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<p>'That is how addicted people can become — to spend so long in front of a slot machine that they have to wear a nappy.'</p>

‘Slot machines are the crack cocaine of gambling’: Ballincollig casino approved despite major local opposition

A proposed Ballincollig gaming arcade has sparked intense local resistance, raising fears about problem gambling, community impact and planning oversight

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025

<p>The commission said the plans for the strategic housing development of 105 houses and 38 apartments, as well as a creche at Monacnapa, Blarney, failed to provide adequate accessible, inclusive, and comfortable access for pedestrians and cyclists.</p>

Planning board refuses 140 new homes on site overlooking Blarney Castle due to traffic hazard

The commission found that the developer, Eoin Sheehan, had also provided inadequate justification for the type of housing mix proposed

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

<p>"We should not forget recent serious issues within what was An Bord Pleanála, when it was the public’s vigilance, together with the proper scrutiny of the courts, who were the guardians of the public interest and exposers of bad planning decisions."</p>

Attracta Uí Bhroin: Judicial reviews serve the common good

Rather than castigating public-spirited ordinary people concerned by planning problems, the Government should focus on properly resourcing the planning and legal systems

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

<p>Iarnród Éireann has raised concerns about the development and its potential to adversely to affect the Kent Station railway tunnel. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

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

<p>The Old Head of Kinsale. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

Scorecard boost for Old Head of Kinsale as profits and revenues surge

The golf complex attracts 20,000 visitors annually with 50% originating from the US and 80% from overseas

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

<p>Members of CHASE (Cork Harbour Alliance for a Safe Environment), including Linda Fitzpatrick, Denis Cronin, Mary O’Leary, Sue Walsh, Gertie O’Driscoll and Marcia Dalton, review the latest plans during a public meeting in Crosshaven Community Centre as they continue their campaign against the proposed Indaver Ireland incinerator in Ringaskiddy, Cork Harbour. Picture: Joleen Cronin</p>

Who are CHASE and why are they holding public meetings this month?

Nearly 25 years ago waste management comapany Indaver applied for planning permission a hazardous and non-hazardous waste incinerator at Ringaskiddy, County Cork. This was refused permission by Cork County Council and then appealed to An Bórd Pleanála. There was considerable opposition including from environmental campaign group Chase. Oral hearings and court proceedings ensued and permission was eventually refused. This application has now been reactivated. We put some questions to CHASE...

Mon, 03 Nov, 2025

<p>Representatives of Sacyr Ireland, Wills Bros, and Daa at the confirmation of the €265m contract to construct the new West Apron Vehicle Underpass at Dublin Airport.</p>

DAA awards €265m contract to build underpass tunnel at Dublin Airport

Joint venture of Sacyr Ireland and Wills Bros scheduled for completion by August 2030

Thu, 09 Oct, 2025

<p>CGI of Mount Prospect, with original period home on right and FPP for 18 detached houses on 6.8 acres. Agent Michael Powell seeks €2.5m for the development opportunity</p>

Former Cork orphanage site sale set for 18 luxury family homes

Positive prospects promised at Passage West's Mount Prospect period home and grounds

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

<p>ieBusiness podcast Michael O'Flynn</p>

The ieBusiness Podcast meets property developer Michael O'Flynn

“We should be at 60,000 units plus, but we’re down at the 30,000s, plus or minus. We have a problem that is spiralling out of control.”

Mon, 22 Sep, 2025

<p>Cork’s Glanmire and Tivoli (south) docks will see major future residential growth. </p>

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

<p>Justice minister Jim O'Callaghan. The response of the current administration to the housing crisis has a whiff of desperation about it.</p>

S Mick Clifford: Why successive governments put landowners ahead of the common good

For decades, governments enriched landowners through rezoning while failing to deliver a fair, functioning planning system

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

<p>The problem has arisen, according to the Irish Planning Institute, because the department gave effect to a new regulation, known as a statutory instrument, without any lead-in time or any consultation with planners or other interested parties.</p>

Planning chaos as hundreds of applications risk being invalid after regulation error

Hundreds of planning applications lodged since August 6 may be deemed invalid due to confusion over new housing department rules

Thu, 11 Sep, 2025

<p>The former CMP Diary site on Tramore Road, being developed as Creamfields. pic Larry Cummins </p>

Dairygold sells former CMP site in Cork for €25.6m

Dairygold has sold its Creamfields Cork site to Cairn Homes for €25.6m, paving the way for 606 homes

Tue, 26 Aug, 2025

<p>Residents lodged an appeal with An Coimisiún Pleanála against a decision of Limerick City and County Council to grant retention permission for the floodlights. Stock picture</p>

Priest and residents' group in planning row over retention of floodlights at church in Limerick

Parish priest had also sought permission to retain a meeting room and an opening in a drystone wall at St John the Baptist Church in Kilcornan, Co Limerick

Sun, 17 Aug, 2025

<p>A visualisation of the student accommodation development planned for he long-derelict Good Shepherd Convent in Cork City. File picture</p>

Call for audit of deaths and burials at Cork's Good Shepherd convent

Plans for 274 student apartments on the site of the former Magdalene laundry have been appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála

Sun, 10 Aug, 2025

<p>The 217-unit Railyard Apartments scheme includes plans for 99 social and 118 cost-rental apartments in a 24-storey residential tower, which will become Ireland’s tallest building.</p>

Funding for 800 homes in Cork with one scheme to include Ireland’s tallest residential building

€300m in government funding has been approved to kickstart the delivery of two large and long-awaited social housing projects in Cork City

Wed, 06 Aug, 2025

<p>An artist's rendition of The Farm, an apartment development proposed by Estuary View Enterprises (EVE) 2020 Limited. The plan has been rejected by An Coimisiun Pleanála just days after its plan for The Meadows was refused. </p>

Second major apartment development refused on historic Bessborough site in Cork City

Planning permission for 140 apartments at Cork’s former Bessborough mother and baby home has been refused over unit mix concerns

Wed, 30 Jul, 2025

<p>Killarney’s municipal councillors revoked permission for Áras Phádraig, a €47m six-storey primary care centre, three-storey theatre, and plaza on Lewis Rd, having approved the plan in April 2024. </p>

Killarney councillors revoke approval for primary care centre

They had approved plans for Áras Phádraig, a €47m primary care centre, theatre, and plaza last year

Mon, 28 Jul, 2025

<p>An artist's impression of the proposed 280-unit Meadows scheme at Bessborough, showing the proposed bridge to the Blackrock to Passage West greenway. An Coimisiún Pleanála gave two key reasons linked to concerns about housing mix and its design for rejecting the scheme.</p>

Plans refused for 280 apartments on campus of former Bessborough mother and baby home

Planners reject Estuary View’s proposal for 280 apartments at Bessborough, citing concerns over housing mix and excessive scale

Fri, 25 Jul, 2025

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">The clock is ticking on a proposal by Tower Development Properties Ltd to redevelop Custom House Quay in Cork City, where they have permission to build a 34-storey hotel. The planning grant expires next March, however Cork City Council says the owner of the site ‘remains focused’ on developing it. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: Chani Anderson</span>
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Kerry developer still committed to 34-storey hotel on historic Cork City quay

Time runs out next March for Tower Properties' Custom House Quay plan

Wed, 09 Jul, 2025