314-unit residential scheme approved as amendment to existing larger development

Castlethorn Construction ULC has lodged an application with Meath County Council for a substantial residential development on roughly 7.93 hectares in Dunboyne. The proposed site lies between Station Road to the south and the railway line to the west. The scheme would comprise 314 units, including 234 houses of two to three storeys with a mix of two‑, three‑ and four‑bedroom layouts, and four apartment blocks ranging from one to five storeys that would contain 80 apartments. A childcare facility is planned for the ground floor of one of the apartment blocks.

The application is being considered as an amendment to an existing larger development plan for the area. While the council has not yet granted approval, the proposal is currently under review. If approved, the development would add a significant number of homes to the Dunboyne area, potentially addressing local housing demand.

The project’s scale and mix of housing types reflect a broader trend in the county to increase residential supply while incorporating community amenities such as childcare. The council’s planning committee will assess the proposal against local planning policies, environmental considerations, and infrastructure capacity before making a decision.

For further information, see the Meath County Council planning documents at https://localnews.ie/planning/meath/2660481/.

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