ERECTION OF DWELLING HOUSE WITH WASTE WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND PERCOLATION AREA

Michael Clark has applied to Donegal County Council for permission to erect a dwelling house at Moyle Hill in Milford, Letterkenny PO, together with a waste‑water treatment system and a percolation area. The application also covers all associated site works required for the development.

The planning reference for the proposal is 25/50077 REFERS. It was submitted on 15 May 2026 and the council’s decision was released on 2 July 2026, with the outcome described as conditional. The decision code recorded by the council is “CONDITIONAL”, indicating that while approval has been granted, certain conditions must be met before construction can proceed.

The application details that the dwelling house will incorporate a dedicated waste‑water treatment system designed to manage domestic effluent on site, and a percolation area for infiltration of runoff. The proposal also includes all necessary site works such as earthworks, drainage, access roads and any required infrastructure to support the new building and its utilities.

Donegal County Council is the authority responsible for reviewing and approving planning applications in the Letterkenny area. The council’s decision process follows statutory guidelines that require a thorough assessment of environmental impact, compliance with local development plans, and adherence to building regulations.

The conditional approval means that Mr Clark will need to satisfy any conditions set by the council before construction can commence. These may involve detailed engineering plans, environmental monitoring arrangements or other safeguards to protect the surrounding area.

This planning application is part of a broader trend in Letterkenny where developers are seeking integrated waste‑water solutions for new residential projects. The council’s decision reflects its commitment to ensuring that such developments meet contemporary sustainability and environmental standards.

For more details see the council file (ref 2650074) on localnews.ie.

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