GrantedInfrastructureDecided 10 August 2017

In the vicinity of the N6 Quincentenary Bridge, East of existing underpass, Galway

Extension of duration for the N6 Underpass, approach roads, and greenway project near NUIG.

17168 · Galway City Council · Lodged 16 June 2017

Reference: 17168
Authority: Galway City Council
Register status: Decided
Type: EXTENSION OF DURATION
Received: 16 June 2017

Summary

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This project aims to improve pedestrian, cycle, and vehicular links between the north and south parts of the NUIG Campus. Works include a new underpass under the N6, realigned approach roads, a riverside walkway, and the demolition of two buildings. It also involves works to protected watercourse structures.

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Official record

Development description

Permission for the n6 underpass and approach roads and greenway enhancement project to improve pedestrian, cycle and vehicular linkages between the north and south parts of nuig campus in the vicinity of the n6 quincentary bridge. The works include the formation of a new vehicle/cycle/pedestrian underpass under the n6 road and the realignment of the approach road/path network, with the provision of set-down, public transport and car parking facilities. The proposed new underpass is adjacent (east of) the existing underpass, which will be improved for pedestrian/cycle use as part of the strategic access network within the campus. The proposed works also include the provision of a riverside walkway as part of the city's greenways initiative and other landscaped areas. The works require the demolition of 2 no. Buildings (former house and storage shed). The development includes works to the existing stream that forms part of the city's network of watercourses, which are protected structures. The development includes a new stairway access to the south side of the n6 road, landscaping, new walkways, safety fencing, lighting and all associated works. This application is accompanied by an environmental impact statement (eis) and natura impact statement (nis)

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“To provide for institutional and community facility use”

National zoning type: Community facilities

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Residential Property Price Register sales within 500 metres of this site
Address	Date	Price	Distance
Mac Dara, 1 Upper Newcastle, Galway	Jul 2025	€660,000	197 m
Cova, Snipe Ave, Newcastle	Nov 2025	€400,000	245 m
23 Upper Newcastle, Newcastle, Galway	Jun 2026	€425,000	255 m
Grafton House, 27 Upper Newcastle, Galway	Feb 2025	€600,000	267 m
Grafton House, 27 Upper Newcastle, Galway	Jun 2026	€890,000	267 m
11 Snipe Lawn, Newcastle, Galway	Sept 2025	€550,000	283 m
31 Upper Newcastle, Newcastle, Galway	Nov 2025	€595,000	288 m
1 Snipe Lawn, Newcastle, Galway	May 2025	€760,000	322 m

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Sources: Building Control Management System (commencement notices) and the Residential Property Price Register, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Records are matched to this application by location and may not be exhaustive; always confirm against the official source before relying on them.

Key dates

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Application received16 June 2017
Decision due10 August 2017
Decision issued10 August 2017
Permission expiry20 March 2023

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