County planners to consider proposal for Residential Care Centre in Tuam

Galway Bay fm newsroom - A decision is due in August on a plan for a new 50 bed Residential Care Centre in Tuam.

The HSE has lodged its application for the development at Sean Purcell Road.

The plan provides for a 2-storey courtyard building with adjoining service and day-care wings comprising 50 ensuite bedrooms.

It includes a reception area, day-care and therapy spaces, sitting, activity rooms and dining areas, family accommodation, offices and administration areas.

There would be 43 car parking spaces with associated vehicular set-down area, delivery yard and 12 cycle parking spaces.

County planners are due to make a decision in August (12/08).