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Permission for development which will consist of modifications to the mixed-use development (as permitted under Cork City Council planning reference 21/40702) at Kennedy Quay, Marina Walk, and Mill Road, in the South Docklands, Cork City. The proposed modifications relate to the previously permitted redevelopment of the Odlum’s Building (Protected Structure RPS ref. PS856) and previously permitted development to the rear of this building only. The proposal will create a separation between the Odlum’s Building and the permitted building to the rear to form 2 no. standalone buildings which also results in the omission of the permitted glass canopy over the central courtyard. The development for which permission is sought consists of the following modifications to the Odlum’s Building: Reduction in height of the permitted extension by 1 no. storey. The Odlum’s Building will now be 6 no. storeys fronting Kennedy Quay. Modifications and increase to the western part of the Odlum’s extension and infilling of void areas on 1st and 2nd floor levels of the main building.Changes to the permitted uses on the Ground, First and Fifth floors as follows: Ground Floor – From a variety of uses (including retail, rooftop entry, concierge, and residential amenity) to café/ bar/ retail / office (use to be confirmed prior to occupation) and reception. First Floor – From boutique shop/café to office at 1st floor level. Fifth Floor – From variety of uses (including conference and meeting rooms, main kitchen and associated building support uses) to café/bar/office (use to be confirmed prior to occupation). All associated modifications to the Odlum’s Building including amendments to access points, internal reconfiguration and minor elevational changes associated with the extension amendments and changes of use, and reconfiguration of roof plant areas. And the following modifications to the previously permitted building to the rear of Odlum’s: Change of use from cinema entry/café at ground floor level and cinema at 1st floor level to 14 no. additional apartments comprising of 7 no. 1 bedroom units; 5 no. 2 bedroom units, and 2 no. 3 bedroom units. Modifications to the ground floor layout to accommodate 9 no. additional car parking spaces (including 1 no. disability space and 2 no. electric vehicles spaces) accessed from Marina Walk. Provision of 172 no. cycle parking spaces, and waste storage, plant, and ancillary services for the buildings. All associated modifications associated