Planning approval has been granted for the opening of a trendy new wine bar in a vacant premises in Salthill.
The City Council has given the green light for the owners of O’Connors Famous Pub in Salthill to convert the former off-licence on Upper Salthill Road.
The business is located on the ground floor of the building, with apartments on the upper floors.
Planning permission was granted by the city council with five conditions attached, one of which stipulated that the flat roof at the rear of the premises may not be used as a terrace/seating area.
The operator must also insulate the premises against sound transmission to prevent annoyance to nearby occupants.
The premises, which will be connected to O’Connor’s for staff usage, has been vacant for approximately two years.
“There is a call for a high end wine bar in the Salthill area,” a cover letter for the plans states, adding that there is a need for more vibrancy in the area.
“It is proposed to have a high end internal finish and to provide a very attractive front elevation. The signage will be in keeping with the shopfront and signage guidelines.”
