Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 February 2006
370 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the position regarding Dublin Bay and any proposal to infill 52 acres; and if this proposal will be rejected as a matter of priority. [4985/06]
View answerAn application from Dublin Port Company for approval under the Foreshore Acts for the proposed reclamation of an area of some 21 hectares of foreshore is before the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources at present. The application must be considered in accordance with the appropriate procedures, including a process of public consultation in which it will be open to interested persons or organisations to make submission on the proposal. The proposed development will also require planning permission.
