Biodiversity upgrades and outdoor fitness area at Parkmore East Business Park

Granted with conditions on 12 May 2026

The IDA is upgrading three green spaces at Parkmore East Business Technology Park with better walking paths, seating areas, and wildlife improvements. The plan includes an outdoor gym and exercise area at one zone, plus rain gardens to manage water, along with new signage to help people enjoy and understand the biodiversity enhancements.

Full description from the council file

for proposed development comprises a biodiversity enhancement scheme undertaken within three existing open spaces (referred to as Zones) of the Business Park, to include: (i) improved access to, and provision of seating to all Zones (1, 2 3); (ii) the implementation of a comprehensive biodiversity enhancement strategy to all Zones (1, 2 3); (iii) the provision of an outdoor gym and exercise area, and related signage at Zone 3; (iv) the installation of entrance signage, biodiversity-related signage and interpretive display board at all Zones (1, 2 3); (v) the creation of 4 no. rain gardens at Zone 3; and all associated site works

Details

Reference: 2660432
Applicant: Industrial Development Agency (IDA) Ireland
Site address: Brockagh, IDA Parkmore East Business Technology Park, Parkmore East, Co. Galway
Status: Decision code: CONDITIONAL
Date received: March 23, 2026
Decision due: May 17, 2026
Date decided: May 12, 2026
Authority: Galway County Council

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Source: Galway County Council planning portal. Full file, drawings, observations and decision documents are on the council's own ePlan site — view application 2660432 on the council portal →.
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