GrantedOtherDecided 1 May 2025

Fisheries Field located at Earl’s Island, University Road (R863), University of Galway Co. Galway

Public realm enhancement works at Fisheries Field, University of Galway, near protected structures.

2460382 · Galway City Council · Lodged 4 December 2024

Reference: 2460382
Authority: Galway City Council
Register status: Decided
Type: PERMISSION
Received: 4 December 2024

Summary

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The University of Galway is applying for public realm enhancements on a 1.01-hectare site. Works include landform adjustments for a seating terrace, two landmark sculptural signs, and enhancing the setting of a protected lime kiln.

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Official record

Development description

Permission for development which consists of; the university of galway are applying for planning permission to galway city council for public realm enhancement works on a site known as fisheries field located at earl’s island, university road (r863), university of galway, co. Galway. There is a protected structure, rps no. 3609 (a lime kiln) located in the northern portion of the development site. There are 2 no. Additional protected structures located in the vicinity of the site, including rps no. 8501 (rivers & waterways, including embankments and walling) located immediately to the east of the application site; and rps no. 3608 (known as weir lodge) located to the north-east of the application site. The proposed site extends to 1.01 hectares. The development consists of the following
Adjustments to the landform to create a seating terrace, comprising limestone flag paving, to provide a flexible events space
The provision of 2 no. Landmark sculptural signs which consist of (i) a ‘galway’ sign and (ii) a ‘gaillimh’ sign supported by a plinth
An enhancement to the setting of the existing lime kiln, a protected structure, rps no. 3609, to provide for greater engagement with the addition of a new seating area using limestone boulders and logs
Definition of the central event and informal play space with peripheral meadow grass management and a backdrop of trees and woodland
The removal of the existing footpath and the provision of a new shared surface for pedestrians and cyclists, to connect to the existing bridge located in the south-eastern portion of the site
The addition of railing to the existing stone wall (overall height 1.2m) located in the southern portion of the site
Provision of enhanced public lighting including sculptural lighting
Provision of nature-based drainage measures and site services
The relocation of existing overhead wires to underground
All ancillary services and associated site development works. This application is supported by natura impact statement (nis)

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Community Culture and InstitutionalCI

“To provide for institutional and community facility use”

National zoning type: Community facilities

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Residential Property Price Register sales within 500 metres of this site
Address	Date	Price	Distance
1 Earls Island, Salmon Weir, Co Galway	Sept 2025	€980,000	88 m
2a Waterside, Galway, Galway	Dec 2025	€350,000	133 m
St. Vincents, Newtownsmith, Galway City	Apr 2025	€5,646,714	207 m
12 Corrib Terrace, Woodquay, Galway	Feb 2025	€530,000	209 m
Riverside House, 13 Riverside, Woodquay	Nov 2025	€1,600,000	222 m
20 Riverside, Woodquay, Galway	Jan 2025	€600,000	225 m
10 Mcdonagh Terrace, Woodquay, Galway	Feb 2026	€405,000	246 m
7 Mcdonaghs Terrace, Woodquay, Galway	Sept 2025	€421,000	256 m

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Key dates

Timeline

Application received4 December 2024
Further information requested5 February 2025
Further information received14 April 2025
Decision due11 May 2025
Decision issued1 May 2025
Grant issued10 June 2025
Permission expiry9 June 2030

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