Planning Permission granted for €38m redevelopment of National Basketball Arena

 Basketball Ireland has been notified by South Dublin County Council of their decision to grant planning permission for the €38m redevelopment of the National Basketball Arena. The  project will see the multi-sport and multi-use arena double its capacity to 3,272, with works expected to take 18 months to complete.

The 8000 square metre facility will have space for four basketball courts, house a gym, café, corporate facilities and office space for Basketball Ireland staff. The Arena will be fully accessible and inclusive and has the backing of a number of sporting bodies, including Volleyball Ireland, Badminton Ireland and Irish Squash, who all wish to use it.

Basketball Ireland chairperson, Prof. Seamas Donnelly, stated: “This is an important milestone for basketball in Ireland. Having a new Arena is key part of our 5-year Strategic Plan and is essential to help maintain the growth of the sport. Our registered playing population increased 21.5% last year alone and revenue generated from the Arena will filter down to every area of the game.
“Overall this is also a huge boost for Irish indoor sport, the new Arena will provide a best-in-class amenity, which is crucial as we all continue to strive for excellence.”

Article prepared by BPS Planning & Development Consultants LTD