Permission to construct a new bungalow style dwelling house with associated effluent

Stephen McCabe has applied to Monaghan County Council for permission to build a new bungalow‑style dwelling at Racaulfield in Clones, Co Monaghan. The proposal includes an associated effluent treatment system and a soil‑polishing filter, and it will make use of the existing domestic laneway and entrance. All ancillary site works are also covered in the application.

The council received the application on 31 March 2026 and, after a review, issued a conditional decision on 15 May 2026. The decision is set to be finalised on 25 May 2026. The conditional nature of the approval means that certain conditions must be met before construction can commence, although the council has not yet specified the exact requirements.

A notable feature of the plan is the retention of a disused mobile home on the site during the construction period. The mobile home will be removed at a later date, after the new dwelling has been completed. This approach is intended to minimise disruption to the surrounding area while the works are carried out.

The bungalow will be constructed in a style that is consistent with the local architectural character of Clones, and the effluent treatment system is designed to meet the environmental standards set by the council. The soil‑polishing filter will help to manage runoff and protect the surrounding land.

The decision by Monaghan County Council reflects the council’s ongoing commitment to carefully assess residential developments in the area, balancing the need for new housing with environmental and community considerations. Residents and local stakeholders will be able to review the full planning file, reference 2623, to see the details of the application and the conditions attached to the approval.

For more information, see the Monaghan County Council planning file 2623.

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