Leitrim County Council says it regrets any confusion which may have arisen after it submitted an application for funding to develop a "destination centre" in Carrick-on-Shannon.
Last week well known shop Geraghty's launched an online petition opposing what they described were plans to seek funding to demolish their premises under plans by the local authority.
They claimed that the Council was seeking to create a new development on Main Street which could have seen the removal of three buildings.
The full Council statement is available below:
As part of its remit to stimulate County Leitrim’s economy, create jobs and promote tourism, Leitrim County Council has submitted a Concept Proposal to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage to establish if funding could be secured under the Urban Regeneration Development Fund for a Destination Centre in Carrick-on-Shannon.
The proposal envisages a new town centre of regional significance that would revitalise the area, generate new jobs and provide quality amenities for all to enjoy. If approved, it has the potential to attract and accommodate creative, cultural, food and leisure activities.
The Council regrets any misunderstanding that has arisen in submitting the application for funding, as this was never the intention.
The proposal is at an early stage and cannot be progressed unless funding under the Urban Regeneration Development Fund is secured, at which point engagement with the community and all interested parties would take place. If approved, the proposal would take a number of years to complete, including public consultation, design, planning and construction.
