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Monaghan County Council is now inviting applications under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) 2025.

 

Please note: There are several changes that have been made to the BHIS for 2025, including

• Revised timelines for submission of grant applications

• Incorporation of the HSF Stream 1 projects into the BHIS 2025

• An increase in the value for individual grants from €15,000 to €50,000

• Match funding requirements have been increased to a maximum of 80% grant support per project.

For more information on any of the changes to the BHIS please visit our website Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2025 – Planning (monaghan.ie) or contact the Planning Office on 047 30532.

 

Overview

The BHIS seeks to encourage the investment of private capital in a number of small-scale, labour-intensive projects to repair and conserve historic structures and to support the employment of skilled and experienced conservation professionals, craftspeople and tradespersons in the repair of the historic built environment. The scheme is designed to assist the owners and/or occupiers of structures/properties that are protected under the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended).  It will be administered by Monaghan County Council’s Planning Section.

 

Eligibility

The categories of structures/properties eligible for funding under this scheme are:

 

• Protected Structures
• Proposed Protected Structures
• Structures/properties in Architectural Conservation Areas or within the amenity of a National Monument, where exceptional circumstances are deemed by the Department to apply

 

Funding available

The BHIS scheme will provide grants of between €2,500 and €50,000 for the conservation of historic structures.

 

Larger grants of between €50,000 and €200,000 will be made available under the Historic Structures Fund, which will be advertised in November 2024.

 

How to apply

The BHIS 2025 Circular, application form and associated information are available to download at Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2025 – Planning (monaghan.ie)

Hard copies are also available at Planning Reception.

 

Completed applications using Form A and accompanied by a comprehensive method statement must be submitted to Angela Gallagher, Administrative Officer, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan Town, H18 X982 or emailed to builtheritage@monaghancoco.ie on or before the 27^th  September 2024.

 

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Heritage Week runs from Saturday 17^th – Sunday 25^th August 2024 and this year in Monaghan we have everything from genealogy workshops, horseshoeing demonstrations, explorations of lost ancient routes and learning about barn owls.

Local heritage groups and organisers, families, communities and individuals in Monaghan have responded to this years theme of ‘Connections Routes and Networks’ by organising events showcasing the best of Monaghan’s Heritage coordinated by the Heritage Office in Monaghan County Council with support from the Heritage Council.  We encourage you to get out there and enjoy these free events.

Check out www.heritageweek.ie for details of events & What’s On | National Heritage Week 17th – 25th August 2024

 

 

Temporary Closing of Roads – Emergency Closure

 

Monaghan County Council hereby gives notice of Emergency Closure in accordance with section 75 of the Roads Act 1993& Article 12 of the Roads Regulations 1994 that it will close the following road in the Municipal District of Monaghan in County Monaghan:

 

Date & time:      Monday 12^th August 2024 to Friday 23^rd August 2024

 

To Facilitate:      Road Improvement Works

Road Closed:

R162 from the Junction with the L1500 for 1500m

 

Diversion Routes:

Northbound traffic travelling from Ballybay to Monaghan will be diverted via the R183 to Swans Cross Roads, then north towards Monaghan on the R188 to the Junction of the R162.

 

Southbound traffic from Monaghan to Ballybay will be diverted south via the R188 to Swans Crossroads, then east to the junction of the R162 (Ballybay).

 

All Detours will be signposted in order to direct the Traffic. (Local Access and Emergency Vehicles will be catered for at all times).

 

If you have any queries concerning this Road Closure please contact The Municipal District of Monaghan, Co. Monaghan at 047 73777 or email monaghan@monaghancoco.ie

Kevin West

A/Senior Engineer

Roads and Transportation

12^th August 2024

Fire, road, and water safety officers across Ireland are joining forces for ‘Amber Thursday’ to promote fire, road, and water safety over the August bank holiday weekend.

Dermot Brannigan, Chief Fire Officer with Monaghan County Council is encouraging the public to be aware of the risks from fires. “This time of year can be a busy period for fire fighters so everyone should be aware of how quickly a fire can spread and a small incident can escalate into a larger one if not managed safely. I’m encouraging members of the public to enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend but to bear in mind the potential of fire related incidents. Never light a barbeque or a campfire in parks, woodland areas or in areas close to vegetation or trees and be mindful not to discard any cigarette butts on the ground. Keep children away from fires and have a bucket of water or sand nearby in case of an emergency.”

Road Safety Officer with Monaghan County Council, Adrian O’Sullivan, stressed the importance for road users to be cautious and courteous towards one another. “We have already seen a worrying year-on-year increase on the number of fatalities on our roads, with 113 deaths at the end of July, an increase of 13 compared to the same period in 2023. It’s imperative that motorists do not drive while under the influence of intoxicants such as  alcohol or illegal drugs and that all passengers are wearing a seatbelt or appropriate seat restraint.  Before setting off on a long journey, ensure your vehicle is roadworthy, plan your journey, drive within the posted speed limits, and take regular breaks to avoid driver fatigue.”

Gearóid McCarthy, Water Safety Development Officer with Monaghan County Council reminds everyone to be aware and not to be lulled into a false sense of security around water.  “As Monaghan is a landlocked county, some people may choose to swim in one of Monaghan’s many lakes and rivers particularly during any warm spells of weather. However, these can pose their own dangers as they could contain hidden obstacles that can trap or make it more difficult to move around.  Cold water in lakes can often be much deeper and colder beneath the surface than you may expect”.

“Most water related tragedies in Ireland occur in inland waterways. Reservoirs are not appropriate for swimming due to the risk of deep and fast-flowing waters, changing water levels and uneven ground” added the Water Safety Development Officer.

Amber Thursday is supported by Local Authorities, the Chief Fire Officers Association, and Water Safety Ireland. Further information can be found at amberthursday.ie.

Pictured (L-R):

Dermot Brannigan – Chief Fire Officer, Adrian O’Sullivan – Road Safety Officer, Niall Nolan – Station Officer, Clones fire Station and Siobhan McKenna – Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer

Monaghan County Council has officially launched its second Local Economic and Community Plan (LECP) 2023-2029. The plan sets out A Vision for Monaghan to continue to be an attractive and welcoming County with vibrant communities and a diverse economy, built around wellbeing, innovation, prosperity, and sustainability.

Monaghan LECP 2023-2029 sets out 6 ambitious High-Level Goals which were developed following extensive public consultation and builds on the foundations of the first LECP 2016-2021 but also takes into consideration emerging issues. This plan is the result of collaborative efforts involving local communities, individuals, businesses and other key stakeholders throughout the county.

Councillor Cathy Bennett Chairperson Monaghan LCDC stated “It is an honour to be a part of the launch of the Local Economic and Community Plan 2023-2029. The development of this plan has enabled valuable engagement on key aspects of economic, community and social inclusion issues, At its core are the views from our communities of what their needs are, and through this engagement we have developed a plan that demonstrates a focus for the shared vision of a better quality of life for our communities and opportunities to jointly address issues affecting all of us. The LCDC looks forward to working with all stakeholders towards the delivery, monitoring and implementation of this plan”.

Robert Burns Chief Executive of Monaghan County Council echoed these sentiments and said “I am delighted to attend the LECP launch today. This plan follows 2-year extensive consultation and socio-economic research. The success of this plan requires leadership and commitment from all the agencies with responsibility for the delivery of actions in the plan. I congratulate them for their efforts in making Monaghan a place where people want to work, live, visit and do business and be a part of our wonderful communities.

I also want to thank the LECP Advisory Group, the Strategic Policy Committees for Economic and Community Development and all the members of the LCDC.

I wish all those agencies the very best in the delivery of the actions of the plan and I look forward to seeing the many benefits in its implementation”.

Local Economic and Community Plan (LECP) 2023-2029

 

 

Left to Right: Eilín Connolly Local Enterprise Office, Packie Kelly Monaghan PPN, Gareth McMahon A/Director of Services Community Development, Cllr Cathy Bennett Chairperson Monaghan LCDC, Robert Burns Chief Executive, Nicola Payne A/Senior Executive Officer, Cathal Flynn Director of Services Economic Development and Leona Keenan Administrative Officer.

 

MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL DRAFT SCHEME FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE STRATEGIC POLICY COMMITTEES

Following the local elections held in June 2024 it is now necessary for Monaghan County Council to re-establish the Strategic Policy Committees (SPCs) which will continue to form an important part of the local government framework for the county.
The representational structure on each SPC is designed to bring together both elected members and people actively working with social, economic, cultural and environmental bodies to develop and review policies related to Council services.

At the July meeting the Council adopted a Draft Scheme for the establishment of five Strategic Policy Committees. The Draft Scheme, which has been developed in accordance with guidelines issued by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government provides for the following committees:

(i) SPC for Housing
(ii) SPC for Transport
(iii) SPC for Economic Development and Enterprise
(iv) SPC for Environment and Climate Change
(v) SPC for Tourism, Rural & Community Development and Cultural Services

Membership of the SPCs will comprise
•local elected members (to be nominated by Monaghan County Council)
•Representatives from the Cultural/Community/Voluntary/Social Inclusion sectors to be nominated by Monaghan Public Participation Network
•The nominees from the other sectors – Agriculture/Trade Union/Environment/
Development/Construction/Business to be made by their respective national representative bodies.

The Draft SPC Scheme and Department Guidelines are now available for inspection at www.monaghan.ie or at the offices of Monaghan County Council, during normal office hours. Submissions on the draft scheme are now being sought and should be received by 5.00 p.m. on 16 August 2024.
Submissions can be forwarded by post or email to the A/Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Services, Monaghan County Council, County Offices, The Glen, Monaghan (email – info@monaghancoco.ie).

Carmel O’Hare
Director of Corporate Services
18 July 2024

DRAFT SPC Scheme 2024 2029

SPC Guidelines June 2024