A decision on whether there will be an oral hearing into the North Quays Strategic Development Zone in Waterford will be made in the next few weeks.
An Bord Pleanala is dealing with two valid objections and is currently preparing the file for the inspector.
The 18 week process was undertaken following the two objections, one of which requested an oral hearing which the board is now considering.
A Compulsory Purchare Order for over 40 acres of land in the Ferrybank area was issued last summer to facilitate the redevolpment of the quays.
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CEO Michael Walsh says the draft contracts for the project have been signed while the local authority awaits approval from An Bord Pleanála.
