Firm went into liquidation halfway through project

SANCTA Maria College in Ballyroan has been granted an extension to the duration of planning permission for the construction of a new PE hall, changing rooms and toilets.

The school’s Board of Management stated that it was seeking the extension because the appointed main contractor, L&M Keating Limited, went into liquidation mid-way through the project.

The work that has been carried out on the development to date includes all below-ground civil infrastructure works, and foundations, barriers and insulation all installed.

All external wall and structural elements for the project up to and including the roof have all been completed.

Other aspects of the project for which extended permission is being sought include a stage and fly tower to the existing assembly hall, two hard courts and improvements to existing paths.

The proposal also includes internal roadways, parking and drop-off facilities, new entrance signage, 23 car parking spaces, bicycle parking, a covered walkway, fencing and landscaping.

The upgrade of the access road as part of the improved access to the school is included, as is retention of the previously granted demolition of a 1947 classroom wing.

The planning permission for the development is due to lapse on May 24 this year, and the school is seeking a further five years of planning permission for the work to be completed.

Sancta Maria College Board of Management stated in its application that the development is expected to be completed in May 2029.

On April 10, South Dublin County Council granted permission to the school for the extension to the duration of planning permission which will now expire in October 2029.