Clare County Council approves demolition of toilet with unparalleled sea views.
There are so many strange things about the following story that we barely know where to begin. But here goes.
Clare County Council has granted permission for the demolition of a public convenience with “unparalleled sea views”. (I have to be honest – On the thankfully rare occasions I am forced to use a public loo, the views are usually the last thing on my mind).
The loo is owned by John and Breda Galvin to demolish the toilets and replace them with two retail units and two apartments. (OK, so we must be talking about some pretty big loos here, right).
Mr Galvin paid the Council €400,000 of the “property” after his nearest bidder declined to go over the €400,000 mark for the property. (Wait, what? €400,000 for a public toilet and no guarantee of planning permission??)
Asked if he was happy with the price paid, Galvin said: “I would be happy if I got it for cheaper, but that’s the way it goes.” (Yep, that’s exactly the way €400,000 goes when you but a loo with sea views).
If that’s not strange enough for you, you can read more here.
