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Marina Park shines, Bishop Lucey divides — has Cork City finally cracked the public realm question?

Marina Park shines, Bishop Lucey divides — has Cork City 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

New Trump Doonbeg ballroom to have 'no impact on protected snail'

New Trump Doonbeg ballroom to have 'no impact on protected snail'

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

Green light for almost 550 new homes in Ballincollig

Green light for almost 550 new homes in Ballincollig

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

Plans lodged for new restaurant on Cork's St Patrick's Street

Plans lodged for new restaurant on Cork's St Patrick's Street

Permission sought for first floor buffet restaurant

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

aerial view of solar panels on city or rural residential homes and neighborhoods

New homes supply still trailing demand

The latest CSO figures for new homes make for grim reading, with a reported decrease of 12.5% in the total number of dwelling units approved, reports Tommy Barker, Property Editor

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

Ireland’s planning system ‘no longer fit for purpose’, experts warn

Ireland’s planning system ‘no longer fit for purpose’, experts warn

Veteran architect Tony Reddy warns Ireland’s outdated planning system risks derailing housing delivery, infrastructure, and investment unless urgent reforms are made

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

Couple,man and woman,hugging each other while standing on the lawn in the backyard of their new bought house,rear view,modern ho

Budget must contain measures to incentivise new homes, say experts

Leading property sector commentators believe that a pro-housing Budget will be critical for the home building sector. Tommy Barker, Property Editor, reports

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

Newly built houses in Ireland

Welcome rise in buyer take-up follows First Homes Scheme threshold increase

Now, more than ever, we’ve seen the importance of the government schemes and the need for buyers to use them

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

nailing the battens

New home buyers compromise on location to afford a bigger house

As Irish house prices continue to soar, new home buyers are tailoring their choices to match their budget, say leading commentators

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Happy housewarming. A young couple holds happily a key to their new home which they were so excited about, and this can't but ma

First-time buyers are still dominating the new homes market

Today’s first-time buyer is very switched onto the schemes in place for their benefit, far more aware than their predecessors from 15 years ago

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

new build couple

New Homes: Supply still an issue, but first-time buyers have advantages

While new homes supply is far short of demand, there are green shoots visible in some parts, notably Cork city and county

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Flat lay of real estate concept. Mortgage application form, house model, house keys and mobile phone with blank screen. Copy spa

New Homes: Guide to managing your mortgage and finance

For first-time home buyers, getting the right financial advice is critically important. After all, for most people, it is the single biggest purchase you'll make in your life

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Demolition begins at Cork’s Sextant Bar site to clear way for 24-storey apartment tower

Demolition begins at Cork’s Sextant Bar site to clear way for 24-storey apartment tower

Demolition crews have begun clearing the Sextant Bar site to make way for Cork’s tallest building, the 24-storey Railyard Apartments

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Historic Cork TB hospital to be transformed into €15m state-of-the-art healthcare hub

Historic Cork TB hospital to be transformed into €15m state-of-the-art healthcare hub

Once a TB sanatorium, the long-vacant Heatherside Hospital will be transformed into a €15m healthcare campus by a Limerick property developer

Thu, 04 Sep, 2025

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