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Former Midleton pub to be converted into three new homes
Former Midleton pub to be converted into three new homes
Plans were appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála following a split decision from the local council

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026

Supermarket survey
Aldi launch fresh bid for new Limerick store after planning approval quashed by High Court
Planning approval for a new Aldi store in Moyross was overruled by the High Court in October last year

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026

Cork City Council to acquire derelict property after 'no effort' by owner to redevelop 'neglected' site 
Cork City Council to acquire derelict property after 'no effort' by owner to redevelop 'neglected' site 
The dwelling on Lower Glanmire Road has been on the derelict property register since January 2022

Fri, 16 Jan, 2026

Lidl figures
New Lidl store to open in Cork following positive bid from council 
Approved plans also include a new gym, beauty salon and dry cleaners 

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026

BAM to lodge plans with Cork City Council to build student accommodation on Sullivan's Quay
BAM to lodge plans with Cork City Council to build student accommodation on Sullivan's Quay
Planning had been in place for a 193-bed hotel 

Wed, 14 Jan, 2026

IDA hands over 41-hectare Kilbarry site with potential for major Cork housing development
IDA hands over 41-hectare Kilbarry site with potential for major Cork housing development
The 41-hectare Kilbarry site has been rezoned for housing and could deliver a major new community by 2027

Thu, 08 Jan, 2026

Green light given to apartment and food market plan at former Dennehy's Cross garage site 
Plans granted for 30 new homes in Dennehy's Cross following appeal to planning commission
An Coimisiún Pleanála approved the plans for 30 new apartments at the former Dennehy's Cross Garage despite deveral objections

Wed, 07 Jan, 2026

Marina Park shines, Bishop Lucey divides — has Cork finally cracked the public realm question?
Marina Park shines, Bishop Lucey divides — has Cork finally cracked the public realm question?
Major investment has transformed parts of Cork’s public realm, but not every park or plaza is winning hearts

Sun, 04 Jan, 2026

New Trump Doonbeg ballroom to have 'no impact on protected snail'
New Trump Doonbeg ballroom to have 'no impact on protected snail'
The resort's planned ballroom that will have the capacity to accommodate 320 guests

Sun, 28 Dec, 2025

Plan for 144 apartments in Cork City given go-ahead despite local objections
Plan for 144 apartments in Cork City given go-ahead despite local objections
Homes will be built on Ballyhooly Road, Laherdane, Whites Cross

Tue, 23 Dec, 2025

Green light for almost 550 new homes in Ballincollig
Green light for almost 550 new homes in Ballincollig
Cork City Council approved plans for 232 homes and 312 apartments at Greenfield in Ballincollig

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025

Plans for 170 homes at former Vita Cortex site approved following appeals to An Coimisiún Pleanála
Plans for 170 homes at former Vita Cortex site approved following appeals to An Coimisiún Pleanála
The planning commission greenlit plans for the 1.2-hectare brownfield plot following several appeals by local residents 

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025

To solve the housing crisis, let builders get on with the job, says developer Michael O'Flynn 
To solve the housing crisis, let builders get on with the job, says developer Michael O'Flynn 
More viable zoned land, planning reform, and accelerated delivery of infrastructure are all part of the solution to the crisis

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025

Green light for more than 70 Rochestown homes despite local objections 
Green light for more than 70 Rochestown homes despite local objections 
New homes will comprise 10 houses and 62 apartments at Monfieldstown and Mounthovel in Rochestown

Thu, 18 Dec, 2025

Green light for Cork City's landmark Roches Stores building to be split into retail units 
Green light for Cork City's landmark Roches Stores building to be split into retail units 
City Hall planners have approved plans to revive the former Roches Stores which is to be split into several new retail units 

Tue, 16 Dec, 2025

Blarney Castle owners lodge plans for outdoor swimming pool on estate grounds 
Blarney Castle owners lodge plans for outdoor swimming pool on estate grounds 
The Colthurst family has applied for permission to add a private outdoor pool and enclosure at Turret House on the Blarney Castle estate

Thu, 11 Dec, 2025

Barmans arms pulling a pint of beer
Cork pub owner granted permission to keep extension despite elderly neighbour’s objections
A long-running dispute ended after the planning commission approved the Joshua Tree Bar’s garden room extension with strict new conditions

Thu, 11 Dec, 2025

Neighbours appeal US billionaire's renovation plans of €4.75m Kinsale home
Neighbours appeal US billionaire's renovation plans of €4.75m Kinsale home
Local residents say the large-scale redevelopment at Sprayfield House threatens the rural character and visual landscape of the Sandycove area

Tue, 02 Dec, 2025

Developers refused permission for 17 apartments in Cork City appeal decision to planning commission
Developers refused permission for 17 apartments in Cork City appeal decision to planning commission
Developers challenge the council’s refusal of a 17-apartment scheme in Gurranabraher as a separate city-centre clinic wins approval

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Roches Stores building owner files further information on planned redevelopment
Roches Stores building owner files further information on planned redevelopment
Former Debenhams site has been vacant since the pandemic

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025

Derelict Passage West terrace to be restored as contractor housing by Doyle Shipping Group
Derelict Passage West terrace to be restored as contractor housing by Doyle Shipping Group
Doyle Shipping Group will refurbish six long-derelict Passage West homes to provide modern accommodation for its contractor workforce

Thu, 20 Nov, 2025

New 'health and wellness centre' for Douglas Court approved by Cork City Council 
New 'health and wellness centre' for Douglas Court approved by Cork City Council 
Seven new units will provide a range of services, including fitness, aesthetics and hair and beauty treatments

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025

Street in downtown Dingle, Ireland
Outdoor seating area of popular Dingle pub appealed to planning commission by local property owner 
Murphy's Pub on Strand Street has had its case appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025

Green light for major buffet restaurant on Cork's St Patrick Street
Green light for major buffet restaurant on Cork's St Patrick Street
Development will see several units combined to create a large new restaurant space for 'Wing's World Cuisine' in Merchants Quay Shopping Centre 

Tue, 18 Nov, 2025

700 cost rental homes in the pipeline in Cork city via approved housing body Respond
700 cost rental homes in the pipeline in Cork city via approved housing body Respond
A scheme of 114 homes in Blackpool is due for completion in early 2027, while a large scheme on the southside will take about three years

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Plans lodged for more beds at CUH with new in-patient ward 
Plans lodged for more beds at CUH with new in-patient ward 
HSE is seeking permission for a change of use of its existing medical records building on Bishopstown Road to an in-patient bed ward

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Refused plans for new motor home park in Waterford appealed by developer
Refused plans for new motor home park in Waterford appealed by developer
Local council refused plans for a 52-motor home park and glamping pods at Tramore

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

Planning commission gives green light for Ipas centre in Macroom
Planning commission gives green light for Ipas centre in Macroom
Approved plans will provide 20 apartment-style units for the temporary accommodation of people seeking international protection

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

Houses delivered in double quick time in Ballyvolane thanks to novel build approach
Houses delivered in double quick time in Ballyvolane thanks to novel build approach
A blend of precision offsite manufacturing and efficient onsite assembly is more than halving the house build timeframe at Longview 

Thu, 06 Nov, 2025

Green light for 19 new apartments near Kent Station in Cork despite local opposition
Green light for 19 new apartments near Kent Station in Cork despite local opposition
An Coimisiún Pleanála has upheld planning permission for 19 new apartments opposite Kent Station, rejecting a local appeal over heritage and design concerns

Fri, 31 Oct, 2025

Early 2026 build start for Cork city's second Premier Inn following design changes
Early 2026 build start for Cork city's second Premier Inn following design changes
Developers Whtibread Plc, owners of the Premier Inn brand, made substantial design changes to get the project over the line

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

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Refusal of new coffee dock in Cork City appealed to planning commission
Developer sought permission to install a self-contained coffee unit on Douglas Road 

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

Plans for almost 20 new apartments refused by Cork City Council 
Plans for almost 20 new apartments refused by Cork City Council 
Developers sought planning for 17 new apartments near Blarney Street

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

LDA committed to almost €500m housing investment in Cork
LDA committed to almost €500m housing investment in Cork
Plans to be lodged this month for apartments at Anglesea Terrace, where one block will rival the height of the Elysian

Wed, 22 Oct, 2025

Plans for 220-bed budget accommodation approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála
Plans for 220-bed budget accommodation approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála
Five-storey accommodation building aimed at budget holidaymakers will be located on Morrisons Island in Cork City

Wed, 22 Oct, 2025

'Super Casino' granted planning permission in Cork suburb
'Super Casino' granted planning permission in Cork suburb
The development in Ballincollig had met with significant local opposition

Tue, 21 Oct, 2025

Planning application to be lodged for €400m redevelopment of Limerick's Cleeves site
Planning application to be lodged for €400m redevelopment of Limerick's Cleeves site
Apartments, student accommodation, commercial units and public plazas set for historic site

Tue, 21 Oct, 2025

Plans for almost 60 new homes in Schull greenlit by An Coimisiún Pleanála following appeals 
Plans for almost 60 new homes in Schull greenlit by An Coimisiún Pleanála following appeals 
Planning commission approved plans for 57 new homes which will be located on Schull's Colla Road

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Developer behind €350m Cork Docklands project seeks to remove commercial units for five more apartments 
Developer behind €350m Cork Docklands project seeks to remove commercial units for five more apartments 
Developer is seeking to convert units set out for bars, cafes and gyms into additional residential accommodation

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Plans for more than 1,100 homes in Ballincollig lodged with Cork City Council 
Plans for more than 1,100 homes in Ballincollig lodged with Cork City Council 
The proposed large-scale residential development at Maglin, Ballincollig includes a mix of houses, duplex units, and apartments, as well as a crèche and commercial units

Mon, 13 Oct, 2025

HomeHak is a positive development for tenants
HomeHak is a positive development for tenants
The quality of management and letting services has never been higher and more professional

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Supply still choked but multiple new developments in the pipeline
Supply still choked but multiple new developments in the pipeline
The government are planning on bringing in legislation to give landlords something back

Sat, 11 Oct, 2025

Plans for 120 new Douglas homes approved following appeal to An Coimisiún Pleanála
Plans for 120 new Douglas homes approved following appeal to An Coimisiún Pleanála
Positive bid to Cork City Council was appealed by neighbouring pub Barry's of Douglas 

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025

Plans for 362 homes in Carrigaline delayed following developer's appeal to An Bord Pleanála
Green light for more than 350 new homes in Carrigaline following appeal to An Coimisiún Pleanála
Bid by developer Bridgewater Homes to build 362 homes on Mountain Road in Kilmoney was appealed by local residents 

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

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Plans for new coffee dock in Cork City refused by council
Bid to install a self-contained coffee unit on Douglas Road was refused by local planners 

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

Green light for 88 new homes in Carrigaline
Green light for 88 new homes in Carrigaline
Mixed-use development will also include a cafe, gym, hair salon, daycare and newsagents 

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

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