[ Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028, Section 15(2) Two-Year Progress Report ]
Figure 71: Living City Initiative: Statistics 1 Aug 2022 to 31 March 2024
Living City Initiative: Statistics 1 Aug 2022 to 31 March 2024 Total No. LCI applications received 01/08/22 to 31/3/24: • No. approved and granted 1st Stage Certification:
No.
22
13
• No. Further Information requested: • No. applications not proceeding:
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Total No. of applications granted 2nd Stage Certification:
15
Total cost of certified refurbishment:
€1.6 million
Total No. LCI applications received 01/04/24 to 31/6/24: Overall no. of applications received since scheme commencement: Overall cost of certified refurbishment since scheme commencement:
3
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€8.5 million
[OBJECTIVE 10.8] CITY CENTRE TOURISM
Cork City Council has progressed tourism projects in city centre locations like Elizabeth Fort and Shandon. Over the period 2022-24 Cork City Council undertook considerable work at Elizabeth Fort – including the sensitive development of the outdoor space as an outdoor venue designed to host a variety of cultural events along with public realm and wooden walkway upgrades resulting in a much- improved visitor attraction. Works have included the following: • A timber framed outdoor stage was installed with a removable waterproof covering to accommodate year-round performances. • The existing tarmacked/concrete parade ground was replaced with a self-compacting fine golden gravel with incorporated recessed Kilkenny Limestone setts. • Timber retrofit seating was installed to the perimeter of the main public space. • An alternative escape route was installed to the Fort’s rear via an existing bricked-up exit to provide for larger audience capacities. • Electrical infrastructure upgrades to accommodate flexible events. • A new planting scheme was installed. • Repairs to timber walk and platform including replacement of all decking boards and replacement/repairs to timber support beams. Cork City Council has also worked with local businesses and street artists to enhance the image and usability of public space along Pope’s Quay including the bridge and electric boxes in the area. Funding is now being sought to commission additional artistic works to add to the historical theme of the space, as well as the addition of infrastructure to enhance both the visual aesthetic, usability, and commercial potential of the area. Work is advanced on the installation of a new city wayfinding scheme. New signage and mapping in key locations will highlight the compact nature and walkability of the city, encouraging visitors to develop itineraries, explore what the city has to offer and increase dwell time.
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