Green light for substantial works to proceed at school in Kilkenny
Conditional planning permission granted by Kilkenny County Council
The Board of Management at Burnchurch National School have been granted planning permission (subject to conditions) for a single storey extension to provide special education needs capacity at the school.
The accommodation includes a base classroom, office, multi-activity room, quiet space, toilets and store.
It also includes for a secure soft play area and for the relocation of the all-weather pitch.
The decision to grant conditional planning permission was made by the planning authority on June 15, 2026.
Among the conditions attached is that no site and building works shall be carried out on Sundays and public holidays.