The demolition of the existing three span bridge and construction of a new single span bridge consisting of piled…

Application details

Planning reference

181236

Council

Limerick City and County Council

Proposal description

The demolition of the existing three span bridge and construction of a new single span bridge consisting of piled abutments and a stell truss superstructure to facilitate the potential future re-introduction of freight traffic on the Limerick to Foynes railway line at Churchfield/Island MacTeige. The existing intermediate piers will remain in place in a non load bearing capacity. The works also includes the temporary relocation of a salt marsh during the construction of the bridge structure. A Natura Impact Statement has been prepared for the development

Location / address

Churchfield/Island MacTeige, Foynes, Limerick.

Application type

PERMISSION

Received / registered

17 Dec 2018

Council decision

CONDITIONAL

Council decision date

6 Jun 2019

Final grant date

10 Jul 2019