An appeals been taken to An Bord Pleanala over plans to refurbish and expand a closed pub in Oughterard.
County planners approved plans earlier this month for works to the former Mayfly Inn at Main Street.
The plan is for a public bar and guesthouse, which would offer 19 beds.
Enabling that will require the partial demolition of the existing building, changes to the shopfront, and a new three storey extension at the back.
Two local businesses had objected to the plans, and have now lodged an appeal with An Bord Pleanala.
Both say they welcome the plans to redevelop the former Mayfly Inn and overhead accomodation - but are less happy about the expansion plans.
Among the issues raised are potential excessive development and lack of consultation with adjoining businesses about how they'll be impacted.
An Bord Pleanala is due to make a decision later this year.
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