Developers are being sought for a 15-acre opportunity in
Newry & Mourne district council this week launched its search for a partner to transform the brownfield
It said that, given the location of the site, it envisaged uses including offices, restaurants and ancillary retailing with public realm, civic and community use, recreation, leisure and tourism and an “appropriate” number of homes, 40 of which must be affordable.
Newry has ruled out any large-scale retail development at the site.
The local authority said that it was “seeking a flagship development, which will unlock the catalytic potential of the
The land, which is wholly owned by the council, is a designated opportunity site and acts as a connection between
Interested parties have until 1 September to submit proposals.
