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

Mohill Community & Sports Hub CLG has secured conditional planning permission from Leitrim County Council to construct a new synthetic sports pitch at Coolabaun in Mohill. The proposal, submitted on 15 April 2026, calls for a pitch measuring 50 metres by 34 metres and includes floodlighting, sport fencing with ball‑stop netting, and all ancillary site works required to bring the facility up to standard.

The council’s decision was issued on 3 June 2026, following a review of the application against local planning guidelines. The approval is subject to conditions that will be detailed in the full decision notice, which is expected to outline any necessary mitigation measures or further documentation needed before construction can commence.

Coolabaun lies within the town limits of Mohill, and the new pitch is intended to serve as a central hub for community sports activities across County Leitrim. The inclusion of floodlights will allow evening training sessions and matches, while the sport fencing with ball‑stop netting is designed to enhance safety for players and spectators alike.

The project’s scope also covers associated site works such as drainage, access roads, and landscaping to ensure the pitch integrates seamlessly into the surrounding environment. While the council has not yet released a detailed timeline for construction, the conditional approval indicates that the developers can move forward once all conditions are satisfied.

Local media coverage of the decision was reported by the Leitrim Observer, which noted that planning permission had been granted for new sports facilities in the area. The council’s official file (Reference 2615) provides full details of the application and the conditions attached to the approval.

The development is expected to provide a modern, all‑weather playing surface for local clubs and schools, potentially boosting participation in Gaelic games, soccer, and other community sports. Once construction begins, it will likely become a focal point for sporting events throughout the county.

For more information, see the council’s decision file at https://localnews.ie/planning/leitrim/2615/.

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