This information sets out what is meant by the term ‘taking in charge’, who can seek to have a completed development taken in charge and the procedures involved.
This is intended as a practical guide. It is not a definitive legal interpretation of planning law. For further information, you should contact Galway City Council Transportation Department.
The primary aim of the LECP is to set out, for a six-year period, the objectives and actions needed to promote and support the economic development and the local and community development of Galway City both by Galway City Council directly, and in partnership with other economic and community development stakeholders.
Local Property Tax (LPT) is an annual tax charged on all residential properties in the State and came into effect in 2013. A half-year payment was due in 2013, with a full-year payment due thereafter from 2014. The LPT is collected by the Revenue Commissioners.
The Night-Time Economy (NTE) encompasses various stakeholders and offers diverse activities such as cultural events, entertainment, hospitality, festivals, community, sports, and retail, aiming to create a safe and welcoming environment for both work and leisure between 6 pm and 6 am.
A non-motorised transporter is a mode of transport which does not contain either a fuel engine or electric engine such as a rickshaw or horse drawn carriage otherwise know as a hackney carriage.
The Roads Section of Galway City Council is responsible for authorising the use of Off Road Dumpers and issuing permits for the use of Off Road Dumpers.
Local authorities, together with public transport providers, may provide park and ride facilities so that people can park their car in a designated car park and transfer to public transport.