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Two padel courts with floodlights proposed for Dromahair Community Park

Application incomplete – awaiting further information from applicant

Mervyn Keegan is proposing to build two outdoor padel courts at Dromahair Community Park in Friarstown. Each court will measure 20m x 10m and will have glass and mesh perimeter fencing up to 4 metres high, artificial playing surfaces, LED floodlights on 6–8 metre columns, and access pathways. The facility will use the park's existing access and parking.

Full description from the council file

The development will consist of: The construction of 2 no. outdoor padel courts (each measuring 20m x 10m) with associated perimeter enclosures comprising tempered glass panels and powder-coated steel mesh fencing to a maximum height of approximately 4 metres. The development will also include: • Artificial turf playing surface with sand infill and shockpad, including drainage and reinforced concrete base; • Installation of LED sports lighting on columns approximately 6–8 metres in height; • Provision of access pathways and minor ground works; • Installation of net systems and all associated court equipment; • All associated site development and ancillary works. The proposed development is to be located within the existing Dromahair Community Park and will utilise existing access and parking facilities.

Details

Reference
2660098
Applicant
Mervyn Keegan
Site address
Dromahair Community Park, Friarstown, Dromahair, F91KR77
Status
Incompleted Application
Date received
April 16, 2026
Authority
Leitrim County Council
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Source: Leitrim County Council planning portal. Full file, drawings, observations and decision documents are on the council's own ePlan site — view application 2660098 on the council portal →.
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