https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comWed, 25 Feb 2026 02:18:18 +0000Examiner GroupIreland's premier breaking news website providing up to the minute news and sports reports. With e-mail news releases following breaking stories throughout the day.https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41798864.htmlPlans lodged for 130 new homes on former Dell site in Ballincollig2026-02-23T16:08:00+00:002026-02-23T16:08:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Former Dell/EMC site is to be redeveloped for 130 homesFormer Dell/EMC site is to be redeveloped for 130 homesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41795840.htmlOver 70 new homes planned for former Convent of Mercy site in Passage West2026-02-18T18:21:00+00:002026-02-18T18:21:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/New plans include 60 apartment units and 13 houses on the 1.27 ha siteNew plans include 60 apartment units and 13 houses on the 1.27 ha siteExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41795867.htmlPlans for new supermarket in Carrigtwohill appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála2026-02-18T13:35:00+00:002026-02-18T13:35:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lidl Ireland previously got the green light from the county council for a new store, along with a hair and beauty salon, a gym, treatment rooms, saunas and ice bathsLidl Ireland previously got the green light from the county council for a new store, along with a hair and beauty salon, a gym, treatment rooms, saunas and ice bathsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41792324.htmlIrish architects leaving a firm footprint on American streetscapes2026-02-15T10:45:00+00:002026-02-15T10:45:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Irish-based architects and construction firms continue to play an important role in the USA's building landscape. Rita de Brún reportsIrish-based architects and construction firms continue to play an important role in the USA's building landscape. Rita de Brún reportsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41792042.htmlWork to begin on 124 new homes at Barry's Field in Douglas after completion of €5m land deal2026-02-11T20:51:00+00:002026-02-11T20:51:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The scheme is expected to get underway in June on the last greenfield site in Douglas villageThe scheme is expected to get underway in June on the last greenfield site in Douglas villageExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41791526.htmlNewly approved plans for almost 250 Cork City homes appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála2026-02-11T18:33:00+00:002026-02-11T18:33:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The scale of Bridgewater’s Ardarostig programme is the largest residential development in the city’s western suburbs in several decadesThe scale of Bridgewater’s Ardarostig programme is the largest residential development in the city’s western suburbs in several decadesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41791253.htmlPlans lodged for KFC and Costa Coffee drive-thru restaurants on Cork's Kinsale Road2026-02-10T21:07:00+00:002026-02-10T21:07:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/One of a number of developments in the areaOne of a number of developments in the areaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41790965.htmlWork begins to secure Limerick's Cleeves site2026-02-10T13:32:00+00:002026-02-10T13:32:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Work starts on Limerick's €400m Cleeves Riverside Quarter regeneration project, preserving the historic Flaxmill to create a dynamic new urban hub.Work starts on Limerick's €400m Cleeves Riverside Quarter regeneration project, preserving the historic Flaxmill to create a dynamic new urban hub.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41790905.htmlCork Jehovah's Witnesses lodge plans for new place of worship amid growing congregation2026-02-10T12:19:00+00:002026-02-10T12:19:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Watchtower Bible & Tract Society of Ireland said a larger building was required to cater for a growing Jehovah's Witnesses congregationWatchtower Bible & Tract Society of Ireland said a larger building was required to cater for a growing Jehovah's Witnesses congregationExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41788139.htmlDeveloper seeks three-year extension for 34‑storey tower hotel on Cork’s Custom House Quay2026-02-05T13:10:00+00:002026-02-05T13:10:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The application seeking an extension of time to build a 140m, 240-bed tower hotel, plus 25 residential suites, on Custom House QuayThe application seeking an extension of time to build a 140m, 240-bed tower hotel, plus 25 residential suites, on Custom House QuayExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41788052.htmlCork developer Bridgewater to build 700 homes in €400m Waterfall Rd expansion2026-02-04T19:07:00+00:002026-02-04T19:07:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A third project has been granted planning permission for 246 homesA third project has been granted planning permission for 246 homesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41787713.htmlDeveloper behind €350m Cork Docklands project to remove commercial units for more apartments2026-02-04T12:11:00+00:002026-02-04T12:11:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Larchtown Limited, led by O'Callaghan Properties, said commercial units would be 'challenging to occupy' at the development's location on Kennedy QuayLarchtown Limited, led by O'Callaghan Properties, said commercial units would be 'challenging to occupy' at the development's location on Kennedy QuayExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41786447.htmlJames Dyson granted planning permission for helipad at €30m Waterford estate2026-02-02T09:41:00+00:002026-02-02T09:41:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Planning board limited helicopter use to 50 flights annually, despite concerns about wildlife, noise and scenic impactsPlanning board limited helicopter use to 50 flights annually, despite concerns about wildlife, noise and scenic impactsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41785565.htmlNew images show BAM's planned student apartment development on Cork's Sullivan's Quay2026-01-31T19:58:00+00:002026-01-31T19:58:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Planning application lodged on Friday, 20 years after Bam acquired the almost one-acre site from the Revenue Commissioners.Planning application lodged on Friday, 20 years after Bam acquired the almost one-acre site from the Revenue Commissioners.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41784137.htmlWork to begin on 779 new apartments on St Vincent's Hospital site2026-01-29T00:04:00+00:002026-01-29T00:04:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/LDA says in addition to the residential development, a 51-bed medical facility will be builtLDA says in addition to the residential development, a 51-bed medical facility will be builtExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41783834.htmlPlans for over 100 Cork City apartments appealed to planning commission by local residents2026-01-28T12:27:00+00:002026-01-28T12:27:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Green light from Cork City Council was appealed over density and social concerns Green light from Cork City Council was appealed over density and social concerns Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41783363.htmlPlans for almost 550 homes in Ballincollig face appeal over traffic and social concerns2026-01-28T08:20:00+00:002026-01-28T08:20:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Local residents have appealed plans for a major Cork development, citing traffic, school pressures, and social concerns for familiesLocal residents have appealed plans for a major Cork development, citing traffic, school pressures, and social concerns for familiesExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41779616.htmlFormer Midleton pub to be converted into three new homes2026-01-21T11:04:00+00:002026-01-21T11:04:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Plans were appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála following a split decision from the local councilPlans were appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála following a split decision from the local councilExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41779586.htmlAldi launch fresh bid for new Limerick store after planning approval quashed by High Court2026-01-21T10:32:00+00:002026-01-21T10:32:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Planning approval for a new Aldi store in Moyross was overruled by the High Court in October last yearPlanning approval for a new Aldi store in Moyross was overruled by the High Court in October last yearExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41776766.htmlCork City Council to acquire derelict property after 'no effort' by owner to redevelop 'neglected' site 2026-01-16T10:49:00+00:002026-01-16T10:49:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The dwelling on Lower Glanmire Road has been on the derelict property register since January 2022The dwelling on Lower Glanmire Road has been on the derelict property register since January 2022Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41776283.htmlNew Lidl store to open in Cork following positive bid from council 2026-01-15T14:41:00+00:002026-01-15T14:41:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Approved plans also include a new gym, beauty salon and dry cleaners Approved plans also include a new gym, beauty salon and dry cleaners Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41775863.htmlBAM to lodge plans with Cork City Council to build student accommodation on Sullivan's Quay2026-01-14T19:00:00+00:002026-01-14T19:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Planning had been in place for a 193-bed hotel Planning had been in place for a 193-bed hotel Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41771882.htmlIDA hands over 41-hectare Kilbarry site with potential for major Cork housing development2026-01-08T09:15:00+00:002026-01-08T09:15:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 41-hectare Kilbarry site has been rezoned for housing and could deliver a major new community by 2027The 41-hectare Kilbarry site has been rezoned for housing and could deliver a major new community by 2027Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41771300.htmlPlans granted for 30 new homes in Dennehy's Cross following appeal to planning commission2026-01-07T10:57:00+00:002026-01-07T10:57:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/An Coimisiún Pleanála approved the plans for 30 new apartments at the former Dennehy's Cross Garage despite deveral objectionsAn Coimisiún Pleanála approved the plans for 30 new apartments at the former Dennehy's Cross Garage despite deveral objectionsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41765549.htmlMarina Park shines, Bishop Lucey divides — has Cork finally cracked the public realm question?2026-01-04T10:57:00+00:002026-01-04T10:57:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Major investment has transformed parts of Cork’s public realm, but not every park or plaza is winning heartsMajor investment has transformed parts of Cork’s public realm, but not every park or plaza is winning heartsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41766560.htmlNew Trump Doonbeg ballroom to have 'no impact on protected snail'2025-12-28T15:26:00+00:002025-12-28T15:26:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The resort's planned ballroom that will have the capacity to accommodate 320 guestsThe resort's planned ballroom that will have the capacity to accommodate 320 guestsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41764973.htmlPlan for 144 apartments in Cork City given go-ahead despite local objections2025-12-23T12:52:00+00:002025-12-23T12:52:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Homes will be built on Ballyhooly Road, Laherdane, Whites CrossHomes will be built on Ballyhooly Road, Laherdane, Whites CrossExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41764418.htmlGreen light for almost 550 new homes in Ballincollig2025-12-22T17:33:00+00:002025-12-22T17:33:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cork City Council approved plans for 232 homes and 312 apartments at Greenfield in BallincolligCork City Council approved plans for 232 homes and 312 apartments at Greenfield in BallincolligExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41764391.htmlPlans for 170 homes at former Vita Cortex site approved following appeals to An Coimisiún Pleanála2025-12-22T10:59:00+00:002025-12-22T10:59:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The planning commission greenlit plans for the 1.2-hectare brownfield plot following several appeals by local residents The planning commission greenlit plans for the 1.2-hectare brownfield plot following several appeals by local residents Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41763779.htmlTo solve the housing crisis, let builders get on with the job, says developer Michael O'Flynn 2025-12-21T22:04:00+00:002025-12-21T22:04:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/More viable zoned land, planning reform, and accelerated delivery of infrastructure are all part of the solution to the crisisMore viable zoned land, planning reform, and accelerated delivery of infrastructure are all part of the solution to the crisisExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41761721.htmlGreen light for more than 70 Rochestown homes despite local objections 2025-12-18T00:05:00+00:002025-12-18T00:05:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/New homes will comprise 10 houses and 62 apartments at Monfieldstown and Mounthovel in RochestownNew homes will comprise 10 houses and 62 apartments at Monfieldstown and Mounthovel in RochestownExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41761223.htmlGreen light for Cork City's landmark Roches Stores building to be split into retail units 2025-12-16T18:20:00+00:002025-12-16T18:20:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/City Hall planners have approved plans to revive the former Roches Stores which is to be split into several new retail units City Hall planners have approved plans to revive the former Roches Stores which is to be split into several new retail units Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41758166.htmlBlarney Castle owners lodge plans for outdoor swimming pool on estate grounds 2025-12-11T10:24:00+00:002025-12-11T10:24:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Colthurst family has applied for permission to add a private outdoor pool and enclosure at Turret House on the Blarney Castle estateThe Colthurst family has applied for permission to add a private outdoor pool and enclosure at Turret House on the Blarney Castle estateExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41758130.htmlCork pub owner granted permission to keep extension despite elderly neighbour’s objections2025-12-11T09:11:00+00:002025-12-11T09:11:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/A long-running dispute ended after the planning commission approved the Joshua Tree Bar’s garden room extension with strict new conditionsA long-running dispute ended after the planning commission approved the Joshua Tree Bar’s garden room extension with strict new conditionsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/property/developmentconstruction/arid-41752854.htmlNeighbours appeal US billionaire's renovation plans of €4.75m Kinsale home2025-12-02T11:33:00+00:002025-12-02T11:33:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Local residents say the large-scale redevelopment at Sprayfield House threatens the rural character and visual landscape of the Sandycove areaLocal residents say the large-scale redevelopment at Sprayfield House threatens the rural character and visual landscape of the Sandycove areaExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/