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Kilcock Set to Welcome Over 130 New Homes at Branganstown East October, 2025

Kildare County Council has granted planning permission for a new large-scale residential development (LRD) in Kilcock, Co. Kildare. The approved scheme, located at Branganstown East, will deliver over 130 new homes as part of a planned, multi-phase neighbourhood.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the residential development in Kilcock
223-Home Residential Development Approved in Rathnew October, 2025

An Coimisiún Pleanála has granted approval for a major residential scheme in Rathnew, Co. Wicklow. The development, initially proposed for 352 units, has been revised to deliver 223 new homes, with part of the site omitted to protect a locally significant tree and to safeguard space for future active recreation.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the apartment development in Tinakilly
Plans granted: New Apartment Development in Ballyogan, Dublin 18 September, 2025

An Coimisiún Pleanála has granted planning permission with revised conditions for a new residential development on Ballyogan Road, Dublin 18, following an appeal. The approved scheme will replace existing structures on site with two apartment blocks providing a total of 49 units.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the apartment development in Ballyogan
Permission Granted for 164 new homes in Bishopstown, Cork September, 2025

Plans have been submitted to Cork City Council for a large-scale residential development along Waterfall Road in Bishopstown, Cork.

Computer generated imagery of the residential development in Bishopstown
Work Underway on Glenveagh’s 181-Unit Development in Mullingar September, 2025

Construction is progressing on Glenveagh Homes’ large-scale residential development (LRD) in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. The scheme, located in the townland of Rathgowan, received planning permission from An Coimisiún Pleanála in May 2024 (with revised conditions) and is now delivering 181 new housing units.

Computer generated imagery of the proposed development Farranshock Park in Mullingar
Athlumney to Gain 322 Homes, Neighbourhood Centre, and Public Park September, 2025

An Coimisiún Pleanála has granted planning permission, following an appeal, for a major new residential and mixed-use scheme in Athlumney, Navan, Co. Meath. The approved development will deliver 322 homes, alongside extensive community amenities, a neighbourhood centre, and a new public park.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the approved development in Athlumney, Navan
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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Planning application guide: Design, pre-planning, and public consultation

The planning process for property developments in Ireland can be complex and time-consuming, involving multiple stakeholders and regulatory requirements. Engaging early with local authorities, through a pre-planning meeting, and potentially the local community through a public consultation, can be crucial to navigating this process successfully.

Planning application guide: Design, pre-planning, and public consultation
Planning application guide: The importance of feasibility studies

Property planning varies from country to country and depending on the efficiencies of the application process it can greatly affect the design, construction, and delivery of new developments in urban and suburban areas.

Early design daylight and sunlight assessment
A professional take on Trees for Daylight and Sunlight assessments

Following the publication of the 3rd Edition of BRE Guidelines in June 2022, it is now a requirement to include trees within a daylight and sunlight assessment. Depending on the metrics being assessed for Impact Assessments or Scheme Performance, evergreen and deciduous trees need to be included in different states within the analytical 3D model.

Computer generated imagery for daylight and sunlight assessment
Navigation Square: ‘Behind The Scenes’ Production of Hybrid Off-Plan 360 Virtual Tour for the Largest Office in Cork!

For 3DDB, the Navigation Square Office project was a combination of creative flair and ability, careful planning with a seasoning of thinking outside the box! The final product needed to grab the attention and interest of potential tenants right away and to provide a clear overview of the impressive floor area of this office scheme.

model to computer generated imagery of Navigation Square office development in Cork

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