An Bord Pleanála admits error over Raheny homes permission

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An Bord Pleanála admitted an error over planning permission for 500 homes before Mr Justice David Barniville on 28 June 2018. The development was planned for lands used by St Paul's College in Raheny.

The board accepted that it had recorded an appropriate assessment under the EU Habitats Directive incorrectly and said it was prepared to consent to orders quashing the permission.

The judge adjourned the matter to allow the parties and notice parties, including developer Crekav Trading, to consider the board's position. The proceedings included challenges concerning protected habitats and the European Union Birds Directive.