PLANNING NOTICE – Development of infrastructural Improvements to the Dromore Blueway from Ballybay to Lisnalong, Co. Monaghan.

COMHAIRLE CHONTAE MHUINEACHAIN

MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL

PLANNING NOTICE

Part XI Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended)

Part 8, Article 81 Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended)

Monaghan County Council hereby gives notice that it proposes to carry out development at

Ballycoghill Bridge, Clossagh Beg, Co. Monaghan.

Ballynascarva Bridge, Lisnalong, Co. Monaghan.

Lough White, South Shore, Anny [DED: Anny], Co. Monaghan.

Balladian Bridge, Balladian, Co. Monaghan.

Bairds Shore, Drumskelt [DED: Anny], Co. Monaghan.

Ballybay Wetlands, Derryvally, Co. Monaghan.

Lough Major, Cornamucklaglass, Co. Monaghan.

The proposed development will consist of

The development will consist of the following:

Development of infrastructural Improvements to the Dromore Blueway from Ballybay to Lisnalong, Co. Monaghan.

  1. Renewing and widening slipways, reinstating carpark/hardstand, removal of height restriction Gate, Internal Laneways works at Ballycoghill Bridge,
  2. New Entrance from public road, provision of car park, pathways, play area, new information board and picnic tables at Ballynascarva Bridge,
  3. New drainage work to laneway and resurfacing, turning heads at Lough white, South Shore,
  4. Renew and widen the slipway at Balladian Bridge,
  5. Renew and widen slipways, new turning head at Bairds Shore,
  6. Improvement to existing slipway and gravelled area at Ballybay Wetlands,
  7. Proposed floating pontoon, new information board at Lough Major,
  8. Construction of ancillary works at all sites, including signages, asphalt surface, fencing, landscaping, and other ancillary works required to deliver the project.

This application relates to protected structures Ref: 41402310 (Ballycoghill Bridge)

In accordance with Article 81(2)(ca) and 120(1B)(b)(i) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an examination of the nature, size and location of the proposed development, that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development, and as such has determined that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and at any time before the expiration of 4 weeks from the date of publication of this notice, any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effects on the environment.

In accordance with Article 250(1)(ca) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an assessment of best scientific knowledge, that the proposed development, either individually or in combination with other plans or projects, is not likely to have a significant effect on a European site, and as such has determined that an Appropriate Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effect on a European site.

Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 until 5pm on 8th Feb 2024.

The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at www.monaghan.ie Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development will be situated may be made in writing to Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 or in electronic format via the Local Government Portal http://planning.localgov.ie/en/search/application before 5pm on 22nd Feb 2024.

Signed: Gareth McMahon

Director of Services

Monaghan County Council

Dated 11.01.2024

Planning Notice – Development at Glen More, Carrickroe, Co. Monaghan.

Part XI Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended)

Part 8, Article 81 Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended)

Monaghan County Council hereby gives notice that it proposes to carry out development at Glen More, Carrickroe, Co. Monaghan.

The proposed development will consist of

An Inert Bituminous Material Reception, Storage, Transfer and Processing Facility

In accordance with Article 81(2)(ca) and 120(1B)(b)(i) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an examination of the nature, size and location of the proposed development, that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development, and as such has determined that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and at any time before the expiration of 4 weeks from the date of publication of this notice, any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effects on the environment.

In accordance with Article 250(1)(ca) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an assessment of best scientific knowledge, that the proposed development, either individually or in combination with other plans or projects, is not likely to have a significant effect on a European site,

and as such has determined that an Appropriate Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effect on a European site.

Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 until 5pm on the 8th January 2024.

The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at www.monaghan.ie

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development will be situated may be made in writing to Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 or in electronic format via the Local Government Portal https://planning.localgov.ie/en/search/application before 5pm on 22nd January 2024.

Glenmore Quarry Part 8 Planning Application 

Signed: Gareth McMahon

Director of Services

Monaghan County Council

Dated 1st December 2023

 

NOTICE OF VARIATION TO THE MONAGHAN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2019-2025 – VARIATION NO.5

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 13 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) that on the 6th of November 2023 , Monaghan County Council made a variation (Variation No.5) to the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025.

The Variation provides for the change of zoning/dezoning of certain lands in the settlements of Monaghan, Carrickmacross, Castleblayney, Clones, Scotstown and Ballinode. The zoning changes relate to 22 sites with subsequent changes to the settlement boundaries of the relevant settlements. One change of zoning proposed under Variation sub reference 5c, Parcel ID MNLA MT11, submission reference DMS56, was not proceeded with, and the zoning of this site remains as Strategic Residential Reserve. Minor amendments to the text of the plan have been made in respect of Table 2.5 Core Strategy Table 2 in Chapter 2 and Chapters 11, 12 and 13 to reflect the change in hectares of zoned land.

Revised Settlement Plans have been prepared for Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025 as follows:

Monaghan Town Map MDP 1                        Chapter 10

Carrickmacross Town Map CKDP 1             Chapter  11

Castleblayney Town Map CYPD 1                  Chapter 12

Clones Town Map CDP1                                   Chapter 13

Ballinode Map (Tier 4 Village)                        Chapter 9

Scotstown Map (Tier 4 Village)                      Chapter 9

 

A summary of the individual sites affected by the adopted Variation is set out below:

 

Table 1.0 Summary of changes to zoning of lands in Monaghan Town

MONAGHAN TOWN MAP        MDP 1 of MCDP 2019-2025 
Variation Sub Ref RZLT Parcel ID RZLT DMS Ref Previous Zoning New Zoning Site Area
5a MNLA MT11 DMS 60 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 3.17ha
5b MNLA MT11 DMS 82 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 8.60ha
5d MNLA MT70 DMS 29 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 13.07ha
        Total 24.84ha

Table 1.1 Summary of changes to zoning of lands in Carrickmacross

CARRICKMACROSS TOWN MAP        MDP 1 of MCDP 2019-2025 
Variation Sub Ref RZLT Parcel ID RZLT DMS Ref Previous Zoning New Zoning Site Area
5e MNLA CK10 DMS 18 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 3.19ha
5f MNLA CK25 DMS 16 Proposed Residential A Industry, Enterprise & Employment 0.71ha
5g MNLA CK58 DMS 86 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 1.84ha
5h MNLA CK60 DMS 13 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 0.95ha
5i MNLA CK63 DMS 11 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 1.23ha
5j MNLA CK63 DMS 14 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 0.83ha
5k MNLA CK63 DMS 24 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 0.83ha
5l MNLA CK65 DMS 87 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 2.32ha
5m MNLA CK66 DMS 17 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 3.71ha
5n MNLA CK69 DMS 2 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 2.90ha
5o MNLA ER532 DMS 90 Existing Residential None (dezoned) 0.22ha
        Total 18.73ha

Table 1.2 Summary of changes to zoning of lands in Castleblayney

CASTLEBLAYNEY TOWN MAP        CYPDP 1 of MCDP 2019-2025 
Variation Sub Ref RZLT Parcel ID RZLT DMS Ref Previous Zoning New Zoning Site Area
5p MNLA CBY2 DMS 30 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 6.74ha
5q MNLA CBY52 DMS 28 Proposed Residential B None (dezoned) 1.10ha
        Total 7.84ha

Table 1.3 Summary of changes to zoning of lands in Clones

CLONES TOWN MAP                   CDP1 of MCDP 2019-2025
Variation Sub Ref RZLT Parcel ID RZLT DMS Ref Previous Zoning New Zoning Site Area
5r MNLA CS19 DMS 61 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 0.66ha
5s MNLA CS19 DMS 61 Proposed Residential A None (dezoned) 0.30ha
5t MNLA CS6 DMS 52 Proposed Residential B None (dezoned) 1.10ha
5u MNLA CS7 DMS 51 Strategic Residential Reserve None (dezoned) 4.10ha
        Total 6.16ha

Table 1.4 Summary of changes to zoning of lands in Villages

                            TIER 4 VILLAGES- BALLINODE & SCOTSTOWN
Variation Sub Ref RZLT Parcel ID RZLT DMS Ref Previous Zoning New Zoning Site Area
5v MNLA BE4 DMS 49 Mixed Use Landscape Protection & Conservation 0.77ha
5w MNLA SN6 DMS 72 Mixed Use Landscape Protection & Conservation 0.07ha
        Total 0.84ha

 As a result of the adopted zoning change, Table 2.5 of Chapter 2 (Core Strategy) has been amended as follows (highlighted in yellow):-

Table 2.5 Core Strategy Table 2

Tier in Settlement Structure Location HLR*

2013-2019

CDP

HLR*

2019-2025 (excluding 50% Market Choice)

90% @ 20 units/ha Average Density 10% @ 10 units/ha Average Density HLR*

2019-2025 (including 50% Market Choice)

Tier 1 Monaghan Town 47 29.4 24.1 5.3 44.1
Tier 2 Carrickmacross

Castleblayney

19

18

17.3

10.7

14.1

8.7

3.1

1.9

25.19 

14.9

 

Tier in Settlement Structure Location HLR*

2013-2019

CDP

HLR*

2019-2025 (excluding 50% Market Choice)

80% @ 20 units/ha Average Density 20% @ 10 units/ha Average Density HLR*

2019-2025 (including 50% Market Choice)

Tier 3 Clones

Ballybay

16

8

7.6

6.9

5.5

5

2.1

1.9

10

10.4

Tier 4 Villages 24.5 17.7 17.5
 

Total

 

County Monaghan

 

132

 

89.3

 

 

 

134

*HLR – Housing Land Requirement

Amendments to text of Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025.

In addition, the following amendments to the text of the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025 apply (highlighted in yellow):

Chapter 11, Carrickmacross Settlement Plan 2019-2025, Section 11.2 Strategy and Vision, paragraph 2:

“The Core Strategy set out in Chapter 2 of the plan projects that the population of Carrickmacross town will grow to 6,052 over the Plan period and a housing land requirement of 25.19 hectares is being provided within settlement boundaries in order to accommodate the projected growth. In this settlement strategy Carrickmacross is identified as a Tier 2 Strategic Town that will be promoted in driving growth and economic development in the south of County Monaghan.

Chapter 12 of Castleblayney Settlement Plan, Section 12.2 Strategy and Vision, paragraph 2:

The population of Castleblayney declined from 3,634 to 3607 between 2011 and 2016, equating to a population decline of 0.7%. Notwithstanding this decline during a period of economic downturn it is projected that the town’s population will grow during this Plan period to 4,236 by 2025. The Core Strategy set out in Chapter 2 of this Plan further indicates that a housing land requirement of 14.9 hectares should be provided within the settlement boundaries in order to accommodate this projected growth and support the function of Castleblayney as a Tier 2 Strategic Town within the County Monaghan Settlement Hierarchy. Recent development levels indicate that the town has recovered and is expanding its residential, retail, industrial and commercial base. It is the aim of this Plan to assist and direct development in the town over the plan period with an emphasis on developing the town’s main assets, which include its strategic location, both nationally and in relation to Northern Ireland, and its potential for tourism based on recreation in and around Lough Muckno.

Chapter 13 of Clones Settlement Plan, Section 13.4 Strategy and Vision, paragraph 3:

Table 2.4 in Chapter 2 (Core Strategy) of this Plan projects that the population of Clones will grow to 2018 persons over the plan period. A housing land requirement of 10 hectares is provided for within the settlement boundaries in order to accommodate this projected growth. In this strategy Clones is identified as a Tier 3 service town where the regeneration and renewal of the town centres is being promoted in order for town centres to continue its function in providing local services.”

A copy of the development plan as varied is available for inspection at the planning offices of Monaghan County Council during opening hours from 9.15am – 5pm (lunch time closing 1:00 – 1:30 p.m.) and on the Council’s website www.monaghan.ie 

Adrian Hughes

Senior Planner

Part 8 – Ballyalbany Bridge – Planning Notice

Part XI Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended)

Part 8, Article 81 Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended)

Monaghan County Council hereby gives notice that it proposes to carry out development at Ballyalbany Bridge, Coolshannagh Road, Coolshannagh, Mullaghmore East, & Derrynagrew, Co. Monaghan.

The proposed development will consist of

  • Construction of a new pedestrian and cycle bridge on the east side of the existing Ballyalbany Bridge. The new bridge will directly abut the existing bridge. The new bridge will be joined to the existing bridge but will be supported independently via new piled abutments and new wingwalls.
  • Construction of new embankments on approaches to new bridge.
  • Construction of new timber post and rail fencing.
  • Construction of new kerb lines for new footpaths and cycle lanes/tracks
  • Provision of shared areas for pedestrians and cyclists.
  • Provision of uncontrolled crossing points for pedestrians and cyclists.
  • Planting of trees and other soft landscaping.
  • Provision of new lighting.
  • Construction of over-ride areas and narrowing of the existing Park Road / Coolshanagh Walk junction.
  • Earthworks / excavations of existing roadways and verges, of existing roadway/footpaths, for service ducts and road crossings, etc.
  • All associated Civil works with the above i.e., ducting, drainage, concreting, pavement works, tree felling, hedge removal etc.
  • Repair and consolidation of existing bridge masonry, where necessary. The dismantled masonry will be reused as part of the proposed development.
  • Partial taking down of boundary wall, parapet wall, buttress and cut-water.
  • Extension of existing dry-span through new embankment.
  • The proposed development consists of works to a Protected Structure and its curtilage.

In accordance with Article 81(2)(ca) and 120(1B)(b)(i) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an examination of the nature, size and location of the proposed development, that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development, and as such has determined that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and at any time before the expiration of 4 weeks from the date of publication of this notice, any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effects on the environment.

In accordance with Article 250(1)(ca) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an assessment of best scientific knowledge, that the proposed development, either individually or in combination with other plans or projects, is not likely to have a significant effect on a European site, and as such has determined that an Appropriate Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effect on a European site.

Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 until 5pm on 22nd December 2023.

The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at www.monaghan.ie

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development will be situated may be made in writing to Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 or in electronic format via the Local Government Portal https://planning.localgov.ie/en/search/application before 5pm on 18th January 2024.

Ballyalbany Bridge Part 8 Planning Application

Signed:                             

Gareth McMahon

A/Director of Services

Monaghan County Council

Dated: 23rd November 2023

 

 

Part 8 – Horseshoe Bridge – Planning Notice

Part XI Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended)

Part 8, Article 81 Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended)

Monaghan County Council hereby gives notice that it proposes to carry out development Horseshoe Bridge, Park Road, Mullaghcroghery (Monaghan By) & Mullaghmatt, Co. Monaghan.

The proposed development will consist of:

  • Construction of a new pedestrian and cycle bridge on the west side of the existing Horseshoe Bridge. The new bridge will directly abut the existing bridge. The new bridge will be joined to the existing bridge but will be supported independently via new piled abutments and new wingwalls.
  • Construction of new embankments on approaches to new bridge.
  • Construction of new timber post and rail fencing.
  • Construction of new kerb lines for new footpaths and cycle lanes/tracks.
  • Provision of segregated cycling facilities.
  • Provision of shared areas for pedestrians and cyclists.
  • Provision of controlled crossing points for pedestrians and cyclists.
  • Planting of trees and other soft landscaping.
  • Provision of new lighting.
  • Introduction of a traffic signals on Park Road on the north and south side of the existing bridge.
  • Signalising of the existing Park Road / Mullaghmatt road junction.
  • Earthworks / excavations of existing roadways and verges, of existing roadway/footpaths, for service ducts and road crossings, etc.
  • All associated Civil works with the above i.e., ducting, drainage, concreting, pavement works, tree felling, hedge removal etc.
  • Repair and consolidation of existing bridge masonry, where necessary.
  • Provision of a clear zone to facilitate access to a private entrance on the south side of the existing bridge.
  • The proposed development consists of works to a Protected Structure and its curtilage.

In accordance with Article 81(2)(ca) and 120(1B)(b)(i) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an examination of the nature, size and location of the proposed development, that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development, and as such has determined that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and at any time before the expiration of 4 weeks from the date of publication of this notice, any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effects on the environment.

In accordance with Article 250(1)(ca) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an assessment of best scientific knowledge, that the proposed development, either individually or in combination with other plans or projects, is not likely to have a significant effect on a European site, and as such has determined that an Appropriate Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effect on a European site.

Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 until 5pm on 22nd December 2023.

The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at www.monaghan.ie

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development will be situated may be made in writing to Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 or in electronic format via the Local Government Portal https://planning.localgov.ie/en/search/application before 5pm on 18th January 2024.

Horseshoe Bridge Part 8 Planning Application 

Signed:               

Gareth McMahon

A/Director of Services

Monaghan County Council

Dated: 23rd November 2023

 

 

BUILT HERITAGE INVESTMENT SCHEME 2024

Monaghan County Council is now inviting applications under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) 2024.

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 (in relation to projects funded within an Architectural Conservation Area a maximum grant award of €10,000 applies)

Funding available

The minimum funding award under this scheme will be €2,500, up to a maximum of €15,000.

Successful applicants will be required to, at a minimum, match their funding award. Under BHIS, the total value of all public funding provided for individual projects must not exceed 50% of the total project cost, including funding received from other public agencies including the SEAI, the Heritage Council, LEADER, other government departments and local authorities.

Routine maintenance and repair are not normally covered under the BHIS; however Monaghan County Council intend to avail of the  Micro-Funding Scheme offered by the Department of Housing Local Government and Heritage. A minimum, of €2000 shall be set aside for this purpose. Under the Micro funding scheme a grant  is available for smaller projects of up to €2500,00. The minimum funding award shall not apply in this instance.

 

How to apply

The BHIS 2024 Circular, application form and associated information are available to download at https://monaghan.ie/planning/built-heritage-investment-scheme/. Hard copies are also available at Planning Reception.

BHIS 2024 Circular

BHIS 2024 Booklet Guidance for Applicants

BHIS 2024 Guidance Application Form A

BHIS-2024-Application-Form-A

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 26th of  January 2024.

Signed: Cathal Flynn Director of Service

Economic Development, Planning & Capital Projects

Monaghan County Council

Date: 9th of November 2023

 

BHIS – Privacy Notice

HISTORIC STRUCTURES FUND 2024

Monaghan County Council is now inviting applications under the Historic Structures Fund (HSF) 2024.

Overview

The primary focus of the Historic Structures Fund is on conservation and enhancement of historic structures and buildings for the benefit of communities and the public. It aims to enable conservation works to be conducted on heritage structures which are deemed to be significant and in need of urgent support. 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). Monaghan County Council’s Planning Section will administer the funds.

Project promoters are encouraged to incorporate a traditional skills training element in the project. Applications in respect of refurbishment or reuse projects involving heritage structures, and where a clear residential benefit is demonstrated, will be welcomed (subject to obtaining any necessary planning approvals).

The Historic Structures Fund 2024 will be structured as follows:

  1. Stream 1 will offer grants from €15,000 up to €50,000 and is aimed at essential repairs and smaller capital works for the refurbishment and conservation of heritage structures. The maximum grant award will be 80% of eligible costs.
  2. 2. Stream 1, Historic Shopfronts sub-stream is aimed at incentivising the refurbishment and conservation of historic shopfronts and Irish-language shopfronts and will fund small capital works to their facades, windows, signage and other associated details. The maximum grant award will be 80% of eligible costs.
  3. Stream 2 will offer a small number of grants from €50,000 up to €200,000 for larger enhancement, refurbishment or reuse projects involving heritage structures, where:
  4. a clear community or public benefit has been demonstrated, or
  5. a clear residential benefit has been demonstrated

 (subject to obtaining any necessary planning approvals).

Successful applicants will be required to, at a minimum, match their funding award by 50% of eligible costs. In exceptional circumstances a higher percentage may be sought, subject to a maximum of 80% of eligible costs. Grant may be phased over two years (Stream 2 only)

  1. Vernacular Structures Stream – will offer funding of between €5,000 and €10,000 to support conservation repairs and small capital works for the refurbishment and conservation of vernacular structures that are not listed in local authority Records of Protected Structures or otherwise legally protected to safeguard the structure and keep it in use. Such structures may be located within an Architectural Conservation Area or comprise ‘informal’ traditional buildings, which are a significant part of our intangible cultural heritage. The maximum grant award will be 80% of eligible costs.

Projects in Partnership – The Minister may designate part of the Fund for projects in partnership with State-funded organisations such as the Office of Public Works, the Irish Heritage Trust, Waterways Ireland, The Irish Landmark Trust and others, to care for historic structures and buildings in public ownership and improve recreational infrastructure and public access to these heritage assets.

Funds will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Eligibility

Streams 1 and 2, Historic Shopfronts sub stream and Partnership Projects:

In respect of projects categorised under Streams 1 and 2, the Historic Shopfronts sub stream and any Partnership Projects designated by the Minister the categories of structures/properties eligible for funding under this scheme are:

  • Protected Structures: Structure in the Record of Protected Structures (RPS) of each Local Authority
  • Proposed Protected Structures for Inclusion in the RPS but not yet formally approved for inclusion. Such structures must meet the criteria for inclusion in the RPS by the Local Authority i.e must be of special interest from an architectural , historical , archaeological , artistic , cultural , scientific, social or technical point of view.
  • Structures/properties in Architectural Conservation Areas or within the amenity of a National Monument, where exceptional circumstances apply.

Eligible projects will be as follows:

  1. a) projects proposed by local authorities on foot of applications from private applicants who are the owners or custodians of historic structures
  2. b) projects proposed by a Local Authority for works to historic structures in public ownership, where a clear heritage focus and community or public benefit has been demonstrated
  3. c) projects with a clearly defined heritage focus and community or public benefit proposed directly to the Department by a State-funded organisation working in the heritage area.

Vernacular Structures Stream

Vernacular structures are the buildings and other built features of what can be termed the ‘informal’ or vernacular landscape. Vernacular builders worked within traditional systems using techniques passed down within the family and local community. Thus, the vernacular is a significant part of our intangible cultural heritage.

In respect of the Vernacular Structures Stream applications can be accepted from the following:

  1. a) Owners of vernacular structures that are not listed in the Record of Protected Structures
  2. b) Owners of vernacular structures within an Architectural Conservation Area, but not otherwise subject to statutory protection.

Eligible projects will be as follows:

  1. a) Projects proposed by local authorities on foot of applications from private applicants who are the owners or custodians of vernacular structures
  2. b) Projects proposed by local authorities for works to vernacular structures in public ownership where a clear heritage focus and community or public benefit has been demonstrated

Note: Only one application will be considered per vernacular structure or applicant. Applicants may not avail of funding from both the main Historic Structures Fund 2024 and under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2024.

How to apply:

The HSF 2024 Circular and application form are available to download below.  Hard copies are also available at Planning Reception.

Provide links to the following documents on Built Heritage Page:

Historic Structures Fund 2024 Circular

HSF2024 Appendix V Applicant Checklist

HSF2024 Appendix I Form A (Applicant)

HSF2024 Aguisín I – Foirm A (Iarratasóir)

HSF 2024 Guidance Booklet for Applicants

HSF2024 An Ciste um Struchtúir Stairiúla Ciorclán

 

 

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 26th of  January 2024.

Signed: Cathal Flynn, Director of Service, Economic Development, Planning & Capital Projects

Monaghan County Council

Date: 9th of November 2023

 

Data Protection:

Historic Structures Fund

 

Transboundary EIA Decision re Awel y Mor offshore windfarm

Please see below a letter in accordance with article 132(10) of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001-2023, that was sent to inform Dublin City Council (nominated planning authority) that the Minister has received information in relation to a decision taken by the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, to grant a Development Consent Order for the proposed Awel y Mȏr Offshore Windfarm.

20231002 Letter to DCC re Awel y Mor decision

Please see link & documents below with Newspaper notice of advert which appeared in the Irish Times on  Friday 13th October 2023 to inform the public of the decision.

https://consultation.dublincity.ie/planning/awel-y-mor-offshore-windfarm/

20220908 Nominated Authority Letter DCC

Ad – Awel y Môr Offshore Wind Farm

EN010112-001802-AYMO – SoS Decision Letter

Planning Notice – development at Knockconan, Emyvale, Co. Monaghan.

Monaghan County Council hereby gives notice that it proposes to carry out development at Knockconan, Emyvale, Co. Monaghan.

The proposed development will consist of

The erection of a part single storey, part two storey enterprise and community building comprising a commercial kitchen, teaching and conference spaces, office and hot desk accommodation, exhibition space, shop, multipurpose hall and ancillary accommodation.  Also included is a proposed access from the public road, entrance gates and piers, car parking, boundary fencing, external landscaping, retaining structures, lamp standards wastewater treatment plant with percolation area and all associated site works.

In accordance with Article 81(2)(ca) and 120(1B)(b)(i) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an examination of the nature, size and location of the proposed development, that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development, and as such has determined that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and at any time before the expiration of 4 weeks from the date of publication of this notice, any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effects on the environment.

In accordance with Article 250(1)(ca) of the above-mentioned regulations, Monaghan County Council, as the competent authority, has concluded from a Screening Determination, which is based on an assessment of best scientific knowledge, that the proposed development, either individually or in combination with other plans or projects, is not likely to have a significant effect on a European site, and as such has determined that an Appropriate Assessment is not required. This Screening Determination is available for inspection, and any person may apply to An Bord Pleanála for a screening determination as to whether the proposed development would be likely to have significant effect on a European site.

Plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the offices of Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 until 5pm on 16/11/2023.   The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at www.monaghan.ie

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development will be situated may be made in writing to Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 or in electronic format via the Local Government Portal https://planning.localgov.ie/en/search/application before 5pm on 30th November 2023.

 

Signed: Cathal Flynn

Director of Services

Monaghan County Council

Dated 19/10/2023

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ACT 2000 (AS AMENDED) NOTICE OF A PROPOSED MATERIAL CONTRAVENTION OF THE MONAGHAN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2019-2025 – Ref. No. in register: 23/60117

Ref. No. in register: 23/60117

Notice is hereby given in accordance with Section 34(6) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) that Monaghan County Council intends to consider deciding to grant a permission for Carragher Retail Limited to:

  1. Extend the filling station forecourt to facilitate vehicle manoeuvring area, additional parking (including 2 disabled parking spaces) and 4 E-Charging points
  2. Extend and alter the existing filling station to incorporate a new café/deli area,
  3. Change of use of a portion of the existing office area to staff toilet and fridge area associated with the new café
  4. Erect new signage to retail shop/café
  5. Construct fuel storage building and toilet block
  6. Remove existing pumps/islands and existing outside toilet
  7. Install 3 no. new fuel dispensing pumps and 2 no. new underground fuel storage tanks
  8. Develop new in-out, entrance/exit arrangements onto public road R181
  9. Erect new forecourt canopy and signage on same
  10. Relocate totem poles, advertising sign and 4 new flag poles to front boundary
  11. Install 4 No. picnic tables
  12. Erect boundary walls to south-west, north-west and north-east boundaries
  13. Install bulk storage gas compound
  14. Carry out proposed landscaping plan, storm/foul drainage systems, together with all ancillary & associated site works.

https://www.eplanning.ie/MonaghanCC/AppFileRefDetails/2360117/0

At Killycard Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan A75 X265

The site of the proposed development is partly zoned ‘Proposed Residential B’ and partly zoned ‘Landscape Protection/Conservation’ and as such the development would contravene materially the following objectives of the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025 (Policy LZP1 and Table 9.1):

Land Use Zoning Category Number 4; Proposed Residential B “To facilitate for serviced low density residential development in a structured and co-ordinated manner”

 Land Use Zoning Category Number 10; Landscape Protection/Conservation “To protect important landscape features within the towns from development that would detrimentally impact on the amenity of the landscape, on the natural setting of the town or on the natural attenuation offered by flood plains”

Particulars of the development may be inspected or purchased at the offices of Monaghan County Council, Planning Section, No.1 Dublin Street, Monaghan H18 X982 during its public opening hours.

The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at www.monaghan.ie/planning/

Any submission or observation as regards the making of a decision to grant permission received (at the above-mentioned address) on or before 5pm on Thursday the 9th of November 2023 will be duly considered by the Planning Authority.

 

Cathal Flynn

Director of Service for Planning

12th October 2023