Summary:
- Groody Developments Ltd has received conditional planning approval for a 1,400-bed student accommodation complex near the University of Limerick, comprising 196 apartments across five blocks ranging from five to eight storeys.
- The development includes student-focused amenities such as a library, student union, gym, canteens, and retail space, with access planned via Dublin Road for pedestrians and Groody Road for vehicles.
- The project is subject to 23 conditions, including over €1.4 million in contributions toward local infrastructure, and permits temporary letting outside academic terms but restricts permanent residency without further approval; construction is scheduled to start in 2026.
Original article:
https://www.ilovelimerick.ie/student-accommodation-complex-limerick/
