Four eco-cabins earmarked for Birr Castle

Four eco-cabins could be in the offing for Birr Castle Demesne, a new planning notice has signalled.

Birr Trustee Company Ltd intends to apply for planning permission for the construction of four standalone eco-cabins and four new car parking spaces by the existing parking area of the I-LOFAR visitor centre, adjacent to this site.

The proposal, which is within the curtilage of a protected structure, includes a wastewater treatment system and ancillary site services.

Meanwhile, Grennan Funeral Directors Ltd in Ferbane has signalled their intentions to seek planning approval for a new funeral home.

The proposed development will consist of a funeral home, associated car parking, and upgrade to a rear pedestrian access route and ancillary works.

The planning notice only mentions Ferbane as the location, with no specific details or townland.

Each applicant has 14 days to submit formal plans to Offaly County Council once the planning notice has been published.