C.1.78 Hectares High-Profile Strategic Landholding, At Junction 18, M1 Dundalk Eastern Bypass, Co. Louth

FOLIO LH6707 | FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY REA Gunne Property are pleased to offer for sale this strategically located landholding extending to approximately 1.78 hectares (4.40 acres). The lands occupy a prominent gateway position with extensive frontage to the Dundalk Eastern Bypass. They immediately adjoin an established roundabout within close proximity of Junction 18 of the M1 Motorway. This exceptional location provides excellent connectivity to Dundalk, Greenore Port, and the wider Dublin-Belfast economic corridor. KEY FEATURES * Approximately 1.78 hectares (4.40 acres) * Extensive frontage to the Dundalk Eastern Bypass * Immediately adjoining an established roundabout * Close proximity to Junction 18 of the M1 Motorway * Timely opportunity ahead of the Louth County Development Plan 2027-2033 * Excellent connectivity to Dundalk, Greenore Port, Dublin, and Belfast * Zoned "L1 Strategic Reserve" * Located within an area positioned for significant long-term growth * Close to established and emerging employment lands * Near the Red Cow lands recently sold through REA Gunne Property * Close to the proposed Armagh Road-Red Cow transport corridor LOCATION The property occupies a high-profile position adjoining a roundabout on the Dundalk Eastern Bypass, Co. Louth within close proximity of Junction 18 of the M1 Motorway. The M1 provides direct access north toward Newry and Belfast and south toward Dublin. The Eastern Bypass also provides convenient access to Dundalk and Greenore Port. The combination of extensive road frontage, roundabout access and motorway proximity establishes the property as a particularly well-positioned strategic landholding. DESCRIPTION The property comprises an regularly shaped parcel of land extending to approximately 1.78 hectares (4.40 acres). The lands are identified on the accompanying aerial photographs and folio map. They benefit from substantial road frontage and occupy a prominent position immediately adjoining the roundabout. WIDER AREA AND PLANNED INFRASTRUCTURE The lands are situated within an area positioned for substantial long-term growth, supported by established employment activity, emerging land-use policy and planned strategic infrastructure. Louth County Council is progressing the proposed R177 Armagh Road-R215 Red Cow Transport Corridor Link. This proposed corridor would connect the Armagh Road with the Red Cow area and Junction 18 of the M1. The Council has appointed consultants to advance the scheme toward the planning stage. The stated purpose of the proposed corridor is to support Dundalk's anticipated growth, improve access to lands identified for future commercial and residential development and facilitate development on both sides of the proposed route. The road remains subject to route selection, design development, statutory planning procedures, funding, and all necessary approvals. PLANNING AND ZONING The lands are currently zoned "L1 Strategic Reserve" under the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027. The objective of this zoning is: To provide a land reserve for the orderly expansion of the settlement into the future. FORTHCOMING DEVELOPMENT PLAN OPPORTUNITY Louth County Council has commenced preparation of the new Louth County Development Plan 2027-2033. The Council has confirmed that proposals relating to the zoning of individual landholdings will be considered during the Draft Plan stage of the statutory process. The timing of the sale provides an incoming purchaser with an opportunity to appoint the appropriate professional advisers, assess the future potential of the lands and prepare a site-specific submission for consideration during the forthcoming Draft Plan consultation. The property's existing L1 Strategic Reserve designation, Junction 18 location, and proximity to the proposed Armagh Road - Red Cow transport corridor provide a strong medium-term strategic context.