In Meath, the Murrays built a 588 sq m house — five times the size of an average new house — “in wilful breach of the planning laws”, having been refused planning permission for a house half that size. Read More End of the line for unauthorised Meath house as demolition finally gets under wayThey’re not alone. Disrespect for planning systemA lack of understanding and respect for the planning system has a long history. Dr Lorcan Sirr: 'A lack of understanding and respect for the planning system has a long history.' The planning system is not perfect but never will be given its complexity and under-resourcing.

Source: Irish Examiner March 24, 2026 02:41 UTC