Urban Density, Building Height and Tall Building Strategy

Optimising the density of any development and ensuring that the best use of land is made are core responsibilities of the planning system and in achieving a more compact form of urban development in Cork City that promotes resource efficiency. The density strategy is based on the suitability of sites within Cork City to accommodate increased densities. The strategy reflects national planning guidance, a bespoke analysis of Cork City and international best practice in relation to policy and models of development. The Urban Density and Building Heights strategies are set out in Chapters 3 and 11 of the Development Plan 2022-2028.

This data layer is provided for informational purposes only. It may be updated, corrected, or replaced in the future; users are advised that this layer was last uploaded to this site on 18 May 2026 and reflects updates found in Variation #2. For current, authoritative information on land use zoning, please visit: https://www.corkcity.ie/en/cork-city-development-plan/