The project remains subject to planning permission.
A new out-patient department could soon be built at Mullingar Regional Hospital.
However, it is subject to planning permission from Westmeath County Council.
The new two-storey building would be almost 1,800 square metres in size and contain medical consulting rooms and admin offices.
It's also planned to install solar panels on the roof.
A decision on the project is due in April
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