List of Services

Access downloadable fire safety resources, including checklists, leaflets, and guidance documents for homeowners, businesses, and community groups.

Useful links and resources related to climate change.

Explore Galway’s local food, craft, and tourism businesses with our interactive map highlighting unique producers, eateries, and attractions across the county.

Information on applying for vacancy relief on unoccupied commercial properties, including access to the required application form.

We maintain a register of long-term vacant land suitable for housing or renewal. A levy may apply to encourage development.

Variation No. 1 to the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028

Epic coastlines, unspoiled magnificent golden
beaches, wonderful wild landscapes and lofty
mountain peaks, marvel at all that County Galway
has to offer. With a promise of unforgettable
moments at every turn—where history meets
adventure and every journey feels like a story
waiting to unfold. County Galway’s unique culture
and dramatic landscape captivate all who visit.

Voluntary housing provides rented accommodation to those qualifying for social housing support, which are facilitated by Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs), and have been approved by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (DHLGH) under section 6 (6) of the Housing Miscellaneous Provisions Act 1992.

Your legal requirement to use an authorised waste collection service

Legal Responsibility to apply for a Waste Collection Permit and how these permits are enforced