(by editorial board, Irish Examiner, 31 May, 2022)
The Freemasons plan to open their historic Cork City centre building to the public more often after being cleared to build an extension on a section of a city park to facilitate improved access.
David J Butler, the society’s provincial librarian and archivist in Munster, confirmed the plan following Monday’s vote by city councillors to approve a material contravention of the city development plan to facilitate the construction of a four-storey extension to the rear of the Tuckey St building, on a portion of Bishop Lucey Park, to accommodate a staircase and lift that will improve fire safety and universal access.
Seven councillors voted against the proposal, citing concerns about the loss of public open space.
But Mr Butler said…
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Seven councillors voted against the proposal, citing concerns about the loss of public open space.
But Mr Butler said…
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