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The Curragh Racecourse , Curragh , Co. Kildare

CONDITIONAL

Planning application 19934

Kildare - Kildare County Council

Proposed Development

The upgrading of an existing irrigation system for the Curragh racetrack and associated training gallops with an emphasis on improved efficiency and sustainability in the operation of the system and on animal welfare obligations. The works will be comprised of: Decommissioning the existing network of underground water pipes in the racecourse and removing surface mounted take-off valves. Installing a replacement water pipe distribution system. Delivering the water supply to the new pipe distribution system from an existing lagoon located in the racetrack infield. Upgrading the lagoon to prevent water loss and to improve its safety features. Augmenting the water supply to the racecourse via the development of a new borehole in the racecourse enclosure area. Distributing water to the racetrack and gallops via a hose reel boom system and pop-up sprinklers, thereby facilitating a much more accurate and efficient delivery of irrigation to the targeted areas. The execution of all necessary site works to facilitate this development

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Application Timeline

  1. Application received

    19 Aug 2019

  2. Further information requested

    9 Oct 2019

  3. Further information received

    19 Dec 2019

  4. Decision: CONDITIONAL

    23 Jan 2020

  5. Decision due

    24 Jan 2020

  6. Grant issued

    28 Feb 2020

Application Details

Location
The Curragh Racecourse , Curragh , Co. Kildare.
Applicant
N/A
Application Type
PERMISSION
Planning Authority
Kildare County Council
Site Area
42 ha

Timeline

Registration Date
19 August 2019
Status
APPLICATION FINALISED
Decision
CONDITIONAL
Decision Date
23 January 2020
Grant Date
28 February 2020
Permission Expires
27 February 2025

Location

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