Permission granted for major expansion of bus station in Waterford city
A number of changes will be made to Waterford Bus Station on Merchants Quay
Planning permission has been granted for a major expansion of the bus station in Waterford city.
The development will see a number of changes made to Waterford Bus Station on Merchants Quay.
The plans include the construction of a single-storey extension to the rear of the existing bus terminus.
Two canopies are set to be demolished to make way for this extension, as well as the construction of five new bus shelters.
The internal layout of the building will be reconfigured in order to improve accessibility and functionality. The existing bus bays will also be reconfigured.
As well as that, there are plans for the construction of an outdoor storage area for goods and refuse and for a guide dog relief area with associated landscaping.
The drop-off area will also be reconfigured to improve accessibility to the bus station.
In addition, a number of associated site and development works will be carried out to facilitate the proposed development.
The planning application was submitted by Bus Éireann on October 6, 2025.
Waterford City and County Council granted permission for the development on June 19, with nine conditions attached.