Plans for former St Clare's Convent in Kenmare will transform town, councillors say

The former convent of the Sisters of St Clare in Kenmare, Co Kerry, is to be used for community use as part of an agreement with Kenmare municipal district council. File picture: Valerie O'Sullivan

Unanimous approval has been voiced by councillors in Kenmare for plans on the former St Clare’s Convent, which they say will transform the town.

A family resource centre, civic offices, municipal council meeting room, and a car park with 125 spaces are to be provided under the plans.