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Revised Albert Quay planning bid prompts critical response

The revised planning application for a major quayside office development in Cork city has prompted a critical response from the management of the adjoining Elysian complex.

Thu, 29 May, 2014

Planning board called in to rule after Limerick neighbours paint roofs red

A local authority has called in the country’s top planning referee to decide if two suburban neighbours should get a yellow card over painting their roofs red.

Fri, 06 Feb, 2015

Kinsale convent scheme reduced to 96 residences

Plans submitted before Christmas have been approved by Cork County Council for a reduced-scale development at a former Kinsale convent.

Thu, 23 Apr, 2015

<p>New planning bill is more like fifty shades of grey, merging into very black storm clouds of litigation that will invariably and regrettably delay the delivery of homes and critical infrastructure. File picture: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire</p>

The new planning bill — forty shades of green or fifty shades of grey?

Provisions in the bill which propose to make it more difficult to pursue judicial review of public authorities, if enacted, will mean those awaiting homes and critical infrastructure will suffer and it will have profound impacts on local environmental groups

Wed, 22 Feb, 2023

Simon Coveney appoints expert group on Cork local government

Minister for Local Government Simon Coveney has called for “fresh thinking” after appointing an expert group to re-examine the future of local government arrangements in Cork.

Wed, 05 Oct, 2016

An Bord Pleanála dismisses solar energy farm appeal

A large solar energy farm in west Waterford will proceed on farmland after An Bord Pleanála dismissed an appeal by a family living close by.

Fri, 25 Nov, 2016

Sky's the limit for Ireland's growing fleet of helicopters

THE number of helicopters registered in Ireland has doubled in the last five years, it emerged yesterday.

Tue, 02 Aug, 2005

Get your house in order, council tells Flatley

DANCER Michael Flatley has been rebuked again by Cork County Council for carrying out work on his €30 million Fermoy mansion without planning permission.

Fri, 06 Feb, 2004

<p>Local residents objected to the apartment development because of concerns it would obstruct views of Shandon’s famous clock tower. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>

Apartment plan gets green light for pub site despite fears it blocks views of Shandon

Kay O’Mahony’s on Dominic Street in Cork will be developed to provide nine new apartments against the recommendation of its own planning inspector

Sun, 18 Apr, 2021

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<span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-GB" xml:lang="EN-GB">A total of 277 developments have been approved under the strategic housing development programme, but just 100 have begun construction. Picture: PA</span>
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Work started on just one-third of fast-track housing developments since 2017

Over 12,000 units have been given permission under the strategic housing development scheme since it was announced in December it would be phased out

Wed, 10 Aug, 2022

Councillor seeks to block Little Island office units plan amid traffic fears

A county councillor is attempting to block the development of several new office blocks at Little Island in Cork amid concern it would create further traffic congestion.

Mon, 31 Dec, 2018

Date set for hearing on Ikea store plans

Ikea’s plans to open up shop just off the M50 in north Dublin are to be put to the test at an oral hearing next month.

Wed, 21 Feb, 2007

<p>When appealing a planning decision it is necessary to seek legal and engineering advice. Picture: iStock.</p>

How best to deal with a planning appeal

Legal advice for farmers

Tue, 08 Jun, 2021

<p>Approval was granted last November to Cork County Council for the decommissioning of the existing cableway structure and the construction of a two-way cableway line with operating stations, mainland exhibition centre, a cafe and a car park. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>

Plans for new Dursey Island cable car may need fresh consideration following challenge

Environmental group had brought judicial review on basis the environment where the infrastructure was to be built was 'highly sensitive', with the Beara Peninsula special protection area for birds encompassing both the island and mainland side

Mon, 09 May, 2022

An artists impression of the proposed student apartment complex at San Paula, Orchard Road.

Plans for 200 student beds and cinema in Cork city lodged

Denis O’Brien Developments (Cork) Ltd has applied for a five-year planning permission for the student accommodation development at San Paula, Orchard Road, located between Victoria Cross and College Road.

Sat, 11 Jul, 2020

<p>Irish Water has sought approval to operate the plant located on the Inchydoney Road in Clonakilty, which would involve the importation of liquid sludge from around 30 other wastewater treatment facilities in west Cork.</p>

'Foul odours will increase' if Clonakility plant allowed to import liquid sludge

Irish Water wants to press ahead with its plans for a major upgrade of the wastewater treatment plant in West Cork despite planning refusal

Wed, 27 Oct, 2021

<p>In an appeal, an An Bord Pleanála inspector detailed numerous grounds cited by the applicant including that 'the house is used by the owner several months of the year, at short notice'. File picture</p>

Property owner refused permission to use home for short-term lets

Comes after it has emerged the Government is preparing a crackdown on Airbnb

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

Update: Dublin Chamber casts doubts on planning system after Poolbeg West housing scheme delay

A fast-tracked housing project for Dublin which was due to begin construction in 2017 now faces a three-year delay.

Fri, 28 Sep, 2018

Who owns this most expensive home?

Mystery surrounds the ownership of a Dublin 4 house sold last year by Sean and Gayle Dunne ahead of a hearing into plans to build four new homes on the grounds. Niall Murray reports.

Wed, 29 Oct, 2014

<p>Planners said the apartments' height, bulk, and massing meant it would be "visually overbearing" in the Bishopstown and Wilton area.</p>

Decision to reject 'visually overbearing' Cork apartments is appealed

Planners in Cork City Council rejected the scheme at Dennehys Cross

Mon, 19 Oct, 2020