# Whitecross, Co. Meath: townland, land parcels and planning

Townland in the civil parish of Ballygarth, barony of Duleek Upper, Co. Meath.

- Area (Tailte Éireann): 217,903 m² (21.79 ha, 53.85 acres)
- Land parcels (Tailte Éireann): 32 registered freehold parcels lie mostly in it, median 1,817 m²
- Zoning (national zoning, MyPlan): P5 RA - Rural Area, the zone with the most parcels
- Planning (National Planning Applications): 10 applications since 2010
- Civil parish: Ballygarth, https://everytownland.com/meath/parish/ballygarth.md
- Barony: Duleek Upper
- Electoral division: Julianstown, the unit of the census
- Census 2022 (Central Statistics Office): 11,501 people lived in 3,991 households in the Julianstown electoral division. 74% of households owned their home. 50% of homes were built since 2001. 5% of dwellings stood vacant on census night, and 1% were holiday homes.
- County: Co. Meath, https://everytownland.com/meath.md
- Placenames Database of Ireland: https://www.logainm.ie/en/38441
- Townland number at Tailte Éireann: 161608
- Centre: latitude 53.664767, longitude -6.273812 (WGS 84)

## Land parcels (registered freehold land, Tailte Éireann)

32 registered freehold parcels lie mostly in Whitecross, from 168 m² to 79,602 m² (7.96 ha, 19.67 acres); 24 neighbouring parcels touch its boundary. Largest first:

- Parcel 193671: 79,602 m² (7.96 ha, 19.67 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/193671.md
- Parcel 3778503: 75,430 m² (7.54 ha, 18.64 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/3778503.md
- Parcel 161549: 8,689 m² (0.87 ha, 2.15 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/161549.md
- Parcel 2517910: 5,600 m² (0.56 ha, 1.38 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/2517910.md
- Parcel 187424: 3,539 m² (0.35 ha, 0.87 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/187424.md
- Parcel 215933: 3,306 m² (0.33 ha, 0.82 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/215933.md
- Parcel 167606: 2,945 m² (0.29 ha, 0.73 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/167606.md
- Parcel 154596: 2,851 m² (0.29 ha, 0.7 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/154596.md
- Parcel 148572: 2,462 m² (0.25 ha, 0.61 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/148572.md
- Parcel 144605: 2,445 m² (0.24 ha, 0.6 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/144605.md
- Parcel 146844: 2,408 m² (0.24 ha, 0.6 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/146844.md
- Parcel 206563: 2,402 m² (0.24 ha, 0.59 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/206563.md
- Parcel 141870: 2,167 m² (0.22 ha, 0.54 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/141870.md
- Parcel 197353: 2,156 m² (0.22 ha, 0.53 acres), https://everytownland.com/parcel/197353.md
- Parcel 195117: 1,944 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/195117.md
- Parcel 156795: 1,879 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/156795.md
- Parcel 152206: 1,754 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/152206.md
- Parcel 152629: 1,751 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/152629.md
- Parcel 5709064: 1,655 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/5709064.md
- Parcel 137217: 1,610 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/137217.md
- Parcel 196731: 1,595 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/196731.md
- Parcel 202535: 1,445 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/202535.md
- Parcel 162312: 1,234 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/162312.md
- Parcel 136143: 1,153 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/136143.md
- Parcel 151563: 952 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/151563.md
- Parcel 169069: 884 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/169069.md
- Parcel 155972: 847 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/155972.md
- Parcel 153673: 736 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/153673.md
- Parcel 135563: 465 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/135563.md
- Parcel 148680: 437 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/148680.md
- Parcel 195557: 199 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/195557.md
- Parcel 158223: 168 m², https://everytownland.com/parcel/158223.md

## Zoning (national zoning of development plans, MyPlan)

- P5 RA - Rural Area (Mixed/general primary sector uses, including 'rural'): Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 (As Varied), Meath; 44 parcels. The zoning objective in the plan: https://consult.meath.ie/en/consultation/consolidated-meath-county-development-plan-2021-2027-incl-variations-1-2
- R2 A1 - Existing Residential (Existing residential): Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 (As Varied), Meath; 9 parcels. The zoning objective in the plan: https://consult.meath.ie/en/consultation/consolidated-meath-county-development-plan-2021-2027-incl-variations-1-2
- G1 F1 - Open Space (Open space, park): Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 (As Varied), Meath; 2 parcels. The zoning objective in the plan: https://consult.meath.ie/en/consultation/consolidated-meath-county-development-plan-2021-2027-incl-variations-1-2

## Planning applications whose site touches the townland (National Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage)

10 applications, newest first.

- 10 Aug 2026, Meath County Council 2661011: N/a. Permission. Permission & Retention Permission for development at Whitecross, Julianstown, Co. Meath, A92Y2TA. The development will consist of Permission for the proposed change of use of 1.1ha agricultural lands to a vehicle storage compound (comprising an existing c. 0.2ha of aggregate area subject of retention and c. 0.9ha of new aggregate area), extending the existing c.0.4ha permitted facility (ref. MCC Reg. Ref. LB151327 and Waste Permit license Number WFP-MH-12-007-01). Vehicles being stored on the subject site will include (i) s.41 Garda seized vehicles; (ii) crashed and damaged vehicles awaiting insurance assessment; and (iii) ELVs (pending their removal to an authorised waste transfer and recycling facility). To facilitate the proposed development Retention permission is sought for the c.0.2 ha of previously installed aggregate hardstanding (temporarily used for overflow vehicle storage, but not in use at this time) and Permission for ancillary and enabling works include: a. Provision of an area of new aggregate hardstanding of c.0.9ha (which in conjunction with the retained c.0.2ha will form a total area of c.1.1ha permeable aggregate hardstanding for car/vehicle storage) b. Erection of 2m high paladin security fencing to new site, c. Provision of a 0.5m high earth berm, landscaped with a mix of native deciduous and coniferous screen planting to new site, d. Provision of a prefabricated single storey flat roofed c.14.5sqm modular unit comprising staff welfare facilities, e. Installation of an upgraded/enlarged oil interceptor serving the c.0.4 ha existing compound, f. Upgrade and extension of existing concrete surfaces on the permitted c.0.4ha site, as applicable. g. 1 no. staff car parking space. The subject development requires a review of the existing waste permit (License Number WFP-MH-12-007-01).. File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/2661011/0
- 29 Jul 2026, Meath County Council 2660950: N/a. Permission. Permission & Retention Permission for development at Whitecross, Julianstown, Co. Meath, A92Y2TA. The development will consist of Permission for the proposed change of use of 1.1ha agricultural lands to a vehicle storage compound (comprising an existing c. 0.2ha of aggregate area subject of retention and c. 0.9ha of new aggregate area), extending the existing c.0.4ha permitted facility (ref. MCC Reg. Ref. LB151327 and Waste Permit license Number WFP-MH-12-007-01). Vehicles being stored on the subject site will include (i) s.41 Garda seized vehicles; (ii) crashed and damaged vehicles awaiting insurance assessment; and (iii) ELVs (pending their removal to an authorised waste transfer and recycling facility). To facilitate the proposed development Retention permission is sought for the c.0.2 ha of previously installed aggregate hardstanding (temporarily used for overflow vehicle storage, but not in use at this time) and Permission for ancillary and enabling works include: a. Provision of an area of new aggregate hardstanding of c.0.9ha (which in conjunction with the retained c.0.2ha will form a total area of c.1.1ha permeable aggregate hardstanding for car/vehicle storage) b. Erection of 2m high paladin security fencing to new site, c. Provision of a 0.5m high earth berm, landscaped with a mix of native deciduous and coniferous screen planting to new site, d. Provision of a prefabricated single storey flat roofed c.14.5sqm modular unit comprising staff welfare facilities, e. Installation of an upgraded/enlarged oil interceptor serving the c.0.4 ha existing compound, f. Upgrade and extension of existing concrete surfaces on the permitted c.0.4ha site, as applicable. g. 1 no. staff car parking space. The subject development requires a review of the existing waste permit (License Number WFP-MH-12-007-01). File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/2660950/0
- 10 Jul 2026, Meath County Council 2660873: N/a. Permission. Retention & Permission for a "Change of use of 1.1ha agricultural lands to a vehicle storage compound, extending the existing permitted facility (granted under ref. MCC Reg. Ref. LB151327 and Waste Permit Licence Number WFP-MH-12-007-01). Vehicles being stored on the subject site will include (i) s.41 Garda seized vehicles; (ii) crashed and damaged vehicles awaiting insurance assessment; and (iii) ELVs (pending their removal to an authorised waste transfer and recycling facility). PERMISSION for Ancillary and enabling works include: a) Provision of an area of new aggregate hardstanding of c.0.9ha (resulting in a total extended car storage area of c.1.1ha), b) Erection of 2m high paladin security fencing to new site, c) Provision of a 0.5m high earth berm, landscaped with a mix of native deciduous and coniferous screen planting along perimeter of new area, d) Provision of a prefabricated single storey flat roofed c.14.5sqm building comprising staff welfare facilities, e) Installation of an upgraded/enlarged oil interceptor serving the 0.38ha existing compound, f) Upgrade and extension of existing concrete surfaces on the permitted 0.38ha site, as applicable. g) 1 no. staff car parking space. RETENTION of 0.2ha of aggregate area (previously and temporarily used for car storage). Not in use currently but proposed to be included in the 1.1ha new vehicle storage facility. On lands at Whitecross, Julianstown, Co. Meath, A92Y2TA The subject development requires a review of the existing waste permit (Licence Number WFP-MH-12-007-01). File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/2660873/0
- 29 Apr 2026, Meath County Council 2660492: N/a. Permission. change of use of 1.1ha agricultural lands to a vehicle storage compound, extending the existing permitted facility (granted under ref. MCC Reg. Ref. LB151327 and Waste Permit Licence Number WFP-MH-12-007-01). Vehicles being stored on the subject site will include (i) s.41 Garda seized vehicles; (ii) crashed and damaged vehicles awaiting insurance assessment; and (iii) ELVs (pending their removal to an authorised waste transfer and recycling facility). Ancillary and enabling works include: a) Provision of an area of new aggregate hardstanding of c.1.1ha, b) Erection of 2m high paladin security fencing to new site, c) Provision of a 0.5m high earth berm, landscaped with a mix of native deciduous and coniferous screen planting along perimeter of new area, d) Provision of a prefabricated single storey flat roofed c.14.5sqm building comprising staff welfare facilities, e) Installation of an upgraded/enlarged oil interceptor serving the 0.38ha existing compound, f) Upgrade and extension of existing concrete surfaces on the permitted 0.38ha site, as applicable. g) 1 no. staff car parking space. On lands at Whitecross, Julianstown, Co. Meath, A92Y2TA. The subject development requires a review of the existing waste permit (Licence Number WFP-MH-12-007-01). File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/2660492/0
- 21 Feb 2024, Meath County Council 2460124: Conditional. Permission, 1 home. The development will consist of two storey dwelling with single storey projection to side and rear, detached domestic garage, and connection to all mains services. The development also includes the removal of the existing agricultural entrance and form new domestic entrance and driveway together with all associated site works. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application. File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/2460124/0
- 15 Mar 2021, Meath County Council 21482: Conditional. Permission, 1 home. the construction of a dormer bungalow including a new entrance onto the public road. File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/21482/0
- 18 Feb 2021, Meath County Council 21301: N/a. Permission, 1 home. the development will consist of the construction of a dormer bungalow including a new entrance onto the public road. File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/21301/0
- 29 Jul 2020, Meath County Council LB201010: Conditional. Retention. the development will consist of: 1. The retention of removal of existing entrance gates and piers. 2. Retention of new entrance gates and piers with wing walls and all associated site works. File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/LB201010/0
- 8 May 2020, Meath County Council LB200605: Conditional. Permission, 1 home. a private dwelling, new entrance onto main road, connection to mains water and mains sewage, including all ancillary site works. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application. File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/LB200605/0
- 16 Nov 2018, Meath County Council LB181366: Conditional. Retention, 1 home. the retention of an entrance porch extension to the front and a kitchen extension to the rear and all ancillaries.. File: https://www.eplanning.ie/MeathCC/AppFileRefDetails/LB181366/0

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## Designated sites (National Parks and Wildlife Service)

No designated site (Special Area of Conservation, Special Protection Area, Natural Heritage Area or proposed one) touches the townland of Whitecross.

## Recorded monuments (Sites and Monuments Record, National Monuments Service)

- ME028-007: Cross - Wayside cross, https://heritagedata.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=0c9eb9575b544081b0d296436d8f60f8&query=18a4b61b268-layer-9%2CSMRS%2CME028-007----. Situated in a level landscape on the E side of the R132 Julianstown to Gormanstown and Balbriggan road, c. 1km SE of Julianstown bridge. Whitecross townland is marked on the Taylor and Skinner Maps of the Roads of Ireland (1783) and the cross is indicated as a feature (Andrews 1969, 2). An octagonal sandstone shaft (dims 0.29m x 0.29m; H 0.8m) has a mortice on top and half the sides have stops morphing into a rectangular form at the bottom. It is set in a rectangular limestone base (dims 0.82m x 0.72m; H c. 0.3m) with chamfered upper edges. There is no inscription. It is now in the front garden of a house. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Meath' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1987). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Compiled by: Michael Moore Date of revision: 17 April, 2015

Works at or in relation to a recorded monument need two months' written notice to the National Monuments Service (National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994, section 12).

## Architectural heritage (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage)

No building of the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage stands in the townland of Whitecross.

## Ground and risks (Radon Risk Map of Ireland, EPA; Landslide Susceptibility Classification and LiDAR, Geological Survey Ireland)

- Radon: at the centre of the townland of Whitecross, about 1 in 20 homes in this area is likely to have high radon levels. Testing a home: https://www.epa.ie/environment-and-you/radon/radon-testing/#d.en.82887
- Landslides: The 1:50,000 map rates the landslide susceptibility here as low.
- Terrain model: no LiDAR survey of the Office of Public Works covers the centre of the townland of Whitecross.
- Flooding: the flood maps of the Office of Public Works, https://www.floodinfo.ie/map/floodmaps/, linked only: their licence does not allow re-use.

LiDAR: contains Irish Public Sector Data (Geological Survey Ireland & the Office of Public Works) licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence.

## Downloads

- DXF, in Irish Transverse Mercator metres, with its boundary, parcels and buildings, for a drawing program: https://everytownland.com/meath/whitecross.dxf
- GeoJSON, in WGS 84, for a map: https://everytownland.com/meath/whitecross.geojson
- KML, for Google Earth: https://everytownland.com/meath/whitecross.kml

## Homes sold (Residential Property Price Register)

- Whitecross, Julianstown: 6 sales, https://everytownland.com/meath/whitecross-julianstown.md

## Neighbouring townlands (National Statutory Boundaries, Tailte Éireann)

- Ballygarth: https://everytownland.com/meath/ballygarth.md
- Claristown: https://everytownland.com/meath/claristown.md
- Dimanistown East: https://everytownland.com/meath/dimanistown-east.md
- Keenoge: https://everytownland.com/meath/keenoge-160918.md
- Moorechurch: https://everytownland.com/meath/moorechurch.md
- Whitecross Glebe: https://everytownland.com/meath/whitecross-glebe.md

A townland is the smallest land division of Ireland, and the unit of a rural address; old registers such as the 1901 and 1911 censuses file it under its civil parish and barony.

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Everytownland reads the registered freehold land and the statutory boundaries of Tailte Éireann, the national zoning, planning file and heritage records of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and the Residential Property Price Register. A parcel is the land of a title, not an address. The owner's name is in the Land Registry of Tailte Éireann: a copy of the folio can be ordered on landdirect.ie, for a fee; this site names no owner. A price is the price recorded for a past sale, not a valuation.

Sources: Cadastral Parcels Freehold, Townlands, Civil Parishes, Baronies, Electoral Divisions and Buildings, Tailte Éireann, CC BY 4.0; national zoning of development plans (GZT, MyPlan) and National Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0, applicants not shown; designated sites, National Parks and Wildlife Service, CC BY 4.0; Sites and Monuments Record, National Monuments Service, CC BY 4.0; National Inventory of Architectural Heritage, CC BY 4.0; Residential Property Price Register, Property Services Regulatory Authority, re-used with the source acknowledged.

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