Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 February 2015
106. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding wiring grants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8440/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe need for a declaration of exemption or planning permission is required under the TAMS Sheep Fencing/Handling Scheme as there are cases where the fencing of mountain and other areas are not considered exempted development under the Planning and Development Act. As my Department does not have all of the information necessary to determine if planning permission is required, it was decided that all applicants planning to erect fencing in mountainous areas, Special Areas of Conservation, National Heritage Areas, Special Protection Areas and Natura 2000 habitats must obtain either a declaration of exemption or full planning permission from their local planning authority. Where planning permission is required, farmers must apply for such planning permission whether or not they are seeking grant-aid for the fencing of the land.
