Guide to Getting Planning Permission for a Home Extension in County Dublin

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Planning permission is crucial for ensuring that developments align with local regulations, protect the environment and heritage, and meet community needs. It prevents inappropriate building and development, and mandates that construction complies with local planning and environmental guidelines. Without planning permission, building work is considered unauthorized and could lead to fines or even demolition of the unauthorized …

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Can Garden Structures such as a home office be used as a living space?

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In Ireland, garden structures like sheds, home offices, or studios can be built without planning permission under exempted development rules—but they cannot be considered habitable spaces without proper approvals. Here’s a breakdown: What is Allowed Under Exempted Development for Garden Structures? You can construct a garden structure without planning permission if it meets these key …

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Understanding Planning Permission Exemptions in Ireland: What You Need to Know

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Planning Permission Exemptions in Ireland: What You Can Build Without Permission Navigating Ireland’s planning laws can be complex, but certain developments are exempt from planning permission under the Planning and Development Act 2000 and the Planning and Development Regulations 2001. Understanding these exemptions can help homeowners, builders, and farmers avoid unnecessary delays and legal issues.

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What are likely Penalties for Non-Compliance with Irish Building Regulations?

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Following from our recent post regarding the need for compliance with Irish Building Regulations in all your home renovation projects, we have several queries about “what if I’m just DIYing the project?” Sorry to disappoint, however, there are no exceptions (there are some exemptions – post to follow). Even DIY work must be up to …

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