The construction of a two-storey dwelling house with external terrace area and multiple

A planning application submitted by Sandra Brett and Jaime O’Dwyer for a new two‑storey dwelling on Top Road in Strandhill, Co. Sligo, was rejected by Sligo County Council. The proposal would have included an external terrace area and several storage spaces, along with connections to the existing vehicular and pedestrian entrances and to current services. The applicants also outlined the necessary site development and engineering works required to support the new building.

The council received the application on 8 May 2026 and was due to decide by 2 July 2026. The decision, issued on 30 June 2026, carries a REFUSED code (reference 2660176). No further details of the reasons for refusal were provided in the council’s brief.

The decision means that no construction will proceed at this site under the current proposal. Residents and developers interested in the outcome can consult the full planning file held by Sligo County Council. For more information, see the council’s planning record (ref 2660176).

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