Planning permission has been granted for the redevelopment of a row of derelict cottages on the same street in Kildare Town.
The works will completely transform the streetscape (below).
Under the original plans, five of the Fairview Cottages in the Fairgreen area would be demolished.
Another 11 cottages would be renovated with new roofs and rear extensions.
In addition, two residential blocks will be built consisting of a total of 11 duplex townhouses and 5 apartments over Block 1.
The proposed works on Shraud Street had been going through the planning process for more than 13 months.
Councillors had previously called on property owners to address the state of the mostly dilapidated street which was once a thriving area with many businesses occupied.
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