Written answer
Forestry Sector
A replanting order was issued after 0.39 hectares clearfelled under a 2016 licence remained unplanted; the Department will address the landowner’s concerns.
135. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on a replanting order (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [67427/26]
Comment on this
Compliance with forestry licence conditions is an important element of the forestry licensing process and is crucial to maintaining the integrity of the forestry licencing system. Tree felling licences carry an obligation to replant any area that is clearfelled.
A felling licence to clearfell trees issued to the named individual on 26th August 2016. The licensed area was to clearfell 0.39 Hectares and contained a replanting obligation which formed part of the licence conditions.
Following an inspection on 17th March 2026 by my Department, it was determined that 0.39 hectares had been felled but not yet replanted. A replanting order issued to the named individual by registered post on 19th June 2026, to ensure the replanting obligations outlined in the felling licence are met.
The district inspector discussed the Replanting Order with the named individual on 29th June 2026, and my Department will now contact him again to discuss his concerns.