Planning Permission Unlocks €21m GAA Redevelopment
Meath GAA faces stadium challenges until planning permission triggers a game-changing €21m stand upgrade.
Sisk, a leading construction firm, secured a €21m contract this month to redevelop the main stand at Páirc Tailteann in Navan, Co Meath. Work has already started on the project, central to broader improvements at the county GAA grounds. This move follows years of preparation by volunteers and supporters.
Shane Glynn, Sisk’s Regional Director, highlighted the firm’s pride in the project. He noted their past work on Croke Park over 25 years ago and recent upgrades at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. The redevelopment recognises the stadium’s cultural role in the community and aims to benefit future generations through high standards.
Meath GAA County Chairperson Jason Plunkett called the contract signing a landmark moment. It shifts the initiative from planning permission stages to active delivery. The new stand will boost safety, accessibility, and matchday experiences while securing Páirc Tailteann’s future as Meath’s GAA home.
Refurbishments target modern standards for safety, accessibility, and supporter comfort. New floodlights will enhance the venue, supporting community use and big games. Meath County Council backs the effort, viewing it as an economic boost for Navan.
Meath GAA secretary Ciarán Flynn targets readiness for the 2027 Club Championships, ideally by early August. Temporary fixtures shift to other venues like Dunganny, with its upgraded pitches, and local clubs hosting senior matches during 2026 renovations.
Sisk plans to collaborate with local supply chain partners for quality delivery. The project promises enhanced facilities amid An Bord Pleanála decision processes that enabled this housing scheme approval-like advancement for sports infrastructure. No flood-risk development issues reported, avoiding material contravention delays. Environmental impact considerations align with community benefits.
- €21m investment in Páirc Tailteann stand.
- Work underway post-contract signing.
- Improves safety, accessibility, floodlights.
- Targets 2027 championship readiness.
- Boosts Navan economy with council support.
Originally reported in irishpost.com on Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:43:51 +0000. [Full story]
