The Environment Minister is being called upon to clarify the consequences of a European Court ruling which could lead to extra costs for Clare landowners.
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A European Court of Justice Ruling is forcing Ireland to adapt planning regulations regarding drainage – failure to do this could see the government pay fines of more than 33 thousand euro per day.
However, such a change could be costly for landowners, who may have to apply for planning permission on already existing drains.
Clare Labour TD Michael McNamara fears this would hurt a number of people, particularly farmers, throughout the county.
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