Decision on €280m Waterford development due by end of year

A DECISION on the future of a proposed €280m development for Waterford city is expected before the end of the year.

Backers of the Newgate Centre project confirmed yesterday that they have responded to a request for further information from An Bord Pleanála.

Waterford City Council has already granted planning permission to the KRM Construction Partnership for the scheme, which would see the development of 60 shops, including three anchor units; a 153-bedroom four-star hotel with a conference centre and leisure facilities; arts, cultural and community facilities and underground parking for more than 600 vehicles.