New chapter for parochial hall in Tipperary as new plans are approved
Planning permission granted for new apartments and hairdressing unit in Cappawhite
A new chapter could be on the way for Cappawhite Parochial Hall after Tipperary County Council granted permission for the historic building to be converted into a mix of residential and commercial units.
The decision, dated August 5, 2026, gives permission for the change of use of the Parochial Hall on Main Street from its existing use to four two-bedroom apartments and a small commercial hairdressing unit.
The plans provide for two two-bedroom apartments at ground floor level, measuring 62 sq m and 52 sq m respectively, with a further two two-bedroom apartments proposed at first floor level, measuring 62 sq m and 51 sq m.
A 19 sq m hairdressing unit is also planned at ground floor level.
The development will also include two new entrances on the gable ends of the building to provide access to the first-floor apartments.
As the Parochial Hall is a recorded protected structure, the plans place an emphasis on conserving the existing building.
According to the application, the works will include the repair of surviving original elements and the conservation of the structure generally.
No changes to the elevations of the building are proposed as part of the development.
The works will also include associated site works, along with connections to the public sewer and Irish Water network.
The planning application was submitted by Declan Beary and was subsequently approved by Tipperary County Council, subject to seven conditions.
The permission provides for a five-year period in which the development must be carried out once the formal grant of permission has been issued.
The proposed conversion represents a significant change in the future use of the Main Street building, while retaining the existing structure and its architectural character.
The former Parochial Hall is a familiar building in Cappawhite and, with the approved plans focusing on conservation and re-use rather than external alterations, the project will see the historic structure given a new purpose incorporating both homes and a local commercial business.