Can I cover my entire back garden with an extension of 40sqm?
No. The extension shall not reduce the "Private Open Space" of the back garden to less than 25 sq. m. Hard surface areas to the rear of a...
Can I build a window to the side of my extension?
Yes, providing the following guidelines are applied; Terraced and Semi-Detached Houses: Windows at ground floor level shall not be less...
If I build an attic conversion do I need permission?
Normally no. However, if work involves dormer windows, permission is needed. If velux windows proposed to the rear, it is exempt. If...
Can I provide car parking in my garden without permission?
Yes. To the front or side for not more than 2 cars. (Page 157, Class 6, Part B(ii)) NB. The widening of vehicular entrances is not...
Can I keep a caravan/campervan or boat in my garden without permission?
Yes, subject to: Not more than 1 caravan / campervan or boat; No commercial / advertising use; Not used as a dwelling while stored;...
Can I erect a gate within my property without permission?
Yes, subject to a maximum height of 2m. (Page 157 Class 5, page159 Class 9)
If I am building several apartments in a one block.What is the fee?
The fee is €30 per block of apartments. You do not require a separate commencement notice for each apartment. e.g 100 apts in one block =...
Can I install a chimney, boiler house or oil tank for central heating without permission?
Yes. The capacity of oil tanks shall not exceed 3,500 litres (Page 156,Class 2). Note: from 28.02.07 exemption widened to flue, fuel...
Where the design of a building or work on a building is changed eg: unforeseen site conditions?
A revised Disability Access Certificate is required where significant revision is made to the design or works or a material alteration...
What options has the building owner where the application is refused or granted subject to condition
There is provision for an appeal to An Bord Pleanála in such cases. The appeal must be lodged within 1 month of the date of the decision...
