Planning application · Galway City Council

Development which consists of: Planning permission is sought by the Galway Harbour…

Galway Harbour , New Docks , in the townland of Townparks Galway

2660291 · GalwayLodged
Reference
2660291
Planning authority
Galway City Council
Received
13 Aug 2026
Decision due
7 Oct 2026
Status
Lodged
Use
other
Site area
0.273 ha

Proposed development

Permission for development which consists of: Planning permission is sought by the Galway Harbour Company for development at a site located on the centre pier in the Galway Harbour, New Docks, in the townland of Townparks, Co. Galway. The proposed development will consist of the following: 1. Dismantling and removal of the existing c. 257 sqm shed and the making good of the ground conditions following its dismantling. 2. Provision of additional surface water drainage measures to improve and ensure the adequacy of surface water run-off management on the site. 3. Provision of all associated site works and ancillary services necessary to facilitate the proposed development. The proposed development seeks to improve the efficiency and safety of ongoing port operations and will not lead to any material change of use or intensification of existing operations. This application is supported by a Natura Impact Statement (NIS)

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The application has been lodged and validated. The council has eight weeks to decide, unless it asks for further information. The council's decision is due by 7 Oct 2026.

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