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Co. Wicklow Planning Applications and Decisions

Every planning application lodged in Co. Wicklow 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 3 Nov 2025 to 3 Nov 2026 · Irish Planning Applications, DHLGH ArcGIS FeatureServer, CC-BY 4.0 · RSS

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Co. Wicklow planning, 12 months to 3 Nov 2026

Applications received1,450
Granted730
Refused101
Refusal rate (of decided)12.2%
Median time to decision51 days
Withdrawn48
Still in the system569
Taken to appeal43

Latest applications

The 40 most recently lodged applications, to 3 Nov 2026. The source link opens the application file on the council's own planning register.

ReceivedDevelopmentTownUnitsDecision dueSource
29 Oct 2026proposed removal or amendments to be made to condition No.2 of both previously granted planning applications under planning reference NOS. 99/1558...Baltinglass123 Dec 202626218
29 Oct 2026the development consists of a constructed granny flat to the rear of the site (c.56 sq mtrs.) and comprises a single storey rendered construction...––23 Dec 202626219
29 Oct 2026proposed dwelling, waste water treatment system to EPA standards , garage, entrance, and associated works–123 Dec 202626220
29 Oct 2026the development will consist of, block up existing vehicular entrance, provide new pedestrian entrance, provide new vehicular entrance, increase...Bray–23 Dec 20262660962
28 Oct 2026demolition of existing rear block shed and construction of a single-storey detached ancillary family accommodation unit measuring 35 sq.m to the rear...Wicklow122 Dec 20262660959
28 Oct 2026the development will consist of: (i) demolition of all existing structures on site including the existing Tesco store and ancillary units (c. 5,332...Bray–22 Dec 20262660960
28 Oct 2026the refurbishment of an existing, 38m² single storey cottage and construction of a single storey, 120m² extension to the side/ rear of the existing...Newtownmountkennedy–22 Dec 20262660961
27 Oct 2026of part built single story vintage car storage building and permission to complete same with a low pitched green roof, and all associated site worksArklow–21 Dec 202626216
27 Oct 2026section 254 licence - scaffoldingWicklow–21 Dec 202626217
27 Oct 2026of 2 skylights to the front of the existing dwelling at roof level serving previously converted attic storage spaceKilcoole–21 Dec 20262660954
27 Oct 2026the change of use of the existing 122 m² retail unit (coffee shop) to use as a veterinary practice; the installation of new, partially illuminated...Wicklow––2660955
27 Oct 2026to construct a dwelling house with on-site sewerage facilities, connection to public water supply, new site entrance, domestic garage and all...–121 Dec 20262660956
27 Oct 2026six 2-bed apartments, connected to existing servicesBray––2660957
27 Oct 2026single-storey extension to side with roof lights and terrace over, two-storey extension to side of existing return with roof lights, alterations to...Wicklow–21 Dec 20262660958
26 Oct 2026construct a single storey dwelling house, domestic garage, new site entrance, bored well, proprietary treatment system and associated percolation...Baltinglass120 Dec 20262661171
26 Oct 202632.1m² single storey extension to rear of existing semi detached dwelling all together with associated site works necessary to complete the...Greystones–20 Dec 20262660952
24 Oct 2026single-storey extension to side with roof lights and terrace over, two-storey extension to side of existing return with roof lights, alterations to...Wicklow––2660953
23 Oct 2026for removal of existing timber posts at front door canopy and replacement with new green oak posts, new single storey extension, removal of existing...Rathnew––26214
23 Oct 2026complete partially constructed dwelling house granted under PPR 07/433–––26215
23 Oct 2026for development at this site. The development consists of alterations to House No 2, as constructed and currently under construction (as granted...Delgany117 Dec 20262660945
23 Oct 2026alterations to House No 1, as constructed and currently under construction (as granted under ABP -305889-19)to include minor elevational changes...Delgany–17 Dec 20262660946
23 Oct 2026the demolition of the existing pitched roof bungalow and the construction of 37 residential units in 3 no Blocks. Block A fronting onto the R772...Rathnew3717 Dec 20262660947
23 Oct 2026to construct a dwelling house with services, new site entrance, domestic garage and all associated site works–117 Dec 20262660948
23 Oct 2026of (a) the change of use of the existing 122 m² retail unit (coffee shop) to use as a veterinary practice; (b) the installation of new, partially...Wicklow––2660949
23 Oct 2026proposed amendments & modifications to planning permission Ref: 23/312 comprising relocation of permitted machinery store to be attached to proposed...––17 Dec 20262660950
23 Oct 2026for change of use and conversion of an Existing agricultural shed to short term letting together with a proposed new effluent treatment system which...––17 Dec 20262660951
21 Oct 2026single storey extension to the side of dwelling and two storey extension to rear of dwelling, revised site boundary, and associated worksRathnew–15 Dec 202626213
21 Oct 2026a new surface water holding area ( lagoon ) and associate works––15 Dec 20262660939
21 Oct 2026a 120 sqm forestry / agriculture storage shed, new septic tank and percolation area, new well, and associate worksArklow–15 Dec 20262660940
21 Oct 2026vehicular access and car parking with associated site works to front (Protected Structure)Bray–15 Dec 20262660941
21 Oct 2026extension & alterations to existing dwelling house and associated site worksWicklow–15 Dec 20262660942
21 Oct 2026alterations to existing planning permission (22/910). Alterations will consist of the following: (i) change of house type (House Type A) previously...Kilcoole115 Dec 20262660944
20 Oct 2026the demolition of the existing storey bungalow and the construction of 37 residential units in 3 no Blocks, Block A fronting onto the R772 comprises...Rathnew37–2660936
20 Oct 2026the construction of a first floor extension (to the rear of the existing school building) over the previously approved ground floor extension (ref...––14 Dec 20262660937
20 Oct 2026new single-storey three-bedroom dwelling house (141 sq m) with wastewater treatment system; hard and soft landscaping; boundary treatments and all...Bray114 Dec 20262660938
19 Oct 2026completion of dwelling in accordance with Planning Register reference number 23/393, and retention permission for demolition of existing two storey...Blessington113 Dec 202626212
19 Oct 2026the conversion of the attic space and the provision of two new windows at attic height, one on the front elevation and one on the rear elevation, and...Greystones–13 Dec 20262660935
18 Oct 2026construction of four dormer bungalows with associated entrance, access road, drainage and landscaping including ancillary works–412 Dec 20262660932
18 Oct 2026a 12.3m2 single storey, flat roof extension, for storage and WC at basement level to the rear of the property, all external finishes match the...Greystones–12 Dec 20262660933
18 Oct 2026the conversion of the existing attic space, complete with new dormer structure & windows to the rear, removal of the existing front singular chimney...Bray–12 Dec 20262660934

Latest decisions

The 40 most recent decisions on applications received in the window, including refusals, to 3 Nov 2026.

DecidedDevelopmentTownOutcomeSource
2 Nov 2026a new agricultural entrance, and all associated site worksBaltinglassGranted2660238
2 Nov 2026full planning permission and change of use as follows: 1. the renovation and re-roofing of existing two storey stable building along with 2 number...–Granted2660314
2 Nov 2026RED III application Level 3- a relevant solar energy development comprising: a) The relocation, repositioning, and reconfiguration of the permitted...–Granted2660774
2 Nov 2026percolation area and all associated works, retention permission for dwelling as constructed (with all external timber finishes to be selectively...–Granted2660819
2 Nov 2026spectators canopy to cover the existing spectator stand on the 11 a side all weather pitchGreystonesGranted2660820
2 Nov 2026proposed change of design to that previously granted planning permission under Planning Reference 24/60102, the development will consist of the...–Granted2660846
2 Nov 2026alterations and extension to the existing two storey semi-detached house to include, a new two storey side extension, a single storey rear extension...BrayGranted2660847
2 Nov 2026(1) a new roof profile with 3no. front-facing rooflights and (2) construction of an attic conversion with a rear-facing dormer roof extension and all...DelganyGranted2660850
2 Nov 2026alterations and extension to the cottage, a two storey house: 1) removal of existing single storey extensions on the front, rear and northeast gable...–Granted2660506
30 Oct 2026apply for Retention Permission and Planning Permission for an Agricultural Development at Greenmount, Rathmore, Naas, Co. Kildare. The items for...BlessingtonGranted2660664
30 Oct 2026• 34 no. houses in a mix of terraced and semi-detached typologies, as follows, 26 no. 3-bed units; 8 no. 2-bed units; • 62 no. car parking spaces to...BlessingtonGranted2660597
30 Oct 2026to construct a 26no. unit residential scheme which will consist of the following, a) 5no. one bedroom ground floor apartment units, b) 5no. two...BrayRefused2660824
30 Oct 2026single-storey extension to the side and rear of the existing dwelling, together with associated internal alterations, alterations to the existing...GreystonesGranted2660827
30 Oct 202610-year planning permission for the Vartry Security of supply project at the existing Vartry waterworks site south of the Vartry reservoir in the...NewtownmountkennedyGranted2660840
30 Oct 2026amendment to previously approved planning permission [26/60345] to increase the area of the permitted single-storey rear extension (which involved...BrayGranted2660841
29 Oct 2026construction of a new dwelling, garage, wastewater treatment unit and soil polishing filter, new well, new entrance onto public road and associate...–Granted2660665
29 Oct 2026permission for relocating the existing unauthorised 1.9 m high timber garden fence separating the gardens to the rear; removal of the window in the...BrayGranted2660805
29 Oct 2026detached house, car parking spaces, connection to existing services and ancillary site development worksGreystonesRefused2660807
29 Oct 2026construction of a new dwelling, wastewater treatment unit and polishing filter, new well, new entrance onto existing laneway, 2 new pull-in areas on...–Refused2660813
29 Oct 20262 No. dormer semi-detached 2.5 storey split-level houses and ancillary site development works, together with vehicular entrances and connections to...DelganyGranted2660814
29 Oct 2026new dwelling , Garage, a new well, a proposed new secondary treatment system and percolation area to current EPA guidelines, a new vehicular entrance...BrayRefused2660815
29 Oct 2026widening the existing vehicular entrance, including the construction of a new entrance pier and the installation of a new electrically operated...GreystonesGranted2660816
27 Oct 2026apply for Planning Permission of the developmnet at this site. TheBrayGrantedD26A/0668
27 Oct 2026single storey dwelling, accessed via existing vehicle entrance, connection to the public waste water sewer and water mains, together with all...–Granted2660729
27 Oct 2026the following: 1) family dwelling house, 2) garage, 3) sewage treatment plant and percolation area, 4) connection to existing water mains, 5) access...KilcooleGranted2672
27 Oct 2026• extension of the existing sand and gravel pit, in two separate but contiguous working areas on the eastern side of the Doran’s Pit Complex; •...BlessingtonRefused2561059
27 Oct 2026128.50sq.m. single storey extension to an existing 53.33sq.m. house, a wastewater treatment system and all ancillary works–Refused26120
27 Oct 2026the demolition of the existing prefabricated building and associated site works, and the construction of a new single-storey school building of...BrayGranted2660793
27 Oct 2026new single storey special education needs extension to the southeast of the building and remodelling of existing technology and metalwork rooms to...ArklowGranted2660801
27 Oct 2026(i)demolition of existing commercial unit (area 233sqm) (ii) construction of a new two storey structure comprising 2 no. commercial units at ground...ArklowRefused2660428
27 Oct 2026Section 254 Licence - Skip on footpath / roadBaltinglassGranted26189
27 Oct 20264 no. residential units and associated site works, access to the proposed development and connection to all utilities and services is through the...DelganyGranted2660547
21 Oct 2026new agriculture storage shed and associated site works. Revised by Significant Further Information that consist of slightly new location of proposed...BaltinglassGranted2660421
21 Oct 2026for the completion of the three storey mixed use building behind the retained Main Street facade, the completion of the single storey flat roofed...BaltinglassGranted2660784
21 Oct 2026the construction of a new dwelling, garage, wastewater treatment unit and soil polishing filter, new well, new entrance onto public road, blocking up...BaltinglassGranted2660789
21 Oct 2026for proposed new waste water treatment system to EPA standards and retention of one bedroom En-Suite studio for short term holiday guest...–Granted26179
21 Oct 2026construction of 91 dwelling units comprising o 42 no. apartments in one 4/5 storey block containing 18 no. 1 bed units, 22 no. 2 bed units and 2 no...BrayGranted2660484
21 Oct 2026removal of the existing septic tank, demolition of the existing rear kitchen extension, a new two storey, and part single storey, extension with flat...NewtownmountkennedyGranted2660529
20 Oct 2026of extended and converted garage as single-storey detached house in the garden of the principal houseDelganyRefused2660776
20 Oct 2026of existing 15.70 m2 single storey extension constructed to the rear of dwelling house including minor alterations to rear elevationArklowGranted2660808

Under appeal

Applications from the window that have gone to An Coimisiún Pleanála, to 3 Nov 2026.

SubmittedDevelopmentTownAppeal statusAppeal decisionSource
22 Oct 2026for new bay window with roof at first floor level on front elevation together with all associated site works––Pending2660778
9 Oct 2026Proposed demolition of existing shed on site & proposed two-storey apartment building consisting of 6 apartments of 5 x two-bedroom units and 1x...Arklow–Pending26147
25 Sept 2026demolition of the existing cottage on the site (92sqm) and for the construction of 8 no. dwellings consisting of 1 no. 3 bed detached bungalow, 1 no...Greystones–Pending2561046
15 Sept 2026construction of new dwelling; garage, new vehicular & pedestrian entrances, new sewage treatment system & ancillary siteworksRathnew–Pending2660008
14 Sept 2026section 254 licence - overground electronic communications infrastructureWicklow–Pending26108
11 Sept 2026change of use from dwelling to short term accommodation and internal alterations 2. permission to connect short term accommodation to Madelines B& B...––Pending2660624
8 Sept 2026existing structure to the rear of the property for use as car storage shedDelgany–Pending2660623
3 Sept 2026• construction of new 2-bedroom bungalow and integrated garage to the rear garden of existing dwelling. • new vehicular access, gate and driveway to...Delgany–Pending2560925
2 Sept 2026new roof to existing agriculture shed and associate works––Pending2660534
25 Aug 2026demolition of an existing dilapidated warehouse totalling c.291sqm and ancillary walls throughout the site, the reinstatement of the Old Chimney...Bray–Pending2560942
19 Aug 2026i) changes to the permitted landscape layout to provide 10 no. parking spaces (including 1 no. accessible space). ii) amendment to permitted...Greystones–Pending2656
15 Aug 2026construction of 7 x 2/3 bedroom duplex’s, bike and bin store, connection to all services, development to use existing entrance onto public, footpaths...––Pending2660202
5 Aug 2026construction of an attached lean-to canopy to the side of existing dwelling to create a covered side passageway, together with the construction of a...Greystones–Pending2660414
24 Jul 2026removal of chimney from gable of existing dwelling, removal of existing tennis court, modifications to existing gate and piers to form new entrance...Greystones–Pending2561055
13 Jul 2026change of the existing single-storey house into a dormer-style dwelling, including the construction of a first-floor dormer extension and alterations...––REFUSED2560983
3 Jul 2026demolition of an existing single storey building (circa 185sqm) and construction of a three-storey development of 6 no. residential units that...Bray–Pending2660023
30 Jun 20261. demolition of non-historic / non-original extensions to rear and (north) side of former Hotel and Townhouse and associated and ancillary site...Blessington–Pending2560928
29 Jun 2026construction of 40 no. dwellings consisting of the following: 14 no. four bedroom two storey with attic level accommodation semi-detached dwellings...Rathnew–Pending2560881
9 Jun 2026replacement (and repositioning) of 1 No. 6.4m x 3.35m advertising display with 1 No. digital 6.28m x 3.4m advertising display adjacent to the Dublin...Arklow–Pending2660219
3 Jun 2026• proposed 46m² dormer style first floor extension to front, side and rear of existing 122m² single story semi detached dwelling; • all together with...Delgany–Pending2561040
26 May 2026(1) installation of a field access gate at the proposed entrance (2) construction of a concrete slab surface at the entrance, including the provision...––REFUSED2660216
21 May 2026attic conversion with dormer to rear and gable window to side with all associated ancillary worksBray–Pending2660222
19 May 2026construction of a 2 No. storey motor sales outlet principally comprising a car showroom and workshop with ancillary offices and staff facilities. The...Bray–Pending2660253
18 May 2026hardcore surface storage area referred to in UD5294. Full planning permission is also sought for the removal of the existing entrance and access...––CONDITIONAL2649
15 May 2026residential development of 14 no. houses (10 no. 3-bed terraced houses and 4 no. 4-bed detached houses). Provision of car and cycle parking and bin...Newtownmountkennedy–Pending2660019

Largest schemes in the window

Applications of 10+ homes received in the 12 months to 3 Nov 2026. Each links to its status timeline; all Leinster schemes.

UnitsDevelopmentTownStatusSource
223for a Large- Scale Residential Development, comprising amendments to a previously permitted Large-Scale Residential Development (WCC Ref. 2360219 and...RathnewIn progress2660866
96comprise 99 no. residential units with a mix of semidetached and terraced houses along with triplex apartments. These will comprise 22 no. 1 bed and...ArklowIn progress2660429
91construction of 91 dwelling units comprising o 42 no. apartments in one 4/5 storey block containing 18 no. 1 bed units, 22 no. 2 bed units and 2 no...BrayGranted2660484
8686 dwellings, upgrade existing entrance on to the public road, connection to all services and associate works including roads, footpaths, boundaries...–In progress2660673
75We, Wichol Ltd, intend to apply for planning permission for the proposed development of 75No. Dwellings consisting of 4No. 1 Bed Maisonette...–In progress2660742
75revisions to permitted development as per WCC grant Ref 25/60554 at Broomhall, Rathnew, Co. Wicklow: • omission of Creche building and associated car...RathnewRefused2660551
64demolition of existing dwelling, construction of 2 no. duplex blocks, each comprising of the 6 No. 2 bedroom units and 6 No. 3 bedroom units...ArklowIn progress2660797
61construction of an 87 no. unit residential development comprising 61 no. houses (4 no. detached and semi-detached two bedroom; 43 no. semi-detached...RathnewGranted2660290
5353 houses – 11 no. four bedroom, 18 no. three bedroom and 24 no. two bedroom units. A new vehicular access is proposed off Lott Lane which will serve...KilcooleIn progress2660402
43proposed housing development of 44 no. residential units comprising of 40 no. 2 & 3 bed terraced houses (2 storey) and 4 no. 1 & 3 bed simplex/duplex...RathnewIn progress2660775

Common questions on Co. Wicklow planning

How many planning applications were lodged in Co. Wicklow in the last 12 months?

In the 12 months to 3 Nov 2026, 1,450 planning applications were lodged with Wicklow County Council: 730 were granted, 101 were refused, 48 were withdrawn, and 569 remain in progress.

What is the planning refusal rate in Co. Wicklow?

Of decided applications lodged in Co. Wicklow over the 12-month window to 3 Nov 2026, the refusal rate is 12.2%, with a median decision time of 51 days.

How do I check or object to a planning application in Co. Wicklow?

Every application row on this page includes a direct source link to its file on the Wicklow County Council planning register. Public observations or objections generally must be lodged with the council within five weeks of the date the application was received.

About this data

Applications are those received by the Co. Wicklow planning authority in the 12 months to 3 Nov 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.