The retention of foundations and permission for the construction of a two-storey dwelling

Sinead Browne has applied to Longford County Council for permission to retain the foundations of an existing structure and to build a new two‑storey dwelling house on the site at Cloonfin, Ballinalee, Co Longford. The proposal also includes a proprietary wastewater treatment system, a tertiary treatment unit or polishing filter, and all associated site development works and ancillary works.

The council’s planning file lists significant further information that underpins the application. This includes a revised site suitability assessment and site characterisation report prepared in line with the EPA Code of Practice for domestic wastewater treatment systems (Population Equivalent = 10, 2021). A completed local need form and supporting documentation have also been submitted. The revised development description clarifies that the proposal concerns both the retention of foundations and the construction of a new, standalone development at the specified location.

Longford County Council has issued a conditional decision on 19 May 2026, indicating that the application is being considered and that further conditions may be imposed before final approval is granted. The decision reflects the council’s requirement for detailed environmental and site suitability information before granting permission for new residential development.

The application is part of the council’s broader work to address local housing needs, though the specific project at Cloonfin is a private residential development rather than a social housing scheme. The council’s planning process requires that all proposed works meet environmental and safety standards, and the inclusion of a dedicated wastewater treatment system is a key element of the proposal’s compliance with local regulations.

For further details, see the Longford County Council planning file.

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