Capital Works

The Capital Works section plays a vital role in the development of Carlow County. Its projects contribute to the improvement of the county's infrastructure, the enhancement of its communities, and the creation of a better quality of life for its residents.

The Capital Works section is responsible for the project lifecycle, from initial planning and design through to construction and completion. This includes:

  • Prioritising capital projects
  • Developing project briefs and specifications
  • Preparing tender documentation
  • Managing the procurement process
  • Monitoring the progress of construction projects
  • Ensuring that projects are completed to a high standard and on time and within budget

Carlow County Council's Capital Works section is responsible for the delivery of a wide range of capital projects across the county including:

Carlow County Council's Capital Works section is responsible for the delivery of a wide range of capital projects across the county including:

Municipal District of Carlow

Capital Projects Project Description Cost Project Status
County Buildings Carpark Provision of 90 carparking spaces. €700,000.00 In progress
Enterprise Campus, O’Brien Road. Special Projects will act in an advisory role. €6.5 million to €7.0 million In progress
Carlow Library Roof & Chimney Repair Emergency repair to Carlow Library Roof & Chimney to prevent further deterioration to the building. €400,000.00 In progress
VISUAL Public Realm. Scheme involves Public Realm improvements. Part funded by Failte Ireland. €0.5 million In progress
Signage of Heritage & Trail Wayfinder Interpretive & Wayfinding Signage for Carlow Town – Destination Towns Project. €250,000.00 In progress
Carlow Town Park Sculpture ‘Sky Lakes’ A new public art commissioned by Carlow County Council.  The commission is installed in Carlow Town Park, close to the car park entrance and was designed and installed by artist Remco de Fouw following public open competition. €75,000.00 Complete

Municipal District of Tullow

Capital Projects Project Description Cost Project Status
Tullow Courthouse Contractor appointed, main contractor, overseen by a Conservation Architect. Works are progressing to restore the roof, windows & doors.   Funding awarded under the Historical Structures Fund 2023. €200,000.00 In progress
Hacketstown Fire House

Development of Community & Enterprise space.  Funded under Towns & Villages.

Recently given to Special.

€290,000.00 In progress

Municipal District of Muinebheag

Capital Projects Project Description Cost Project Status
Bagenalstown Public Realm Scheme involves Public Realm, Market Square and Linkage to the River. Project funded under Towns & Villages. €500,000.00 In progress