Property Description

The property comprises a high-profile development site extending to approximately 2.22 hectares / 5.5 acres, occupying a prominent position with extensive frontage onto the Dublin Road on the northern approach to Maynooth. The site immediately adjoins Carton Retail Park, Tesco and McDonald’s and benefits from excellent visibility and accessibility. The lands are generally level in topography and previously accommodated approximately 100 car parking spaces. Importantly, all main services are laid on to the site, providing a strong basis for future development.

The property is bounded by an established residential development to the west, while to the rear it enjoys an attractive aspect overlooking the Royal Canal, Royal Canal Greenway and Dublin–Sligo railway line. Its substantial site area, prominent road frontage, established surrounding uses and serviced nature combine to provide an excellent development opportunity, subject to the necessary planning permission.

LOCATION:
Maynooth is one of North Kildare’s principal towns and has experienced significant residential, commercial and employment growth over recent years. The town recorded a population of 17,259 in the 2022 Census, representing growth of approximately 18% since 2016, with the population targeted to grow to over 27,000 by 2031. Situated approximately 25 km west of Dublin City Centre, Maynooth occupies a strategic position along the M4 Dublin– Galway/Sligo corridor, providing excellent accessibility to Dublin and the wider Greater Dublin Area.

The town is home to Maynooth University, one of Ireland’s leading universities, which is a major contributor to the local economy and supports a substantial student and working population. Maynooth has developed into an important residential and commercial centre, with an extensive range of shops, restaurants, cafés, schools, sporting facilities and professional services. Major retail facilities include Carton Retail Park and Manor Mills Shopping Centre, together with a strong mix of established national and local occupiers throughout the town.

Maynooth benefits from excellent public transport infrastructure, with regular rail services from Maynooth Train Station to Dublin City Centre, together with frequent bus services. The town is also positioned close to Junction 7 of the M4, providing direct motorway access to Dublin and the national road network.

The wider Maynooth area benefits from its proximity to major employment centres including Leixlip, Celbridge and Dublin, while significant employers and business campuses throughout the M4 corridor further strengthen the town's strategic location.

Maynooth continues to benefit from strong population growth, ongoing residential development and investment in infrastructure, reinforcing its position as one of the key growth towns within the Greater Dublin Area.


ZONING:
The lands are zoned Q1 – Enterprise & Employment under the Maynooth and Environs Local Area Plan 2025–2031, with the stated zoning
objective:

“To provide for and facilitate an appropriate mix of employment uses including office-based industry, enterprise and employment.”

The Q1 zoning provides for a broad range of potential uses. Uses permitted in principle or open for consideration include:

Childcare • Cinema • Community and/or Sports Facility • Conference / Exhibition Centre • Heavy Commercial Vehicle Park • Library • Indoor Recreational Facility (including Play Centre, Bowling Alley and Trampoline Park) • Industry • Medical Consultants / Health Care Centre • Offices • Restaurant / Café (as part of a mixed-use development) • Service Station • School • Convenience Store

The breadth of uses provided for under the zoning, combined with the site's prominent Dublin Road frontage, established surrounding development and proximity to Maynooth Town Centre, provides considerable scope for a range of employment, commercial and complementary development opportunities, subject to planning permission and the relevant provisions of the Local Area Plan.

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