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Planning applications in Co. Kilkenny

Every planning application lodged in Co. Kilkenny 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 6 Oct 2025 to 6 Oct 2026 · Irish Planning Applications, DHLGH ArcGIS FeatureServer, CC-BY 4.0 · RSS

Co. Kilkenny planning, 12 months to 6 Oct 2026

Applications received896
Granted465
Refused31
Refusal rate (of decided)6.2%
Median time to decision55 days
Withdrawn25
Still in the system375
Taken to appeal15
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A weekly note when applications are lodged or decided in Co. Kilkenny. 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 6 Oct 2026. The source link opens the application file on the council's own planning register.

ReceivedDevelopmentTownUnitsDecision dueSource
1 Oct 2026for erection of a dwelling house, domestic garage, entrance, installation of a sewerage treatment plant and polishing filter together with all...Thomastown–25 Nov 20262660629
29 Sept 2026for a single storey extension to side & rear of existing dwelling as constructed and associated site works––23 Nov 20262660626
29 Sept 2026The Development will consist of change of use from Retail to short-term let accommodation at the ground floor of 43 Kieran Street (a protected...Kilkenny–23 Nov 20262660627
29 Sept 2026for alterations and modifications to dwelling from that authorised under planning permission ref No P00/1038 including conversion of roof space to...––23 Nov 20262660628
28 Sept 2026for a new residential development of 35 dwellings, access provided via an existing spur road. The proposed development consists of 14 No. type A two...Thomastown3422 Nov 20262660625
27 Sept 2026for development consisting of the construction of (a) a 5bay cubicle shed with underground slurry storage tank, (b) an extension to existing cubicle...––21 Nov 20262660624
25 Sept 2026to construct a single-storey family flat extension to the front of the existing dwelling, together with all associated site worksCastlecomer–19 Nov 20262660619
25 Sept 2026for construction a of two storey dwelling house, domestic garage, new entrance, foul effluent treatment system and percolation area, and all...–119 Nov 20262660620
25 Sept 2026for the renovation and refurbishment of the existing dwelling, formerly Woodstock Agricultural Model School and Residence, including the demolition...––19 Nov 20262660621
25 Sept 2026for the erection of a dwelling house, domestic garage/store, installation of a treatment system and percolation area and all associated site works–119 Nov 20262660622
25 Sept 2026to renovate and extend existing dwelling house to include a family apartment , decommission existing septic tank and install a new a septic tank and...–––2660623
25 Sept 2026to build new Press/Camera box and associated site works on our land––19 Nov 20262679
25 Sept 2026to demolish existing Shed and Utility Room and build new Utility room and Wet Room and associated site works–––2680
24 Sept 2026is sought to construct a bungalow, install a waste water treatment unit and polishing filter, construct a new vehicular entrance and all ancillary...Castlecomer118 Nov 20262660617
24 Sept 2026for the erection of a dormer style dwelling, domestic garage, private well, onsite waster water treatment system, all associated site and landscaping...–118 Nov 20262660618
23 Sept 2026for alterations to the previously permitted dwelling house constructed. The principal alterations from the original permitted development include an...Kilkenny–17 Nov 20262660614
23 Sept 2026to demolish the existing curtain wall entrance structure to the main function rooms located at the side of Newpark Hotel, for the construction of a...Kilkenny–17 Nov 20262660615
23 Sept 2026for a period of 5 years from the date of grant for a surface carpark previously permitted under Planning Reg. Ref. Nos. 08/56, 11990058 and 18762...Kilkenny––2660616
22 Sept 2026to retain: (A) Existing 3 No. detached storage buildings to residential site, (B) Alterations to site boundaries, (C) Site entrance position...––16 Nov 20262660612
22 Sept 2026to retain indefinitely an existing garden shed and all associated site works at the front of an existing dwelling houseKilkenny–16 Nov 20262660613
21 Sept 2026to create an entrance to our commercial premises, including all necessary site works––15 Nov 20262660608
21 Sept 2026for the construction of a fully serviced dwelling, domestic garage and associated works situated––15 Nov 20262660609
21 Sept 2026for retention of change of use of existing garage to self contained habitable unit and permission for extension to main dwelling and garage to...Kilkenny–15 Nov 20262660610
21 Sept 2026to construct a dwelling house, sewage treatment system and percolation area, including all necessary site works–115 Nov 20262660611
20 Sept 2026to construct a single storey dwelling with on-site sewerage treatment, new entrance onto the public road and all associated works–114 Nov 20262660607
18 Sept 2026Protected Structure: Retention Permission and Permission for development at this site of 0.059 hectares at Nos. 90 & 91 Kilkenny Street, Castlecomer...Castlecomer512 Nov 20262660602
18 Sept 2026for the Installation of self service dog wash machine with a small shelter and two self service launderette machines, fencing and associated ground...Kilkenny–12 Nov 20262660603
18 Sept 2026for development. The development will consist of the extension of the Kells Village Loop Walk through the construction of a 30m long ramped section...––12 Nov 20262660604
18 Sept 2026for development for this site. The development will consist of the proposed extension to the rear of the existing premises for provision of a new...––12 Nov 20262660605
18 Sept 2026to construct a new dwelling, waste water treatment system and all associated site works–112 Nov 20262660606
17 Sept 2026for the following development, a Protected Structure (ref. no D59- in the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027/NIAH Ref no. 12319006):...––11 Nov 20262660601
16 Sept 2026for development. The development consists of alterations and the provision of extensions to existing dwelling house. The works shall include; the...Castlecomer–10 Nov 20262660594
16 Sept 2026single storey, three-bedroom dwelling house, a new site entrance, a wastewater treatment system and a raised polishing treatment area, a bored well...–110 Nov 20262660595
16 Sept 2026to build an extension to the side of existing dwelling house, internal and external modifications to existing dwelling house and all associated site...Kilkenny–10 Nov 20262660596
16 Sept 2026to upgrade the existing surface water drainage system to the North of the site to connect to existing surface water system on site and all associated...Kilkenny–10 Nov 20262660597
16 Sept 2026for development consisting of a roadside boundary wall including field entrance piers and gates, single storey agricultural storage shed and...Thomastown–10 Nov 20262660598
16 Sept 2026for a mezzanine floor and single storey extension to the gym area within Ardan Ó Cearbhaill and all associated site development worksKilkenny–10 Nov 20262660599
16 Sept 2026for 1) Modified location of dwelling as constructed. 2) Windows to gable and gable walls both sides. 3) Modified site boundaries and all associated...–110 Nov 20262660600
15 Sept 2026for the construction of an agricultural shed which is to be used for the following - a calving area, straw bed storage area and calf rearing area...––9 Nov 20262660591
15 Sept 2026for demolition of my existing workshop and the development of a new residential development of 15 dwellings and associated works consisting of: 4 No...Thomastown149 Nov 20262660592

Latest decisions

The 40 most recent decisions on applications received in the window, including refusals, to 6 Oct 2026.

DecidedDevelopmentTownOutcomeSource
1 Oct 2026for development at this site situated at IDA Business and Technology Park, Ring Road, Loughboy, Kilkenny. The development will consist of the...KilkennyGranted2560696
30 Sept 2026for the installation of a packaged wastewater treatment system and soil polishing filter and all associated site worksCastlecomerGranted2660344
30 Sept 2026for the Earthworks carried out on site includinq levellinq of qround, modifyinq the existinq boundary, relocation of the earth mound and layinq of...–Granted2560654
30 Sept 2026to construct Cubicle shed with slatted tank and all associated site works–Granted2660461
30 Sept 2026for a dormer bungalow style dwelling, vehicular entrance, borewell, detached garage & covered carport, foul treatment tank & percolation area and all...–Granted2660506
30 Sept 2026the development consists of a new single storey extension to the side of the existing single storey dwelling house and all associated works–Granted2660515
30 Sept 2026is being sought to form a new vehicular site entrance with splayed entrance walls and piers and driveway and construct a dormer style dwelling house...–Granted2664
30 Sept 2026to form new vehicular site entrance and driveway, remove existing rubble from derelict house in ruins from the site and construct single storey...–Granted2665
29 Sept 2026for (a) Retention Permission for Material Alterations comprising of internal and external alterations and associated site works (b) Planning...KilkennyGranted2660116
29 Sept 2026for the refurbishment of, internal modifications to, and a single-storey extension to the side and rear of, the existing single-storey derelict...–Granted2660449
29 Sept 2026to construct a slatted shed, roof an existing tank and all associated site works.–Granted2560799
29 Sept 2026to construct slatted cubicles shed and all associated site works–Granted2660454
29 Sept 2026for the erection of a dwelling house, domestic garage/store, installation of a treatment system and percolation area and all associated site works–Granted2660498
29 Sept 2026for change of use from garage/store in former carriageway to retail food outlet to include: (1) replacement of existing solid external double doors...KilkennyGranted2660501
29 Sept 2026for alterations to the dwelling currently under construction, previously approved under Planning Reference No. 2460525, together with all associated...–Granted2660502
29 Sept 2026of 1. As-Constructed side & rear extension to dwelling 2. As-constructed garage attached to side of dwellingKilkennyGranted2660504
28 Sept 2026to construct a new dwelling, domestic garage and all associated site works–Granted2660494
28 Sept 2026of 21/418–Granted2660
28 Sept 2026for new extension to existing dwelling including new garage, to include demolition of existing lean to extension, demolition of existing sheds...–Granted2662
25 Sept 2026for the construction of an above-ground kiosk (2.0m x 1.2m x 2.4m high), with associated canopy, on a new above-ground concrete plinth (0.62m high)...–Granted2560779
25 Sept 2026for 1) change of use of existing car park to a contractor’s yard 2) Retention of storage shed 3) retention for the storage of two containers 4)...–Refused2660489
24 Sept 2026for the change of use of my existing derelict outbuilding into a habitable building and all associated works–Granted2660252
24 Sept 2026for modifications to development previously approved under Planning Register Number 2660054 for construction of a new manufacturing and storage...–Granted2660490
24 Sept 2026of an extension to the rear of my dwelling with all associated siteworks–Granted2660491
22 Sept 2026for a single storey dwelling, new effluent treatment system and associated site works–Granted2660279
22 Sept 2026for the change of use of a greyhound kennels to a commercial dog boarding kennels, together with associated fencing and site works at the site...KilkennyGranted2660483
22 Sept 2026for a new dormer style, four bedroom dwelling, a detached domestic garage, new waste water treatment system, new site entrance plus all associated...–Granted2660485
22 Sept 2026to construct a 2 storey dwelling, garage, entrance, wastewater system, borehole, soakpits and all other associated site works–Granted2660486
21 Sept 2026for a new two-storey detached dwelling, including associated treatment system works, all ancillary site works, and shared access to a private drivewayCallanGranted2660197
21 Sept 2026to construct cubicles slatted tanks and soiled water tank and all associated site works–Granted2660408
21 Sept 2026for the redevelopment of the Derdimus Park site to include upgrade of the existing grass pitch to a new full size Astro Pitch (100 x 66m) with...KilkennyGranted2660475
21 Sept 2026For The Construction of A Roof Overhanging A Public Footpath At Kilmacow Upper, Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny Which Does Not Comply With Condition 1 of...–Granted2660478
21 Sept 2026of alterations to the internal layout of the existing retail store previously permitted under Planning Ref. No. 14/66. The retention permission...–Granted2660479
21 Sept 2026to construct a single story extension to the rear of the existing dwelling consisting of living and bedroom accommodation, permission to construct a...–Granted2660480
18 Sept 2026is sought for the as-built single storey extension to the rear of the dwelling and the addition of 2no. roof windows to the front elevation–Granted2660474
17 Sept 2026FOR THE INSTALLATION OF 600 KWp (2,636M2) OF GROUND MOUNTED SOLAR PV ARRAY AND ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS AND SERVICES. THE GROUND MOUNTED PV ARRAY WILL...KilkennyGranted2660382
17 Sept 2026for a new single storey three bedroom dwelling, detached domestic garage, new waste water treatment system, new site entrance plus all associated...–Granted2660472
16 Sept 2026for the construction of a storey and a half extension to the side of existing dwelling, internal modifications and all associated site developments...KilkennyGranted2660154
16 Sept 2026to construct a single storey extension to the rear of his dwelling and elevation changes to the existing dwelling, works will include the removal of...–Granted2660476
16 Sept 2026to construct a 1.5 storey extension to the front of their dwelling, a first floor extension over existing driveway to create a carport and link the...–Granted2660477

Under appeal

Applications from the window that have gone to An Coimisiún Pleanála, to 6 Oct 2026.

SubmittedDevelopmentTownAppeal statusAppeal decisionSource
23 Sept 2026for the demolition of two-storey dwelling house and its re-location, and, permission for its reconstruction in alternative footprint with two storey...––Pending2660427
21 Sept 2026of: 1. As-constructed Dormer dwelling 2. As-constructed entrance and roadside boundary Full Planning Permission to: 1. Carry out alteration to...Callan–Pending2660441
17 Sept 2026to construct a single storey dwelling, detached single storey garage, treatment system / percolation area, including all associated site works––Pending2660428
31 Aug 2026for: office unit with access ramp (17.3sqm), vehicular entrance from public road (L2632-37) with associated entrance gate and piers, front boundary...Kilkenny–Pending2560733
10 Aug 2026to Outline Permission - Ref. No. 24/60093 to erect a three bedroom two storey house with monopitch roof together with all associated site works...Kilkenny–Pending2660201
4 Aug 2026for the renovation of existing dwelling house to include demolition of agriculture shed, part demolition of existing dwelling house, renovation of...––Pending2660294
4 Aug 2026is being sought for a) constructed 60.22 sq m single storey separate family flat comprising of bedroom, office, kitchenette/dining area, storage...––Pending2618
13 Jul 2026to construct a dwelling house, sewage treatment system and percolation area, including all necessary site works––Pending2560729
23 Jun 2026to construct a grain store building, yard area, associated services hut, new septic tank and percolation area, associated access road and a new...––Pending2560680
11 Jun 2026for alterations to the plans previously approved under PP23/60323, relating to Site No. 3. The proposed alterations comprise a change of house type...––Pending2560782
18 May 2026for construction of new manufacturing and storage building to replace building destroyed by fire, connection to existing public water supply and...––WITHDRAWN2660054
22 Apr 2026for - 1. Construction of 2 no. Loading docks to existing warehouse (Building A). 2. Extension of the existing concrete service yard Northeastwards...––REFUSED2660070
17 Feb 2026to construct a new two- bedroom house and all associated site worksThomastown–REFUSED2560747
5 Feb 2026for a single storey private residence, detached garage, splayed site entrance, driveway, borewell, wastewater treatment system and soil polishing...––REFUSED2560715
21 Jan 2026for garage and bedroom used for overflow accommodation to the main house and all associated site worksKilkenny–REFUSED2560692

Largest schemes in the window

Applications of 10+ homes received in the 12 months to 6 Oct 2026. Each links to its status timeline; all Leinster schemes.

UnitsDevelopmentTownStatusSource
81permission for the following development at Bolton, Callan, Co. Kilkenny.. The proposed development will comprise of: -Demolition of 3 No. partially...CallanIn progress2660332
67for the construction of 91No. residential units, comprising 15No. 1-bed apartments, 09No. two-bed apartments, 59No. 3-Bed two-storey terraced houses...–In progress2660312
65for the construction of 65no. dwellings to comprise of 7no. 4Bed, 2 storey detached houses, 26no. 4 bed, 2 storey semi-detached houses, 26no. 3 bed...–In progress2660399
64for proposed development of - Construction of 98 No. residential units including 08 No. four bedroom houses, 56 No. three bedroom houses, 16 No. 2...KilkennyIn progress2660241
58for development. The development will consist of the construction of a 66-unit residential estate, comprising: 36 no. semi-detached 4-bedroom...CallanIn progress2660543
54for a development of 72 no. residential units. The proposed development (namely Phase 4 of an overall masterplan) consists of: (i) 54 no. house...–Granted2660030
46for the construction of 61No. residential units, comprising 09No. 1-bed apartments, 06No. two-bed apartments, 38No. 3-Bed two-storey terraced houses...–In progress2660277
35of a mixed residential development of of 55 no. dwelling units. The development will comprise the proposed erection of: 8 No. two-storey, 4-bedroom...–In progress2660143
34for a new residential development of 35 dwellings, access provided via an existing spur road. The proposed development consists of 14 No. type A two...ThomastownIn progress2660625
28for development at Margaret’s Fields, Callan Road, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny. The proposed development will consist of amendments to the previously...KilkennyIn progress2660523

About this data

Applications are those received by the Co. Kilkenny planning authority in the 12 months to 6 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.