Planning application 2660819 — Lifford

Donegal County Council has granted conditional approval for a planning application submitted by David Lyle, who seeks to construct an extension to his existing dwelling at 90 St. Finian’s Park in Ballynally, Moville Lifford PO, Co Donegal. The proposal includes renovation works, elevational alterations and associated site development work.

The council received the application on 7 May 2026 and was due to decide by 1 July 2026. A decision was issued on 18 June 2026, with a conditional status that allows the works to proceed subject to the conditions set out in the planning permission. The approval falls under the authority of Donegal County Council for the Moville area.

The application is part of a broader pattern of residential development activity in Moville. Other recent applications include an extension to an existing agricultural shed at Gulladoo, a change of use from commercial to residential on Lower Main Street, and completion works relating to earlier permissions. These decisions illustrate the council’s ongoing engagement with local housing and land‑use changes.

The conditional approval means that Lyle must comply with any conditions imposed by the council before construction can commence. While the exact nature of these conditions is not detailed in the public record, they typically cover matters such as design compliance, environmental impact mitigation, and site access arrangements.

Residents of Ballynally and the wider Moville community will likely see a modest increase in local housing stock following the completion of this extension. The council’s decision reflects its commitment to managing growth while maintaining the character of the area.

The application was filed under reference 2660819, and the full description can be found on the Donegal County Council Planning portal. For further information, readers may consult the council’s official planning documents or contact the council directly.

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