Recent News:
Temporary Road Closure-Lower Dargle Road, Ravenswell Road and Seapoint Road
Bray Town Council intends to close the following roads to public traffic for a period of 6 months from 30th April 2012.
Roads to be closed: 1) Lower Dargle Road; 2) Ravenswell Road;
The Closure is necessary to construct a culvert under Bray Bridge as part of the River Dargle Flood Defence Scheme.
It is also proposed to close Seapoint Road for a period of 15 days (from 1st May 2012 to 15th May 2012) to facilitate the diversion of sewers and other services required as part of the River Dargle Flood Defence Scheme.
Any objections / submissions should be made to the Town Clerk, Civic Offices, Main Street, Bray by 10th April 2012.
Website for River Dargle Flood Defence Scheme
Website for Information on River Dargle Flood Defence Scheme
A dedicated website has been set up to provide up-to-date information on the River Dargle Flood Defence Scheme. The website aims to keep people informed about progress, upcoming works and traffic management plans. Please click link for further details www.braydargle.com
The rainfall forecast is less than the rainfall amounts which led to the serious flooding in October, nevertheless Bray Town Council, supported by County Wicklow Civil Defence will continue to monitor rainfall amounts and will be on stand by in the event of an emergency.
Bray Town Council operates a 24 hour call answering service and can be contacted at 01-2744900 at any time. Only emergency calls will be dealt with outside office hours.
Tree Felling
Tree Felling Licence Procedure
Under Section 37 of the Forestry Act, 1946, it is illegal to uproot any tree over ten years old or to cut down any tree, unless notice of the intention to do so has been given in accordance with the Act. Notice of the intention to fell or uproot trees must be given in writing on a form known as a Felling Notice.
Do All Species of Trees Require a Tree Felling Licence?
The prohibition on the uprooting or cutting down of trees does not apply where:
§ it is a hazel, apple, plum, damson, pear or cherry tree grown for the value of its fruit or any ozier;
§ it is less than 100 feet from a dwelling other than a wall or temporary structure;
§ it is standing within the boundaries of a town council, or city council area.
Other exceptions apply in the case of road construction, road safety and electricity supply operations.
Where Do I Get an Application?
Application forms are obtained from local Garda Stations, this form is stamped by the nearest Garda Station to where the site is situated.
Where Do I Send The Completed Application?
Tree felling licences are received and granted by the Felling Section of the Forest Service, Department of Agriculture and Food, Johnstown Castle Estate, Co. Wexford. Tel: (053) 60174 or (053) 60170.