The restoration of an historic sand and gravel quarry back to its original ground levels…

Application details

Planning reference

24128

Council

Meath County Council

Proposal description

The restoration of an historic sand and gravel quarry back to its original ground levels, for use solely for agricultural purposes. The development will involve (i) the importation of 163,540 Tonnes of imported inert natural materials, soil and stones, (ii) re-instatement of existing overburden contained on site (iii) the remediated lands will be covered with 300mm of topsoil and reseeded with grass when complete and (iv) relocation/upgrading of the existing entrance for improved access, installation of temporary (portacabin type site office/staff welfare facility, 1 no. portable toilet, portable wheel wash facility, Paladin security fencing with sliding gate at boundary with public road, and internal haul road to access quarry) for a period not exceeding 3 years together with all associated site works. The planning application is accompanied by an Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR). Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application

Location / address

Dromone, Oldcastle, Co. Meath

Application type

PERMISSION

Received / registered

22 Mar 2024

Council decision

CONDITIONAL

Council decision date

19 Dec 2024

Final grant date

11 Feb 2025