Planning application received: sought to raise levels of agricultural lands by 0.5m to 1.0m approximately, using inert material arising from the excava

A planning application has been lodged with Waterford City and County Council by residents of Lemybrien in Co Waterford. The proposal seeks to raise the level of agricultural land on the site by between half a metre and one metre, using inert material recovered from the excavations of the nearby Cluain Shuí Finn housing development. In addition, the applicant intends to use imported inert soil and stone that are classified as Article 27 by‑products of the construction industry.

The application was received on 9 June 2026 and is currently under consideration. Council staff will render a decision by 3 August 2026. No further details have been released at this stage, and no costs or design features have been disclosed in the submitted documentation.

The proposal would alter the topography of the local farmland, potentially affecting drainage patterns and land use. The council’s review will assess environmental impacts, compliance with planning policy and any implications for neighbouring properties.

For full information on the application, including reference number 2660409, see Waterford City and County Council’s planning portal.

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