Construct a new slatted shed and silage base together with all ancillary site works and

Patrick David Mc'Donagh has lodged a planning application with Sligo County Council to construct a new slatted shed and silage base at Gortygara, Gurteen, Co Sligo. The proposal also includes all ancillary site works and services required for the development.

The application was received on 7 May 2026 and carries a decision code of CONDITIONAL. Sligo County Council is expected to issue its final decision by 1 July 2026; the council actually decided on 25 June 2026, confirming that the proposal meets the necessary conditions set out in the planning guidelines.

The site address listed in the application is Gortygara, Gurteen, Co Sligo. The applicant has not indicated any changes to existing structures on the property, and the plan focuses solely on new agricultural infrastructure.

This development follows a series of recent planning decisions across County Sligo, including changes of use for commercial units at Print House Market Place, partial demolition works on Holywell Road, and other residential and commercial projects. However, Mc'Donagh’s application is distinct in its focus on livestock facilities rather than residential or commercial redevelopment.

The council will review the application against local planning policies, environmental considerations, and any potential impacts on surrounding land use. If approved, the new shed and silage base would provide modern storage solutions for farmers in the Gurteen area, potentially enhancing agricultural efficiency within the county.

For further details consult Sligo County Council Planning file 2660175.

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