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Urgent Appeal Filed for Kilkenny Café Conversion Project

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UPDATE: A planning application to convert a former betting office at Irishtown/Dean Street (R95 XK40) into a café has been appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála, following initial approval by Kilkenny County Council.

The proposed development includes a coffee and cake area, kitchen, seating zones, toilets, and a modern shopfront design with a new external awning. This conversion, viewed as a positive transformation for the community, was granted permission on June 23, 2025, but has now faced opposition.

Only one submission was made against the original application, prompting the council to impose five conditions before granting permission. However, the decision is now under scrutiny as the appeal process unfolds.

An Coimisiún Pleanála is set to make a critical decision regarding the future of this café project by November 17, 2025. The outcome will significantly impact local business dynamics and community engagement in Kilkenny.

Residents are watching closely, as the café promises to enhance the area’s vibrancy and provide a new social hub. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

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