Knockdrin and Derrygreenagh Townlands, Rhode, Co. Offaly
Importation of soil and stone to raise ground levels for agricultural restoration in Rhode.
2560404 · Offaly County Council · Lodged 4 September 2025
- Reference
- 2560404
- Authority
- Offaly County Council
- Register status
- In progress
- Type
- PERMISSION
- Received
- 4 September 2025
Summary
AI-generatedThe development involves importing up to 25,000 tons of soil and stone over 2 years to raise ground levels by up to 1.2m across 2.4 hectares. It includes a temporary wheel wash, new drainage, and eventual restoration to agricultural use, alongside retention of the existing entrance.
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Development description
Importation of soil and stone ( ewc class 17 05 04 ) not exceeding 25,000 tons over a period of 2 yrs for the purpose of raising existing ground levels not exceeding 1.2m in height, temporary installation of a suitable wheel wash at the entrance, installation of new drainage over 2.4ha and all ancillary site works with restoration to agricultural use on completion. The development will require a waste facility permit. Retention permission sought for the entrance as constructed
Key dates
Timeline
- Application received4 September 2025
- Further information requested29 October 2025
- Further information received29 April 2026
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