New synthetic sports pitch with floodlights and fencing at Coolabaun, Mohill

Leitrim County Council has granted conditional approval for a new synthetic sports pitch at Coolabaun in Mohill. The proposal, submitted by the Mohill Community Sports Hub CLG, calls for a pitch measuring 50 metres by 34 metres, along with floodlighting, sport fencing fitted with ball‑stop netting and ancillary site works. The application was received on 15 April 2026 and the council’s decision, due on 9 June 2026, was issued on 3 June 2026 under a conditional decision code. The approval allows the hub to proceed with construction subject to the conditions set by the council.

The pitch will provide a modern playing surface for local teams and community groups, and the floodlights will enable evening training and matches. The sport fencing and ball‑stop netting are intended to improve safety and reduce damage to surrounding property. The associated site works will include necessary infrastructure such as drainage and access roads.

Local residents and sports clubs have welcomed the proposal, noting that the new pitch will offer a high‑quality playing surface that meets the dimensions required for Gaelic football and soccer. The floodlights will extend usable hours, allowing evening training sessions and community matches. The sport fencing, fitted with ball‑stop netting, is designed to keep balls within the playing area and protect nearby properties. Ancillary site works will include drainage systems and improved access roads to support the facility.

The project is part of the hub’s broader aim to enhance sports facilities in the area, although the council file does not detail further developments. The Leitrim Observer reported that planning permission had been granted for new sports facilities in Leitrim town, confirming the council’s decision.

The conditional approval means that the hub must comply with any conditions imposed by the council before construction can commence. Once those conditions are satisfied, the project can move forward, potentially providing a new venue for sports and community events in Mohill.

For more details, see the Leitrim County Council planning file (Reference 2615).

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