Limerick Set for Major Growth: Aparthotel Expansion & Retail Return
Limerick, Ireland – June 24, 2025 – A multi-million euro project is set to revitalize Limerick city centre with the expansion of a new aparthotel and the potential return of a major retail outlet to the former Debenhams site. Galway developer Michael McDonagh has received approval from Limerick City and County Council to significantly increase the scale of the development [[1]].
Key Highlights:
Aparthotel Expansion: The approved plans allow for up to 74 rooms, a considerable increase from the originally planned 60 bedrooms, facilitated by the addition of a new top floor [[1]].
Retail Revival: Negotiations are underway with a “major retail outlet” to fill the space left vacant by Debenhams’ closure in 2020 [[1]].The plans now include two retail units on the ground floor, up from the initial one.
Architectural Design: The new top floor will be set back approximately two metres from the existing building and utilize lightweight materials like glass and aluminium to create a modern contrast while respecting the historic character of the surrounding Georgian Quarter [[1]].
Construction Underway: Interior demolition and preparatory work are already in progress, indicating a swift move towards completion [[1]].Further Developments in Limerick:
This development comes alongside other notable initiatives in the region, including a major AI event focused on real-world applications in logistics and automation [[1]].
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Call to Action: Stay tuned to world-today-news.com for further updates on this exciting development and its impact on the Limerick economy.
