the development consists of amendments to the previously permitted layout under Reg. Ref. DA/140179 comprising the proposed development of a Flume Ride amusement which has an overall ride length of 343m, a maximum height above adjoining ground level of approx. 9.75m, and associated station platform; and a proposed Audio Visual Theatre (232sqm) with an overall height of approx. 9m and seating for approximately 48 no. persons; together with consequential minor amendments to the permitted layout including ommision of permitted indoor "Dark Ride" attraction (548sqm) and relocation of permitted "Air Race" attraction. Permission for retention and completion of development is also sought for the consequential relocation of the permitted Toilet Block and the permitted Admissions Building, and consequential minor amendments to road alignment and carpark layout (in vicinity of the Admissions Building) resulting in a reduction in total number of permitted car parking spaces from 1,917 no. to 1,904 no. spaces. Permission and permission for retention and completion is also sought for all associated and ancillary site development works including reconfiguration of permitted Surface Water Attenuation Pond; Site Services; Landscaping; Lighting and Walkways associated with this part of the site. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application
Development Address:
Tayto Park Visitor Centre, Kilbrew, Ashbourne, Co. Meath
Architect Name:
Declan Brassil & Co. Ltd
Location Key:
KILBREW
Electoral Division:
Incorrect Icl Voter Recor
Planner:
None
Social Housing Exempt:
Plan Enforcement #:
IPC
Licence Required:
No
Waste Licence Required:
No
Protected Structure:
No
Protected Structure #:
Development Name:
Proposed Development
Comments
Significant Case Flag:
Comments:
Decision
Decision Date:
14/07/2015
Manager Order:
A816/15
Decision Type:
Conditional
Number of Conditions:
7
Grant Date:
18/08/2015
Grant Managers Order #:
Section 47
Apply?:
Part 5
Apply?:
Expiry Date:
17/08/2020
Decision Description:
the development consists of amendments to the previously permitted layout under Reg. Ref. DA/140179 comprising the proposed development of a Flume Ride amusement which has an overall ride length of 343m, a maximum height above adjoining ground level of approx. 9.75m, and associated station platform; and a proposed Audio Visual Theatre (232sqm) with an overall height of approx. 9m and seating for approximately 48 no. persons; together with consequential minor amendments to the permitted layout including ommision of permitted indoor "Dark Ride" attraction (548sqm) and relocation of permitted "Air Race" attraction. Permission for retention and completion of development is also sought for the consequential relocation of the permitted Toilet Block and the permitted Admissions Building, and consequential minor amendments to road alignment and carpark layout (in vicinity of the Admissions Building) resulting in a reduction in total number of permitted car parking spaces from 1,917 no. to 1,904 no. spaces. Permission and permission for retention and completion is also sought for all associated and ancillary site development works including reconfiguration of permitted Surface Water Attenuation Pond; Site Services; Landscaping; Lighting and Walkways associated with this part of the site. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application
Tayto Park Visitor Centre Kilbrew, Ashbourne Co. Meath
the construction of a seven storey over basement Hotel of approximately 31,955 sqm, providing 250 no. bedrooms (approximately 1000 no. bedspaces) at first to fifth floor levels, accessed from the established internal Tayto Park access road. The proposed hotel incorporates a Leisure Centre of 3,382 sqm at ground floor and mezzanine level, a dedicated Function/Conference area of 2,359 sqm at ground floor; a Spa and Therapy Centre of 530 sqm at first and second floor level; 2 no. Sky Lounges of 702 sqm at sixth floor level and all associated and ancillary stores, services and circulation space. The ground floor level provides a main entrance porch, foyer and lounge areas; a main lounge and bar; 3 no. main dining rooms and 2 no. ancillary dining rooms providing 2 no. restaurants for fine dining and general dining; 3 no. kitchens and associated stores; a servery area; a single shop/kiosk unit (23 sqm); plant; an ESB substation and a service corridor to the rear. Ancillary and associated storage and staff facilities including a staff room, toilet facilities, changing facilities and a dedicated kitchen are located at mezzanine level above the kitchens at ground floor level. The basement level provides associated plant and storage space for the Hotel and Leisure Club with vehicular access to the basement via a service ramp from the proposed surface car parking area. The Function/Conference area incorporates 3 no. reception areas and bars and a dedicated entrance. The proposed Leisure Centre consists of a dedicated landscaped entrance; foyer; adult and family changing areas; a junior play and acitivity area; a parents' lounge and viewing area; a family leisure pool including flume slide; a 30m exercise pool; 2 no. wet lounges; a Jacuzzi; Sauna, Steam and Plunge Pool rooms; and a gym incorporating a studio room and cardio vascular room at ground floor level along with a weights area at mezzanine level. Ancillary and associated office suites for the hotel are located adjacent to the weights area at mezzanine level. The proposed development also includes the provision of an attenuation pond of 3,145 sqm surface area; 2 no. vehicular bridges and 1 no. pedestrian bridge over the River Hurley (incorporating the existing bridge); internal roads and junctions with the established internal access road; hardstanding service yard to the rear; vehicular set down areas at the hotel entrance; 40 no. surface car parking spaces associated ..........
Tayto Park Visitor Centre Kilbrew including lands within the townlands of Kilbrew, Ballyhack and Coolfore Ashbourne, Co. Meath
Extension of the existing Tayto Park facility on a site of approximately 18.1ha to include: a New Vehicular Entrance to Tayto Park from the R155; a new Roundabout Junction on the R155 at Robinson's Cross Roads and associated works to the public road including localised road realignment, street lighting, drainage and landscaping; an Entrance Arch feature; an Internal Access Road incorporating a Vehicular Bridge and a separate Pedestrian Bridge over the River Hurley; and a new Car Parking Area to provide a total of 1,917 no. car parking to serve the entire facility. The development also provides for construction of Complementary Visitor Facilities and Attractions within the extended area to include a 2 storey Admissions Building (1,396sqm) incorporating entrance hall, administration, ancillary retail and toilets; a Wooden Rollercoaster with a ride length of 1,081m, an overall plan area of 1.38ha and a maximum height above ground level of 33.3m, and all ancillary plant and development works to include a Station Platform (157.5sqm), a Storage/Maintenance Shed (157sqm); a Control Room (22sqm); a
Motor House (22sqm) and an associated Retail Outlet (15sqm); an indoor "Dark Ride" attraction which is completely enclosed within a Hall (548sqm) with an overall height of 13.25sqm; an "Air Race" attraction with a maximum height of 12.8m; and a Toilet Block (76sqm). Associated and ancillary site development works including 3 no. Surface Water Attenuation Ponds; Pumping Station with Emergency Storage Tank, Supplementary Foul Water Storage Tank; Acoustic Barrier (at entrance from R155); Site Services; Landscaping; Boundary Treatments; Lighting and Walkways throughout the extension area. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been submitted to the Planning Authority in respect of this planning application
No Environment Impact Assesments Associated with this Application
