Rooted in the community: New tree nursery planned for Donegal
New tree nursery planned for Whitecastle in Quigley’s Point
Planning permission is being sought for the development of a new tree nursery in Whitecastle, Quigley’s Point.
Ciaran Gallagher is seeking permission to construct the tree nursery, which would include a service building, four polytunnels, a treatment plant and percolation area.
The plans also include associated site works and car parking facilities for four spaces.
Documents submitted as part of the application state that the development is intended to grow trees for the local market, with a particular focus on native species.
It is outlined in the application how the trees would be grown from seed, initially being germinated inside the polytunnels before being transferred outdoors to grow until they reach a suitable stage for sale.
The application states that the initial aim is to supply native trees to farming and community enterprises for planting, with sales to the general public expected to take place on a very restricted scale.
Donegal County Council is due to make a decision on the planning application by the beginning of 2027.