Extension plan for Newport College

Newport College is preparing for a major extension to its premises on Black Road.

Tipperary ETB is planning the construction of a one, two and three-storey extension with a total floor area of 3,508 square metres. It is to comprise of 13 classrooms, eight specialist classrooms, one Special Education Teacher room, and a two-classroom Special Educational Needs unit with direct access to own outdoor play area and sensory garden.

The application also seeks all necessary ancillary spaces, the installation of roof-mounted solar PV panels, and water storage tanks. Permission is furthermore sought for the demolition of one lean-to store and one single-storey prefab, the removal of a one-two-storey prefabricated classroom block, together with site works comprising the formation of a new pedestrian entrance, adjustments to the existing staff car parking layout and the addition of new car and bicycle parking (with shelter) to the front of the existing main school building, and improvements to the existing vehicular entrances onto Black Road, along with the provision of a temporary construction access onto the Black Road.

Tipperary Co Council is to make a decision on the application by July 1 next.