Elizabeth Fort, Cork
Convert two protected former barracks houses into self-catering accommodation.
1737579 · Cork City Council · Lodged 20 September 2017
- Reference
- 1737579
- Authority
- Cork City Council
- Register status
- Decided
- Type
- PERMISSION
- Received
- 20 September 2017
Summary
AI-generatedThe Irish Landmark Trust seeks permission for the change of use and refurbishment of two protected 2-storey houses within Elizabeth Fort. Formerly associated with the Garda Barracks, they will be converted into self-catering accommodation with upgraded services and a new glass canopy.
- Residential units
- 2
- Storeys
- 2
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Official record
Development description
Permission sought by the irish landmark trust for change of use and general refurbishment of one number mid-terrace and adjoining one-number end of terrace 2-storey, 2 bedroomed house, both protected structures, from accommodation associated with the former garda barracks to use as self catering accommodation, all located within the north-west corner of elizabeth fort, cork. The works to include general refurbishment and upgrading of services including new bathrooms and kitchens. A new glass canopy at ground floor level to the rear of both houses to be provided and a new gate to be formed in the joint party garden wall between the two rear yards
Land-use zoning
What this land is zoned for
“To consolidate and facilitate the development of the central area and to promote its role as a dynamic mixed used centre for community, economic, civic, cultural and residential growth.”
National zoning type: City/Town/village Centre, central area
Objective set by the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028 (2022–2028). The planning authority decides each application on its own merits — this is the zoning context, not a compliance assessment.
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Recent sales nearby
within 500 m| Address | Date | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Saint Finbarr'S Place, Proby'S Quay, Cork | Jul 2026 | €215,000 | 28 m |
| 6 St Dommick Terrace, Crosses Green, Cork | Jun 2025 | €160,000 | 60 m |
| 6 St Dommick Terrace, Crosses Green, Cork | Jun 2026 | €308,000 | 60 m |
| 33 Barrack Street, Cork | Feb 2025 | €230,000 | 91 m |
| Davcon Court, 116 Barrack St, Cork | Dec 2025 | €1,050,000 | 110 m |
| 42 Evergreen Buildings, Barrack St, Cork | Dec 2025 | €305,000 | 117 m |
| 8 Prosperity Sq, Barrack St, Cork | Mar 2026 | €200,000 | 120 m |
| 5 Rose Cottage, Reeds Lane, Off Barrack St | Dec 2025 | €173,000 | 124 m |
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Key dates
Timeline
- Application received20 September 2017
- Decision due14 November 2017
- Decision issued13 November 2017
- Grant issued19 December 2017
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