LiLeinster InsiderNewsletter
Leinster · planning · Co. Carlow

Planning applications in Co. Carlow

Every planning application lodged in Co. Carlow in the last 12 months: what has been applied for, what was granted or refused, how long decisions take, and what is under appeal. Compiled weekly from the official DHLGH planning layer, with a source link on every record.

Applications received 13 Oct 2025 to 13 Oct 2026 · Irish Planning Applications, DHLGH ArcGIS FeatureServer, CC-BY 4.0 · RSS

Co. Carlow planning, 12 months to 13 Oct 2026

Applications received506
Granted230
Refused27
Refusal rate (of decided)10.5%
Median time to decision55 days
Withdrawn14
Still in the system235
Taken to appeal8
Newsletter
Get new Co. Carlow planning applications by email

A weekly note when applications are lodged or decided in Co. Carlow. The observation window for objections is about five weeks from lodgement - weekly means you hear in time.

Latest applications

The 40 most recently lodged applications, to 13 Oct 2026. The source link opens the application file on the council's own planning register.

ReceivedDevelopmentTownUnitsDecision dueSource
1 Oct 2026an existing single storey shed and all associated site worksTullow–25 Nov 20262660298
30 Sept 2026revisions to part of the residential development previously permitted under Planning Ref. 25/60228. It is proposed to extend the site to the...Tullow–24 Nov 20262660297
29 Sept 2026construction of a new dwelling, domestic garage, new wastewater treatment unit and percolation area, new well, new entrance onto public road and...––23 Nov 20262660296
29 Sept 2026construct four bedroom detached, two storey dwelling, treatment system, percolation area and all associated site worksGraiguecullen123 Nov 20262660693
28 Sept 2026proposed change of use of existing retail unit to office use (to ground floor of existing four storey complex) internal alterations and minor...Carlow–22 Nov 20262660295
28 Sept 2026retain a takeaway coffee unit, seated waiting area, existing signage and all associated site worksCarlow––2660685
28 Sept 2026construct a single storey storey extension to the side / front of existing single storey dwelling house, all ancillary site works and servicesGraiguecullen––2660686
27 Sept 2026to construct a single storey storey extension to the side / front of existing single storey dwelling house, all ancillary site works and servicesGraiguecullen––2660682
24 Sept 2026the construction, of a new private dwelling house, domestic garage, proprietary sewage treatment system and percolation area, site entrance and...Graiguecullen–18 Nov 20262660294
22 Sept 2026existing domestic use steel frame shed (32.64m2) and all ancillary site worksCarlow––2618
22 Sept 2026the conversion of existing retail space into residential accommodation, demolition of existing rear extensions, construction of new rear extension...––16 Nov 20262660292
22 Sept 2026A) Construction of a new first floor mezzanine of 58.2 m² within the existing Empower Fitness gym premises. B) Provision of a new internal staircase...Carlow––2660293
21 Sept 2026THE INSTALLATION OF AN OFF-LICENCE AREA FOR THE SALE OF BEER AND SPIRITS OFF THE PREMISES, INSTALLATION OF A PIZZA TAKEAWAY FACILITY WITHIN THE...Tullow–15 Nov 20262660290
21 Sept 2026the construction of single storey building to be used for storage and meeting room, permission for new fencing to part of Northern and Western...Carlow––2660291
19 Sept 2026domestic garage with granny Flat, log store & Burner and all associated site works––13 Nov 20262660289
18 Sept 2026a 10-year permission for the development. The development will consist of the construction of BESS, tail-fed 220kV step-up transformer and all...Tullow–12 Nov 20262660287
18 Sept 2026construction of a underground slurry tank 38m long, 5m wide and 2.4m deep and all associated site works––12 Nov 20262660288
17 Sept 2026the demolition of a single storey extension to the rear of existing dwelling, permission for the construction of a new replacement two storey...Carlow–11 Nov 20262660286
16 Sept 2026the renovation of the existing Dwelling, to include the demolition of the existing Porch the construction of a 2 storey extension to the rear...Carlow–10 Nov 20262660285
15 Sept 2026a change of use from a Credit Union Office to a dwelling unit, together with minor alterations to the front elevation of same––9 Nov 20262660284
14 Sept 2026extension of duration of PL20/463 for construction of a single storey dwelling, with bored well, entrance off existing laneway, two storey...––8 Nov 20262617
14 Sept 2026the construction, of a new private dwelling house, domestic garage, proprietary sewage treatment system and percolation area, site entrance and...Graiguecullen––2660279
14 Sept 2026the construction, of a new private dwelling house, domestic garage, proprietary sewage treatment system and percolation area, site entrance and...Graiguecullen–8 Nov 20262660280
14 Sept 2026the retention of the partial conversion and continued use of the existing stable yard outbuildings, located within the curtilage of Burgage House...––8 Nov 20262660281
14 Sept 2026Construction of a underground slurry tank and associated concrete apron.–––2660282
12 Sept 2026development of the alteration, renovation and extension to the existing hostel including Change of Use to a Domestic Violence Refuge development...Carlow–6 Nov 20262660277
12 Sept 2026the renovation of the existing Dwelling, to include the demolition of the existing Porch the construction of a 2 storey extension to the rear...Carlow––2660278
11 Sept 2026retain alterations to previously granted planning PL. No. 05/14 to include repositioning of dwelling on site, the construction of a two-storey...Graiguecullen–5 Nov 20262660640
10 Sept 2026the temporary placement of a mobile home on site for the duration of the construction of dwelling house as granted under PL Ref: 25/60033 and...––4 Nov 20262660276
9 Sept 2026previously approved planning permission Ref: 24/60027 to (1) Increase roof height and construct a hip into existing front elevation roof of the newly...––3 Nov 20262660275
8 Sept 2026alterations to existing granted planning permission, planning reference 25/60181. These alterations include the allowed of imported material...––2 Nov 20262660273
8 Sept 2026a Change Of Use from a Credit Union Office to a dwelling unit, at Main Street, Hacketsown, Co. Carlow, together with minor alterations to the front...–––2660274
7 Sept 2026the placement of a mobile home on site to the side of the existing dwelling house ancillary to the use of same, to connect mobile home to existing...––1 Nov 20262660272
4 Sept 2026a single storey dwelling, septic tank, and percolation area, bored well, vehicular entrance and all associated site works––29 Oct 20262660270
4 Sept 2026a two-storey extension to the rear of existing two storey dwelling, detached garage with loft area, relocation of granted entrance, the installation...Tullow–29 Oct 20262660271
3 Sept 2026construction of livestock underpass with access roadways, effluent storage tanks and all ancillary site works––28 Oct 20262660268
1 Sept 2026the provision of new underground fuel tanks (2No. 40,000 litres) to replace the existing (1No. 30,000 litres, 2No. 20,000 litre and 1No. 10,000...Tullow–26 Oct 20262660265
1 Sept 2026install wall and roof cladding to three existing storage racking structures, the erection of advertising signage, together with all associated site...Carlow–26 Oct 20262660592
31 Aug 2026the construction of a new dwelling, domestic garage, new treatment unit and soil polishing filter, new well, new entrance onto existing lane which...––25 Oct 20262660263
31 Aug 20269no. two storey terraced dwellings as constructed (slightly revised positions on site, minor alterations) and associated site works granted under...––25 Oct 20262660264

Latest decisions

The 40 most recent decisions on applications received in the window, including refusals, to 13 Oct 2026.

DecidedDevelopmentTownOutcomeSource
1 Oct 2026construct single storey dwelling house with front and rear shed dormer windows , a detached single storey garage, new entrance and driveway, the...CarlowGranted2633
30 Sept 2026a dwelling house with services, domestic garage and all associated site works–Refused2660249
25 Sept 2026(1) the erection of extensions to dwelling house, (2) installation of External Wall Insulation with plaster finish, (3) erection of domestic...–Granted2660104
25 Sept 2026an existing camping facility (previously granted under planning reference 10/266 and 18/25 ) which includes retention of reading building, 1 static...–Granted2560344
25 Sept 2026the installation of 3 no. electric vehicle (EV) chargers, ancillary equipment and all associated site development worksCarlowGranted2660245
23 Sept 2026(i) Industrial / Commercial Building incorporating office accommodation, storage areas, manufacturing area and associated plant area (ii) Retention...TullowGranted2660244
23 Sept 2026the development of a "T" shaped single story dwelling house with different roof levels, a detached single story garage, new entrance and driveway...–Granted2615
23 Sept 20261) Demolition of part of an existing non-original rear extension, 2) New single storey rear extension, 3) All ancillary site worksCarlowGranted2660148
21 Sept 2026the construction, of a new private dwelling house, domestic garage, proprietary sewage treatment system and percolation area, site entrance and...TullowRefused2660240
18 Sept 2026changes to parking area and landscaping layout to that previously granted under file ref 21/124 & all associated site worksCarlowGranted2660167
18 Sept 2026a temporary period of time not exceeding 3 years, for the construction of a single storey residential cabin, connection to services, and all...TullowRefused2560421
18 Sept 2026alterations to existing dwelling to include changes to elevations, the construction of a single storey extension to the rear elevation, the raising...CarlowGranted2660237
18 Sept 2026two Storey Dwelling as Built previously approved under Planning Ref 21518 and all associated site worksCarlowGranted2660243
17 Sept 2026the construction of a first-floor extension to the West elevation of existing dwelling all associated site worksCarlowGranted2660234
14 Sept 2026an existing mobile home and all ancillary site works and Planning Permission for restoration works to existing two storey dwelling, construction of a...–Granted2660086
14 Sept 2026two livestock underpasses with effluent storage tanks and all ancillary site works–Granted2660110
14 Sept 20266 no Existing Silos as constructed. (ii) Full planning permission to increase the height of part of the existing animal feed processing area to match...–Granted2660228
14 Sept 2026change of use of an existing adjoining domestic garage to use as a habitable part of dwelling and all associated site worksCarlowGranted2660510
11 Sept 2026the construction of a single storey domestic extension to side elevation of my existing dwelling and all associated site worksCarlowGranted2660226
11 Sept 2026the demolition of an existing single storey dwelling and the construction of a replacement two storey dwelling, and also retention permission for a...CarlowGranted2660051
9 Sept 2026the change of use of existing treble garage for use as a single dwelling house, to renovate same, to construct a single storey extension to the rear...CarlowGranted2660130
9 Sept 2026the demolition of an existing extension and the construction of a 1-storey 3-bedroom extension, hard and soft landscaping, boundary treatments...–Granted2660221
9 Sept 2026the demolition of an existing extension and the construction of a 1-storey 3-bedroom extension, hard and soft landscaping, boundary treatments...–Granted2660222
9 Sept 2026alterations to the existing roof profile, comprising the conversion of the front (west-facing) hipped roof to a gable-ended roof, and the...–Granted2660225
8 Sept 2026demolition of existing disused derelict two storey dwelling house and permission sought for new single storey dwelling, onsite sewerage treatment...TullowGranted2660159
8 Sept 2026(1) change of use of existing barns / sheds to 2 self contained units for accommodation for short term letting, (2) construct a new single storey...–Granted2660168
7 Sept 2026the construction of single storey dwelling, connection to mains sewerage, watermain and all associated site development works–Granted2560384
7 Sept 2026the construction of a single storey extension to the south elevation of existing dwelling, alterations to existing elevations, internal redesign...CarlowGranted2660190
7 Sept 2026the erection of a dwelling house and domestic garage/store with treatment system and percolation area and all associated site works–Refused2560401
4 Sept 2026the construction of a domestic garage all associated site works (in the curtilage of a protected structure CT69)CarlowGranted2660088
4 Sept 2026an extension to its premisesCarlowGranted2660187
4 Sept 2026change of use from an existing retail unit to retail with ancillary off license sales (circa 43.7 sqm), and associated signage for the retail unit...CarlowGranted2660217
3 Sept 2026revise dwelling deign at ‘site B’ as previously approved under planning reference P24/60470. Revised design to provide for a new single storey two...CarlowGranted2660470
2 Sept 2026the construction of a single storey dwelling, domestic garage, new entrance, associated boundary works, bored well, septic tank & percolation area...–Granted2660147
2 Sept 2026a domestic garage, a new dwelling with services, and all associated site works–Granted2660001
1 Sept 2026construction of a part single storey & part dormer style dwelling, domestic garage, waste water treatment system with associated percolation area...TullowGranted2660209
31 Aug 2026the construction of a single storey dwelling, domestic garage, use of existing domestic entrance, associated boundary treatments, connection to...CarlowGranted2660146
31 Aug 2026provide extra windows at first floor level of existing house, also Retention permission to retain extra windows at ground floor level and front door...GraiguecullenGranted2660457
28 Aug 2026submit variations to a previous Grant of Permission (Pl. Ref: 25/60241): (i) the omission of 4no. two-bed-room two-storey semi-detached houses (Nos...CarlowGranted2660325
25 Aug 2026carry out variations to a previous Grant of Permission (Pl. Ref: 25/60210): (i) the omission of 8no. two-bedroom two-storey semi-detached houses...CarlowGranted2660314

Under appeal

Applications from the window that have gone to An Coimisiún Pleanála, to 13 Oct 2026.

SubmittedDevelopmentTownAppeal statusAppeal decisionSource
23 Aug 2026single storey extension as constructed to the rear of existing two-storey dwelling house including alterations to accommodate same and full planning...Carlow–Pending2660178
13 Aug 2026to erect a 30.5m high lattice telecommunications support structure carrying antennas, dishes and associated ground based telecommunications equipment...Carlow–Pending2660113
4 Aug 2026the construction of a 3-storey commercial / office building (Overall Gross Floor Area 2,737sq.m.) comprising 2 No. retail or café / restaurant units...Carlow–Pending2660142
6 Jul 2026a division of the existing site into two parts, a new four bedroom bungalow, alterations to the existing vehicular access and all ancillary site worksTullow–Pending2660105
5 Jun 2026the restoration of a former gravel pit using imported clean, uncontaminated soil and stones (by-product only) within an area of 1.92 hectares for the...––Pending2560365
16 Apr 20261) Retain permission for the removal of existing trees and hedges to a 22.5m portion of the front boundary adjacent to entrance gate and replacement...Carlow–CONDITIONAL2660034
9 Mar 2026modify the design and layout of a residential development previously permitted under Laois County Council Reg. Ref. 21/887 comprising of...Carlow–WITHDRAWN2560833
5 Mar 2026the retention of: a rock splitter and associated ancillary canopy covering an area of c. 120.1sqm with a maximum height of c. 7.2m and associated...––CONDITIONAL2560436

Largest schemes in the window

Applications of 10+ homes received in the 12 months to 13 Oct 2026. Each links to its status timeline; all Leinster schemes.

UnitsDevelopmentTownStatusSource
31the completion of an unfinished estate at Gort Na Gréine, Ballinabrannagh. The completion of the development includes the construction of 8 No...GraiguecullenGranted2660031
12carry out variations to a previous Grant of Permission (Pl. Ref: 25/60210): (i) the omission of 8no. two-bedroom two-storey semi-detached houses...CarlowGranted2660314

About this data

Applications are those received by the Co. Carlow planning authority in the 12 months to 13 Oct 2026, fetched weekly from the Irish Planning Applications layer published by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Decision counts and the refusal rate cover only applications received in that window, so decisions on older applications are not included. Applicant names are not published in the source data and are never shown here. Records are reproduced verbatim from the public register; to request a correction or the removal of a record, contact us. See the Leinster planning pipeline for the all-county view and methodology for house rules.

Source: Irish Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, via the DHLGH ArcGIS FeatureServer. Licensed CC-BY 4.0. Per-record links open the relevant council planning register.