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There have been calls for the development of Ireland’s tallest skyscraper in Cork to be scrapped.<\/p>\nThere have been calls for the development of Ireland’s tallest skyscraper in Cork to be scrapped.<\/p>\n
Those opposing the planned 40-storey building say it will destroy the heritage of the Port of Cork.<\/p>\n
The site was purchased last year by developers, who plan to put a hotel and office space on the grounds.<\/p>\n
Green Party’s Cork North Central representative Oliver Moran, says the area is of significant historic value.<\/p>\n
“This was very highly valued land from an amenity point of view that was in State ownership. It was owned by the Port of Cork,” he said.<\/p>\n
He believes the land was sold for “a song”.<\/p>\n
“It was \u20ac5m when it was sold off when it represents much more to the people of Cork,” he said.<\/p>\n
Moran’s calls come in the wake of a public petition opposing the construction set up by Cobh-based artist John Adams.<\/p>\n
The petition has garnered over 1,200 signatures and will be presented to Lord Mayor Tony Fitzgerald in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n