Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael)
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Planning statistics are compiled by each planning authority on an annual basis for collation and publication on my Department’s website, at the following link:

www.gov.ie/en/service/9e4ee-get-planning-statistics/.

The data collected relates to the total number of applications and decisions for all developments that require planning permission, broken down by year and planning authority. The most recent data available in respect of Louth County Council indicates that 23.3% of planning applications were refused permission by the Council in 2021. However, 2022 data has not yet been collected and consequently is not available in my Department. In addition, my Department does not compile data on the reason for refusal to grant permission. Such information may be sought directly from the relevant planning authority.