Plans for Kilkenny city’s Abbey Quarter are progressing.
County Council officials have this week signed the construction contract for the new Urban Street & Park on the grounds of the former brewery site.
David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd was awarded the contract, with Fountainworks Ltd handling a specialist water feature through a novated contract.
The proposed thoroughfare will link Bateman Quay and St Canice’s Place in a one-way system and is expected to be completed by late 2026.
KCLR News’ Anna Lynch has been hearing about the update from local luthority Cathaoirleach Cllr Michael McCarthy;
Regarding the contract signing James Browne, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage remarked; “The Government’s Urban Regeneration and Development Fund has been a real game-changer for our towns and cities. The Abbey Quarter in Kilkenny celebrates where medieval meets modern and today’s €12.3 million will help breathe new life into Kilkenny city. This is another good example of my Department’s €2 billion URDF fund in action. With over 400 projects now underway, this funding is actively transforming our towns and cities and will enhance our urban spaces for generations to come.”
While David Walsh of David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd and William Kenny of Fountainworks Ltd issued the following statement; “We are delighted to have the opportunity to deliver this key piece of infrastructure in the Abbey Quarter and looking forward to working with all concerned on its successful delivery.”
