Plans lodged for 71 new houses in Chapelstown, Carlow 

CARLOW construction company Nesselside Builders has lodged a planning application for 71 new houses in Chapelstown. The application, prepared by Tom Phillips and Associates, was lodged on 13 October with Carlow County Council.

The proposed development includes 57 new two-storey homes with options for two, three and four-bedroom units. There will also be bungalows and apartment units.

The development will also reserve 14 two-bedroom units for public housing, subject to part V of the Planning and Development Act.

The greenfield site, spanning 2.5 hectares (6.17 acres), is located west of Carlow town centre and will be serviced by the CW1 and CW2 bus routes. The proposal features multiple green spaces and bike shelters for residents.

The proposed development is the first phase of a wider housing project by the construction company. There are 256 homes planned across a nine-hectare (22.2 acres) site, which will be submitted for planning permission in three stages.

A decision by the council is expected by 7 December.