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Longford County Development Plan 2021–2027

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  1. 14.6.2 Landscape Unit 2 – Northern Upland This unit consists of the central northern section of the County, stretching from Drumlish in the west to Moyne in the north, Esker in the south and including the towns of Granard and Abbeylara in the east, up to and including the county boundary with Cavan. Many of the important views listed in the County Development Plan are located in this landscape unit. The majority of this unit lies above the 100m contour line to the north of the County and contains Corn Hill, Edenmore and Crott. Visible from a significant distance, given the flat nature of the surrounding Midland and Border Counties, the highest point is 278m at Corn Hill. There is high intervisbility between this area and other isolated upland areas such as Ardagh Mountain in the south of the County, the Hill of Uisneach in Westmeath and Sliabh Bán in County Roscommon. The Geology and Soils are predominantly Gley Soils, much of which is in typical drumlin formation. Drainage in the northern section of the unit is dominated by the Lough Gowna Lake complex, which falls under the catchment of the River Erne. The southern portion is drained towards the Shannon via the Camlin and Inny Rivers and their tributaries. Agriculture in this area tends to be extensive, given the poor soil, drainage and access characteristics, and results in a similar but somewhat less enclosed field pattern than Landscape Unit 1. This more open feeling in the landscape may also be attributed to the elevated nature of the topography. Forestry is well established in the area with large coniferous and mixed forestry tracts at Corn Hill, Edenmore and Crott, with smaller pockets scattered throughout the area. Boggy areas predominate to the western boundary in the lower reaches of the river valleys where drainage becomes sluggish and a transition zone is formed between Landscape units 1 and 2. The area is served by an extensive county road network, which is heavily influenced by the elevated topography and associated drainage patterns. Many of these roads are little more than laneways through the hills and valleys and are substandard in width and alignment. The height of Corn Hill in relation to the surrounding Midland topography has made it an attractive site for the establishment of communications masts, which remain a substantial landscape feature. A portion of the now disused Cavan railway lies to the east of Abbeylara. The main settlements within this unit are Granard, supported by the villages of Abbeylara, Moyne, Legga, Bunlahy and Aughnacliffe. Development has yet to become established to any significant degree in these settlements. Rural housing in the area follows the dense pattern of extensive agriculture and the complex road network, tending to be highly dispersed with some local concentrations. Industrial development in the area is limited, with the exception of the Granard area, where the Kiernan Feed factory dominates the landscape for a substantial distance on the approach from Ballinalee. Other industrial developments, including Pat the Baker, are predominantly located within the town where their scale is contained, and their landscape influence is minimal. The Roadstone Quarry at Moyne exerts a considerable landscape influence over Lough Naback, however, this serves to lessen the influence of the pylons and associated 110kv overhead wiring traversing the unit from east to west at this point. This landscape area has a particularly high concentration of archaeological heritage, most notably to the eastern side of the unit where the megalithic tombs at Aughnacliffe, the Black Pig’s Dyke running from Dring to Lough Kinale, the Abbey at Abbeylara and the old town at Granardkille are substantial landscape features with important national heritage and mythological associations. Holy wells are important cultural landscape features and are scattered throughout the eastern section of the unit. Recreation and Amenity is mainly confined to sports grounds and GAA pitches. The sensitivity of much of this landscape can be classified as MEDIUM to HIGH Threats ■ Potential future development of large-scale utility infrastructure in the upland areas - Encroachment of forestry onto important upland slopes and interference with designated scenic views; ■ Potential loss of material and/or integrity of setting of archaeological features and artefacts; ■ Potential loss of character of existing towns and villages; ■ Further loss of population in Granard creating settlement pressure in surrounding rural area and historic landscape; ■ Encroachment on protected views by dwelling units.County Development Plan 2021–2027 391
  2. Opportunities ■ Towns and villages throughout the unit are capable of accommodating substantial additional development to remove pressure from sensitive areas ■ Potential for further tourism related development, particularly in Granard CPO 14.14 CPO 14.15 CPO 14.16 CPO 14.17 CPO 14.18 CPO 14.19 Landscape Unit 2 – Northern Upland – County Policy Objectives It is the County Policy Objective of the Council to: Provide for the development of coherent countywide framework for large-scale utility infrastructure including identification and designation of permitted and restricted areas. Investigate the concentration of heritage artefacts and features in the eastern section of this unit in terms of whether they may warrant the designation of a specific historic landscape to ensure heightened public awareness and their continued protection. Facilitate co-ordination between Coillte/Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine and natural Resources forestry strategies and development Plan Policy Develop identity and character in new developments in towns and villages through the application of area specific design criteria laid out in design guide. Protect views and prospects. Preserve, maintain and enhance these important landscapes and protect the amenity value and visual integrity of the northern upland areas. Discourage inappropriate development in open countryside and prohibit developments which are likely to have material adverse visual impacts, either individually or cumulatively, on the character of these uplands. Ensure that new development will not materially interfere or detract from the scenic uplands and require that proposed developments demonstrate that every effort has been made to reduce visual impacts (including excessive bulk and inappropriate siting) and that visually prominent sites have been avoided to minimise visibility from scenic routes, lakes, walking trails, public amenities, settlements and roads. In regard to the potential impacts of development on sensitive upland areas potential developments shall consider the difficulty of establishing and maintaining screening vegetation. Sunset at DerrycassinLongford County Council 392
  3. 14.6.3 Landscape Unit 3 – Shannon Basin/Lough Ree This unit is located along the western boundary of the County forming the border with Counties Leitrim, Roscommon and Westmeath and taking in the Rivers Shannon, Inny and Rinn and Lough Forbes and Lough Ree. This unit has large amounts of water cover with inland marshes, bogland and tracts of deciduous forestry in the northern section around Lough Forbes. Land cover becomes less diverse travelling south of Lanesborogh on the western shores of Lough Ree, with poorly drained agricultural land forming the majority of the landcover in the area. Relatively small and isolated pockets of bog and marshland create important habitats at Fortwilliam Turlough, Commons North and Portanure, while the Portanure Pine Woods are an important stand of trees on the shores of the lake. Lough Ree is interspersed with several small, uninhabited islands and the predominantly flat landscape provides for panoramic vistas across the lake at numerous locations. Small hills such as those at Newtowncashel, Cullentra and Rathcline (none of which break the 90m contour line) appear much larger in this context and act as punctuation marks in otherwise homogenous topography. The area around Lough Forbes is relatively inaccessible and visibility limited due to extensive afforestation. Much of the geology in the area to the south of Lanesborough is classified as a regionally important aquifer. The Geological survey of Ireland has classified this area as highly to extremely vulnerable by the Geological survey of Ireland. The River Shannon enters the northwestern fringe of the County south of Rooskey, where it is joined by the Rinn River in Lough Forbes. Views of the watercourse are limited in this northern section due to a combination of local topographical and landcover characteristics. The Shannon continues towards Clondra where it is joined by the Camlin River and on towards Lanesboro where it broadens out into Lough Ree. This area is particularly susceptible to flooding. To the south of the County, the Inny enters Lough Ree via the Owenacharra River. Agriculture in the area is, in a similar vein to the majority of the County, extensive in nature. Industry and services are limited in the area given the highly dispersed nature of the settlement, however, those that exist have considerable visual impact. These include: ■ County Council Water Treatment Plant – Lough Forbes ■ Former Denim Factory (Burlington) at Fisherstown ■ Power Station at Lanesborough The former denim factory at Fisherstown is an immense structure (in the region of 29,000m2) the impact of which is reduced given its isolated position, single storey nature and the predominantly flat landscape in which it is situated. The area is traversed to the north by three of the four national routes that run through the County, the N4 north of Newtownforbes, the N5 at Clondra and the N63 at Lanesborough. The remainder of the road network is relatively sparse except for the southern section and consists of third and fourthclass county roads and supporting networks of lanes and boreens. The only significant settlement in the unit is Newtowncashel, a small village located in an elevated position commanding extensive views over the lake. This lack of a defined urban or village structure means that the area is under particular pressure for one-off rural settlement, which is generally dispersed throughout the area, although to a lesser extent than the north of the County. Some areas of concentrated ribbon development have occurred in the vicinity of adjacent settlements, such as Fisherstown at Clondra and along the Rathcline Road south of Lanesborough. Castleforbes Demesne is a private estate located to the north of the unit within extensive woodlands. Extensive early Christian remains are located in the south of the unit and on Saints Island and Inchcleraun. Waterways corridor study has identified the potential for the discovery of underwater archaeology which is not addressed at present in the County development Plan. Access to and awareness of water courses and water bodies tends to be restricted in this area, given the limited road network in the vicinity and landcover barriers such as forestry and wetlands. Parking and amenity areas have been established at Loughfarm, Bleanavoher and Barley Harbour. An extensive amenity area has been developed south of Lanesborough, which is extensively used as a walking route by locals. The sensitivity of the landscapes in this unit range from MEDIUM - along the south-eastern border of the unit- to HIGH sensitivity- along the shores of the lake, islands, the riverbanks, and in the vicinity of the Aquifer.County Development Plan 2021–2027 393
  4. CPO 14.20 CPO 14.21 CPO 14.22 CPO 14.23 Threats ■ Pollution of ground and surface water sources from residential or intensive agricultural development - Inappropriate development and privatisation of lakeshores and riverbanks; ■ Road network insufficient to cater for large numbers of visitors associated with tourism development; ■ Loss of important archaeological and architectural features and/or their setting, underwater and lakeside archaeology in particular - Proliferation of invasive species – Japanese knotweed, rhododendron, zebra mussel – threatens biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. Opportunities ■ Development of Amenity areas along lakeshore; ■ Development of accommodation base within existing village; ■ Strong community involvement in village development (Tidy Towns). Landscape Unit 3 – Shannon Basin/Lough Ree – County Policy Objectives It is the County Policy Objective to: Restrict development in the vicinity of the lakes and maintain aquifer protection zone for 1km around boreholes at Carrowroe Effluent treatment systems in the vicinity of the lake to have nitrogen and phosphorous cleansing capabilities Prepare Village policy statement for Newtowncashel to include provision for the protection of scenic route Promote appropriate schemes for the control/eradication of invasive species 14.6.4 Landscape Unit 4 – Central Corridor This area consists of the centre of the County and includes the settlements of Newtownforbes, Longford Town and Edgeworthstown extending in a northerly direction towards Drumlish in the west and Granard in the east. The southern boundary is mainly formed by the N4 National route from Longford to Mullingar. As with the rest of the County, the main landcover constituent in this unit consists of agricultural pastures. The urban fabric of Longford Town, Edgeworthstown and Newtownforbes also cover extensive areas. Deciduous and mixed forestry are present in pockets throughout the centre of the unit, notably at Carrickglass and Farraghroe. The land in this unit is relatively flat and low-lying, rarely breaking the 100-metre contour line, meaning that trees, field boundaries, buildings and other features generally restrict views over any significant distance. This is contrasted with areas of distinct demesne type landscapes such as at Moatfarrell/Corbeagh. Drainage is toward the Shannon via a complex network of Rivers and Streams accessing the Camlin River, which is subject to seasonal flooding. The urban network is strongest in this area of the County, with a defined hierarchical system dominated by the settlements of Longford, Edgeworthstown and Newtownforbes, which lie along the main transport routes. Edgeworthstown and Longford exhibit a certain amount of commuter traffic to the Dublin area, but not yet to an economically significant degree. Significant pressure exists for “one-off” housing development along the R198 regional route from Longford to Arva and there is an established ribbon development pattern in place in the Clonbalt / Cloonrollagh / Creenagh area. This pattern is repeated at Kilnashee and Cloonagh further north along this route on the approach to Drumlish. The road network is at its most dense at this point given the relatively favourable flat topography of the area. All four national routes (N4 – Dublin/Sligo N5- Longford/Castlebar, N55 Athlone/Cavan, N63- Longford/Roscommon) traverse this Landscape Unit. The Dublin/Sligo Rail line traverses the County through the Central Corridor. Almost onethird of the planning applications for large-scale communications infrastructure in the County have been made in this area.Longford County Council 394
  5. Agriculture in this area is well developed in comparison to much of the County, with a wide range of agricultural activity, from large-scale dairying activity to smaller scale extensive uses, particularly to the west of the area. The main industrial centre of the County is centred at Longford Town, with major installations at Lisnamuck / Templemichael, Townsparks, Ballymacormack and the Athlone Road. Edgeworthstown has two large factories, C&D Pet Foods and Paul & Vincent. A wide range of architectural and cultural heritage is present in this area, with the important occupied demesnes of Castleforbes and Carrickglass. Former settlements have left their mark on the landscape at Farraghroe, Corbeagh and Moatfarrell. A wide range of recreational facilities are available at Longford Town, including leisure centres and swimming pools. The Mall sports complex and walkway through Longford is an important and widely used amenity, augmented by Sli na Sláinte (around Longford bypass). The Camlin River is part of the Midland Fisheries Group of Shannon Regional Fisheries Board managed waters and requires a fishing permit. There are also a number of GAA and soccer pitches within the Unit and a golf course in Longford Town. The sensitivity of the landscapes in this unit is generally LOW. Potential areas of MEDIUM to HIGH sensitivity exist in the vicinity of protected woodlands, riverbanks and in the vicinity of the Aquifer. Threats ■ Pollution of Groundwater sources in the vicinity of the aquifer to the north of Longford Town; ■ Loss/fragmentation of important agricultural land/tree stands and woodlands; ■ Continued ribbon development in pressure areas. Opportunities ■ High capacity for absorption of additional development; ■ Existing strong urban network upon which settlement strategy can be based. CPO 14.24 CPO 14.25 CPO 14.26 CPO 14.27 CPO 14.28 Landscape Unit 4 – Central Corridor – County Policy Objectives It is the County Policy Objective to: Restrict development in pressure areas Relax restrictions in areas of high capacity Install Groundwater protection scheme around potential groundwater supplies Identify and protect important areas of agricultural land from further fragmentation Encourage use of existing large-scale communications infrastructure for future proposed developments Lough Leebeen and Leebeen ParkCounty Development Plan 2021–2027 395
  6. 14.6.5 Landscape Unit 5 – Inny Basin This area is located to the east of the County and forms the border with County Westmeath. The landcover in this area is dominated by peatlands and mixed woodlands interspersed with pastures of varying quality. The area maintains a relatively flat and level topography. The Inny River makes its way from Lough Kinale in Unit 1 and follows the County Boundary for a time before veering south into County Westmeath and Lough Derravarragh. The River re-enters County Longford east of Legan and continues west toward Ballymahon and onto Lough Ree. The Inny dominates the drainage pattern of the area. Flows tend to be sluggish given the nature of the landcover and topography. There is one seasonal lake to the north of the region; however, visibility of the lake and the River from the public road is poor and awareness of these features low, with the possible exceptions of locals and seasoned anglers. The difficult nature of the terrain has meant that human influence on the landscape of the area has been limited in comparison to other units. There are two designated settlements in this unit, one in the south at Forgney and the other in the North at Lisryan. Settlement is greatest in the areas outlying Legan and Edgeworthstown, while Lisryan in particular has experienced some growth in recent times. The area is roughly bisected between north and south by the N4 and the Dublin-Sligo rail line running parallel. The remainder of the road network in the area is sparse, composed mainly of portions of County roads and small laneways. There are few industries in the area given the limited road network and unstructured settlement pattern. Services are generally confined to a local level, such as primary schools, shop, GAA pitch etc. and these facilities are generally located within the two settlements of Forgney and Lisryan. Agriculture in the area appears well developed in reclaimed areas. The sensitivity of the landscapes in this unit are generally LOW. Potential areas of MEDIUM to HIGH sensitivity exist in the vicinity of protected woodlands, riverbanks. Threats ■ Continued depopulation and associated loss of landscape management. Opportunities ■ Existing designated settlements in the area provide potential for population growth. CPO 14.29 CPO 14.30 CPO 14.31 Landscape Unit 5 – Inny Basin – County Policy Objectives It is the County Policy Objective to: Target growth to existing settlements Encourage provision of facilities to strengthen settlements Consider rural housing where appropriate and in accordance with normal planning criteria with the exception of high sensitivity areas in the vicinity of protected woodlands and riverbanks. Rural housing shall not be permitted in close proximity to the River Inny. 14.6.6 Landscape Unit 6 – Peatlands This area is located in the west of the County and includes the settlements of Lanesborough and Clondra and extends towards Ballymahon in the south. Located in the western half of the County, this area is dominated by extensive tracts of raised bog interspersed with mixed forestry and areas of scrubby vegetation. The topography is notably flat, with the majority of the land lying below the 50m contour line. This, when combined with the limited vegetation cover and extensive peat land cover mean that views are available across wide areas throughout the unit. Drainage patterns in the area are heavily influenced by artificial means employed to retain water levels and prevent inundation of commercial peatlands. The Shannon system is the main natural influence, draining the area via the Camlin, Fallan and Bilberry rivers. Seasonal flooding persists in the northern sector, particularly in the vicinity of the Camlin River.Longford County Council 396
  7. The settlement pattern in this unit tends to be less dispersed and more focussed into the designated towns and villages than other areas, given the difficult nature of the terrain. One off development in the area tends be confined to specific pressure areas, for example, Kilmore / Cloonmore and Tullyvrane / Lehery outside Lanesborough. The road network, particularly in the southern section, has been curtailed by the hostile landscape conditions, however communication lines become more complex in the vicinity of Longford and the Royal Canal to the north. The road pattern around Lanesborough, particularly the R392 that travels east to Ballymahon, is notable due to its straightness and lack of consideration for the topographical features that it traverses. This is a former toll road, constructed in the 18th century and connecting Dublin to the main areas of industrial activity in the Country, at which time, Lanesborough marked the western boundary. The straight road and predominantly flat topography create a distinct and unique landscape experience while travelling across the unit. The remains of an ancient toher road, constructed of timber, can be seen at Corlea Bog. The Royal Canal is an important landscape feature, not only due to its heritage associations but also its wider influence on the landscape including features that were built to support it, such as the bridges, towpaths, lock keeper cottages and lock gates. Works are ongoing on the opening up of the canal, which will have a considerable impact on how the landscape is perceived throughout the area. Agricultural potential in the area is limited given the nature of the dominant landcover, however, some reclaimed sections of land support large pastoral farming enterprises, particularly in the northern sector. The area has a strong industrial history in terms of the historical harvesting of peat and the transport of the finished product along the Royal Canal. The landscape impacts of this history are manifested in the industrial architecture and archaeology that abounds throughout the area. The ESB power station at Lanesborough dominates the landscape of the area for a considerable distance, particularly at night-time. Much of the industrial development in this unit is planned adjacent to the power station where it is anticipated that the landscape impact will be limited. The Corlea Visitor Centre interprets an Iron-age bog road built across the boglands to the south of the unit. Bord na Móna preserves the boglands in the vicinity in conjunction with the Department of the Environment. The area is well served by mobile and broadband wireless communications. The visual sensitivity of the landscapes in this unit are generally LOW, as their flat nature allows development to be accommodated with minimum screening needed to achieve integration into its surrounds. An exception to this designation is the vicinity of the Royal Canal, where sensitivity is HIGH. In environmental terms, sensitivity can be generally termed MEDIUM to HIGH due to the limited capacity of the receiving environment to cater for additional effluent loading. Threats ■ Inappropriate development in the vicinity of the Royal Canal; ■ Pollution of ground and surface water due to inadequate or malfunctioning effluent treatment systems. Opportunities ■ Existing and potential recreational and amenity development; ■ Ability to accommodate development in appropriate areas. CPO 14.32 CPO 14.33 CPO 14.34 Landscape Unit 6 – Peatlands – County Policy Objectives It is the County Policy Objective to: Identify appropriate areas for development. Develop guidelines for screening and siting measures to facilitate development. Seek to identify opportunity to collaborate and/or partner with Bord na Móna.County Development Plan 2021–2027 397
  8. 14.6.7 Landscape Unit 7 – Open Agricultural This area is located in the east of the County and contains twelve settlements including, Ballymahon, Ardagh and Keenagh. The unit extends from below the N4 Longford to Mullingar road towards the southern edge of the County. Located in the southeast of the County, this area contains the most versatile agricultural land in the County and is generally characterised by larger, open fields, interspersed with mature trees. Plantations of deciduous and mixed woodland punctuate the landscape. The northern section of the unit contains the most elevated area, including Farnagh Hill and Ardagh (Bawn) and Castlerea Mountain, all of which contain full and/or intermittent scenic views listed for preservation under the County Development Plan. The southern and eastern sections of the unit consist mainly of gently undulating pastoral land. Drainage in the southern and eastern section of the unit is dominated by the River Inny, which is fed by numerous tributary streams and rivers. The northern section drains toward the Camlin River. This unit has the most developed urban structure of the County, being served by twelve designated settlements. Settlements tend to be established longer than in other units throughout the County and as, such, generally exhibit a strong character, identity and sense of community. One-off and ribbon development tends to be more pronounced in the northern section of the unit, tapering off to the south where the more agriculturally productive lands are located. The road network in the unit is relatively dense, with the exception of the elevated areas around Ardagh and Castlerea Mountain. The N55 traverses the unit from northeast to southwest and is served by a network of five regional routes. The Royal Canal is important as an amenity, a landscape feature and a significant influence on the history, culture, architecture and archaeology of the area. The waterway traverses the southern portion of the unit. The area contains almost one quarter of the mobile communications infrastructure in the County. Agriculture exists mainly in the northern section of this unit. The majority of industry and services are provided within Ballymahon and these include Scientific Games Worldwide Services Ltd, Kepak and Readymix. It is considered that their respective locations within the town have minimal landscape impact. This area holds historical and cultural significance with the Irish writer Oliver Goldsmith as he spent time within this area of Longford. The location of the Royal Canal within this unit also meant that a number of the settlements evolved around the Canal and indeed some of the traditional architecture within this unit is reflective of this. The Royal Canal and River Inny provide important amenity and recreation facilities within the unit. The Inny Kayaking Club which is based within Ballymahon has developed over the years and optimises use of this recreational resource. Abbeyshrule Airport has developed significant aviation facility within the village of Abbeyshrule and is extremely popular with aviators from both Ireland and the UK. Landscape Sensitivity can be categorised as Low to Medium. An exception to this designation is the vicinity of the Royal Canal, the River Inny, in Upland Areas with designated scenic views, and in proximity to the heritage village of Ardagh where sensitivity is HIGH. Threats ■ Inappropriate development within the vicinity of the Royal Canal and River Inny; ■ Encroachment of development onto the upland areas with potential interference with designated scenic views; ■ Potential loss of character of existing towns and villages including unsympathetic residential developments in areas of high architectural quality, particularly within the heritage village of Ardagh. Opportunities ■ Existing and potential recreational and amenity development, particularly with relation to the River Inny and Royal Canal; ■ Existing strong settlement base which has capability to absorb further development.Longford County Council 398
  9. CPO 14.35 CPO 14.36 Landscape Unit 7 – Open Agricultural – County Policy Objectives It is the County Policy Objective of the Council to: Fast track the formulation of Local Area Plans/ village policy statements throughout the county to create, preserve and enhance village character. Promote the development of adequate community and social facilities in smaller villages to maintain character, identity and pedestrian scale. Sonnagh Hills - rural countryside LongfordCounty Development Plan 2021–2027 399
  10. 14.7 Protected Views and Prospects The landscape of the County has many vantage points which offer attractive views from hilltops and upland areas, along river valleys and the boglands. These scenic views are of an amenity and tourism value and contribute to our quality of life. There are two distinct types of views identified Full (uninterrupted) (see Table 14.2) and Intermittent (broken or sporadic) (see Table 14.3). Table 14.2: Views and Prospects (to be read in conjunction with Appendix 9: Landscape Character - Full Scenic routes) Route No. Townlands Classification F.S-1 Clontumper, Esker South, Drumnacooha, Derrynacross, Cornafunshin, Lettergonnell, Aghadowry, Glenmore (Longford By), Fostragh, Rathmore (Granard By). Full F.S-2 Clontumper, Corneddan, Esker South, Drumnacooha. Full F.S-3 Soran, Drumnacooha Full F.S-4 Derrynacross, Cornafunshin, Kilmahon, Lettergeeragh, Crowdrumman. Full F.S-5 Lettergeeragh. Full F.S-6 Drumhalry, Rosduff, Enaghan, Lisraherty, Smear, Cleenrah, Rathmore (Granard By), Aghnacliff, Carrickadorrish, Aghacordrinan, Aghakeeran, Molly, Gelshagh, Aghagreagh, Lislea (Granard By). Full F.S-7 Aghnacliff, Aghakine, Culray. Full F.S-8 Aghakine, Sonnagh, Aghakeeran, Molly Full F.S-9 Culray, Ballinrooey, Ballinulty Lower, Dring, Derrycassan, Mullinroe, Larkfield, Cloonagh (Granard By), Kilmore. Full F.S-10 Aghanoran, Cloonagh (Granard By) Full F.S-11 Larkfield. Full F.S-12 Derrycassan. Full F.S-13 Tober, Coolcor, Ballymore. Full F.S-14 Moatfield, Granardkill, Ballybrien, Ballymacroly Full F.S-15 Ballywillin, Springtown, Tonymore North Full F.S-16 Aghabrack, Robinstown, Rincoolagh. Full F.S-17 Druming, Cartrongarrow, Lisduff (Montgomery), Bawn Mountain, Barroe, Castlerea Mountain, Castlerea, Keeloge, Commock, Curraghmore, Abbeyderg, Loughan, Glenmore (Moydow By), Lislea (Moydow By), Cartronbrack. Full F.S-18 Rathcline, Carrowroe, Bleanavoher, Agharanagh (Rathcline Ed) Full F.S-19 Cullentragh, Fortwilliam, Carrickmoran. Full F.S-20 Cashel, Loughfarm, Elfeet (Adamson), Leab, Carrowbeg. Full F.S-21 Tipper (Rathcline By) Full F.S-22 Drumnee, Saints Island Full F.S-23 Ardagh Demesne, Moor, Lyanmore83 Full 83 To include the view from the village towards Ardagh House between both Lodge Houses shall be protected from any inappropriate developments.Longford County Council 400

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