State Agency Deal Brings 1,000 New Homes to Cork's Kilbarry
State agencies agree deal to deliver 1,000 new homes at Kilbarry in north Cork City, with planning application targeted for 2027.
A major land transfer between two State agencies will pave the way for approximately 1,000 new homes in north Cork City, with a planning application expected in 2027.
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and IDA Ireland today announced agreement on the transfer of a 41-hectare site at Kilbarry, forming part of the North Blackpool-Kilbarry Expansion Area identified by Cork City Council as a key growth location for the city to 2040.
The greenfield site, historically earmarked for industrial use, was rezoned for residential development and public open space following a review as part of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028.
Located north of Kilbarry Enterprise Park and adjoining Delany Rovers GAA Club, the site sits less than 2km from Blackpool Village and Blackpool Shopping Centre.
The LDA has already appointed a design team and plans to undertake extensive public consultation before any planning application is submitted. Proposals will be informed by an emerging Framework Plan being prepared by Cork City Council.
Future residents will benefit from planned infrastructure projects including the Cork Northern Distributor Multi-Modal Route, which will traverse the site, and the proposed Blackpool-Kilbarry Rail Station off Dublin Hill.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin T.D. said:
"Delivering 1,000 new homes in Cork City is a significant step forward. It will provide families and individuals with the opportunity to live in modern, sustainable communities close to jobs, schools, and amenities."
Minister for Housing James Browne T.D. said:
"This is a hugely positive development and another example of the progress we are making on the delivery of housing throughout the country."
John Coleman, Chief Executive of the LDA said:
"We have secured a well-located 41-hectare site with the potential for 1,000 homes in an area that has been designated for growth and is set to benefit further from major infrastructure projects."
The Kilbarry development adds to the LDA's growing Cork portfolio, which includes 267 homes at the former St Kevin's Hospital in Shanakiel, 302 cost rental apartments at Horgan's Quay, 345 homes on former ESB lands in Wilton which recently received planning permission, and 147 new homes at Anglesea Terrace where a planning application has been lodged.