The committee of a Laois community hall have applied for planning permission for the change of use for a section of the building.

Ratheniska Community Hall Committee are seeking permission for a change in use of part of the existing St Aongus Community Hall to a childcare facility. 

Pictured: Plans for the hall see change of use for two rooms and new exit created. Credit: Laois County Council

This facility will comprise of two activity rooms, a new exit door to the rear, minor internal alterations and all associated works. 

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The development includes the shared use of the existing hall, kitchen and sanitary facilities. The building will continue in use as a community hall outside of the operational hours of the childcare facility.

Pictured: Plans courtesy of Laois County Council

The community hall belongs to the Kildare and Leighlin Diocesan Trust, operating as a non-profit community run facility with a registered charity number.