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Part 8 Approval Granted for 144 Homes in Cabra West, Dublin 7 March, 2026

Dublin City Council has approved a new residential development under the Part 8 planning process on a derelict site at Bannow Road, Cabra West, Dublin 7. Delivered in partnership with Clúid Housing, the scheme will bring new homes and community space to this part of the city.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the approved development in Cabra West, Dublin
An Coimisiún Pleanála approves a new apartment scheme on Atmospheric Road, in Dalkey March, 2026

Following an appeal, An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved planning permission for a new residential development at The Barn, Atmospheric Road, in Dalkey. The decision clears the way for the demolition of the existing dwelling and outbuildings, to facilitate the construction of 22 apartments across two residential blocks.

Computer generated imagery of the barn residential development in Dalkey
Plans Granted: New €15.9m Residential Development on Naas Road, Kilcullen March, 2026

Kildare County Council has granted planning permission for a new 70-home residential development on the Naas Road in Kilcullen, Co. Kildare. The scheme will deliver much-needed housing for the area, alongside a range of on-site amenities.

Proposed aerial photomontage of the residential development Kilcullen
100-bedroom hotel approved near Iveagh Gardens, in Dublin March, 2026

An Coimisiún Pleanála issued a decision to grant planning permission for a new 100-bedroom hotel on Pleasants Street, Dublin. The scheme will replace the existing building on the site and deliver a new city centre hospitality development in a prime city centre location near Iveagh Gardens, placing it close to many of Dublin’s main business and visitor areas.

Computer generated imagery of the hotel development in Dublin
Plans granted for apartment development at existing Balally Shopping Centre site March, 2026

Following an appeal, An Coimisiún Pleanála has granted planning permission, with amendments, for a large-scale residential development at the existing Balally Shopping Centre, Blackthorn Drive, Sandyford, Dublin 16. The approved scheme will deliver 71 apartments, ranging from studio to three-bedroom homes.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the granted development Balally
Dún Laoghaire heritage buildings set to be repurposed as lifelong learning centre February, 2026

Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council is progressing plans to bring No. 9 George’s Place and the former Wash House on Kelly’s Avenue back into use through a sustainable programme of renovation and adaptive reuse.

The two vacant protected structures, located at the corner of George’s Place and Kelly’s Avenue in Dún Laoghaire, will be transformed into a Centre for Creative Lifelong Learning, alongside public realm improvements to the courtyard and surrounding streetscape.

Presentation photomontage of the proposed heritage buildings in Dun Laoghaire
Daylight and sunlight assessment: What you need to know January, 2024

A daylight and sunlight assessment is a technical analysis that is prerequisite in many planning applications. Assessments evaluate the potential impact a proposed development might have on surrounding existing properties and the environment.

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A decade of progress: Revisiting a luxurious mansion project in Vero Beach, Florida December, 2023

Ten years have passed, and our team decided to experiment with this particular project to see if the changes to workflows, methodologies and skillsets would make a difference to the final architectural renders.

Daylight and Sunlight Assessment: Importance of the analytical 3D model to protect your planning application from judicial review December. 2023

A daylight and sunlight assessment is a critical component of any planning application. Whether your development is in the early stages of design, or already well advanced towards a full planning submission, it’s essential to give close attention to this type of environmental assessment to assist in a positive outcome of your planning application.

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A simple guide to the planning application process in Ireland

Whether you are part of the AEC industry or not, this guide, prepared by our team of experts, will help you navigate the planning system with confidence, providing valuable information on each stage and outlining projected timeframes for submitting an application

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Planning application guide: The planning decision

The final stage of the planning application process is not necessarily the swiftest or simplest. Different outcomes can unfold, depending on the local authority’s view of the proposed scheme and how it has been presented.

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Planning application guide: Full planning application submission

Following the pre-application process and possible public consultation period, the design team will gear up for the full planning submission.

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