Iconic Letterkenny shop to retain shopfront under new planning

Donegal County Council has given the green light for new development at one of Letterkenny’s most iconic shops.

Anthony Delap was the listed applicant for the successful application, which proposes changes to Clarke’s Newsagents.

The application is for the demolition of an existing two-storey section to the rear of the shop at ground and first-floor levels, and the construction of an extension to the rear of the shop at the ground floor, including a new shop front and a new access to the shop.

Included in the application are third-floor alterations and elevational changes to the existing house, and all associated site works, including connection to the existing public services.

Donegal County Council granted permission for the application, with eight conditions, including a condition that the existing traditional signage shall be retained and refurbished.

Prior to the commencement of development, the existing traditional signage/ shopfront shall be carefully removed and then refitted upon competition of the development unless otherwise agreed by the Planning Authority in writing.