Planning and Development

A Chief Executive’s Two-Year Progress Report on the implementation of the County Development Plan has now been published and is available to view.

Cork County Council appreciates the High Courts decisive action in response to complaints about an unauthorised development in East Cork, as the newly established Planning and Environment Court orders the developer to deconstruct the unauthorised structures and reinstate the land within 100 days, reinforcing the court’s commitment to addressing such matters promptly

Cork County Council is delighted to announce that it has been honoured with the prestigious Public Space Planning Award 2023 at the KPMG Property Industry Excellence Awards 2023 for its Cobh Town Centre Urban Design Plan. The Council’s exemplary work in the heart of the town Centre has been recognised for its innovative, people-centered design that prioritises accessibility, inclusiveness, and overall well-being. 

Please be advised that the Norton House Office will experience a power outage to facilitate works carried out by the ESB on November 1st. The office will be closed to the public on this date and normal service will resume on the 2nd of November.

Cork County Council apologises for any inconvenience caused.

Proposed project consisting of the 10 years extension of the operation of the Doel 4 and Tihange 3 nuclear reactors, including related nuclear safety-related improvement works.

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage has issued a Direction, under Regulation 29 of the European Communities (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 477 of 2011), in relation to the activities listed below within the Beara Peninsula Special Protection Area (SPA) 4155.

Housing, Climate Change and Roads all identified for significant investment