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NewsSisk to Lead Major Expansion of Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium, Boosting Capacity and Fan Experience
John Sisk & Son, the renowned Irish construction company, has embarked on a significant development project at Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium. The ambitious expansion will feature a range of integrated, all-weather facilities, headlined by an enlarged North Stand. This upgrade will increase the stadium’s capacity to over 60,000 spectators, making it a premier destination for …
Center Parcs Longford Forest Announces €100m Expansion with New Lodges, Dining, and Leisure Facilities
Center Parcs has received the green light for a significant €100 million development at its Longford Forest location in Ireland. This ambitious project aims to enhance the resort’s offerings with a range of new facilities and accommodations, ensuring an even more enjoyable experience for visitors. The planned expansion includes the construction of 198 new lodges, …
Planning Permission Denied for £150 Million Doraville Wind Farm in Tyrone
The proposed £150 million Doraville Wind Farm in Northern Ireland has been denied planning permission. The project, which aimed to install 33 wind turbines in the Sperrin Mountains, County Tyrone, was set to become the largest onshore wind farm in Northern Ireland, with a capacity to generate nearly 119MW of electricity. SSE Renewables, the company …
An Bord Pleanála Rejects Proposal for Dublin’s Tallest Building at City Arts Centre Site
An Bord Pleanála has denied planning permission for what would have been Dublin’s tallest building, proposed for the City Arts Centre site. The decision marks a significant setback for the developers and raises questions about the future of high-rise construction in the city. The proposed development aimed to transform the City Arts Centre site into …
Cork City’s 750-Home Ballyvolane Development Faces Planning Permission Rejection
A proposal to extend the planning permission for a significant 750-home development in Ballyvolane, north of Cork City, has been rejected by An Bord Pleanála. This decision comes despite a recommendation from the planning board’s inspector to approve the extension. In 2020, Longview Estates Ltd secured planning permission for 753 houses and apartments across six …
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An Bord Pleanála Rejects Planning Permission for Three Major Wind Farm Projects in Ireland
An Bord Pleanála Denies Planning Permission for Three Wind Farms in Ireland An Bord Pleanála has rejected planning applications for three contentious wind farm projects in County Donegal, County Clare, and County Cork, which collectively proposed the installation of 33 wind turbines. One of the most notable refusals was for a project by Wingleaf Ltd, …
Surge in Housing Commencement Notices Raises Questions About Actual Construction Outcomes
Surge in Housing Commencement Notices Raises Questions About Actual Construction Outcomes In April, the construction industry in Ireland saw a significant rise in housing commencement notices, with over 17,000 notices issued. This surge was largely driven by developers rushing to benefit from levy waivers that were initially set to expire. However, the government has since …
Irish Government Considers Extending Waiver on Development Contributions for New Housing Projects
The Irish government is contemplating an extension to the temporary waiver on development contributions for new residential projects, according to Taoiseach Simon Harris. His remarks came ahead of a Cabinet subcommittee meeting on housing scheduled for this afternoon. During his address, Mr. Harris emphasised the importance of practical measures to bolster housing supply. “As I …
NewsIrish Construction Sector Sees Sustained Growth in April
The seasonally-adjusted BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland Construction Total Activity Index rose to 53.2 in April, up from 51.6 in March. This index, compiled by S&P Global from responses to a questionnaire sent to approximately 150 construction firms, indicates a monthly increase in activity when above 50, and a decrease when below. The March-April figures …
Stripe Founders Launch ‘Progress Ireland’ to Tackle Housing and Infrastructure Challenges
Progress Ireland: New Initiative by Stripe Founders to Tackle Ireland’s Challenges A new philanthropic initiative, “Progress Ireland,” is set to launch this autumn, aiming to bring together some of Ireland’s brightest young entrepreneurs. Spearheaded by Patrick and John Collison of Stripe, this initiative seeks to address pressing issues in Ireland, particularly in the realms of …
NewsSupreme Court Upholds Decision to Quash Planning Permission for 1,592-Unit Drumcondra Housing Development
The Supreme Court has upheld a decision to quash planning permission for a large-scale housing development in Drumcondra, Dublin. The ruling found that An Bord Pleanála failed to provide adequate reasons for its decision to approve the 1,592-apartment project and did not take relevant considerations into account. The judgment, delivered by Mr Justice Seamus Woulfe, …
Cairn Homes Blessington Development: Planning Permission Granted for 329 Homes in Co. Wicklow
Cairn Homes has recently obtained planning permission for the construction of 329 residential units in Blessington, Co. Wicklow. Despite facing opposition from some locals and challenges regarding compliance with the Wicklow County Development Plan, the development is set to proceed, comprising a mix of houses, apartments, and duplex units along with a significant park area. …