Rearden's Bar refused planning to retain outdoor seating

Planners cited the development's 'negative visual impact' and obstruction to road users in its decision to refuse planning

Rearden's outside tables are located on Little Cross Street. Pic: Larry Cummins.

Reardens of Washington Street, one of Cork's biggest pubs, has been refused planning to retain its outdoor seating.

KMont Properties Holdings Limited, acting on behalf of Reardens, had sought permission from Cork City Council to retain its existing external seating area and surrounding structure on Little Cross Street.