Plans to revamp former Catholic Young Men's Society in Cork City rejected

An Bord Pleanála has refused a major Cork City redevelopment plan, citing concerns over heritage loss and city centre character

The proposed development focused on the former Catholic Young Men's Society building on South Main Street and included refurbishing two other buildings. Picture: Des Barry

Plans to revamp a series of protected buildings in the centre of Cork City have been refused by An Bord Pleanála.

Holren Properties Limited initially applied to Cork City Council for permission for works at 9A, 10, 11, 12 and 13 Castle Street, and 1 to 7 Paradise Place.