{"id":267968,"date":"2026-01-28T08:04:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T08:04:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/267968\/"},"modified":"2026-01-28T08:04:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T08:04:07","slug":"plans-progressing-for-redevelopment-of-former-limerick-bank-of-ireland-building","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/267968\/","title":{"rendered":"Plans progressing for redevelopment of former Limerick Bank of Ireland building"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>AT THE January meeting of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.limerickleader.ie\/section\/309\/politics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Cappamore-Kilmallock Municipal District<\/a>, Councillor Carey raised a question regarding the future of the former Bank of Ireland building in Bruff, seeking clarity on any potential development plans for the long-vacant property.<\/p>\n<p>In response, Karen Burke, the Town Regeneration Officer, confirmed that the Council\u2019s Rural Development section has been actively working on a proposal to secure planning consent for the building.<\/p>\n<p>This process is nearing completion, with discussions and engagement ongoing with landowners immediately adjoining the site.<br \/>Councillor Carey and other elected members will receive a full briefing on the proposed plans in the coming weeks before the Council lodges a formal Part VIII proposal, which is the statutory process required for certain public development projects.<\/p>\n<p>Read More:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.limerickleader.ie\/news\/limerick-sport\/1996229\/decision-made-on-controversial-plans-for-padel-courts-in-limerick.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Decision made on controversial plans for padel courts in Limerick<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Once planning approval is secured, the Council intends to pursue all available funding opportunities to redevelop the property.<br \/>The aim is to ensure that the building, which has remained unused for several years, can be repurposed in a way that benefits the local community and contributes positively to Bruff\u2019s town centre.<\/p>\n<p>The redevelopment of the former Bank of Ireland building is part of a broader strategy by Limerick County Council to revitalise town centres across the county.<\/p>\n<p>Projects like this are designed to support local enterprise, improve the visual appeal of town streetscapes, and strengthen community engagement in town regeneration initiatives.<\/p>\n<p>Residents and local stakeholders can expect further updates as the Council finalises planning proposals and explores funding options for the redevelopment project.<\/p>\n<p>It is hoped the scheme will act as a catalyst for further investment and activity in the heart of the town.<\/p>\n<p>Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme<\/p>\n<p>ADVERTISEMENT &#8211; 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