Conditional planning permission has been granted for a large mixed‑use development on Richard A. Walsh Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

The proposal, submitted by applicant Shane Houlihan, outlines plans to transform part of the former Glanbia site into a modern retail and residential hub.

Two New Buildings Planned for the Town Centre

The development includes the construction of two, two‑storey buildings, designed to deliver a blend of retail, residential, and community‑focused amenities.

Building 1: Anchor Retail Store, Café and Apartments

Building 1 will feature:

  • A 1–2 storey anchor convenience and comparison retail store
  • Approximately 2,215 sq.m of net retail sales area
  • Approximately 1,540 sq.m of back‑of‑house, storage, and office administration space
  • A 142 sq.m café
  • Two entrance lobbies totalling 113 sq.m

The first floor will include:

  • Three 2‑bedroom apartments (each approximately 81 sq.m)
  • One 3‑bedroom apartment (approximately 125 sq.m)
  • A management suite (approximately 81 sq.m)

The total gross floor area of Building 1 is projected at 4,737 sq.m.

Building 2: Two Retail Units

Building 2 will consist of a two‑storey retail building divided into two units:

  • Unit 1:
    • Approximately 1,539 sq.m net comparison retail sales area
    • Approximately 813 sq.m of back‑of‑house and administration space
  • Unit 2:
    • Approximately 596 sq.m net comparison retail sales area
    • Approximately 329.8 sq.m of back‑of‑house and administration space

The total gross floor area of Building 2 will be 3,468 sq.m.

Parking, Access and Site Infrastructure

The development includes:

  • A surface car park with 154 spaces
  • New bicycle parking facilities
  • A redesigned vehicular entrance replacing the existing access from Richard A. Walsh Street
  • An ESB substation and switch room
  • Roof‑mounted solar PV panels
  • New signage, including a totem sign
  • Landscaping, boundary treatments, and full site‑service provisions

Strategic Location for Dungarvan’s Growth

Located on a key town‑centre site, the project aims to revitalise a long‑underused area while supporting local retail expansion and providing new residential units.

If approved, the development would represent one of the most substantial commercial investments in Dungarvan in recent years.

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