Carlow County Council are seeking approval for the restoration of Town Park

Carlow County Council are intending to seek approval from An Bord Pleanála for the regeneration of Tullow Town Park.

Tullow Town Park is locate on the west side of the River Slaney, Tullowbeg, Tullow, County Carlow.

Notice was given by the Carlow County Council as it intends to seek the approval under the Planning and Development Act 2000. The proposed development of the Town Park includes upgrading and enhancing the existing features and facilities. Including as well the ancillary infrastructure and associated site development works.

A number of upgrades and enhancements are excited in the proposal: 

"Construction of demarcated and enhanced network of cycle and pedestrian paths of asphalt surfacing and locally sourced grey stone aggregates, leading to a sequence of outdoor spaces laid out along the length of the park"

"Construction of partially sheltered concrete surfaced outdoor event/classroom space with feature designed shelter/canopy, centrally located feature concrete surfaced skate park, 2 no. feature hardwood decking viewing platforms/steps to the River Slaney, a kickabout soft landscaped lawn area which also facilitates land drain/swale and flood area, and a sport fenced enclosed multi-use games court to include football and basketball goals"

"Removal of trees of poor condition, where views into the park can be increased, and for facilitating the structural upgrade and enhancement works proposed"

"Retention of existing trees described as riverbank due to the binding nature of the tree roots and the adjacent River Slaney riverbank."

The full proposed development plans can be found on the council's website here :  https://consult.carlow.ie