Retention and Permission for: 1. The demolition of houses Nos 2

A planning application has been lodged with Louth County Council for significant works to a terrace of properties in Dundalk. Barry McCourt is seeking both retention and permission for a series of demolition and restoration projects affecting six adjoining houses.

The proposals include the complete demolition of three of the properties, alongside partial demolition of two others. The entrance to the rear of the terrace is to be enlarged and raised in height, which would result in the removal of the ground floor level of one house. Four of the properties would have their structural elements—floors, walls and roof—reinstated as part of the scheme.

The application suggests an ambitious restructuring of the terrace, balancing demolition with selective restoration work. Such projects in town centres often aim to breathe new life into older building stock while preserving elements of architectural or historical value.

The council will assess the application against planning policy, heritage considerations, and local development standards before reaching a decision.

For full details, interested parties can view the application through Louth County Council's planning portal.

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