It's to help roll out key transport infrastructure
Anne Graham was speaking at an event in the city where she outlined that planning for Cork's new light rail system is to begin next month.
The Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy sets out the planning and delivery of transport infrastructure and service over the next two decades.
The €1 billion light rail system for Cork, linking Ballincollig and Mahon Point through the city centre, is an integral part of the transport plan along with the enhanced BusConnects network.
CEO of the NTA Anne Graham confirmed to RedFM News that her office and the City Council will establish a BusConnects Design Office in the city.