HomeMy WebLinkAbout2560463 - Final Grant
16/06/2026
To: Ronan Boyd
Michael Hetherton
Cogan Street
Oldcastle
Co Meath
A82VP65
File Number - 25/60463
Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended)
NOTIFICATION OF FINAL GRANT
Monaghan County Council has by order dated 12/05/2026 granted the above named, for
the development of land namely for:- planning permission for a development which will
consist of the re-contouring of existing undulating agricultural farmland to include the
importation of green field soil and stone in order to raise the levels of the land together
with all ancillary site development works under an Article 27 declaration. The lands will be
covered with topsoil and reseeded with grass when completed , at Binmore, Castleblaney,
Co. Monaghan, subject to the 18 condition(s) set out in the Schedule attached.
Signed on behalf of MONAGHAN COUNTY COUNCIL.
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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
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DATE
I refer you to the Health and Safety Authority website www.hsa.ie for new responsibilities
for homeowners under Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations
2013.
16/06/2026
25/60463 Ronan Boyd, Binmore, Castleblaney, Co. Monaghan
1.
a) The developer shall pay to Monaghan County Council a sum of €12,680 in accordance with the General
Development Contribution Scheme 2021-2026 (as revised) made by the Council under Section 48 of
the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), towards expenditure incurred or proposed to
be incurred by the Council in the provision of community, recreation and amenity public infrastructure
and facilities in the area.
b) The sum attached to this condition shall be revised from the date of the grant of planning permission
to the value pertaining at the time of payment in accordance with the Wholesale Price Index for
Building and Construction (Materials and Wages).
c) No works shall commence until payment of the development contribution is made in full, or until
Monaghan County Council has agreed in writing to a schedule of phased payments of the sum.
Reason: It is considered appropriate that the developer should contribute towards the expenditure
incurred or proposed to be incurred by the Council in the provision of community, recreation and
amenity infrastructure and facilities in the area.
2.
a) Prior to the commencement of infilling of the site, the developer shall carry out a structural road
condition survey, including a video survey, by a suitably qualified professional to the specification and
satisfaction of the planning authority (the scope of which shall be agreed in writing by the planning
authority) which will identify any areas of the public road along the haul routes which may be
susceptible to damage/subsidence due to the hauling of infill material along it to the site, and will
identify any immediate works that are required to be carried out to facilitate the haulage of infill
material to the site.
b) No infilling of the site shall take place until the structural road condition survey, including a video
survey has been carried out to the satisfaction of and submitted to the planning authority, and any
immediate works required to be carried out to facilitate the haulage of infill material to the site have
been completed to the satisfaction of the planning authority.
Reason: In the interest of orderly development and road safety.
3.
a) Upon cessation of infilling of the site, the developer shall carry out a structural road condition survey,
including a video survey, by a suitably qualified professional to the specification and satisfaction of the
planning authority which will identify any areas of the public road along the haul routes which have
suffered damage/subsidence due to the hauling of infill material along it to the site, and detail
proposals to repair or reinstate the public road to a condition to the satisfaction of the planning
authority.
b) Within two months of the cessation of infilling, or as otherwise specified in writing with the planning
authority, the developer shall at their own expense repair or reinstate the public road to a condition to
the satisfaction of the planning authority in accordance with the details as agreed in condition 3(a)
above.
Reason: In the interest of orderly development and road safety.
4.
Prior to the commencement of development, the developer shall lodge with the Planning Authority a
security by way of a cash deposit for the amount of €30,000, to ensure the satisfactory completion of any
works identified in condition 3(a) above. The cash deposit shall be retained by the planning authority until
the development has been completed to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority in accordance with the
permitted plans and documentation.
Reason: In the interest of orderly development and road safety.
5.
a) Notwithstanding the information submitted, all infilling and re-contouring activity shall be restricted to
the hours 08:00 to 18:00 Monday to Friday, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning
Authority.
b) No work shall take place on Saturdays, Sundays, bank holidays or public holidays.
Reason: In the interest of residential amenity and to ensure that the development is carried out in an
orderly manner.
6.
Only greenfield soil and stone shall be imported to the site. No waste or contaminated material shall be
accepted. The infilling works shall be undertaken strictly in accordance with an Article 27 EPA notification.
Written confirmation of compliance with Article 27 shall be submitted to the Planning Authority prior to
commencement of development.
Reason: In the interests of environmental protection and proper planning and sustainable development.
7.
a) Prior to the commencement of development, the applicant shall:
i. Engage a qualified environmental consultant for completion of a Japanese Knotweed aftercare
plan to ensure the plant is fully eradicated and to prevent further spread.
ii. Implement a 3–5-year monitoring and inspection schedule, maintain comprehensive records,
including inspection findings, treatment dates, and chemical usage.
iii. Submit details of the type and location of fencing which is to be erected around a buffer zone
of 7m from the closest ground stems of the Japanese Knotweed.
iv. Erect signs identifying Japanese Knotweed, exclusion zones, and excavation warnings. Limit
access to areas using secure fencing as per report Japanese Knotweed Management Plan.
b) Development shall be carried out in accordance with these details or as otherwise agreed in writing
with the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of environmental protection and proper planning and sustainable development.
8.
a) Prior to commencement of development, the applicant shall submit proposed details and location of
the proposed silt fence, which is to be erected to maintain a buffer of 10m from all watercourses /
wetlands.
b) Development shall be carried out in accordance with these details or as otherwise agreed in writing
with the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of environmental protection and proper planning and sustainable development.
9.
a) A wheel wash facility shall be installed and made operational prior to the commencement of any
infilling works. All HGVs exiting the site shall pass through the wheel wash. The wheel wash shall be
maintained in effective working order for the duration of the works.
b) All water used in the wheel wash, shall be recycled for further use in the wheel washing process.
c) The cleaning of delivery trucks/tractors shall be carried out within the site development and not at the
entrance or roadway.
d) The public road(s) serving the site shall be kept free of mud, debris, and loose material at all times. Any
soiling of the road shall be immediately removed. Where, in the opinion of the Planning Authority, this
condition is not being complied with, the importation of material to the site shall cease immediately
until appropriate corrective measures are taken to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interest of traffic/road safety and to protect the local road network.
10.
a) Prior to commencement of the infilling works, the applicant shall install a mobile wheel wash - this
must be functional at all times during the proposed infilling timeline and be maintained in accordance
with manufacturer’s guidelines.
b) Waste Quarantine Areas must be clearly identifiable in situ and separate from fill area.
c) Any material and plant/machinery leaving the site should be inspected and dry cleaned in a designated
area
d) Any excess soil generated during the construction phase which cannot be reused on site shall be
disposed/recovered at an appropriately permitted facility in accordance with the requirements of the
Local Government (Waste Management) Act 1996 as amended using authorised waste collectors
authorised to collect the type of material for disposal at authorised treatment facilities.
e) The developer shall ensure that adequate measures and precautions are in place for the construction
phase to ensure there is no discharge of polluting matter/sediment laden waters discharging from the
site to any watercourse. These measures shall take account of the Guidance produced by Inland
Fisheries Ireland titled “Requirements for the Protection of Fisheries Habitat during Construction and
Development Works at River Sites”.
f) The applicant shall maintain a buffer zone of a minimum of 10m between the area of infilling and the
perimeter boundaries of the site and any watercourse/land drain/wetland area within the site. No
material shall be deposited within this area.
g) Monaghan County Council and Inland Fisheries Ireland shall be informed promptly of an accidental
spillage of sediment laden waters, fuel, machine oil or any polluting discharge which may threaten the
quality of any watercourse or groundwater body.
h) Any fuels, oils, greases, hazardous liquid wastes and hydraulic fluids within the site area shall be stored
on site, away from any watercourses in a bunded, leak-proof, and lockable storage area. Note that
bunds are to be designed to contain 110% of the capacity of the largest storage container located
within the bund. There shall be no overflow drain facility from any bunds on site, and all filling and off-
take points shall be located within a bund.
i) Any contaminated soil and stone/hazardous waste arising from either the construction phase of the
development or entering the site shall be stored in a suitable receptacle in the designated quarantine
area prior to removal off site to an authorised facility.
j) Emergency spill kits shall be maintained on site at all times in the event of an accidental spill. Drip trays
and absorbent mats shall also be maintained on site at all times.
k) Machinery used onsite shall be parked away from any watercourses, and any repair work required
shall be untaken off-site.
l) To further reduce the likelihood of spread of any invasive species, all vehicles and equipment used at
the site should be thoroughly cleaned every night and before leaving the site.
m) A suction sweeper or similar is to be made available at all times to ensure that the public roads leading
to the site are kept in a clean and safe condition.
n) The applicant shall ensure completely separate foul and surface water drainage systems are in place.
o) Facilities shall be provided for the collection and segregation of recyclable waste. Wastes shall be
collected for recycling/reuse whenever feasible or otherwise disposed of in accordance with the Waste
Management Act 1996 as amended.
Reason: In the interest of environmental protection and to secure satisfactory/appropriate standard of
development.
11.
a) Prior to the commencement of development, the applicant shall submit, for approval in writing, a
detailed Traffic Management Plan (TMP) addressing HGV routing, timing, signage, and measures to
minimise disruption to local road users.
b) Development shall be carried out in accordance with these details or as otherwise agreed in writing
with the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of traffic/road safety and orderly development.
12.
HGV movements associated with the development shall be limited to a maximum of 12 HGV movements
per day (6 inbound and 6 outbound), unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of residential amenity, road safety, and orderly development.
13.
a) Operational noise levels shall not exceed 55 dB(A) LAeq 1hr during permitted working hours at any
point along the site boundary. No infilling or associated activity shall occur outside the permitted
working hours. Noise produced on-site shall be free of tonal or impulsive characteristics at all times.
b) All plant and equipment shall comply with pertaining noise limits and shall be fitted with appropriate
silencers. Engines shall be switched off when not in use.
Reason: In the interests of public/environmental health and orderly development.
14.
a) Any existing mature trees and hedgerow defining the site boundaries shall be permanently retained in
this development. They shall also be reinforced with additional planting and protected from damage at
all times, particularly during operations.
b) Site boundaries shall be planted with native hedgerow species to form naturalised hedgerows similar
to existing hedgerows in the vicinity. Predominant species shall be whitethorn, with blackthorn, hazel
and holly also included. Planting shall be in a double staggered row with 8 (eight) 2-3 year old plants
per metre; 250mm apart, with 300mm between rows.
c) Hedgerow planting, as required, shall be supplemented with native tree species at irregular intervals.
Species shall include oak, sycamore and beech.
d) Planting as required shall be carried out in the first planting season following commencement of
building operations and shall be permanently retained thereafter. Any plant which fails in the first
planting season shall be replaced. Trees shall be allowed to mature and shall not be topped when
trimming hedgerows.
Reason: In the interests of visual amenity.
15.
a) Visibility splays of 70m, measured to the nearside road edge in each direction, shall be provided from a
point in the centre of the entrance 2.4m from the road edge at a height of between 1.05m and 2m
above ground level to an object height of between 1.05m and 2m above ground level in both
directions. The visibility splays shall be retained and kept clear from obstructions thereafter.
b) Where it is necessary to remove hedges, fences, embankments or other obstructions in order to
achieve the required visibility splays, they shall be reinstated behind the visibility splays. Any new trees
or shrubs shall be planted back from the visibility splays to allow for future growth and some species
will require additional set back. All existing planting shall be kept trimmed behind visibility splays.
c) To reduce impacts on residents adjacent to the proposed site the applicant and all sub- contractors
must ensure they adhere to the following:
i. Schedule deliveries/construction traffic in such a way as to reduce the possibility of a build of
construction vehicles arriving at site simultaneously, resulting in build-up of traffic on road
network.
ii. Road Cleaning: - the applicant/contractor will be required to carry out road sweeping
operations to remove any project related dirt and material deposited on any length of the
road network by construction / delivery vehicles. Road Sweepers will be required to dispose of
material following sweeping of road network, to a licensed waste facility.
Reason: In the interest of road/traffic safety.
16.
The development shall be carried out in accordance with the details within the submitted Construction
Environment Management Plan, submitted to the Planning Authority on 21/11/2025.
Reason: In the interest of orderly development.
17.
a) The area that is filled shall be top soiled and grassed within one year from the date of the expiry of the
five-year planning permission period, or within one year from the cessation of infilling should the
development conclude before the planning permission period expires.
b) All temporary works, stockpiles, wheel wash facilities, and site compounds shall be removed.
Reason: To secure a satisfactory/appropriate design standard.
18.
The development shall be carried out and retained strictly in accordance with the plans and documents
submitted on 21/11/2025, as amended by additional information on 16/04/2026, except as may
otherwise be required in order to comply with the above conditions.
Reason: In the interest of proper planning and sustainable development.
BUILDING CONTROL ADVICE NOTE
Before Any Building Works Commence - Things you should check!
1. Building Control Legal Requirements - Commencement Notice & Fire Safety Certificates (FSC);
In accordance with the Building Regulations you are obliged to submit a Commencement Notice prior to
commencement of a development and it must be submitted not less than 14 days and not more than 28 days
before you wish to commence. The Commencement Notice must be submitted to the Local Authority via the
online national portal BCMS. Applicants are advised to register on this website in advance of submitting a
commencement notice via the attached link: www.localgov.ie/en/bcms
As the type of Commencement Notice required will vary depending on your proposed development, you are
advised to seek advice from your agent or architect on what type of commencement notice is relevant to your
proposed works. Alternatively please feel free to contact Monaghan Fire & Building Control Authority for
advice at 047-30521 or email: bcms@monaghancoco.ie
Please be advised that works can not begin until the applicant has received a valid commencement notice from
the Building Control Authority, and that it is an offence under the Building Control Act 1990 to proceed with the
works without a valid commencement notice and/or a valid FSC (if required for works/development).
2. Pre-Development Conditions;
If there are any Pre-Development conditions on the schedule of conditions attached to your permission you
should give your immediate attention to them prior to the commencement of your development.
N.B. All conditions must be complied with in full as failure to do so will render your permission invalid and
may result in the initiation of enforcement proceedings for compliance with same.
3. Construction Products Regulations (SI No 225 of 2013);
You need to ensure that you, your builder, your designer/assigned certifier and your suppliers are familiar with
the requirements of the Construction Products Regulations.
For more information, please see link provided below.
https://monaghan.ie/firebuildingcontrol/building-control-construction-products-regulation/
4. Responsibilities under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013;
The regulations are to ensure that there is a safe working environment for all involved in the construction
works, including dwellings.
For more information;
http://www.hsa.ie/eng/Publications_and_Forms/Publications/Construction/Guide_for_Homeowners.html