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06 Sept 2025

Plans for new crematorium in Dundalk lodged with Louth County Council

New crematorium planned for Dowdallshill

Plans for new crematorium in Dundalk lodged with Louth County Council

Plans for new crematorium in Dundalk lodged with Louth County Council

A planning application has been lodged with Louth County Council, seeking to build a new crematorium on a site at the Racecourse Road, Dowdallshill, Dundalk.

The application, lodged by Mr Gerard Hughes, seeks permission for "a single storey building with mezzanine containing the main
accommodation" which would include a "crematorium facility to accommodate two cremators and necessary support facilities e.g. cold rooms, plant spaces & staff welfare facilities."

The application also includes plans for an administration area/offices, and public facilities consisting of a public hall/ceremonial space, viewing area and toilet/baby change facilities.

The planning application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement.

A decision is due on the application by November 21, with submissions due by October 21.

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