Freemasons seek planning permission to extend Cork hall into Bishop Lucey Park

Provincial Grand Lodge of Munster said the building presently lacks universal access

Bishop Lucey Park was established in 1985 to mark the 800th anniversary of the city's charter. Picture: Denis Minihane.

Cork's Freemason's Hall has lodged plans with the City Council seeking permission for a four-storey extension of their historic building into Bishop Lucey Park.

The Provincial Grand Lodge of Munster said it is seeking approval for the development to allow them to install a new staircase and lift to improve fire safety and universal access in the building.