The north coast community is reflecting on the loss of an iconic corner in Portrush following the demolition of a number of derelict buildings.
Once home to popular local businesses, the Main street site has now been cleared for new development, prompting a mix of fond memories and concerns over the future of the town’s historic charm.
Plans for the site, submitted by Stephen Culbertson and designed by 2020 Architects, were approved in April 2020 and include the ‘demolition of a residential unit and existing vacant retail unit to be replaced by the erection of a new shop unit and two residential apartments’.
The new development will feature a ground-floor retail unit, as well as two residential apartments – one of which will span the lower and ground floors, while the second will occupy the first and second floors.
Although the buildings had been in a state of disrepair for years and were considered an ‘eyesore’, the start of construction has led locals to reflect on the once-bustling site. The corner was formerly home to popular establishments like Forte’s Ice Cream Parlour and Cafe, Lundy’s Fruit Shop, T Shirt World, and Aunt Sally’s Diner.
Many local residents and visitors shared their fond memories on the popular Portmagic Facebook site, with nearly 230 comments.
Once home to popular local businesses, the Main street site has now been cleared for new development, prompting a mix of fond memories and concerns over the future of the town’s historic charm.
Plans for the site, submitted by Stephen Culbertson and designed by 2020 Architects, were approved in April 2020 and include the ‘demolition of a residential unit and existing vacant retail unit to be replaced by the erection of a new shop unit and two residential apartments’.
The new development will feature a ground-floor retail unit, as well as two residential apartments – one of which will span the lower and ground floors, while the second will occupy the first and second floors.
Although the buildings had been in a state of disrepair for years and were considered an ‘eyesore’, the start of construction has led locals to reflect on the once-bustling site. The corner was formerly home to popular establishments like Forte’s Ice Cream Parlour and Cafe, Lundy’s Fruit Shop, T Shirt World, and Aunt Sally’s Diner.
Many local residents and visitors shared their fond memories on the popular Portmagic Facebook site, with nearly 230 comments.
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