New Season! #48 - Planning Permission Explained: What You Need to Know Before Renovating

New Season! #48 - Planning Permission Explained: What You Need to Know Before Renovating

February 12, 2026 · 27 min · Season 6 · Episode 48

About this episode

This episode discusses the complexities of planning permission in Ireland and shares tips and lessons learned from personal renovation experiences.

Planning permission in Ireland is a minefield, and we have had a different experience with each renovation we have done. It's not a straightforward process with guaranteed outcomes, but in this episode we give your our best tips plus lessons learned from our own encounters (positive and less positive!) with local planning authorities. Who this episode is for: Homeowners planning a renovation or extensionAnyone unsure if they need planning permissionRenovators who want fewer delays and surpris...

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