
The development would result in the loss of a number of parking spots.
A decision to add a drive-thru to a midlands café is due to be made in the coming days.
Costa Coffee in the Portlaoise Retail Park have applied to construct a drive-thru lane with a canopy and service hatch.
The development will also include one order station and one menu board.
The renovation would result in the lost of 18 car parking spots in the area.