NOTICE OF A PROPOSED MATERIAL CONTRAVENTION OF THE MONAGHAN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2019-2025

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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

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.

At Killycard Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan A75 X265

And as such the development would contravene materially Policy LZP 1 of the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025 (see Section 9.2).

Policy LZP 1 – To implement the land use zoning categories and objectives in each of the settlement plan areas as set out in 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

12th October 2023

COMHAIRLE CHONTAE MHUINEACHAIN MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL – SITE NOTICE

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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
Corrybrannan Playground, Corrybrannan, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan

The proposed development will consist of:
Upgrade of the existing Corrybrannan Playground, to include the removal of existing play equipment and surfacing, installation of a Multi-Use-Games-Area, installation of the newly designed Accessible Playground and all ancillary works in the townland of Corrybrannan, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan.
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 19th October 2023.

The plans and particulars of the proposed development may be inspected online at https://planning.localgov.ie/en/search/application

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 2nd November 2023.

Signed: Cathal Flynn
A/Director of Services
Monaghan County Council
Dated 21st September 2023

COMHAIRLE CHONTAE MHUINEACHAIN MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL – Planning Notice

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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 Dartrey Forest (incorporating the townlands of Dromore West, Dawson Grove Demesne, Black Island (Dartree By), and Fairfield Demesne), Co. Monaghan.

The proposed development will consist of

PROVIDE RECREATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS TO DARTREY FOREST, INCORPORATING THE FOLLOWING: CONTINUED USE OF EXISTING ACCESS ONTO THE REGIONAL ROAD (R188), COMPACTED GRAVEL PATH, RE-INFORCED GRAVEL VEHICLE OVERLAY AND REGULARISATION OF EXISTING 4 NUMBER PARKING SPACES AND ONE ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACE, DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE, MARKER POSTS, TRAILHEAD MAPS, PICNIC TABLES WITH FOUNDATIONS, WOODEN SEATING, MISCELLANEOUS NATURAL PLAY FEATURES AND ALL OTHER ANCILLARY 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 19th October 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 2nd November 2023.

 

Signed:   

 Gareth McMahon

 A/Director of Services

 Monaghan County Council

 

Date:     21st September 2023

 

Notice of Application to An Bord Pleanála for Approval Killycronaghan Closed Landfill Remediation Project at Killycronaghan, Newbliss, County Monaghan

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Pursuant to Section 177AE of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) and the requirements of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended), notice is hereby given that Monaghan County Council proposes to seek the approval of An Bord Pleanála for the completion of Closed Landfill Remediation Works at a Closed Landfill site in Killycronaghan, Newbliss, County Monaghan.

The application site, as defined by the red line boundary in the accompanying drawings, is 3.75 hectares (ha) in size. The proposed capping area within the site is 2.6 ha in size.

 The proposed development will consist of the following:

  • The development of a site access.
  • The development of a temporary site compound and office area.
  • Site clearance, including the removal of an existing gate, existing timber post and wire fencing and clearance of existing vegetation.
  • Grading/profiling of the existing site area.
  • Installation of an engineered landfill capping system covering an area of 2.6 hectares.
  • Installation of surface and subsurface surface water drainage infrastructures.
  • Installation of passive landfill gas management infrastructure.
  • The installation of stock proof fencing, and a new access gate on-site.
  • Landscaping of the final formation of the capping area using a proprietary grass cover mix suited for pasture.

The proposed development will ensure compliance with conditions of a Closed Landfill Certificate of Authorization pertaining to the site granted by the Environmental Protection Agency (CoA Ref: H0366-01).

A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in respect of the proposed development.

An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Screening Report for the proposed development has been carried out and has determined that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development and has determined that an EIAR is not required.

The Board may give approval to the application for development with or without conditions or may refuse the application for development.

Plans and particulars of the proposed development, including Natura Impact Statement, will be available for inspection free of charge, or for purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the following offices of Monaghan County Council:

  • Environmental Services Department, Monaghan County Council, Civic Offices, Riverside Road, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan A81RY22
  • Ballybay Clones Municipal District Office, Monaghan County Council, The Diamond, Clones, Co. Monaghan, H23X378

between the hours of 9.15am to 1.00pm and 1.30pm to 5.00pm each day during which said Offices are open for the transaction of business, for a period from Wednesday the 20th of September 2023 to Wednesday the 8th of November 2023 (inclusive of both dates) and at the following offices of An Bord Pleanála:

  • An Bord Pleanála, 64 Marlborough St, Rotunda, Dublin 1, D01 V902

between the hours of 9:15am to 5:30pm each day during which said Offices are open from the transaction of business, for a period from Wednesday the 20th of September 2023 to Wednesday the 8th of November 2023 (inclusive of both dates).

Plans and particulars of the proposed development, including the Natura Impact Statement, are also available for viewing on Monaghan County Council’s online consultation portal at https://monaghan.ie/environment/killycronaghan-historical-landfill-sec-177-planning-application/ from Wednesday the 20th of September 2023 to Wednesday the 8th of November 2023 (inclusive of both dates).

Submissions or observations regarding the proposed development may be made in writing to An Bord Pleanála (with an address of (64 Marlborough St, Rotunda, Dublin 1, D01 V902) during the period from Wednesday the 20th of September 2023 to Wednesday the 8th of November 2023 (inclusive of both dates) in relation to:

  1. the likely effects on the environment of the proposed development;
  2. the implications of the proposed development for proper planning and sustainable development in the area in which it is proposed to situate the proposed development; and
  3. the likely significant effects of the proposed development on a European Site, if carried out.

Submissions or observations are to be received no later than 5.30pm on Wednesday the 8th of November 2023.

A person may question the validity of any such decision by An Bord Pleanála by way of an application for judicial review under Order 84 of the Rules of the Superior Courts as provided for in Section 50 of the Planning and Development Acts 2000-2022. Further information can be obtained from An Bord Pleanála, 64 Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, D01 V902 in respect of the judicial review procedure.

Further information in respect of the Judicial Review process can also be found on www.citizensinformation.ie Contact Lo Call 1890 777 121 or + 353 21 452 1600 for details of the locations and operating hours of your local Citizens Information Centre.

 

Signed:

Brendan Smyth,

A/Director of Services,

Directorate of Climate Action, Environmental and Water Services

7th September 2023

 

Doel 4 and Tihange 3 nuclear reactors public consultation

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Overview – Summary

On 14 July 2022, the Minister for Housing, Local Government & Heritage, received a letter from the Belgian Minister of Energy in relation to the proposed 10 year extension to the operational life of the Doel 4 and Tihange 3 nuclear power plants, located near the Port of Antwerp and the village of Tihange respectively. This letter invited Ireland to participate in a transboundary EIA consultation in relation to the proposed project and advised that relevant environmental documentation would be available early in 2023. The documentation necessary to facilitate transboundary EIA consultation was received on 20 March 2023 from Belgian authorities.

Why is this consultation being undertaken?

In accordance with the provisions of the 1991 United Nations Economic Commission for Europe Convention on Environmental Impact Assessment in a Transboundary Context (“the Espoo Convention”), transboundary States are required to engage in transboundary public consultation in respect of projects likely to have significant effects on the environment of neighbouring States as part of the environmental impact assessment of a proposed development. For this purpose, the transboundary State in whose territory the project is intended to be carried out is required to send to the affected State, no later than when informing its own public, a description of the project and any available information on its possible transboundary impact.

As noted above, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage received information from the Belgian Ministry of Energy, relating to the approval of a draft bill to allow the continued operation for the Doel 4 and Tihange 3 nuclear reactors for another 10 years.

The Nuclear Power Plant of Doel in located in the Port of Antwerp, on the river Scheldt, approximately 6km from the border between Belgium and the Netherlands. The Nuclear Power Plant of Tihange is located on the bank of the Meuse River, near the village of Tihange in the Walloon province of Liége, approximately 40 km from the border between Belgium and the Netherlands and approximately 65 km from the border with Germany and Luxembourg. The Doel nuclear power plant has been in operation since 1974, the Tihange nuclear power plant has been in operation since 1975 and both Doel 4 and Tihange 3 nuclear reactors have been in operation since 1985.

The proposed Project consists of the 10 years extension of the operation of Doel 4 and Tihange 3 reactors and the nuclear safety-related improvement works related to that extension. The Belgian government considers that the proposed Project plays a vital role in securing its supply of electricity until 2035. The project is also in line with the policy that the European Commission wishes to pursue for increased independence from fossil fuels and diversified energy supply. Belgian authorities have advised that countries within a 1000 km radius of these nuclear power plants are being consulted as part of the transboundary EIA process.

How to Participate

All documentation related to the development consent application for the proposed development, including additional or amending documentation accepted at the discretion of the Belgian Ministry of Energy, is available to view on its website at:

https://economie.fgov.be/en/Doel4-Tihange3

Members of the public may wish to visit the Dublin City Council public consultation portal to view correspondence from the Belgian Ministry of Energy, associated documents and links provided by the Belgian Ministry to the full Environmental Statement and all other documentation relating to the development consent application for the proposed development.

https://consultation.dublincity.ie/planning/belgium-doel-4-and-tihange-3

A copy of these documents are available for inspection, or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, during public office hours at Monaghan County Council, Planning Office 1 Dublin Street, Monaghan Town, Co Monaghan H18 X982

Making submissions or observations

Submissions or observations should be made directly to the Belgian Ministry of Energy at nuclear@economie.fgov.be

Deadlines for submissions or observations

The public consultation period is open from Wednesday 17 May 2023. The deadline for the receipt of written submissions or observations under this transboundary consultation process is close of business on Wednesday 21 June at the latest. The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage will not accept submissions or observations in relation to the project.

Further details see press notice here: Belgium Doel 4 and Tihange 3 – Press notice

Part XI Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended)

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COMHAIRLE CHONTAE MHUINEACHAIN

MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL

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

Site opposite ABP entrance, Teehill, Clones, Co. Monaghan.

The proposed development will consist of:

  1. Single storey building of 258sqm for Council Depot use comprising a vehicle storage area, equipment storage area, maintenance workshop, associated office, and welfare facilities (staff toilets, showers and canteen).
  2. Development of outdoor yard for vehicle/material storage and 10 Car parking spaces for staff.
  3. Connection to new wastewater treatment plant and percolation area.
  4. Connection to Irish Water mains.
  5. Signage and Council logo on front elevation.
  6. Upgrade of existing access onto the Regional Road R212.
  7. 2no. new gated pedestrian accesses onto the Regional Road R212.
  8. Earthworks and recontouring of the site 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 23rd January 2023.

The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at http://www.eplanning.ie/MonaghanCC/searchtypes by searching under Monaghan County Council and entering the address of the development.

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 before 5pm on 6th February 2023.

 

Signed: Gareth McMahon

Director of Services

Monaghan County Council

Dated 15th December 2022

COMHAIRLE CHONTAE MHUINEACHAIN MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL – PART 8 (Hollywood Park, Scotstown, Co. Monaghan)

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COMHAIRLE CHONTAE MHUINEACHAIN

MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL

PART 8

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 Hollywood Park, Scotstown, Co. Monaghan. 

The proposed development will consist of refurbishing of the existing Hollywood Park in conjunction with Hollywood Development Association.

The scheme will comprise of the following:

  • upgrading of the existing play area, replacement of the existing jetty, refurbishment of the existing toilet facilities and shelters and surfacing of the existing footpaths through the site.
  • The existing gates, railings and fences will be repaired or replaced.
  • New signage will be erected throughout the site along with new seating and picnic tables.
  • CarPark -Replacement of existing boundary timber fence with weldmesh fencing. Install road kerbs to grass edge. White lining to define existing parking bays
  • Resurfacing and maximising all space for parking. Improving boundary and pedestrian connection. Improved public road safety at the 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 will be available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, during public opening hours at Monaghan County Council, Planning Offices, 1 Dublin Street, Monaghan, H18 X982 and Monaghan Municipal District Office, Monaghan County Council, The Glen, Monaghan up to and including 22nd December  2022. The plans and particulars of the proposed development may also be inspected online at http://www.eplanning.ie/MonghanCC/searchtypes by searching under Monaghan County Council and entering the address of the development.

 

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with the 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 Offices, 1 Dublin Street, Monaghan, H18 X982 up to 5pm on 5th January 2023.

 

Signed: _Nuala Woods           

Nuala Woods, Director of Services, Monaghan County Council, The Glen, Co Monaghan

Date: _21/11/2022_________

Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) – Monaghan County Council

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Monaghan County Council has prepared a Draft Map of the lands considered to be in scope for the RZLT as of 1st October 2022. The Map, explanatory information and deadlines for submissions to the Planning Section is available to view online at www.monaghan.ie/planning/rzlt/

Patricia Monahan, Deputy Chief Executive of Monaghan County Council is encouraging people to check the Draft Map.

“I would strongly urge members of the public to assess the Draft Map published on Monaghan County Council’s website and, if required, to make a submission before January 1st 2023. County Monaghan requires increased housing supply to meet our housing needs, and this initiative seeks to increase supply by activating zoned, serviced residential development lands (including mixed-use lands) for housing.”