Redevelopment of Dan Ryan’s site causes uproar
The plans to redevelop the former site of John Moloney’s Honda dealers and Chawkes Esso service station (marked on the map in dark blue) has caused uproar amongs local residents.
Planning permission has been submitted to Limerick City council to demolish both the car dealership and filling station, and to build a 4000 square metre development containing five retail units, betting office, restaurant with take-away facilities, office and a three-storey basement car-park with capacity for 460 cars.
The residents, who are living on Edward Street, claim that with people coming and going to the take-away, the area will become attractive for those wishing to partake in anti-social behaviour. They also believe that they will suffer a reduction in natural light as a result of the development.
The residents have also received the support of Defence Minister, Willie O’Dea.
“The location of a take-away and outdoor seating within yards of a residential area is a recipe for anti-social behaviour and 460 car spaces will add hugely to the chaotic situation that is an everyday occourance at Punches Cross. On top of this, will be the continual flow of delivery vehicles at all hours of the day and night to a service yard located directly opposite to residential homes.” the minister told the Limerick Post newspaper.
When the traffic at Punches cross wasn’t so bad
The minister also claimed that the area is already well serviced in the retail area as it is close to Lidl, Greenpark Shopping Centre and the Crescent Shopping centre and doesn’t need the retail units.