COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE

Monday, February 25, 2019

QUESTION NO.

QUESTION: Councillor B. Leech

"Following on from a Deputation meeting held for Kilmartin Estate Management last summer it was my understanding that the green area in Kilmartin Drive was to be levelled and a small football pitch to be installed for the children in the area. What progress has been made on this? There were only two items on the agenda, I expected more action on this?"

REPLY:

There are no plans at present to carry out works on the green space at Kilmartin Park and there is currently no provision in the budget for this.  The removal of the mounded area and levelling, soiling and seeding of the area once excess soil is removed would constitute major works in this residential area which would present a number of practical problems.  One of these is the issue of disposal of the excess soil which would have to be done in accordance with current waste legislation and which would have the effect of adding substantial cost to such a project. 

The area could accomodate a piece of play equipment which would not necessitate such substantial construction work and cost.  The target age and selection of play equipment type would need to be determined. It should also be noted that the placement of a piece of equipment in the small green space will encourage people to gather in the area which is close to houses. It is not certain that such a development would prevent bonfires occuring there however it may help in this regard if the area is established as a play area for local children."