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Youghal residents from South Cross Lane, Porters Lane and Mary Street have formed a group to object to the scale and suitability of a proposed Cork County Council housing development on Porters Lane.
They say they are not against housing or development, but believe this particular site is unsuitable because of:
- the narrow lanes and poor access
- existing parking problems
- the historic cobblestones in the area
- possible impact on old walls and foundations
- loss of one of the few green spaces in that part of town
- the height and scale of the proposed building
- disruption to a quiet residential area
Residents argue that public money would be better spent restoring vacant and derelict buildings on streets such as South Main Street, North Main Street and Friar Street, where people would be close to schools, buses, shops and services.
They would like the Porters Lane site to be reconsidered as a community garden, allotment space or biodiversity area instead.
Several residents said the proposal has caused stress and sleepless nights. They are asking Cork County Council to revisit the plans, come to the area in person, and properly listen to local concerns.
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