The National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2025 - Embracing Ireland’s Outdoors

A representative team from CSR were delighted to attend the National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2025 in Limerick. A well-run and inspiring event, it brought together voices from across the sector to share ideas and best practices for sustainable outdoor recreation. We’re proud to support this growing movement through our work in landscape design, planning, and green infrastructure.

Planning Approval Secured for Murrough Waterfront Park Enhancement

Planning approval marks a major step in reimagining this coastal gem. Led by CSR, the masterplan blends ecology, accessibility and community use including cantilevered lookouts and a sensory garden, whilst retaining existing facilities that locals love such as the playground and skatepark.

Exciting news for Cork’s Douglas Street

Public consultation is now open for the major regeneration of Douglas Street and Mary Street, a transformative project focused on high-quality streetscapes and climate-resilient public spaces. As part of the multidisciplinary team with Atkins and John McLaughlin Architects, we contributed expertise in public realm design, biodiversity enhancement, and sustainable drainage (SuDS), all supporting placemaking, community wellbeing and environmental sustainability.

Planning Approved for Zipit Adventure Course at Rossmore Forest Park

CSR is pleased to announce that planning approval has been granted for a new adventure activity course by Zipit Forest Adventures Ltd at Rossmore Forest Park, Co. Monaghan. As planning consultants on this project, and others for Zipit, we are proud to support this exciting development that promises to bring unique outdoor experiences to the area. The development includes zip lines, net courses, tubing and other outdoor activities, designed to complement the natural landscape of Ireland’s most visited forest park. This project highlights CSR’s commitment to enhancing outdoor recreation and supporting community-focused developments across Ireland.

Conor Healy Promoted to Associate Director at CSR Cork Office

Cunnane Stratton Reynolds is delighted to announce the promotion of Conor Healy to Associate Director in our Cork office. Since joining in August 2023, Conor has contributed significantly to a wide range of projects across the residential, commercial, educational, retail and sporting sectors. With over a decade of experience in Ireland and the UK, he brings strong strategic planning skills and a proven track record in securing planning consent. In his new role, Conor will continue to support the growth of our planning services, bringing fresh ideas and a commitment to excellence to projects throughout the country.

Luas Cork now Open for Public Consultation

The proposed Luas Cork, a light rail line from Ballincollig to Mahon Point connecting key locations across the city, is now open for public consultation. If you wish to make a submission, the CSR Planning consultancy are available to advise and assist. Submissions accepted until Monday, 9th June at 5.30pm.

Planning Application Submitted for Murrough Waterfront Park Transformation

Wicklow County Council has submitted a planning application for the enhancement of Murrough Waterfront Park, with Cunnane Stratton Reynolds leading the design and preparing the Part 8 planning application. The masterplan prioritises sustainability, ecological preservation, improved access, and enhanced recreational spaces. Proposed upgrades include an event space, a bicycle pump track, viewing platforms, a sensory garden, and improved park facilities. The project, developed in collaboration with Roughan & O’Donovan Consulting Engineers, aims to create a vibrant, inclusive, and environmentally sensitive public space.

Greenore Port Granted Planning Permission for Offshore Wind Farm Servicing Facility

CSR is delighted to announce the approval of a 10-year planning permission for a €25 million Operations & Maintenance Facility (OMF) at Greenore Port, Co. Louth, which will support offshore wind farms in the Irish Sea and beyond. The project includes a 7,500 sq. metre warehouse/office complex, parking for 140 vehicles, and other facilities, with CSR providing landscape design and visual impact assessments to integrate the development into its sensitive coastal and architectural surroundings.

Celebrating Success at the Irish Landscape Institute Awards 2024

CSR is proud to have won three awards and earned two commendations at the Irish Landscape Institute Awards 2024, with projects such as Church of Oak Distillery, Esker Lawn Cemetery and Greystones Marina Village receiving wins. We congratulate our contemporaries on their achievements, showcasing exceptional talent across the industry.

Official Opening of Clontarf to City Centre Active Travel Project

The Clontarf to City Centre (C2CC) Active Travel Project was launched on 28th November 2024. CSR provided landscape design support to Roughan & O’Donovan and Dublin City Council for this 2.7km active travel corridor. The event featured Lord Mayor Naoise O’Muirí, Ministers Eamonn Ryan and Paschal Donohoe, and NTA CEO Anne Graham.

Elanora Court wins Contractor Residential Project of the Year 2024 at the Construction Industry Awards 2024

Elanora Court wins Contractor Residential Project of the Year 2024 for Jackie Greene Construction and Respond at the Construction Industry Awards 2024

Thank You to our Clients, Project Partners and Colleagues for Celebrating our New Dublin Offices with Us

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our opening reception! It was a wonderful evening celebrating with our clients, project partners, colleagues, and especially our original retired partners, whose vision and dedication planted the roots from which we continue to grow. We’re excited for what lies ahead and grateful to have such incredible support as we move forward together.

Cornamona Court Wins Prestigious RIAI Award for Living - Housing/Public

Tina Varela joins Cunnane Stratton Reynolds as Associate Director

Government marks the completion of Phase 2 of the Ulster Canal Restoration

Joe Cunnane RIP

New Ross Town Centre First Plan

CSR delighted to be appointed to lead the New Ross Town Centre First Plan, with our Urban Design Team led by Thorsten Peters, Howley Hayes Cooney Architecture on conservation and heritage, Tobins Consulting Engineers on traffic , Optimise Economic Consultants and A Playful City managing public engagement.

Minister Norma Foley Launches Stewarts School in Lucan

Gorey District Park and Bishopstown Park Play Area

An Bord Pleanála - Brocklesby Street - Planning permission