Further appeal made against Limerick student accommodation plans
AN APPEAL has been filed with An Bord Pleanála towards the multi-million euro student village which was due to bring over 200 bed spaces to Limerick.
One appeal, originally recorded with Limerick County Council from a member of the public has now also been received by An Bord Pleanála, to try and hinder the development due for the Old Dublin Road.
Primary concerns for the site included; denisty and size, location and height in relation to existing properties, provision for parking, applicant title description and a spacial note in relation to existing water mains supply.
Reasons for the appeal included; proposal not in fitting with surrounding neighbourhood, apartment blocks too high, potential structural impact on homes and water supply from construction activities, and an insufficient provision for parking.
A decision on the appeal is due to be decided by May 23, 2023.
The infill site was due to house the development of 26 new apartments which would have brought along 202 beds over three blocks, each rising up to five-storeys.
The applicants for development, Kearock Investments, have previously warned that even with other developments under way, Limerick is facing a deficit of 2,200 student bed spaces by the academic year 2024/2025.
Previously, Mr Kearney had told Limerick Live: “The scheme provides for much-needed purpose-built student accommodation in close proximity to the UL campus at Plassey.
“At present, there is a substantial deficit in the quantum of student accommodation available. Dedicated facilities like this one will serve to free up traditional housing for the private rented sector.”
In planning documents to the local authority, the developer stated that outside of the college academic year, the facility may be used for tourist accommodation, and those studying at summer schools in Limerick.