Abbott Ireland submit plans for further expansion in Kilkenny
Permission is being sought for various works at the IDA Business and Technology Park, Kilkenny
Abbott Ireland are seeking permission for an extension of their existing industrial building on site and alterations to the vehicular entrance and car park at their site in the IDA Business and Technology Park, Kilkenny.
The proposed extension of the industrial building will comprise the extension of the building southwards by 10.5m, with the extension to the building having an overall height of c 9.3m.
The extension to the building will result in an increase in gross floor area of 1,375 sqm in total, and will accommodate medical device manufacturing floor space, corridors and service areas.
The proposed alterations to the vehicular entrance and car parking area comprise site clearance works, a new visitor vehicle entrance with a set down area and six visitor parking spaces to the southwest of the existing security hut, and the provision of eight additional spaces as an extension of the existing car park.
Permission is also sought for various other ancillary works and a decision is expected by February 24, 2026.