For existing agricultural storage sheds and storage facilities

Ivan Mullen has lodged a new planning application with Galway County Council for a range of agricultural facilities at Loonaghtan (Mahon) on Ballinamore Bridge in Ballinasloe. The proposal covers existing agricultural storage sheds and storage facilities, an animal handling area and welfare unit, the retention and completion of an agricultural storage shed, and all associated site facilities and services. The application was received by the council on 23 April 2026 and is currently under a conditional decision code. The council has set a decision date of 27 August 2026, at which point the application will be formally decided.

The site, situated in the rural outskirts of Ballinasloe, is earmarked for continued use as an agricultural hub. Mullen’s submission outlines the intended use of the existing structures and the planned enhancements to support livestock handling and storage. The application also includes details of the necessary site facilities and services that will accompany the agricultural operations.

Galway County Council’s planning department has reviewed the application and issued a conditional decision, indicating that the proposal meets the council’s planning policies subject to certain conditions. The council will consider the application in light of local planning guidelines and the broader agricultural context of the area. The decision, once made, will determine whether the facilities can be retained and expanded as proposed.

The application is part of the council’s ongoing work to manage agricultural development in the region, ensuring that existing facilities are used efficiently while maintaining compliance with environmental and safety standards. The council’s decision will be published in the official planning register and will be available for public consultation.

For further information on the application, including the full description and supporting documents, readers can refer to the Galway County Council planning file 2660623.

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