New agricultural shed with slurry tank and calf housing

Trevor Crowe has applied to Cavan County Council for permission to construct a new agricultural shed on the Cormeen site in Ballinagh, Co Cavan. The proposal, filed under planning reference 2611, calls for a single‑storey structure that will incorporate a slatted floor area for livestock, an underneath slurry holding tank and a calf creep area. Associated site works – including access roads, drainage and fencing – are also part of the application.

The council received the application on 21 April 2026 and set a decision deadline of 15 June 2026. On 12 June 2026 it issued a conditional approval, meaning that the project can proceed provided certain conditions are met. The decision code is listed as “CONDITIONAL” in the council’s planning register.

The shed is intended to support the day‑to‑day operations of the local farming enterprise. By providing dedicated space for livestock and calves, along with an integrated slurry tank, the design aims to improve animal welfare and farm hygiene. The inclusion of a calf creep area will allow young stock to be housed safely while still close to adult animals.

Ballinagh’s rural community has long relied on small‑scale farming ventures such as this one. Local farmers have expressed that modernised facilities help maintain competitive standards and meet regulatory requirements for animal health and environmental protection. The council’s decision, though conditional, is seen by many in the area as a positive step toward sustaining agricultural activity in the region.

The planning file, reference 2611, can be accessed through the Cavan County Council website for further details on the conditions attached to the approval. For more information see the council’s official planning documentation.

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