I work in the area and there is definitely a need for some regeneration projects for the locality. This planning application gives rise to debate about 2 issues, the need for regeneration projects in the area and the appropriateness of high rise in this city.
Much has been said about whether this is the right place for a high rise cluster, perhaps the docklands would be more appropriate.
As regards, the Liberties / Thomas Street area. NCAD have decided to stay, after thoughts of leaving for the suburbs, which is a great boost but the area needs more. How about a new city library to replace the ILAC? Or mediatheque along the lines of Koolhaus’s Seattle Library as a flagship? Dublin’s first ever public library was in Thomas Street so would be appropriate and bring real benefits to the area.