Derelict cottage transformed into two-storey home with extension and new garage

Incomplete application – more information needed from applicant

James Laura Black wants to completely overhaul a derelict cottage in Ballinlough by removing the roof, adding a two-storey extension to the rear, building a second storey on the existing walls, and constructing a separate double garage beside the property. A new driveway and wastewater treatment system would also be installed.

Full description from the council file

Removing the existing roof from the derelict cottage. Removing the small rear entrance section to the cottage, adding an external wall with insulation to the existing walls. Adding a new two story extension to the rear of the cottage. Building a second story on the remaining existing cottage walls. Building a freestanding double garage to the side of the property. Creating a gravel drive from the existing site entrance up to the front of the cottage and also up to the new garage. Having a new waste water treatment plant system installed at

Details

Reference: 2660162
Applicant: James Laura Black
Site address: The Cottage, Carrowreah, Ballinlough, F45 NH26
Status: Incompleted Application
Date received: April 15, 2026
Authority: Roscommon County Council

Source: Roscommon County Council planning portal. Full file, drawings, observations and decision documents are on the council's own ePlan site — view application 2660162 on the council portal →.
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