Doonbeg’s ‘grey dunes’ and presence of endangered snail hampered original developer’s plans
Trump's Doonbeg golf course in Ireland has faced planning difficulties since its inception due to its location in a protected "grey dunes" area and the presence of an endangered snail. Original owners faced restrictions, and Trump, after acquiring the property in 2014, encountered further obstacles in redesigning the course and expanding facilities. Concerns included the impact on the snail population and coastal erosion, leading to disputes over proposed sea walls and other protective measures.
