For demolition of existing barn building and renovation

Peter and Anne Lysaght have lodged a planning application with Galway County Council for the demolition of an existing barn at Culleen, Tobar Bioróige, Cong (F31 DX74). The proposal, which is currently in pre‑validation, also covers extensive renovation and extension work on the adjacent stone dormer cottage. The applicants intend to install three rooflight windows on the front elevation, replace the cottage roof with slate, widen the existing entrance gateway, and construct a new extension that will replicate the footprint of the barn that is to be removed. In addition, a new wastewater treatment system and all associated site works are included in the plans.

The application, reference number 2660793, was received by the council on 20 May 2026. Galway County Council will decide on the proposal by 14 July 2026. The decision will determine whether the Lysaghts can proceed with the demolition of the barn and the proposed alterations to the cottage and surrounding site. The application is part of a series of planning decisions being considered in County Galway, and its outcome will be announced once the council completes its review.

For further details, see the original planning application on the Galway County Council website.

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