Retention & Permission: Retention permission is sought for the retention of an existing

Danielle Duffy has lodged a planning application with Louth County Council for the retention of an existing ground‑floor extension at No 61 Oaklawns, St Alphonsus Road, Dundalk, Co Louth, and for the construction of a first‑floor extension above that ground‑floor addition. The proposal, which is currently in pre‑validation, will also involve elevational changes to the side and rear of the existing dwelling. The application was received by the council on 15 May 2026, and a decision is expected by 9 July 2026. The council’s decision code is listed as N/A, indicating that the application has not yet been fully assessed.

The development seeks to retain the current ground‑floor extension while adding a new first‑floor level, thereby increasing the usable space of the property. The applicant has indicated that the changes will be made to the side and rear elevations of the house, but no further details on the design or dimensions have been disclosed in the planning file. As the application is still in the pre‑validation stage, the council has not yet examined the technical aspects of the proposal, such as compliance with local planning policies or the impact on the surrounding area.

The Irish Independent has reported on the application, noting that the council has considered the retention changes at the Dundalk development. However, the coverage does not confirm whether permission has been granted, and the decision remains pending. The council’s website lists the application under reference 2660290, and the decision deadline is set for 9 July 2026. Residents and interested parties can monitor the progress of the application through the council’s planning portal.

For more details, see the Louth County Council planning file (Reference 2660290) and the Irish Independent coverage.

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