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The Planning enforcement section deals with complaints from the public regarding unauthorised development.

Please note that Galway County Council Archives is in the course of recruiting a new archivist. Public access to the archives will not be available pending this appointment.

Helps ambitious SMEs innovate and grow internationally

Report issues such as waste, noise, or pollution using the official complaint form or by contacting the Environment team.

Environmental Science Kits for Ecological Recording

The ethics framework for local government in Ireland promotes integrity, transparency, and accountability through a code of conduct and oversight by an ethics registrar.

Summary

All development of land or property requires planning permission, unless it is classed as exempt.

Explore past archive exhibitions that highlight Galway’s history through original records, creative projects, and commemorative displays.

Getting started with your genealogy research