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Planning permission can be a contentious issue, so have all your bases covered

Plan ahead so that your project
doesn’t fall at the first hurdle
O
 ne of the most
 contentious is- Can conditions be at-
 sues in rural tached to my permission?
 Ireland is plan- Permission may be sub-
 ning permission ject to certain conditions,
for one-off houses. It’s vital which will be listed on the de-
to arm yourself with the cor- cision. This may require
rect up-to-date information changes to your proposal (e.g.
if you’re making an applica- new arrangements for the
tion and to be conscientious disposal or surface water, re-
and careful when you’re vised height/ colour/ ma-
filling in the forms for your terial for boundary walls,
local authority. improved landscaping of the
 With that in mind, here is site).
our step by step guide to plan- You may also be required
ning permission. to make a contribution to the
 local authority for services
 When do I need planning (e.g. water, sewerage). These
permission? contributions differ from
 Generally, you need plan- place to place and for dif-
ning permission for any de- ferent types of development.
velopment of land or You must comply with all of
property unless the develop- the conditions attached to
ment is specifically exempted the permission and finish
from this need. work in accordance with
 Development includes the them. Even if you have more
carrying out of works than one permission for a
(building, demolition, altera- site, you cannot pick and
tion) on land or buildings and choose the conditions which
the making of a material suit you best.
change of use of land or build-
ings (if significant). How long will permis-
 Different types of permis- sion last?
sion: The standard duration for
 There are two types of per- planning permission is five
mission, outline and full per- Beware that when applying for planning permission, you may also need other approvals years from the date of the
mission. grant of permission (either
 There are circumstances outline or full permission) by
where you may want to make the planning authority or An
an application for outline How long will the pro- How do I make a plan- Bord Pleanála. Some circum-
permission so that you can es- cess take?
 Start: Notice published in
 “Permission will ning application?
 Forms and information
 How will I know permis-
 sion has been granted or
 stances may apply where this
tablish permission in prin- can be extended.
ciple before you go to the newspaper and notice be subject to available from planning au- not?
trouble and expense or erected certain thority. The decision to grant per- Do I need any other type
 Two weeks later: Latest mission, with or without con- of permission?
providing detailed plans.
 However you must apply date for lodging application
 conditions, I have lodged a valid ditions, will be notified to you You will not be entitled,
for full planning permission Two-five weeks later: Ap- which will be planning application. Now and to anyone who com- solely by reason of planning
within three years of this date plication is validated by the
 planning authority. Submis-
 listed on the what happens?
 Your application will be
 mented on the application.
 What you will get is a notice of
 permission, to carry out your
of grant of outline permis- proposed development. You
sion. Outline planning per- sions or objections are con- decision” acknowledged and placed on intention to grant permis- may also need other ap-
mission cannot be sought for sidered. the planning register in the sion. During a period of four provals, depending on the
retention of a structure or Five-nine weeks later: planning authority offices for weeks beginning at the date type of development. For ex-
works to a protected struc- Planning authority issue no- public inspection. of making this decision, you ample, all new buildings, ex-
ture. Other restrictions also tice of their decision on the It will be included on the or anyone who has made a tensions, alterations and
apply. Speak to your local application (alternatively lists of planning applications submission or observation on certain changes of use of ex-
planning authority for fur- they may request further in- displayed in council offices, the application, may appeal isting buildings must comply
ther information. formation). public libraries and circu- to An Bord Pleanála with building regulations,
 Four weeks after issue of lated to certain interest Where there is no appeal, which set out basic design
 Where do I get planning notice of decision: If no ap- groups. the planning authority will and construction require-
permission? peal is made, the planning au- formally give you the grant of ments. Developments other
 From the planning au- thority will issue grant of Can other people com- permission at the end of the than residential, will prob-
thority in your area, in this permission or outline per- ment on my application? appeal period. ably require a fire safety certi-
case Kildare County Council. mission, except where they Yes. Any person can see a You must not commence ficate under the regulations.
 have already indicated a de- copy of your application and work until you receive this See 'A Guide to the Building
 How much will it cost? cision to refuse. make written submissions or notification. Regulations PL.11' for more
 A fee is payable with an ap- An appeal may take longer observations, on payment of Where the planning au- details.
plication for planning per- than the application to decide the appropriate fee, to the thority decide to refuse your Further information may
mission and is listed on the but An Bord Pleanála has an planning authority on any application, its reasons will be obtained from your local
form. objective to decide appeals planning aspect of it. This be included in the notifica- authority. You may also need
 You must pay the correct within 18 weeks of receipt of must be considered by the tion sent to you. The same permission if making a con-
fee with your application or it appeal. planning authority when de- period for appeal (four nection to a public water
will be returned to you. termining the application. weeks) will apply. main or sewer.

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Top tips for finding a builder who’s right for you and your home

Don’t fall victim to cowboy builders
START YOUR SEARCH FOR A ONCE YOU HAVE A
GOOD BUILDER SHORTLIST OF BUILDERS,
 Get a referral from family OBTAIN QUOTATIONS
or friends who may have re- Get full details in writing
cently had some work done. of what is covered and what is
Ask the builder how long they not. This should include site
have been trading and what maintenance, clearance, ma-
experience they have in the terial supplies etc. Ask for
work you need completing. confirmation as to whether
 planning permission is re-
DO NOT BE FOOLED BY THE quired and if they will need to
BA DGE apply for Building Regula-
 There have been a sub- tions approval.
stantial number of cases of
bogus builders fraudulently AVOID A ‘VAT- F RE E’ DEAL
claiming membership of You will not have a valid
trade associations, so call and contract if there is no proof of
make sure they are a bona payment.
fide member. Put details of the job down
 in writing — the more thor- posal of waste materials. building materials or the job ASK IF THE BUILDER IS
GET REFERENCES ough the better. Your con- is likely to take a long time to INSURED
 Check and visit them. tract should outline what BE STRAIGHT ABOUT MONEY complete. They should have cover to
Contact the people who work is to be done, start/com- “Put details of the Agree payment terms protect themselves against
provided the references and pletion dates, security, safety, job down in writing clearly in writing with your
 builder.
 GUA RA N TE ES
 Are they offering a guar-
 property damage.
find out how happy they were the cost of the work and ma- They should also have per-
with the quality of the work- terials, payment plans, ca- — the more antee on a large scale job? sonal and public liability to
manship and the builder’s tering and lavatory thorough the AVOID PAYING UPFRONT OR A
 CASH DEPOSIT
 If it is a new build you will
 need a guarantee on the prop-
 protect you and the general
conduct. arrangements, hours of public in the event of an acci-
 work, cleaning up and dis- better” It should not be needed erty. dent or injury.
 unless you request specialist

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A DIY makeover is doable if you follow these tips from ‘The Passionate Painter’

Brush up on your painting skills
P
 ainting your own while repeating with the car- to remove any surface imper-
 kitchen cup- cass. Pay particular attention fections.
 boards is very do- to the more greasy areas Continue this method
 able if you follow
 some very basic
 around cooker and food prep
 areas.
 “Remember, with your paint until you
 achieve coverage (usually two
but necessary rules. If a When your surfaces are quality takes coats of primer/undercoat
new, clean, fresh and lasting
finish is what you desire
 clean dry, scuff with me- time! And enjoy and two topcoat (paint) plus
 dium/fine grade sandpaper touch ups.
then following the correct to remove loose paint and the process” Allow your surfaces to dry
process is a must. provide a key. fully before re-hanging your
 Use the best quality paint Carry out any repairs and doors. Your beautiful newly
and materials you can afford fill holes with wood/decor- painted kitchen will need a
(you will save money in the ator’s filler. couple of weeks to ‘ cure ‘ , so
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 Seek advice from your brands will read that the then. Remember: quality
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know everything! sary, but if 100 % adhesion process!
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 Architect Paula Murphy advises on the role an architect can play in creating

 Use your architect’s experience
W
 orking with ● Agreed sum based on
 an archi- the anticipated work in-
 tect should volved.
 be a cre- ● Hourly/Daily rate based
 ative and on the duration of the project
enjoyable experience but it (usually only applies to a lim-
is also a two-way process, ited service such as a meas-
balancing your require- ured survey.)
ments and aspirations with Your architect will also
the constraints of time and charge for any expenses in-
budget. Once you have iden- curred such as printing and
tified your architect, a con- copying of the drawings and
tract is drawn up between other documents, site invest-
you to set out the full cri- igations, travel expenses and
teria for the project. any models that they make.
 They may also charge for
F E ES planning application costs in
 An architect’s fees depend local newspapers and any site
on the requirements and notices.
complexity of the project and If a structural engineer or
the scope of services a quantity surveyor is re-
provided. Therefore there is quired, your architect will in-
no standard fee, but they are clude those costs in their
often calculated as follows: overall fee.
 ● Quoted percentage of
the total construction cost; THE BRIEF
typical fees for a project up to In preparation for the ini-
€500K – 9-11% of the contract tial discussion, draw up a list
sum. of priorities such as:
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to create your perfect home
 ● What do you want to advised your architect of pleted and final payment is ● Make enquiries as to day, a west-facing living room
achieve from the build? Why these issues, they will pro- only made to the contractor how the house has been con- with late afternoon sunlight
are you doing it? What func- duce full construction draw- on their instruction after any structed and what materials and access to the rear garden
tions will be housed in the ings including site works and defects have been rectified. have been used. Are they ex- might be a priority for you.
space you have? specification finishes. Contact: www.riai.ie to find pensive to maintain? Have ● Is the property suffi-
 ● What is your lifestyle? The detailed design will an architect in your area. materials been used that have ciently open to receive nat-
Do you work from home? Do have to incorporate any low environmental impact? ural light? Ask your architect
you want to entertain at changes as required under a APPOINTING AN ARCHITECT ● Is the house a protected to give options and costings
home? Grant of Planning Permis- Involving an architect structure? You will need the for access to more sunlight
 ● How much time and en- sion. They will also consult early on in a project can save advice of a conservation ar- such as larger windows, roof
ergy are you willing to invest with structural engineers you time and money. They chitect if you are planning lights and sun-rooms.
to maintain your new and check on building regula- will offer a range of options any changes. ● Is the property suffi-
design? tion compliance, ensuring and discuss with you the most ● Discuss your storage ciently flexible to allow future
 ● Do you have a prefer- any necessary modifications economic and appropriate needs — do I need a garage for layout changes? What in-
 Your architect will produce full ternal walls are structural?
ence on materials and design are made. design for your require- construction drawings including car and bicycles or a garden
specifications? What is your Your architect will then ments. workshop? Can rooms be interchange-
 site works and specification
budget? Is there a time limit begin the tender process for Discuss what qualities are ● Check if the property able? Ask your architect to
 finishes
to the build? the construction of the prop- you looking for in an archi- comes with any special en- identify the potential for fu-
 ● Do you need to allow for erty, act on your behalf as an tect. Are there examples of of contact to prevent confu- ergy saving features, such as ture extensions, attic conver-
a family member with a dis- independent advisor, in- extensions and buildings that sion and mixed messages. solar collectors for hot water, sions or a remodelling of
ability or if you envisage specting the building work you like? a heat pump or heating from a existing space.
staying in the house long regularly, and advise you Ask to see examples of ex- TOP TIPS WHEN renewable source (wood pel-
term, are there issues to be when stage payments are due isting work the architect has CONSIDERING BUYING A lets)? Does it form part of a Paula Murphy is prin-
addressed regarding mobility during the project. completed. Identify who will NEW HOME: district heating system? cipal architect in a re-
problems with ageing? They will not certify pay- be the primary contact with ● When you buy a new ● Check which rooms re- gistered practice based in
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Want to upcycle some classy old pieces, without the expense of professional
upholstery? Then follow these top tips from ‘The Passionate Painter’

 Breathing new
 life into old
 wonders
 E
 mploying a pro-
 Choose your colour. Keep make more mixture and con-
 fessional uphol-
 in mind that the paler the tinue. When the chair is
 ster is expensive.
 colour the more coats it will covered, remove tape, leave to
 What we want is
 require for full coverage. On dry in warm airy room for at
 to keep costs as
 average, a full tin on a small to least 24 hours.
 low as possible while still
 medium sized chair will suf- Check it’s dry to touch and
 vastly improving the aes-

 5
 fice. repeat the process until you
 thetic and functionality of
 A tin of finishing wax, a have desired coverage.
 the piece.
 couple of good quality When the chair is com-
 So giving paint a try is a vi- brushes in large and small pletely dry it will feel stiff to
 able alternative. Many people sizes, masking tape, an old touch, don’t worry!
 have used paint on fabric with sheet and a spray bottle of Apply the finishing wax
 success, particularly chalk water. Choose warm airy area with a soft brush or lint free
 paint. For the price of a tin of with good natural light to cloth, this will soften the up-
 paint and a little effort why work in. holstery and seal in the new
 not? To start place your chair colour. Leave to absorb for a

 West Country
 Here are my tips for a suc- on your sheet to protect you couple of days before
 cessful finish. floor. Mask wood areas such brushing up the nap with a
 If fabric is fairly clean with as legs you don’t want soft brush. The surface
 no obvious staining, give it a painted. Mist the chair all should feel soft and velvety to

 Carpets
 good going over with a soft over with your water spray touch.
 brush attached to your va- bottle to soften the fabric Voila! Your chair is ready
 cuum cleaner, to pull out as making it more receptive to to enjoy!
 much dust/debris as pos- absorption.
 sible. Dilute about quarter of For more tips follow me
 If there are stains that are your paint, with equal part on
 Quality and value for all your quite obvious use an uphol-
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 to dry before brushing the
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 Telephone: (045) 876520
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McCarthy’s Hardware is a locally-run,
long-established Prosperous store

Serious about
service and
keen on price
T
 hinking of are second to none.
 building or
 renovating? For “If you order any McCarthy’s Prosperous
 have a fully stocked heating
 over 50 years, stock item and plumbing department,
 McCarthy’s Hard-
ware, Prosperous, has ser-
 before lunch with a specialist team dedic-
viced the needs of builders, time, we can ated to handle all queries re-
 lating to the plumbing sector,
large and small and home deliver it to you and are on hand to offer ad-
owners in Co Kildare and
surrounding areas. the next day” vice and support.
 With an extensive range of
McCarthy’s Hardware, boilers, pumps, radiators and
though much more than a stoves, when it comes to
hardware store, has been plumbing we have it covered –
and will continue to be Kil- all under one roof.
dare’s eminent builder’s As part of the HPC group,
provider when it comes to with 12 stores nationwide,
all you need when building, McCarthy’s can offer the best
extending, renovating or products at competitive
generally improving your prices, and our customer and
home. delivery service is unrivalled.
 Our experienced staff can Generally speaking, if you
offer advice in all areas, from order any stock item before
foundations to finishes. We lunch time, we can deliver it
even have a garden centre full to you the next day.
of ideas which will bring your At McCarthy’s we cater for
garden to life. everyone; from builders and
 McCarthy’s carry an ex- trades professionals to the
tensive range of products to home improver, DIY enthu-
complete any home project siast and in our Euronics de-
(start to finish) and our ex- partment we can offer
tensive showroom in Pros- everything from kitchen ap-
perous carries all the very pliances to TVs, laptops and
latest design trends and tablets.
product innovations for any Why not call in to see us in
job inside and outside your Prosperous and experience
home. for yourself Kildare’s finest
 Our expert and friendly builders provider.
staff are on hand to help you We are local, we offer the
with the choices you make, best price all the time and we
with leading brands across all are open seven days a week
product ranges along with and as we say, we are ‘serious
high quality doors, floors, about service’.
tiles and sanitary ware that

 McCarthy's Hardware,
 Prosperous — trusted by
 professionals and keen DIY
 enthusiasts alike

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Words of advice from Naas Credit Union

Plan ahead to get the most out of
your home improvements
W
 e all have
 that list of
 things that
 we would
 love to do
to our house — an exten-
sion, a brand new kitchen,
or more space in the attic.
 But before you launch into
your home improvements,
check our top five tips to get
that dream finish that you’re
looking for without blowing
all your money!

MAKE A PLAN AND MAKE
SURE TO STICK TO IT
 Have a clear idea of what
you want, and set your budget
before you contact a builder
or tradesperson.
 Pick up a pile of Selfbuild
& Improve (Ireland)
magazines, collect photos,
use photo-sharing apps like
Pinterest or Instagram, to
show the tradesperson ex-
actly what you want.

GET A WRITTEN QUOTE, NOT
AN ESTIMATE
 An estimate is an in-
formed guess as to how much
a job will cost but has no legal
standing. The cost could rise
as the work goes on. Look to magazines, Pinterest and Instagram for design inspiration
 A written quote is binding
and so long as you don’t make
 CHECK OUT THE HOME
changes to the job’s require-
 RENOVATION INCENTIVE solution.
ments, that should be your
final cost.
 SCHEME
 The Home Renovation In-
 “Get three If they aren’t willing to
 work with you to resolve your
 Get three quotes and don’t
just go with the cheapest —
 centive scheme continues, quotes and don't issues, then you might have to
personalities, experience,
 but is not suited or necessary just go with the take legal action.
 to every home improvement, This is where your written
and reputation count for a
 so you need to do your home- cheapest — quote and contract will be-
lot.
 Make sure you build in a
 work. personalities, come invaluable.
contingency fund. 15% is a
 The Scheme is intended to
 return back some of the 13.5%
 experience and So, now it’s time to get that
healthy amount to set as your
contingency to cover for un-
 tax paid up to maximum reputation count plan in motion. Whatever
foreseen costs.
 spend. The works apply to for a lot” your home improvement
 your primary residence only, plans, we at Naas Credit
 unless you are a qualifying Union can help!
SOURCE BEYOND THE
 landlord. You can only claim With loans up to €75,000,
HI GH STR E ET
 for services such as plas- and terms up to 10 years (or
 Take the time to think out-
 tering and painting if the 20 years for our secured
side of highstreet bespoke.
 work is carried out by a con- loan!), we can get you started
Second-hand, showroom
 tractor eligible for the on getting that home you’ve
samples, and salvage years
 scheme. always dreamed of.
can give you that unique
 Check out www.cit- For more information
touch, and have the potential Check out the Home Renovation Incentive Scheme to see if it applies to
 izensinformation.ie for more check out www.naascu.ie, or
to get even greater quality and your improvements
 information. call in to any of our four
value.
 branches.
 Shop where contractors
 WHAT DO YOU DO IF THINGS
do, opt for the local builder’s
 GO WRONG?
merchant and trades outlets
 Hopefully you won’t need
tucked away in industrial es-
 this one, but if things go
tates, and if you have a fa-
 wrong, there are a few things
vourite brand, contact their
 you should do.
showroom directly about ex-
 Your first step should be
sample pieces or end of line
 talking to your tradesperson
items.
 to explain why you aren’t
 happy and try to agree on a

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 THINKING OF SOME
 HOME IMPROVEMENTS?

 Luxury Bathroom Convert The Attic Dream Sofa
 DON’T WAIT MAKE A PLAN MAKE IT HAPPEN

 Bor €25,000 fo l €71 er 
 €25,000 Home Improvement Loan over 10 years
 520 weekly payments of €70.57
 Representative APR 8.56%
 Total Amount Payable €36,748.43

 Loans are subject to approval. Terms & Conditions apply. If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account
 will go into arrears. This may affect your credit rating which may limit your ability to access credit in the future.

 20 North Main Street, Naas (W91 RV10) I Monread Shopping Centre, Naas (W91 X257) | Main Street, Maynooth (W23 NX70) | Main Street, Newbridge (W12 E621)
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Beautiful Bert House, near Athy, is a fine example of Palladian architecture

Historic mansion on sale for €1.5m
H
 istoric Bert Built circa 1709, Bert the rear garden is laid in lawn
 House, near House offers complete pri- with a water feature fountain
 Athy, is on the vacy as it is situated approx- and a sun trapped private
 market for €1.5 imately 1 km off the main road patio area that overlooks the
 million. Situ- accessed by a tree lined av- river Barrow.
ated in the beautiful Kildare enue. The house has picturesque
countryside on the banks of Accommodation com- views, original sash windows,
the River Barrow, Bert prises Entrance Hall, Cloak and dual heating (oil fired and
House is a stunning 300- Room, Reception Room, wood furnace).
year old Palladian mansion Dining Room, Drawing Bert House was built circa
steeped in history. The Room, Breakfast Room, Kit- 1709 by Thomas Burgh of
Grade 2 listed property said chen, Ground Floor Bar, TV Oldtown for his brother Wil-
to be the largest mansion Room, Living room, Base- liam Burgh later known as
house in South Kildare, Bert ment Bar, Sauna Room, Captain William De Burgh
House is reputed to be one Dance Studio, Snooker and who became Comptroller
of Ireland’s first Palladian Room, Basement storage and Auditor General for Ire-
winged houses. rooms, 17 Bedrooms (all En- land.
 suite), Ladies Restrooms, Bert House, near Athy, has a long history and stunningly-appointed interiors Thomas Burgh was Bar-
 Just 50 minutes from
Dublin, Bert House is an Gents Restrooms. racks Overseer for Ireland
idyllic property for a large Bert House is approached from 1701 and was also re-
country residence or to use as by a tree lined avenue (1km off sponsible for – the Library at
a business for exclusive wed- the main road) with mature Trinity College Dublin,
ding venue, hotel or country trees, shrubs and plants to Collins Barracks Dublin –now
retreat. With 17 beautifully border areas. The property is a museum and Dr Steven Hos-
appointed bedrooms and a located on a site of around 6 pital Dublin.
gorgeous waterside setting, acres. The property is on the
Bert House is one of Kildare’s This wonderful property market with Sherry
most unique properties of- has a Rose Garden entrance Fitzgerald O'Reilly. Call 045
fering huge potential. to the front, a side lawn and 866466 for more informa-
 tion.

 Savills Country
 20 Dawson Street, Dublin 2
 +353 (0)1 663 4350

 Land At Castletown, Mountrath, Co. Laois
 Ring-fenced block of agricultural land, Approx. 15 ha / 37 ac, Excellent
 position off the R445, Land all currently in grass, Located close to the
 village of Castletown
 Asking Price €365,000

 James Butler
 Savills Country
 +353 (0) 1 663 4350
 james.butler@savills.ie
 savills.ie
 Buying Or Selling? Talk to us
 PSRA 002223

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A country feel in a peaceful setting

Superb bungalow in Ardclough
 R
 EA Coonan Maynooth and
 Celbridge are delighted to “The house has spacious,
 introduce this idyllic prop-
 erty at Ardclough, Straffan,
 light-filled
 to the market. accommodation, with a
 The property is located in the quiet country-style, homely
 peaceful country setting near the local
 village of Ardclough.
 decor and is presented in
 This spacious five-bedroom bungalow walk-in condition”
 comes to the market in excellent condi-
 tion throughout.
 Thehousehasspacious,light-filledac-
 commodation, with a country-style,
 homely décor and is presented in walk-in
 condition.
 This generously proportioned family
 home also has ample off-street parking Additional Information
 for multiple cars with spacious gardens. ● A five bedroom bungalow on C. 1
 The country-style family home ex- acre
 hudes character and charm with an open ● Large open plan kitchen / dining
 plan kitchen and dining room. It boasts a area.
 fitted, solid oak country-style kitchen ● Private west-facing rear garden.
 with granite finish worktops. ● Close to the Hazelhatch Train Sta-
 The property is to be sold by private tion and a whole host of local amenities
 treaty and available to view at any reason- ● Approx. 165 sq.m. (1,777 sq.ft.) of ac-
 able time. commodation on c. 1 acre of gardens.
 Barry Flood of REA Coonan is hand- For further information please con-
 ling the sale and is quoting an asking tact Barry on 01 – 6286128 or
 price of €579,000. barryf@coonan.com.

 FOR SALE
 BY PUBLIC AUCTION
 (Unless previously sold)
 4th October 3pm Dunnes Pub, Stradbally
The home for sale in Ardclough

 TALK TO US
 Kilcullen Co-Op Mart.
 Property Division
 Kilcullen, Co. Kildare.
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 FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY
 ARDSCULL,
 ATHY, CO. KILDARE.
 Executors Sale –
 Circa 25 St. Acres. – In 3 Lots.

 Lot 1. Circa 9 St. Acres.
 Lot 2. Circa 7 St. Acres.
 Lot 3. Circa 9 St. Acres.
 Top quality Lands all in tillage with road
 frontage suitable to all
 C. 6.59 acres land
 farming enterprise. Ballymaddock, Stradbally, Co. Laois
 Solicitors : Anne Hickey, Solicitor,
 Wine Street, Sligo. 071-9146042.
 Excellent land ideal for sites
 (Subject to obtaining PP)
 Further details from Auctioneer.
 Ref; John Osborne, Auctioneer & Valuer, Lot A. 3 acres. Disclosed reserve €40,000
 Leinster Marts, Kilcullen, Co. Kildare. Lot B. 3 ½ acres. Disclosed reserve €40,000
 045-481301. 17 miles Kildare, 22 miles Newbridge
 (P.R.S. A. LICENCE NO.001191).
 KILCULLEN CO-OP MART (1967) Solrs: Bríd Miller Solicitors, Roscommon
 are having their 50th ANNIVERSARY
 SALE ON WED, 4TH OCT. ALL WELCOME.

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 COONAN
 PUBLIC AUCTION PUBLIC AUCTION
 Thursday 19th October Tuesday, 26th September
 3pm, Lawlors Hotel, 3pm, Lawlors Hotel,
 Naas, Co. Kildare Naas, Co. Kildare

 c. 47 ACRES, off MONREAD ROAD, FORMER GARDA BARRACKS,
 NAAS, CO. KILDARE BARRACK STREET,
 Lot 1 c. 31 acres - Lot 2 c. 16 acres - Lot 3 The Entire 47 acres BALLYMORE EUSTACE, CO. KILDARE
  Lands are currently all in grass.  Period residence centrally located in the Village on c. 0.5 acres.
  Superb quality lands suitable for all agricultural purposes.  Generous parking with rear vehicular access.
  Well fenced throughout.  12KM to Naas & 40KM to Dublin.
  Free draining land in an excellent location off the Monread Road.  Extends to approx. 118 sq. m (1,270 sq. ft.).
 Naas 1km - Kill 5km - Dublin 30km  BER exempt
 Solicitor: Patrick J Farrell & Co, Charlotte Street, Newbridge, Co. Kildare T: 045 431 542 Solicitor: P&G Stack, Main Street, Maynooth, Co. Kildare T: 01 6290900

 Nr. BRANNOCKSTOWN, NAAS, CO. KILDARE
 FARMS RESIDENTIAL
 20 ACRES BUNGALOW RESIDENCE ON 8 ACRES
 SUPERB QUALITY LANDS ALL IN GRASS PUBLIC AUCTIONS ATTRACTIVE BUNGALOW STYLE 3 BEDROOM
 WITH GOOD ROAD FRONTAGE Wednesday 18th October RESIDENCE WITH EXCELLENT QUALITY LANDS
 3pm, Lawlors Hotel, ADJOINING.
 Naas, Co. Kildare
 25 ACRES C0TTAGE RESIDENCE - ON 5 ACRES
 NON RES OUTSTANDING QUALITY LANDS ALL REQUIRING REFURBISHMENT
 IN GRASS WELL FENCED AND WATERED ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITY FOR
 RESIDENCE OR BUILDER RENOVATION.

 These properties are located on the Naas/Dunlavin Road
 approx. 2 miles Brannockstown, 7 miles Naas & 25 miles Dublin.
 Inspection by appointment with the auctioneers
 Solicitors O’Shea Barry Sols 5 Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin 2 Ph. 016618199

 ARDCLOUGH, MONREAD HSE,
 STRAFFAN CO. KILDARE SALLINS RD, NAAS, CO. KILDARE
  A five bedroom bungalow on C. 1 acre SUPERB RESIDENCE WITH MEWS/APARTMENT COMPLEX
  Large open plan Kitchen / Dining area. Naas 7 km - Sallins 2 km - Dublin city 30 km
  Private west facing rear garden.  Outstanding opportunity to acquire one of the most prestigious residential
  Close to the Hazelhatch Train Station and a whole host of local amenities properties within walking distance of the town and rail station.
  Approx. 165 sq.m. (1,777 sq.ft.) of accommodation on c. 1 acre of gardens.  This two storey property is in immaculate condition with attractive gardens.
 Guide Price: €579,000 Viewing: By appointment  Mews/Apartment Complex offers ideal opportunity for attractive income ongoing

 MAYNOOTH T: 01 6286128 CELBRIDGE T: 01 6288400 T: @CoonanREA W: www.coonan.com PSRA Number 00-3764

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 WELCOME
 toYour New Home

 Brand New Development on Station Road, Newbridge.

 The Paddocks boasts an idyllic location on the outskirts of Newbridge, County Kildare, a town of growing affluence.
 This is luxurious living with endless opportunities.

 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses, semi-detached
 and detached homes from €249,000.

 Showhouses open Saturday and Sunday, 2-4pm.

 www.paddocksnewbridge.com
 B U I LT BY

 DEVELOPED BY

 PSRA NO: 003764

 The development qualifies for the Help-to-Buy Incentive. 01 628 6128

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 RELOCATION SALE
 Stock Clearance
 EVERY THING MUST GO

 A LArge Amount of Stock to cLeAr:

 MANY MORE SPECIALS IN STORE, DROP IN AND GRAB A GENUINE DEAL

 W8F LADYTOWN BUSINESS PARK, NEWHALL, NAAS TEL: 045 409 059

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Halverstown Gate has its own living-room bar!

Exceptional detached Naas home
J
 ordan Auctioneers tiled floor and sweeping
 are delighted to staircase; sittingroom with
 offer Halverstown oak floor and granite fire-
 Gate, a fine de- place with stove; livingroom
 tached family home with cast iron fireplace, in-
built in 2000. tegrated bar and tiled floor;
 The house has spacious diningroom with oak floor.
family accommodation, The kitchen has a built-in
presented in excellent condi- ground and eye level shaker
tion throughout, with PVC style kitchen, island unit,
double glazed windows, oil granite worktops and splash-
heating, granite façade, de- back, integrated
tached garage, built-in bar fridge/freezer, Belling stove,
and shaker style kitchen with extractor, and integrated
polished granite worktops. dishwasher. The utility is-
 Approached through a re- plumbed with tiled floor and
cessed granite entrance with fitted presses. The back hall
electric gates to a sweeping has a tiled floor and toilet off.
gravel drive, the gardens are Upstairs there are four bed-
laid out mainly in lawn with rooms, all with wooden Halverstown Gate is located just outside of Naas
wooden deck, detached floors. The main bedroom is
garage, flower beds, and ensuite and there is also a
paved patio area, all enclosed family bathroom.
by trees and hedges. This is an ideal family The property is for sale
 The home is situated in a home in an excellent, sought- “This is an ideal through Liam Hargaden of
sought-after location close to after location close to Naas, family home in an Jordan Auctioneers, on 045
Naas. transportation links and a 433550 who is guiding
 The house contains the commuter rail service to excellent, sought- €595,000. Contact to make a
following: entrance hall with Dublin. after location” viewing appointment.

 WE’RE YOUR LOCALS
 in Kildare THINKING OF SELLING?
 T: 045 866 466
 E: INFO@SFOR.IE
 PSRA NO: 001057
 CONTACT US TODAY

 AUCTION
 Per Order of the Circuit Court

 LANDS 36 HECTARES/88 ACRES
 Approx.
 at Danielstown & Richardstown,
 Clane, Co. Kildare.

 Auction 4th October at 3.00 p.m.
 in Lawlor’s Hotel, Naas.

 AMV €650,000

 Contact John O’Reilly
 Sherry FitzGerald O’Reilly
 Phone 045 866466 / info@sfor.ie
 PSRA 001057

 www.sfor.ie Equity House, North Main St, Naas, Co. Kildare

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Home in small, quiet estate on the market

Naas four/five bed for €280,000
A
 home in a service from the end of the
 sought-after cul-de-sac to Sallins train sta-
 Naas estate has tion and onwards to Clane.
 come onto the The external facade of the
 market. 80 Old house belies the very spa-
Caragh Court, Naas is a large cious accommodation
four-bedroomed semi-de- (143m2) which greets the vis-
tached dormer style bun- itor on entry. The accommod-
galow. ation comprises of entrance
The house is located in a hall, living room, kitchen and
small cul-de-sac of 12 dining area, separate dining
houses, in a mature, friendly room, full bathroom and bed-
and tranquil and very room. Upstairs has three
settled location. large bedrooms with the
 This is the first house to master bedroom en-suite.
come up for sale in this loca- The present owners use
tion for more than seven the house in the four-bed-
years. roomed configuration but a
 It is ideally located (two five-bedroomed configura-
minutes walk to the swim- tion is available by utilising
ming and sports centre, five the separate dining room.
minutes walk to local shop Viewing is highly recom-
and 10 minutes to centre of mended as the house is
Naas, and two minutes’ drive priced to sell and comes to the
to the M7 and Inner relief market in superb decorative
road). order throughout. Asking
 Sallins Arrow rail link is price €280,000. Contact
five minute drive away and Sherry FitzGerald O’Reilly on
there is a regular direct bus 045 866466. The home at Old Caragh Court, Naas

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Hazelwood is selling fast

Final phase on sale in Celbridge
T
 he final phase of
 the very suc-
 PV solar panels have been “The famous
 fitted to generate electricity
 cessful Hazel- and heat water, cutting en- Castletown House
 wood Celbridge
 development is
 ergy costs even further. and Carton
 Careys are well known for
now on release. quality workmanship and Demense are just
 The only house type which there is a very high standard two of the
is not sold out is the ‘Type D’ of finish inside and out in-
home, a four-bedroomed cluding cobblelock driveways renowned
semi-detached house meas- and attractive kitchens fitted amenities within
uring 1906 sqft. The houses by Kitchen Elegance.
are finished out to a very high Hazelwood is just a two close proximity”
specification with off street minute walk from Celbridge
parking and spacious back town with its bustling com-
gardens. munity. versity at Maynooth.
 Residents at Hazelwood Celbridge is only 5 km from
can walk to Hazelhatch rail SPORTS AND LEISURE Lucan, Leixlip and Celbridge
station which has regular The town of Celbridge is and is just off the M4 Mo-
commuter trains daily into home to a great selection of torway providing easy access
Dublin Heuston, some taking sports and leisure facilities, to all routes and locations.
as little as 20 minutes to get to excellent restaurants, well- Prices are from €462,500
the city centre. regarded schools, and several To make an enquiry about
 The houses are A-rated shops. Hazelwood Celbridge please
and come with gas-con- The famous Castletown contact REA Coonan on 01
densing boilers, high quality House and Carton Demense 6288400.
Carlson windows and ex- are just two of the renowned You can find further de-
ternal doors with low u- amenities within close prox- tails on coonan.com or Hazel-
values to minimise heat loss. imity, as is the national Uni- Hazelwood wood-celbridge.com.

 AUCTION
 This Thursday
 21st September
 PSRA License: 001224

 Auction
 (unless previously sold)
 For Sale by Private Treaty
 “The Med Bar and Restaurant”
 112-115 Tullow Street, Carlow
 Thursday 21st September at 3pm
 High Profile Licensed Premises
 18 Abbey Court, Sallins Road Naas, Co. Kildare

 Substantial 2 storey licensed Premises and Leasehold Restaurant
 Prime location in Carlow Town Centre at Junction
 of Tullow Street/ Cathedral Street
 2 Bed Town House Mature Development Carlow is a fine provincial town with large catchment area, Carlow IT
 and Shopping
 Close to Naas Town Centre Secure parking
 Ideal opportunity to acquire a large established licensed premises
 AMV €180,000 Landscaped Gardens with huge potential for further development
 Auction venue O’Neill & Co Trident House, Naas, Co. Kildare. Full details on application
 Solicitor – Burns Nowlan Solicitors Ref: Jackie Hannigan

 T: 045 856 604 - www.oneillandco.ie
 045 - 883748 045 - 431327

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Room for a pony at Kilnagoran House

Beautiful Kildare town four-bed
K
 ilnagoran House,
 Lidl, Aldi and the Kildare Re-
 on the Green
 tail Outlet Village offering de-
 Road in Kildare
 signer shopping at
 town, is a fine
 discounted prices. Kildare
 detached family
 town has good road and rail
home approached through a
 infrastructure, with M7 mo-
recessed entrance, with
 torway access at Junction 13,
electric gates to a gravel
 bus route from the town
drive leading up to the resid-
 centre and commuter rail
ence.
 service direct to the city
 The imposing home centre.
stands on c. 2.65 acres with The accommodation com-
three paddocks, two out- prises: entrance hall with
buildings, two stables and sweeping staircase and gal-
separate entrance to the yard, lery landing, sittingroom
in a nice, quiet mature set- with bay window, marble
ting, all enclosed by trees and fireplace and built-in display
hedges providing a haven of cabinets, livingroom with
peace and tranquility. cast iron fireplace and gas
 The house was con- fire, office with built-in desk
structed in 2000 and extends and shelving, kitchen with
to c. 2,912 sq.ft. (270 sq.m.) of green built-in ground and eye
spacious, well-proportioned level presses, island unit, pol- Above, Kilnagoran House, Kildare and, left, the kitchen
accommodation, with sash ished granite worktops and
double-glazed windows, splashback and hardwood
granite sills, oil fired central floors, diningroom with The outside is approached home particularly for those
heating with antique style ra- hardwood floor, two built-in by a stone recessed entrance interested in keeping ponies,
diators downstairs, sand- dressers and French doors to with electric gates to a gravel and is superbly situated close
stone façade, and a fine fitted rear garden, utility with tiled drive, with three paddocks to Kildare town.
kitchen with polished granite floor, built-in presses, surrounding the house and a The property is for sale
worktop and splashback. plumbed and polished separate entrance to the yard through Jordan Auctioners
 The property is situated in granite worktops, shower with electric gates, two out- 045 433550 and McWey Auc-
an excellent, sought-after loc- room and back hall. buildings, two stables and a tioneers 045 521714, who are
ation on the Green Road, only Upstairs, there are four tack room. guiding €595,000 and can be
1.5 miles from the town bedrooms, all with built-in The entire property contacted for further inform-
centre with restaurants, wardrobes, one ensuite and a stands on c. 2.65 acres. ation or an appointment to
pubs, shops, schools, Tesco, family bathroom. This is an ideal family view.

 Auctioneers, Estate Agents
 & Chartered Valuation Surveyors

 For Sale By Public Auction
 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE
 C. 6 ACRES WITH 3.7 ACRES ZONED NEW RESIDENTIAL
 DERRINTURN, CARBURY, CO. KILDARE

 • Attention Builders/Developers/Investors
 • Village Centre adjacent to school
 • Easy access to M4 at Enfield (9 miles)
 • Carbury c. 2½ miles, Allenwood 6 miles
 • Prosperous 10½ miles, Clane 13½ miles
 Public Auction
 Tuesday 19th October @ 3.00pm
 In Lawlor’s Hotel, Naas
 (unless previously sold)
 Solicitor: Hayes Solicitors, Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2

 Email: info@jordancs.ie Tel: (045) 433550 www.jordancs.ie

28 LEINSTER LEADER www.leinsterleader.ie Tuesday, September 19, 2017

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 SATURDAY & SUNDAY
 23RD & 24TH, 12-3PM Joint Agents:

 Superior Large 3 & 4 Bedroom Homes.
 045 897711
 3 Bedroom Houses from €325,000 PSRA 003008

 4 Bedroom Detached Houses from €440,000

 www.stoneleighnaas.com
 BER Nos available from Selling Agents.
 EPI Range: 39.45 kWh/m2/yr - 46.78 kWh/m2/yr 01 667 1888
 PSRA 002183

 Stoneleigh 20 MINS 35 MINS 45 MINS
 Naas M50 Dublin Dublin City
 Airport Centre