Dáil debates

Wednesday, 31 May 2006

1:00 pm

Photo of Jack WallJack Wall (Kildare South, Labour)

Recently I visited one the of the residents groups in respect of its objections to the proposal. I thank the Minister for information on liaising with the residents group with a view to overcoming its problems. Obviously it will not be possible to overcome the concerns of residents if the development proceeds because the stadium will overlook the houses and nothing can change that. Given that there are 150 objections, there is no doubt that, following the decision, the case will go to An Bord Pleanála. While the Minister said the project was on course, has an appeal to An Bord Pleanála been built into the timeframe for development? Is it possible this will go the legal route given the effect on some of the residents and that, instead of the timeframe falling into place, there could be a serious deterioration of the timeframe in a short period? While I am concerned to ensure the stadium is built, residents are genuinely concerned that their lifestyle will change. What was a cul-de-sac will be a main entrance to the stadium and the lifestyle of residents will be changed. Is the Minister confident the timeframe for the project will be adhered to?

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