New entrance and gates added to existing house

Philomena McShane has applied to Monaghan County Council for permission to build a new entrance to her dwelling at Monagor in Castleblayney. The proposal includes the construction of gates and piers as well as general site improvements around the entrance area. The application was received on 30 April 2026, with a decision due by 24 June 2026; it was granted on 23 June 2026 under a conditional decision code.

The work will see a new site entrance to the existing dwelling, gates and piers together with ancillary and associated site works. The council’s decision is conditional, meaning that certain conditions must be satisfied before construction can commence.

Monaghan County Council is also involved in other local developments. A €14.6 million funding package for the Castleblayney Market House was announced, while a separate €15 million regeneration project is set to bring jobs and economic boost to the town. In addition, the council has hosted a public information event in Smithborough as part of its Community Vision and Spatial Land Use Plan.

The Monagor site falls within the jurisdiction of Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan. The applicant, Philomena McShane, is the owner of the property. The planning file reference for this application is 2660171.

For more information, see Monaghan County Council planning file 2660171.

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