Proposal seeks 24-hour gym and residential units in Leitrim town
A planning application has been submitted to Leitrim County Council proposing the development of a gym, 26 residential units and 29 letting suites, with associated works.
A planning application has been submitted seeking to change the use of an existing building to incorporate a 24-hour gym and residential accommodation in Carrick-on-Shannon.
The application was lodged on April 24 by AEA Investment Holdings, with the proposed development located at Dublin Road, Attifinlay Td, Carrick-on-Shannon (N41 HX23).
The proposal includes the conversion of part of the existing ground floor front area, measuring approximately 800 square metres, into a 24-hour gym. The facility would comprise changing rooms, shower rooms, locker areas, gym equipment, storage facilities, and all associated works.
The remaining portion of the existing ground floor front area does not form part of the proposed development and is not included in this planning application.
In addition, the rear section of the building at first and second floor level is proposed to be converted into 26 residential units. These will consist of six two-bedroom apartments and 20 one-bedroom apartments, together with all associated works.
The application further outlines that the front section of the building at first and second floor level is to be used for 29 one-bedroom suites intended for letting accommodation, also including all associated works.
Additional elements of the proposal include elevational alterations to the building, the installation of signage on the front elevation, and works to the mezzanine roof area, including its re-covering and the closure of a number of roof lights serving the internal car park.
The development also provides for associated site works, including the construction of new retaining walls, the creation of common areas, private amenity and shared amenity spaces, as well as walkways and pathways throughout the property, in addition to the provision of an extra external car parking area.
The application confirms that there will be no increase in the overall floor area of the existing building.
A decision on the application is due to be made by Leitrim County Council by June 18.