10.—(1) Before granting an express consent, the council shall consult—
(a)any neighbouring council, any part of whose district appears likely to be affected;
(b)where the council considers that a grant of consent may affect the safety of the persons using any road, the Department for Regional Development;
(c)where the council considers that a grant of consent may affect the safety of persons using any railway, waterway, dock, harbour or aerodrome (civil or military), the person responsible for its operation and, in the case of coastal waters, the Commissioners of Irish Lights; and
(d)where the application—
(i)relates to an advertisement with moving features, moving parts or flashing lights, and
(ii)is visible from a road,
the Department for Regional Development.
(2) The council shall give to those with whom consultation is required at least 14 days notice that the relevant application is to be considered and shall take into account, in dealing with the application, any representations made in response to that consultation.