Public Consultation on Lee Valley Park

 

Tralee Town Council has begun the Part 8 Planning process for the next phase of the Lee Valley Park – the construction of the activity and nature zones on a 15 acre site at Ballyard. The Park part of the Lee Valley Masterplan approved by the Council back in 2001 and is being implemented in stages according to Town Clerk, Michael Scannell.

The Council now own virtually all the land between Tralee and Blennerville, including the old landfill site, and much of this is designated a special area of conservation. The new park is outside the conservation zone but will be very complementary to it according to the town clerk. The timing of its implementation depends on grant support becoming available through the National Development Plan.
 

The proposed park includes a water activity area with artificial lake, walks, cycle way and childrens' play area. Adjoining it to the west of the steam railway is the nature zone with wildlife habitats, bird hides and viewing tower. An eco-friendly visitor services centre overlooks the park.  People have until Wednesday, April 2nd to give their views in writing on the development.