Galway Bay fm newsroom - There are plans for a major mixed-use development on the east side of the city.
Evolution Asset Holdings Limited has applied for planning permission for the development ranging in height from 3-storey to 7 storey in Doughiska.
The major development will include 130 apartments with a lounge, foyer and meeting rooms with tennis courts at roof level at the Doughiska Road.
There would also be an office block with a café/restaurant and a 122 bedroom hotel with 12 hotel apartment suites with a swimming pool and gym.
Also included would be a creche and a six-storey car park with basketball and handball courts and a further 232 surface car parking spots.
In a second application for the same area in Doughiska, Evolution Asset Holdings Limited is seeking permission for a mixed-use 3 to 4 storey commercial and residential development. (18/26)
This element would include a restaurant/bar and function and meeting rooms with retail units, apartments and parking at the junction of Doughiska Road and Sraith Fhada.
A decision is expected from city planners next month.