Plans for short-term accommodation and motorhome spaces in rural Kilkenny
A decision is expected from Kilkenny County Council by November 11, 2026
A substantial planning application has been lodged with Kilkenny County Council seeking permission to develop a site at The Old Creamery, Coolehill Upper, Windgap, County Kilkenny.
Planned is the demolition of one flat roof, concrete extension to the rear of the building and one lean-to extension to the rear of the building and the construction of a part single-storey, part two-storey 125m2 extension to the rear of the property.
Change of use of the building is also being sought from a derelict creamery building to a mixed-use development consisting of short-term tourist accommodation, multi-purpose communal spaces and one private apartment.
The applicant also seeks to carry out internal alterations, the formation of new openings to the rear of the existing building and the installation of new windows and doors as well as the provision of a new vehicular entrance from the R698 public road.
Bicycle parking and 11 car parking spaces are also envisaged including four EV charging spaces and the provision of 14 motorhome aire spaces and associated facilities.
Also forming part of the proposal is the construction of a 36m2 facilities building consisting of toilets, showers and bin store, the provision of PV panels to the rear of the existing building and public lighting.
A decision is expected from Kilkenny County Council by November 11, 2026.
The decision timeframe may be extended if further information is requested from the applicant by the planning authority.