Planning application received: The change of use of part of the vacant former Tramore CBS three storey school building from educational use/community i

Waterford City and County Council received a planning application on 9 June 2026 from the former Tramore CBS Site on St. Otterans Terrace in Tramore, Co. Waterford. The proposal seeks to change part of the vacant three‑storey school building from educational use or community infrastructure into residential accommodation.

Applicants propose a total of twelve residential units: on the lower ground floor two one‑bedroom and two two‑bedroom apartments; on the upper storey three one‑bedroom and one two‑bedroom unit; and on the first floor another set of three one‑bedroom and one two‑bedroom units. The design would involve re‑fenestration of existing elevations to accommodate the new layout, addition of external balconies at the upper levels, and alterations to site boundaries.

Other works include converting an existing single‑storey monopitch open shed outbuilding into a bin store, bike store and bulk storage facility, provision of on‑site car parking and associated siteworks. The application is still pending; a decision is expected by 3 August 2026.

Tramore lies on the south coast of County Waterford, a county noted for its rugged mountains, Blackwater Valley and golden beaches. In recent years Waterford has become a popular destination for visitors seeking historic sites, cycling routes such as the Waterford Greenway and local food experiences.

For more information see the planning application on localnews.ie.

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