Re: Re: Developments in Cork

Generally, I’m not in favour of apartment development in mature suburbs. When places like Bishopstown, Douglas, Blackrock etc. are sought after addresses, I feel that it removes impetus from developing high density schemes in the Docklands, the City Centre and along the rail corridors out of the city. Also, when existing apartments have been built and population levels increased without a corresponding improvement in public transport, road access and other infrastructure, it’s not that surprising that people are opposed to it.

That said I have some reservations about the motives of CSD. They have a vision of the suburbs that is more sub-rural than suburban.