GLENVEAGH NATIONAL PARK, GARTAN MOUNTAIN, LETTERKENNY PO
Construction of an extension to the Glenveagh National Park visitor centre for offices and staff facilities.
2660881 · Donegal County Council · Lodged 15 May 2026
- Reference
- 2660881
- Authority
- Donegal County Council
- Register status
- Decided
- Type
- PERMISSION
- Received
- 15 May 2026
Summary
AI-generatedThis application is for an extension to the existing visitor centre building at Glenveagh National Park. The new space will accommodate an administration office and staff welfare facilities, and is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement.
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Official record
Development description
Construction of extension to the visitors centre building to accommodate an administration office and staff welfare accommodation with associated site works. A natura impact statement (nis) accompanies this application
Key dates
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- Application received15 May 2026
- Decision due9 July 2026
- Decision issued2 July 2026
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