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Major 170-Unit Residential Scheme Approved at Long-Vacant Vita Cortex Site January, 2026

Planning permission has been granted by An Coimisiún Pleanála, following a third-party appeal, for a large-scale residential development (LRD) on the site of the former Vita Cortex Plant, located between Kinsale Road and Pearse Road in Cork City. The long-inactive brownfield site is now the focus of a major regeneration effort aiming to deliver new homes and community-focused amenities.

Computer-generated imagery of the proposed development in Kinsale Road, Cork
Over 350 Homes Approved in Ratoath, Co. Meath January, 2026

An Coimisiún Pleanála has upheld planning permission for a new Large-Scale Residential Development (LRD) on lands at the southern edge of Ratoath, Co. Meath, following a 3rd party appeal.

The approved development is located within the townlands of Commons and Jamestown and extends across a site of approximately 12.58 hectares. The scheme will deliver 364 residential units, alongside a commercial building accommodating a crèche, which will benefit future residents.

Proposed verified view montage of the approved development in Ratoath produced for visual impact assessment
Glover Court Redevelopment Approved in Dublin City Centre January, 2026

Dublin City Council has approved the redevelopment of Glover Court on York Street, Dublin city centre, under a Part 8 planning process. The approved scheme plays an important role in the regeneration of the area and will deliver new, high-quality social housing through a combination of deep retrofit and sensitive new-build interventions.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the approved residential development in Dublin
Major 14,650 sq.m Office Development Approved in Galway Business Park January, 2026

Note: 3D Design Bureau is NOT an agent for the sale or letting of any properties within this development. Following an appeal, An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved planning permission for […]

Architectural computer generated imagery of the approved office development in Galway
Plans granted for Evara’s new 877-unit residential development in Adamstown December, 2025

South Dublin County Council has granted planning permission with conditions for Phase 2 of Evara’s Adamstown Boulevard Development. Located within the Adamstown Strategic Development Zone in the townlands of Gollierstown and Finnstown, the approved scheme will deliver 877 residential homes across a range of unit types.

Architectural computer generated imagery of the approved development Adamstown Boulevard in Dublin
Forest Road: Plans Granted for over 100 Residential Units in Swords December, 2025

Fingal County Council has granted planning permission for a new Large-scale Residential Development (LRD) on lands at Forest Road in Swords, north Dublin. The proposed scheme will deliver a total of 109 residential units across a range of house types.

Computer generated imagery of the granted development in Dublin
Planning application guide: Design, pre-planning, and public consultation

The planning process for property developments in Ireland can be complex and time-consuming, involving multiple stakeholders and regulatory requirements. Engaging early with local authorities, through a pre-planning meeting, and potentially the local community through a public consultation, can be crucial to navigating this process successfully.

Planning application guide: Design, pre-planning, and public consultation
Planning application guide: The importance of feasibility studies

Property planning varies from country to country and depending on the efficiencies of the application process it can greatly affect the design, construction, and delivery of new developments in urban and suburban areas.

Early design daylight and sunlight assessment
How trees are treated in daylight and sunlight assessments

BRE 209 provides specific guidance on how trees and hedges should be considered within daylight and sunlight assessments. Depending on the metrics being assessed for impact assessment or scheme performance, evergreen and deciduous trees need to be included in different states within the analytical 3D model.

Computer generated imagery for daylight and sunlight assessment
Navigation Square: ‘Behind The Scenes’ Production of Hybrid Off-Plan 360 Virtual Tour for the Largest Office in Cork!

For 3DDB, the Navigation Square Office project was a combination of creative flair and ability, careful planning with a seasoning of thinking outside the box! The final product needed to grab the attention and interest of potential tenants right away and to provide a clear overview of the impressive floor area of this office scheme.

model to computer generated imagery of Navigation Square office development in Cork
O’Connell Bridge House: Unraveling its Fascinating History

One of the most controversial buildings in Dublin, O’Connell Bridge House, aka. the “Heineken Building”, has a rich history dating back to the 1960s. Read more!

O'Connell Bridge House - Photo of O’Connell Bridge House, in Dublin – Material from Brightside Media
How to Conduct a Successful Daylight & Sunlight Assessment

There are various stages involved in the production of a comprehensive daylight and sunlight assessment. From building the detailed analytical 3D model to writing the final report, a huge amount of work and understanding of data takes place during the course of a project.

Computer generated imagery for daylight and sunlight assessment

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