2140384
Permission for construction of a residential apartment scheme on a site at Old Market Place and Blarney Street in Cork City. The proposed scheme will consist of the construction of 27 no. residential apartment units in two blocks ranging in height from 2 to 4 storeys, comprising 17 no. 1 bed apartment units and 10 no. 2 bed apartment units. The development includes the demolition of 489.5m2 of the existing vacant and derelict structures while maintaining 50.5m2 of existing buildings. Part of the existing structure is on the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. The development also includes, landscaping and boundary treatments, surface treatments, drainage, footpaths and all ancillary site development works.
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development was recommended for grant as it constitutes an acceptable quantum and quality of residential development in a central, accessible location, which respects the character of the Shandon ACA and aligns with national and local compact growth objectives.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The residential redevelopment of this derelict brownfield site is consistent with the 'ZO 1' zoning objective and supports the delivery of compact urban growth in a highly accessible city-fringe location.
- The contemporary design and massing, following revisions, successfully integrate with the historic urban grain of the Shandon ACA and provide for the appropriate retention and refurbishment of the NIAH-listed building at No. 21 Old Market Place.
- The proposed car-free model is justified by the site's proximity to the city centre and public transport, and the development provides a high standard of residential amenity with acceptable impacts on the daylight and privacy of adjoining properties.