woman describes moment partner was stabbed by housemate

A woman has testified at the Central Criminal Court describing how her partner was fatally stabbed in their bedroom at Shillelagh, Ballyconnell, County Wicklow, on February 10, 2022. Nicola Brennan, aged 33, of no fixed abode, has pleaded not guilty to the murder of Juris...

Central Criminal Court 2023-11-21 Courts News Ireland

Woman alleged to have stabbed housemate in chest

A 33-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to the murder of a 36-year-old man at a house in Ballyconnell, County Cavan on February 10, 2022. The Central Criminal Court heard that Nicola Brennan is alleged to have stabbed her housemate in the chest after her partner asked the...

Central Criminal Court 2023-11-21 Courts News Ireland

Jury sworn in for trial of woman accused of Wicklow murder

A jury has been sworn in at the Central Criminal Court for the trial of a woman charged with murder in County Wicklow. Nicola Brennan, aged 33 and originally from County Carlow, faces a charge of murdering Juris Viktorovs at a residence in Shillelagh on February 10, 2022. Ms...