‘Mahon Point 2.0' promises more apartments, office and retail spaces and jobs
Named Mahon Point 2.0, it will bring 251 new apartments, in a range of household sizes, with access to open space, play areas, and recreational amenities.
Justin Young, centre director at Mahon Point Shopping Centre, said: 'For the last 20 years, Mahon Point Shopping Centre has been the heart and meeting place for Mahon's community and the wider region. We are excited to present a demand-led expansion that enhances Mahon for everyone and looks forward to the next 20 years.
'By placing homes, sustainable transport, and civic amenities at the core of this vision, we hope to create a new chapter in Cork's growth that reflects community values as much as economic ambition.'
The development, which will create 365 construction jobs, will also include a purpose-built crèche supporting 64 child spaces.
It will also feature a new market square and civic plaza to host the Mahon Point Farmers Market, public events and community activities
New retail space will feature with 3,000 sqm to be developed along with a new office block offering over 70,000 sq ft of workspace.
Transport will be central to the development with the construction of a multi-storey Car Park with 704 spaces, enhanced pedestrian and cycle infrastructure, segregation from vehicle traffic via an underpass, and future-proofed connectivity for light rail (Luas-style) and BusConnects services.
Peter O'Meara, director at real estate company Savills Ireland, said: 'Cork is emerging as an international centre of scale, with a projected population growth of 50-60pc by 2040. With strong demand across residential and retail sectors, this development answers the call for high-quality, integrated spaces that serve both current and future generations.'
Members of the public are invited to attend a Public Information Event on the proposed Mahon Point 2.0 development, taking place on Tuesday, July 8 from 4pm to 7pm in the Community Room at Mahon Point Shopping Centre. This event will give local residents, businesses and others the opportunity to learn more about the plans, meet the project team, and ask questions in an informal setting.
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