Kilkenny The County Council has announced its intention to seek permission from An Bord Pleanála for the construction of “Nore River Facilities Kilkenny” within the County Hall site at College Park, John Street Lower, Kilkenny City.

The proposed development is planned to cover approximately 0.24 hectares and includes a riverside facilities center with toilets, showers, a universally accessible bathroom, a changing room, storage facilities and outdoor showers.

The plans feature a common block, covered terrace and dedicated storage spaces for equipment, including kite boats and rowing boats.

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Additional features include a central pedestrian space, a boat flushing area and sloping access to the river, as well as a pontoon. Landscaping, lighting, bicycle parking and publicly accessible parking are also planned.

In support of the application, a Natura Impact Statement, Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA), Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) screening report and Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) have been submitted.

Documents can be viewed from 29 October to 10 December 2024 at An Bord Pleanála offices in Dublin, by appointment at Kilkenny County Council’s County Hall, or online at Kilkenny County Council’s consultation portal.

Written submissions or comments should be sent to An Bord Pleanála, 64 Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, by 17.00 on 10 December 2024.

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