GrantedAlterationsDecided 20 June 2017

The Former Viscount Bar, Curraheen Road, Bishopstown

Modifications to a previously permitted development at the former Viscount Bar.

1737400 · Cork City Council · Lodged 27 April 2017

Reference: 1737400
Authority: Cork City Council
Register status: Decided
Type: PERMISSION
Received: 27 April 2017

Summary

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Bishopstown Credit Union Ltd. is seeking permission for modifications to a previously approved but unbuilt development. The changes include a setback to the eastern boundary, a reduction in floor space, altered elevations, and revised parking.

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Official record

Development description

Bishopstown credit union ltd. , intend to apply for permission. For the development at the former viscount bar, curraheen road, bishopstown, cork. The development will consist of: modifications to the development permitted, but not yet constructed, under reg. Ref. 12/35228 (appeal ref. Pl 28.241224). The proposed modifications to the permitted scheme will include a set back to the eastern site boundary, a reduction in floorspace, alterations to elevations and revised car parking arrangements.

Land-use zoning

What this land is zoned for

Neighbourhood and Local CentresDC

“To protect, provide for or improve local facilities.”

National zoning type: District, neighbourhood centre

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within 500 m

Residential Property Price Register sales within 500 metres of this site
Address	Date	Price	Distance
23 The Cornfields, Bishopstown, Cork	Dec 2025	€345,000	97 m
9 St Joseph'S Lawn, Bishopstown, Cork	May 2026	€415,000	107 m
16 Firgrove Dr, Bishopstown, Cork	Jan 2025	€630,000	178 m
Glenholme, Bishopstown Rd, Cork	Jan 2026	€252,000	188 m
1 Laurel Grove, Bishopstown, Co Cork	Jan 2025	€515,000	220 m
25 Central Ave, Firgrove, Bishopstown	Jun 2026	€455,000	239 m
33 Central Ave, Firgrove, Bishopstown	Jan 2026	€555,000	246 m
17 Central Ave, Firgrove, Bishopstown	Mar 2025	€565,000	256 m

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Key dates

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Application received27 April 2017
Decision due21 June 2017
Decision issued20 June 2017
Grant issued21 July 2017

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