The charges are set at the planning stage of the development and become collectable after the work commences.

An Bord Pleanala refused the appeal on the grounds that the new turbines would be capable of generating energy over the 5 mega watt limit put in place.

It is hoped once traffic management is agreed on, the streetscape will follow.

Ballinasloe has been hit with two severe flooding events in the last 15 years.

The first plans are set to be released in February 2022.

A decision will made in February 2022.

There had been widespread opposition to the plans since they were revealed earlier this year