Office building converted to one residential unit in Portumna

Michael Collins has applied to Galway County Council for a change of use on an office and commercial building situated on Dominic Street in Portumna, Co Galway. The proposal seeks to convert the existing structure into a single residential dwelling, with all necessary services incorporated to make it suitable as a home. The council received the application on 18 April 2026 under reference 2660595. A decision was expected by 12 June 2026 and was issued on 11 June 2026, carrying a conditional status that will allow the conversion to proceed once any stipulated conditions are satisfied. The plan outlines the creation of one overall residential unit from the current building and its associated site services. For full details see Galway County Council planning file 2660595.

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