Extension and refurbishment of the existing Wexford Swimming Pool at Tincone, Ardcavan

Proposed development

Permission for development which will consist of the extension and refurbishment of the existing Wexford Swimming Pool and Leisure Centre, comprising: (a) a two-storey extension (gross floor area c. 561 sq.m) to the existing gymnasium providing expanded fitness facilities, associated support spaces, administrative offices, staff facilities and a meeting/multi-purpose room; (b) a double height extension (gross floor area c. 1,324 sq.m) providing a new eight lane, 25-metre swimming pool, a plant room and associated pool support facilities; (c) alterations and extensions to the existing entrance lobby and internal circulation, including the relocation of the principal stair core; (d) the internal reconfiguration and refurbishment of the existing leisure centre, including the conversion of the existing swimming pool into a dedicated learner pool, the provision of new accessible and group changing facilities, wellness facilities including a sauna and steam room, associated ancillary facilities, together with additional plant space and an exercise studio (additional gross floor area c.207 sq.m). (e) the reconfiguration and extension of the existing car parking areas, including accessible parking spaces, EV charging infrastructure, bicycle parking, revised set-down facilities and a dedicated two-way access route serving the existing caravan park; (f) hard and soft landscaping, boundary treatments, ecologically sensitive public lighting, roof mounted PV cells, associated drainage infrastructure, the provision of a freestanding double sided totem sign, and all associated site development and ancillary works. A Natura Impact Statement will be submitted to the planning authority with the application. The Natura Impact Statement will be available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during office hours at the office of the relevant planning authority

Planning status

The application has been lodged and validated. The council has eight weeks to decide, unless it asks for further information. The council's decision is due by 18 Nov 2026.

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