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Planning permission for new petrol station near Creeslough blast site overturned
Overview
An Coimisiún Pleanála has overturned a decision to grant planning permission for a new petrol station near the site of the October 2022 explosion in Creeslough, County Donegal, following an appeal by relatives of those killed. The planning commission ruled that the development would violate the land's designation as an amenity area.
Key points
- An Coimisiún Pleanála refused permission for a new petrol station near the Creeslough blast site following an appeal by victims' relatives.
- Donegal County Council had previously approved the planning application in March.
- The planning commission stated that a significant portion of the land is zoned as an amenity area for open space and recreation.
- The proposed development included a shop, post office, deli, fuel pumps, car wash, and other facilities.
- Ten people were killed in the original service station explosion on 7 October 2022, and no official cause has yet been given.