Planning granted for seven-storey extension of Crawford Art Gallery

The gallery will close for two years when construction work begins

A series of restoration and upgrade works will also take place, changing walls and glazing, moving a 16th-century fireplace, and improving all electrical services.

The Crawford Art Gallery is in line for a massive seven-storey extension in Cork city.

Planning permission was granted by Cork City Council for the development of the almost 300-year-old structure located at Emmet Place in the city centre.