Cork Docklands development plan reveals new public realm, parks and bridges proposal

Cork’s Docklands plan promises a vibrant new urban district, but proposed bridges raise questions about river use and acces

A conceptual view of the new public realm on Horgan's Quay in Cork's docklands which could be built under the new framework strategy which has been published today for public consultation.

A major strategy has been published to guide the delivery of the vast new public realm, roads, parks and cultural spaces required for Cork’s docklands— Ireland's largest urban regeneration site.

However, concerns have already been raised about the potential impact of three proposed bridges, and several new roads the framework plan says are needed in the south docks.