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Planning permission quashed for 660 new homes near Battle of Boyne site
Summary
In a 2020 High Court decision, Mr Justice Denis McDonald quashed An Bord Pleanala's approval of a development at Rathmullen, Drogheda, that would have added 661 homes, a neighbourhood centre and a creche. The judge found the board's decision "wrong in law" because it failed to properly assess the impact on bird species in the Boyne Estuary Special Protection Area and on four nearby Natura 2000 sites. The court held that the board had not carried out the required high‑tide survey of rare birds, a requirement under the EU Habitats Directive, and had incorrectly considered mitigation measures. The decision was challenged by Highland Residents Association and Protect East Meath Ltd, who argued the board had ignored ecological and historical concerns. The case will return for final orders at a later date.
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What: Report matter: Planning permission quashed for 660 new homes near Battle of Boyne site. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2020-12-02 Publication
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