A bit of help please - Forestry idea

coisabhainn

Hi there,

I'm hoping that someone amongst you here may be able to help. I've had a good read through previous threads and the forestry links but can't find an answer.

I want to purchase a small amount of forestry land (5-10 acres) and rent it out. Location would be Co. Clare.

Two questions

1. Is it as simple as ringing up Coillte and offering the land, or is there more to it than that?

2. What are the chances of getting (planning) permission to build a small cabin on the land. Not a home, just for occasional use when I want to go and admire my forest and do a bit of fishing.


All very idyllic, I know, but is it as simple as that? Any thoughts?

Thanks!

Oldtree

Try this galway lot if you are serious and have a decent budget:

http://www.woodland.ie/properties_for_sale.htm

have a look at this:

http://www.coillte.ie/businesses/land_development/property_management_policy/

and ring coillte.

Or else google

woodland for sale ireland

nothing wrong with a dream..............

Searlait

You can also try here:

http://irish-forestry.ie/forestry_investment_sites_for_sale.htm

The_Conductor

Unless there is a pre-existing dwelling on the woodland (which could be redeveloped), you will have difficulty in getting planning permission to erect a permanent structure. Depending on the nature of whatever structure you erect, it could also impact on both future and previous aid (presuming the forestry was grant aided), and may result in a repayment to the Department.

Get professional advice on this- its not as straight forward as you might imagine.

bradaun

I'd go for a 12 acre plot as that is the minimum for afforestation grant. If the cabin has no foundations you should be okay.

jerryg

You could check out your local Teagasc office,they will give you the information on grants available.