An appeal's been taken to An Bord Pleanala over the refusal of permission to demolish vacant and derelict buildings in Oranmore and replace them with apartments and retail units.
The homes are near the Tesco roundabout, on the left hand side heading into the village.
The site is generally greenfield, with two derelict or vacant two-story homes fronting onto Main Street.
They'd be demolished, to make way for 4 three story blocks - offering a total of 16 apartments and duplexes, as well as four commercial units.
But the plans led by George F McGrath fell short for county planners, who rejected the project.
The main reasons given were over-development of the site, the project being out of character with the area, and the setting of an undesirable precedent.
Other issues included potential traffic hazards and environmental impact.
An appeal's now been lodged with An Bord Pleanala with a decision due later this year.
