Approval for 618 apartments despite Cadbury concerns
Dublin City Council has approved the construction of 618 apartments at the former Chivers factory site in Coolock. The decision proceeded despite formal objections from Mondelēz Europe, which expressed concerns regarding potential rodent migration and noise pollution affecting its nearby Cadbury chocolate plant.
Why it matters
This highlights the tension between urban housing development needs and the operational requirements of established industrial facilities.
Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for 618 apartments at the former Chivers factory at Coolock in Dublin, despite concerns expressed by the makers of Cadbury chocolate.
The report provides a factual account of a local planning dispute without favoring either party.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in