'Viable long-term' uses planned for derelict buildings in Cork

Cork City Council wants a mix of residential and active daytime and night-time use for the four buildings on North Main St

'There is very exciting development potential at this location,' according to senior Cork City Council official David Joyce. The council has approved the compulsory acquisition of 62, 63, 64, and 65 North Main St. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Active and viable long-term uses are being considered for four high-profile derelict buildings in Cork City centre which have been approved for compulsory acquisition by the city council.

There will be a focus on ensuring that the ground floors of numbers 62 to 65 North Main St have active day and evening time uses, and on ensuring that the site is considered for residential development, the council’s director of services in its operations directorate, David Joyce, said last night.