Atlantic Technological University in Letterkenny has been granted planning permission for a large regional sports complex at Carnamuggagh Lower/Knocknamona.
The approval is a major step forward for the university’s sports department and recreational offerings and is expected to be a valuable asset to the town overall.
The development will feature an indoor dome of 10.8m in height suitable for a variety of year-round sports activities including five-aside football, basketball, volleyball, badminton and cricket.
The complex will boast a multitude of outdoor pitches, including an artificial grass GAA pitch, grass/sand GAA competition pitch, two natural grass soccer pitches and four synthetic pitches ideal for 5-a-side soccer matches.
The centre is complemented by a well-equipped pavilion building with a height of 11.2m, containing changing facilities, an office and reception area and a self-serve catering facility.
The complex won’t be limited to competitive sports. An extensive outdoor recreation area will be on-site including walking and running trails, a children’s playpark and a community garden.
Planning permission was granted by Donegal County Council this week subject to 30 conditions. Due to the large scale of the development, it is planned to be implemented in phases.
