The Blue Goat, an artisan food store on The Quay in Ramelton, is applying to Donegal County Council for a change of use to a Designated Accommodation Centre (DAC) for applicants seeking international protection.
DACs are state-provided facilities managed by the International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS).
They offer temporary accommodation and support services while applications for international protection are being processed.
The building, a restored property locally known as the Genealogy Centre, currently houses the popular artisan food and craft store, as well as two holiday rental apartments.
The planning application notice appeared in this week’s Donegal News. Such notices must be published within two weeks prior to submitting the application to the council.