Plans move forward for former Crown site in Mervue

Galway Bay fm newsroom - Plans are moving forward for the development of a prominent site in the city.

Crown Square Developments Limited is seeking 10-year planning permission for a mixed-use development at the former Crown Equipment site at the junction of Monivea Road and Joyce's Road, Mervue.

Phase 1 of the development would include 5 blocks of commercial offices, which range in height from 3 to 6 stories over ground floor level.

It would also include a 175-bedroom hotel with conferencing facilities - 5 stories high over ground floor level.

There would also be a public realm with pedestrian and cyclist linkages.

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