Protected Structures
The Record of Protected Structures lists all protected structures and buildings in Monaghan, as set out in Section 51 (1) of the Planning & Development Act 2000 (as amended) and Section 2.5.4 of the Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines. This includes structures of architectural, historical, archaeological, artistic, cultural, social, scientific or technical importance.
For information regarding procedure for adding a site/building to the Record of Protected Structures email builtheritage@monaghancoco.ie or click here: Record of Protected Structures (PDF)
Architectural Conservation Areas
Architectural Conservation Areas (ACAs) are areas of special architectural, historical, archaeological, artistic, cultural, scientific, social or technical interest or areas that are important to the setting of a Protected Structure. An Architectural Conservation Area may or may not contain Protected Structures within it.
An ACA can consist of a town centre, a group of buildings, a terrace or street or the setting of a country house. The main purpose of an ACA designation is to control inappropriate development for the purpose of preserving and enhancing the character of the area. Like Protected Structures, works to a building within an ACA is not exempted development if the works would alter the character of the ACA. The protected status of the ACA applies to the exterior and streetscape (unless a structure in an ACA is also designated as a Protected Structure). There are 20 designated ACAs in County Monaghan, the majority of which are located in the urban centres of Monaghan, Carrickmacross and Clones, as well as the village of Glaslough.
Map of Architectural Conservation Areas
Maps are currently being updated, apologies for any inconvenience.
Please contact the planning office if you require any further information.