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Jansu decision deferred again
03.08.07
A DECISION on the
planning application to redevelop the former Fruit
of the Loom site at Buncrana's Shore Front was
deferred yesterday for the seventh time.
It is understood however, that An Bord Pleanala
could make their ruling known before close of
business today. |
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The planning appeals
body is deliberating on Jansu Ltd's proposal to
convert the former seaside factory into a
multi-million euro complex comprising luxury
apartments, retail units, offices and a car park.
The application, which went before the appeals board
last November, sparked |
controversy after
strong opposition from the Shore Front Residents'
Association.
The residents' objections centre chiefly on concerns
about the scale of the proposal and fears the area
won't be able to cope with the increased traffic
volumes.
A majority vote by Buncrana Town Council, initially
rejected an application to rezone the area in the
town plan from industrial to commercial. However,
the necessary rezoning for the Jansu development to
go ahead has since taken place. |
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