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[H2] Stay up-to-date with the latest news
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[H2] Get to know your council

A comprehensive guide to your councillors, management team, and council functions.

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[H2] Latest news

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Minister Calleary Visits DRCDG-Funded Projects in Connemara

Galway County Council hosted Minister Dara Calleary on 14 May 2026 for a visit to community and rural development projects across Connemara. The visit included the opening of Forum Connemara’s new offices and refurbished Clifden Arts Festival facility, a new community car park at Ionad Pobail an Mháma, and upgraded amenities at Leenane Community Park. The projects, supported by various government schemes, highlight ongoing investment in community infrastructure, outdoor recreation, and sustainable rural development.

18.05.2026

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County Galway Community Champions honoured at Cathaoirleach’s Awards

Cathaoirleach's Awards 2026

11.05.2026

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Public consultation launched on community safety across County Galway

Members of the public are being asked to have their say on safety in their communities as part of a new consultation process launched by the Galway County Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP).

08.05.2026

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The Cathaoirleach's Ball 2026

The Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council, Cllr David Collins, has announced details of this year’s Cathaoirleach’s Ball, which will take place on Sunday, 31st May at the Raheen Woods Hotel in Athenry.

08.05.2026

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Galway County Africa Day in Tuam, Saturday May 9th

A vibrant, free community celebration in Tuam showcasing African culture through music, food, performance and family-friendly activities

05.05.2026

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Galway County Council announces 2026 Artist Support Scheme recipients

Galway County Council has announced the 13 recipients of its 2026 Artist Support Scheme, with €33,860 awarded to artists working across literature, music, theatre, traditional arts and visual arts.

27.04.2026

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Governance & Administration

Find out about your elected members, management, voting, governance, finances and more.

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Careers

Join Galway County Council and help shape the county’s cultural, economic, and social future. We offer meaningful roles, career growth, and a supportive work environment.

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Customer Service

Learn about our commitment to serve you our Customer better. We are committed to delivering high-quality, accessible and inclusive to all our customers.

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Governance

Discover the policies and procedures that govern our actions.

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Irish Language Office

Details of our efforts and commitments to supporting the Irish language.

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Publications

Find our plans, reports and corporate documents.

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Voting and Elections

Find out who can vote, how to register, and where and when to vote in local and national elections.

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Your County Council

Information on Galway County Council’s elected members, leadership, committees, meetings, and governance structures.

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Call us
091509000

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Address

Customer Service

Áras an Chontae,Prospect Hill,Galway,H91 H6KX

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In-person:   9am-4pm Monday-FridayTelephone:  9am-5pm Monday-Friday

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Customer Service

Learn about our commitment to serve you our Customer better. We are committed to delivering high-quality, accessible and inclusive to all our customers.

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Customer Charter

Outlines the service standards you can expect from Galway County Council, including our commitments to quality, accessibility, and continuous improvement.

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Our Complaints Policy and Procedure

How to submit a complaint or appeal about a Council service or decision, and what to expect from the process.

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Our Commitment to You

Details the service standards you can expect when interacting with us in person, by phone, in writing, or online, including our response times and Irish language services.

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Contact Us

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Area office contact details

How to contact our smaller offices located throughout County Galway

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Customer Service Action Plan

The Customer Action Plan 2025–2029 sets out the standards of service that Galway County Council customers can expect, placing the customer at the centre of everything we do. It is a key enabler of Strategic Goal 1: Business Transformation through Enhanced Customer Service, as outlined in the Corporate Plan 2025–2029 and reflects our commitment to innovation, accountability and continuous improvement.

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Housing

Galway County Council's housing department provides affordable homes for people who cannot secure housing through the private market. It supports vulnerable groups and is guided by national strategies like Delivering Homes, Building Communities 2025-2030: An Action Plan on Housing Supply and Targeting Homelessness, to promote inclusive, sustainable communities.

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Affordable Housing

Under the Affordable Housing Purchase Scheme, Galway County Council will assist eligible members of the public to purchase new homes at a reduced price, retaining an equity share in the property, for buyers who are seeking to purchase a newly built home but whose combined mortgage and deposit will not cover the market price of the newly built property.

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Delivering homes, building communities

Delivering Homes, Building Communities 2025-2030: An Action Plan on Housing Supply and Targeting Homelessness

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Housing grants, loans, and tenant purchase

Adaptation grants for older and disabled people, mobility aids grant, loans, tenant purchase and more.

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Social housing and supports

CBL, HAP, RAS, Housing Applications, Homelessness, Traveller Accommodation, HAP Placefinder, Disability

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Tenants

Estate management is about making local authority estates better places to live in. Galway County Council owns and manages over 3,000 properties.

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Private rented dwelling inspections

Private rented dwelling inspections

Email us
[email protected]

Call us
091 509300 (Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm)

Address

Housing

Galway County Council,
Áras an Chontae,
Prospect Hill,
Galway,
H91 H6KX

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Opening times
Housing counter (in person) Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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Motor Tax

Motor tax services include renewals, refunds, ownership changes, trade plates, trailer licences, and more. Find guidance on forms, fees, and required documentation.

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Taxing a vehicle

Details on forms and supporting documentation required when taxing your vehicle.

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Forms & downloads

Access application and declaration forms for motor tax services.

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Change of ownership

Steps and documentation required when transferring vehicle ownership.

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Declaring a vehicle off the road

How to declare your vehicle off the road and what documentation is needed.

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Replacement documents

Information on how to request replacement motor tax documents, including applicable fees and conditions for lost items.

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Rates & fees

Summary of current motor tax rates and applicable fees.

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Motor tax refunds

Details on applying for a motor tax refund.

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Trailer applications

Details on application forms and supporting documentation required when applying for a trailer licence.

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Trade plates

Details on application form and supporting documentation required when applying for trade plates.

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Release of vehicle data

Details on agencies which may obtain your personal data.

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Planning & Building

The purpose of the Planning Section is to provide for the proper planning and sustainable development of County Galway, to promote and facilitate the development of sustainable communities and enterprise, and to ensure the protection of the natural and built heritage and amenity of the county.

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Development Management

The Development Management section ensures the proper planning and sustainable development of projects in accordance with national, regional and local planning policy.

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Plans and Strategies

The Forward Planning section prepares policy documents, strategies and land use plans for Galway County.

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Conservation, Heritage, and Biodiversity

Protecting Galway’s historic buildings, cultural heritage, and natural biodiversity through conservation, education,

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Regeneration

Galway County Council supports the renewal of towns and villages through targeted regeneration projects and land use

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Building Control

The main goal of Building Control is to make sure buildings are safe, healthy, and comfortable for people who use them or are nearby.

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Enforcement

The Planning enforcement section deals with complaints from the public regarding unauthorised development.

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Planning Notices and News

Planning Notices and News

Email us
[email protected]

Call us
091 509043

Address

Planning Dept.

Áras an Chontae,Prospect Hill,Galway,H91 H6KX

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09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri