Plans for the proposed change of use and refurbishment of buildings at Ebrington Square in L'Derry have been given the green light.

Extensive work has already been completed in the development of the significant site, and the decision is the next step in the plans to transform the existing buildings to offer top class facilities attracting business and investment to the Waterside area.

At the monthly meeting of Council's Planning Commitee held virtually it was recommended that Members approve plans for the change of use, refurbishment, remodelling and extension of the existing guard house building at No 10 Ebrington Square, with minor elevational works to Building 10A.

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The works will provide new office accommodation incorporating meeting rooms and other associated facilities at Number 10. The building is a Grade 2 listed building, located along the southern side of Ebrington Square. The committee was told that the development would bring extra footfall to the Ebrington site and assist in promoting the vitality and sustainability of this important area of shared space.

Members welcomed the proposal and also approved plans for the change of use of the buildings 85 and 85A on the site. The former Officer's Mess will undergo internal alterations with the addition of a lift shaft and a flat roof extension, transforming the building into a modern office space, adding to the site's growing portfolio of modern business facilities.

Chair of the Planning Committee, Councillor Christopher Jackson, said: "This is just the latest step in the complete transformation of the site at Ebrington Square and the journey towards achieving its potential as a hugely important business and cultural hub for the city. The site is unique in bringing together both Derry's past and future stories."