Settlement Nodes

Context Ahenny is identified in the County Development Plan as a Settlement Node. This settlement is located in the eastern part of the county in close proximity to the Kilkenny border.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is currently an adequate water supply in Ahenny

Waste Water: There is currently no wastewater treatment system in Ahenny

Development Objectives DO1 The Council will seek to protect views from the village centre towards the surrounding uplands. DO2 The Council will seek the retention of existing stone buildings and stonewalls as part of new development. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO4 The Council will seek to improve the carriageway and junction definition in order to facilitate the appropriate expansion of the village. DO5 Where development is proposed on residentially zoned lands, the following criteria should be met: (i) Vehicular access shell be to the public road along the eastern site boundary; (ii) Dwellings shall be constructed on the lower contours of the site and the elevated western part of the site retained for amenity use; (iii) Dwelling units shall be designed so as to enhance the character of the neighbouring Architectural Conservation Area.

91 ARDMAYLE

Context Ardmayle is located in the north of the County and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is currently adequate water supply in Ardmayle

Waste Water: Currently there is no wastewater treatment system in Ardmayle

Development Objectives New development in Ardmayle shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO2 The Council will facilitate the appropriate redevelopment of disused commercial properties which shall retain the existing stone structure and be of a scale and nature that respects the character of Ardmayle. Access shall be provided to residentially zoned lands to the east and development shall not detract from the setting of Ardmayle Castle. DO3 It is the policy of the Council to facilitate the development of an appropriate cluster of houses where the house designs reflect existing character and the roadside consist of natural stonewalling. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will facilitate the provision of a riverside park at the River Suir.

92 BALLAGH

Context Ballagh is located in the north west of the County and is identified in the County Development Plan as a Settlement Node.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are intermittent water supply difficulties in Ballagh, upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is no public wastewater treatment system in Ballagh

Development Objectives New development in Ballagh shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 Where development is proposed, the developer will be required to realign the roadside boundary to provide for safe vehicular and pedestrian access. DO2 New development on this elevated site must be of appropriate design to ensure that the visual character of the area is protected. DO3 New housing proposals shall ensure an informal layout with emphasis on high quality design, materials and finishes. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO5 The Council will implement works on the approaches to the village to define the entrance to the village and to calm traffic, i.e. footpaths, landscaping etc.

93 BALLINURE

Context Ballinure is identified in the County Development Plan as a Settlement Node. The village is located to the north of the County on the R691.

Infrastructure Water Supply: The water supply currently comes from the Fethard Regional Water Supply Scheme, there are plans to advance this scheme, upgrading works will be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is currently no municipal wastewater treatment system in Ballinure.

Development Objectives New development in Ballinure shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives.

DO1 The Council has zoned lands to facilitate the future expansion of the school. DO2 Development on these lands shall facilitate roadside improvements and seek to extend the existing built form of Ballinure, especially to the southern boundary of the site. DO3 Development on these lands shall facilitate roadside improvements and seek to extend the existing built form of Ballinure, especially to the northern boundary of the site. Development shall incorporate a village green and a local equipped area for play. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO5 Development of these lands as outlined shall be subject to a Master Plan which shall provide for a new playing field/village amenity area. The layout of any development shall overlook all amenity areas and shall facilitate permeability throughout the site and a single vehicular access. The layout and shape of the proposed playing field/village amenity area shall be agreed at Master Plan stage. The provision of amenity area shall form Phase 1 of any development. A minimum of 1 acre shall be set aside for provision of playing field/village amenity area, this requirement shall be in excess of standard open space requirement for new residential developments.

94 BALLYLOOBY

Context Ballylooby is located approximately 7km southwest of Cahir Town and is identified in the County Development Plan as a Settlement Node.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is currently adequate water supply in Ballylooby

Waste Water: There is currently a private wastewater treatment system and a Housing Section wastewater treatment system but no municipal treatment plant.

Development Objectives DO1 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO2 The development of lands zoned for residential use as outlined shall incorporate a new public riverside walkway to link with the village centre and land on the opposite side of the river, a new playing field/village amenity area and single vehicular access to the entire area. The layout and shape of proposed playing field/village amenity area shall be agreed at Master Plan stage. A minimum of 0.5 acres shall be set aside for provision of playing field/village amenity area, this shall be in excess of standard open space requirements. DO3 Where new residential development is proposed on these lands, the Council will require the provision of a linear riverside park on amenity lands located between the residential lands and the river as part of the overall development. DO4 The Council will provide traffic calming including new public footpaths and lighting along the approach road R 668. DO5 The Council will seek to retain access to lands to the west in order to facilitate the possible future development of same. DO6 The Council will require the identification of a new public pedestrian route, to provide for future riverside public walkway, as part of any new development.

95 BALLYNEILL

Context Ballyneill is located to the south-east of the County and is identified in the County Development Plan as a Settlement Node.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are intermittent water supply difficulties in Ballyneill upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is a Housing Section wastewater treatment system in Ballyneill but no municipal treatment system

Development Objectives New development in Ballyneill shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The Council will seek the provision of a new footpath from the Church to the development boundary of the village as part of new development. DO2 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

96 BALLYNONTY

Context Ballynonty is located in the north east of the County and is identified in the County Development Plan as a Settlement Node.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are intermittent water supply difficulties in Ballynonty, upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is currently spare capacity in the Ballynonty municipal wastewater treatment system for approximately 200 P.E.

Development Objectives New development in Ballynonty shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The Council will facilitate a small-scale residential development on these lands with vehicular access provided onto both the R-689 and the L-2201. DO2 The Council will facilitate a small-scale residential development on these lands with vehicular access provided onto both the R-689 and the L-2201. Any proposal shall provide for new village services and amenities. Any application to develop this site shall be subject to a flood impact assessment and shall incorporate new riverside village amenity area. DO3 The Council will provide footpaths and lighting from new residential development to the village along the L-2201. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village, the provision of a village centre focal point and a riverside amenity park. D05 The development of these lands will require an assessment of the most appropriate location of the access point to service all land zoned for low density residential use at this location from the R689. Pedestrian links to the village centre shall be developed prior to occupation of any units.

97 COALBROOK– VILLAGE STATEMENT

Context: Coalbrook is located in the north east of the County, and is identified in the County Development Plan as a Settlement Node.

Infrastructure: Water Supply: There are water supply difficulties in Coalbrook, the Council intends to advance a borehole supply to augment the scheme.

Waste Water: There is currently no wastewater treatment system in Coalbrook.

Development Objectives: New development in Coalbrook shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The Council will restrict development which would impact negatively on the future expansion of the national school.

98 COMMONS

Context The Commons is situated in the north- east of the County, and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: At present there is adequate water supply in the Commons

Waste Water: There is a municipal wastewater treatment system serving the village with spare capacity for approximately 200 P.E. Development Objectives

New development shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 As opportunities arise the Council will improve carriageway definition and footpaths at the crossroads. DO2 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the improvement and definition to the vehicular access to the post office car park. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will improve pavement between the cross roads and the national school. DO4 The Council will seek the retention of mature broadleaf trees in the village centre at the ball alley. DO5 The Council will facilitate the appropriate reuse of the old Slieveardagh National School as opportunities arise. DO6 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village, the provision of a village centre focal point and the enhancement of the area in the vicinity of the village pump. DO7 The Council will improve public lighting particularly in the vicinity of the national school.

99 CULLEN

Context Cullen is located in the north-east of the County, in close proximity to the border with County Limerick, and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are water supply difficulties in Cullen, actions identified comprise of advances to the Galtee Regional Water Supply Scheme including upgrades where required and the provision of boreholes to augment the supply.

Waste Water: There is a municipal wastewater treatment system with spare capacity for approximately 200 P.E.

Development Objectives New development in Cullen shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 This site has potential to be developed for residential use which is informal in layout and reflects existing village character. Development shall also incorporate a local equipped area for play and a new public car park (from L-4103) with easy access to the church. DO2 A cluster type development which is informal in layout and reflects existing village character would be acceptable on this site. Single storey dwellings should be considered. DO3 The Council will facilitate the removal of non-conforming uses i.e. agricultural buildings, from the centre of the village to allow for the orderly future development of the village and to enhance the amenity of the village core. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

100 DONASKEAGH

Context Donaskeagh is defined as a settlement node in the County Development Plan. New development shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is currently adequate water supply in Donaskeagh

Waste Water: There is a private wastewater treatment plant in Donaskeagh; there is no municipal treatment plant at present.

Development Objectives New development in Donaskeagh shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The Council will reserve land to facilitate the future expansion of Donaskeagh School. DO2 The roadside boundary shall be setback to allow for realignment of the public road and the construction of public footpaths. DO3 A new footpath link shall be created between new housing development and the northern side of the village including the school. DO4 Any development proposal shall provide for on-site car parking with sufficient capacity to cater for the village centre, the size of which shall be agreed with the Council at planning application stage. DO5 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

101 FAUGHEEN– VILLAGE STATEMENT

Context Faugheen is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan. This village is located to the south east of the County.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is currently adequate water supply in Faugheen.

Waste Water: There is a municipal treatment plant in Faugheen with spare capacity for approximately 130 P.E.

Development Objectives New development in Faugheen shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The Council will provide a new hedge and footpath at the existing fence and retain the mature broadleaf tree in the boundary. DO2 Where new development is proposed the Council will protect views from the village centre north towards neighbouring uplands. DO3 Where development is proposed the Council will seek the retention of the existing stone wall and setback where necessary. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

102 GOATENBRIDGE

Context Goatenbridge is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan, and is located in the south of the county adjacent to the River Suir.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is currently adequate water supply in Goatenbridge

Waste Water: There is a private wastewater treatment system serving a new development in the village, there is no municipal wastewater treatment system.

Development Objectives New development in Goatenbridge shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The public road LS 7512 to the west of the site shall be improved as part of any development proposal. Development shall be sympathetic in design and layout to the rural location and character of the area. DO2 The Council to encourage and facilitate traffic calming, including new public footpaths and lighting along the approach roads to the village. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village, the provision of a riverside park/amenity area and a village centre focal point.

103 GOULDSCROSS

Context Gouldscross is situated to the north-east of the County and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are intermittent water supply difficulties in Gouldscross, upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is currently no wastewater treatment system in Gouldscross.

Development Objectives New development in Gouldscross shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives:

DO1 The site has potential to incorporate a strong village streetscape along the north-western section of the site. Development shall incorporate a local equipped area for play. In addition a new public car park to provide for off-street car parking shall be incorporated into any scheme. Pedestrian linkages and a large central green area shall be provided. DO2 The old station house shall be retained and possibly redeveloped for a village facility/amenity or a village centre type use, i.e. restaurant/ crèche. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

104 GRANGE

Context Grange is located to the north-east of the County, in close proximity to the Slieveardagh Hills and is identified as Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply; The Water Supply for Grange comes from the Fethard Regional Water Supply Scheme. Waste Water; There is no wastewater treatments system in Grange

Development Objectives New development in Grange shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The Council will seek and facilitate the appropriate reuse of Grange Castle as opportunities arise. DO2 Where development is proposed, the Council will seek the retention of the water pump and phone box as features in the village. DO3 The Council will improve pavement and carriageway definition in village centre. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point

105 GRANGE

Context Grange is located approximately 8km west of Clonmel town and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: The water supply for Grange has intermittent supply difficulties upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: Housing Section have a wastewater treatment system serving a small development, there currently is no municipal treatment plant.

Development Objectives DO1 The Council will examine possible means of improving traffic safety at the junction leading from Grange village to the cemetery. DO2 Where development is proposed on lands zoned for new residential development, the Council will seek the provision of a master plan for all contiguous zoned residential lands to be prepared by the respective developer(s)/landowner(s) which shall be agreed in writing with the Council prior to the submission of a planning application on the respective landholding(s). DO3 Where development is proposed on lands zoned for village centre development, the Council will seek the following: The provision of an element of streetscape along the northern roadside boundary with adequate roadside setback so as to provide parking, servicing, footpaths landscaping; and, The provision of land for extension to Grange Community Hall facilities as appropriate. DO4 Where development is proposed the Council will seek the retention of mature tree stands and hedgerows, which add to the rural character of the village. DO5 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the provision of new footpaths and public lighting in the village. DO6 The Council will examine existing speed limits in the village in conjunction with traffic safety signage. DO7 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

106 KILCASH

Context Kilcash is located in the south east of the County and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are water supply difficulties in Kilcash, works need to be carried out to the Clonmel Regional Water Supply Scheme to address current deficiencies, developers will be required to consult with Water Services prior to preparing a planning application.

Waste Water: There is a private and municipal wastewater treatment plant in Kilcash this plant has spare capacity.

Development Objectives DO1 The Council has zoned additional lands to facilitate future expansion of the graveyard. DO2 These lands shall be subject to a master plan. The master plan shall provide for an integrated approach to access to the site. A viewing area and associated car parking shall be provided to the north of the site. DO3 Where residential units are proposed on elevated lands zoned north of the village, such proposals shall be single-storey only, shall not detract from existing residential and visual amenities, shall take account of existing contour levels and shall be of high quality, design and material finishes. DO4 Development of these lands shall integrate a pedestrian walk throughout the site.. DO5 New residential development shall incorporate and develop adjoining amenity lands and ensure the satisfactory relocation of the bring facility in consultation with the local community and South Tipperary County Council. DO6 As opportunities arise the Council will carry out road, pavement and lighting improvements in the village which may incorporate traffic calming measures and which shall be of a design appropriate to the village context. DO7 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

107 KILLUSTY

Context Killusty is situated in the east of the County and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: Killusty has an adequate water supply

Waste Water: There is currently no municipal treatment plan in Killusty

Development Objectives New development in Killusty shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 As opportunities arise the Council will improve the definition of the carriageway in the village, provide new footpaths and visually enclose the village centre with soft and hard landscaping features and tree planting. DO2 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the set back of the roadside boundary, provide new footpath and build new stonewall. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO4 The Council shall require the retention of adequate vehicular access to lands to the west. DO5 The Council shall require the retention of adequate vehicular access to lands to the north.

108 KILROSS

Context Kilross is situated in the west of the County and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are water supply difficulties in Kilross, boreholes to augment supply and upgrade works to the Galtee scheme are being investigated, upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments. . Waste Water: The Housing Section, South Tipperary County Council, maintain a wastewater treatment plant in Kilross which is currently at capacity.

Development Objectives DO1 The Council will facilitate the development of a new village core on lands located around the car park associated with the public house. Any proposal shall consider the entire block of village centre zoned land and will involve development of a central village green (circa 1 acre) and associated off-street car parking opposite the public house. New housing/village development shall be clustered around village green, and shall be of high quality design and material finish. DO2 The Council will retain future vehicular access to backlands from the regional road. DO3 The Council will implement traffic calming and landscaping works along the regional road and through the village centre as opportunities arise. DO4 This site has potential to be developed in an informal layout with buildings of high design quality and material finish with access onto both the regional road and local road. Development shall comprise of detached low-density residential and local equipped area for play, including multipurpose court. DO5 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

109 KNOCKAVILLA

Context Knockavilla is situated in the north west of the County on the R505 between Cashel and Dundrum, and is identified as a Settlement Node on the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is currently an adequate water supply in Knockavilla

Waste Water: The Housing Section, South Tipperary County Council, maintain a wastewater treatment plant in Knockavilla.

Development Objectives New development in Knockavilla shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives:

DO1 The Council has reserved land to facilitate the future expansion of the school. DO2 Any proposed development on these lands shall incorporate the amenity zoned land within the master plan area and proposals shall provide playing pitches and new local equipped area for play. Both elements of these master plan lands must be delivered in tandem. DO3 It is the policy of the Council to facilitate new residential development at this location which shall respect the character of the village in its design. DO4 It is the policy of the Council to reserve low-lying lands adjacent to the stream free from development and develop same as amenity area as opportunities arise. DO5 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. D06 This area is considered by the Council as suitable for the future provision of a Waste Water Treatment Plant to serve the village.

110 KNOCKLOFTY

Context Knocklofty is located to the south of the County, and is identified as Settlement Node in the County Development Plan. Knocklofty has a dedicated Local Area Plan – Knocklofty LAP 2006, this should be referred to for further detail

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are intermittent water supply difficulties in Knocklofty.

Waste Water: There is no municipal wastewater treatment plant in Knocklofty.

Development Objectives Please refer to the detailed development objectives as set out in the Knocklofty LAP 2006 and any amendments thereto during the period 2009-2015.

111 LISRONAGH

Context Lisronagh is situated in the south of the County on the R689 between Clonmel and Fethard, and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is adequate water supply in Lisronagh

Waste Water: There is a Housing Section and private development wastewater treatment plant in Lisronagh which will require upgrading to cater for new development.

Development Objectives DO1 As opportunities arise, the Council will develop a play area on amenity land located to the north of the village adjacent to Glenview estate. DO2 As opportunities arise, the Council will facilitate improved visitor access and parking at the old castle, church and graveyard and retain its visual setting. DO3 Where development is proposed on lands zoned for village centre development, the Council will seek the provision of a village green and improved car park close to the church/school. The development shall form a substantial streetscape enclosing the public road and open space area/car park at the church and school and provide a new footpath and appropriate landscaping along the streetscape and elsewhere throughout the development. DO4 Where development is proposed on lands zoned for new residential development the Council will require that the main vehicular access be provided from the R689 via a new roundabout, the design of which shall be agreed in writing with the Council. Vehicular access from the local road network will also be permitted in order to reduce traffic volumes at the entrance(s). A new footpath will also be required between the new vehicular access points and the village centre with set back and reinstatement of all existing stone walls along the full roadside boundary. DO5 Where development is proposed on lands zoned for new residential development the Council will require the provision of a buffer area between any proposed development and the ring fort. The main vehicular access shall be provided from the R689 via a new roundabout, the design of which shall be agreed in writing with the Council. Vehicular access from the local road network will also be permitted in order to reduce traffic volumes at the entrance(s) along with a new footpath between the new vehicular access points and the village centre. DO6 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO7 Where development is proposed on residentially zoned lands to the north of the village centre, the Council will require the provision of a new roundabout on the R689 in order to facilitate safe vehicular access thereto and an upgrade of the existing footpaths and public lighting between the new access and the village centre.

112 MARLFIELD

Context Marlfield is located to the south of the County, and is identified as Settlement Node in the County Development Plan. Marlfield has a dedicated Local Area Plan – Marlfield LAP 2006, this should be referred to for further detail

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are constant water supply difficulties in Marlfield, works to the Clonmel Rural Regional Water Supply Scheme need to be advanced, a new main is required to link existing networks and the option of borehole augmentation needs to be investigated.

Waste Water: There is a municipal plant serving Marlfield but an upgrade is required to cater for new development.

Development Objectives Please refer to the detailed development objectives as set out in the Marlfield LAP 2006 and any amendments thereto during the period 2009-2015.

113 MONARD

Context Monard is located in the west of the County on the N74 between Limerick Junction and Oola, and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are water supply difficulties in Monard, borehole augmentation is being investigated to address deficiencies in the Regional Water Supply Scheme.

Waste Water: Both the Housing Section, South Tipperary County Council and a private development maintain wastewater treatment plants in Monard but there is no municipal treatment plant.

Development Objectives DO1 It is envisaged that a low-density cluster development using an informal layout and high quality building design and material finish, would be most appropriate on this site. Any proposal on this site shall be phased; generally with the site area closest to the local road developed initially, possibly incorporating streetscape where appropriate and must provide for a new playing field for sports as part of the initial phases. DO2 It is envisaged that a low-density cluster development using an informal layout and high quality building design and material finish, would also be appropriate on this site. Any development proposal shall be phased with the area closest to the local road being developed as phase 1. DO3 This site would be considered suitable for mixed-use village development comprising both retail/commercial and residential development. A new public car-parking area should be provided to the rear of the site as part of any development. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

114 MOYGLASS

Context Moyglass is situated in the east of the County, and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are constant water supply difficulties in Moyglass, works need to be carried out to the Fethard Regional Water Supply Scheme.

Waste Water: Housing Section, South Tipperary County Council, maintain a wastewater treatment plant in Moyglass and there is no municipal system.

Development Objectives New development in Moyglass shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The Council will facilitate appropriate new residential development which shall respect the character of Moyglass and shall incorporate a new local access through the site. Development shall facilitate roadside improvements and seek to extend the existing built form of Moyglass, especially to the southeast of the site. DO2 The Council will facilitate appropriate small-scale residential development, with an emphasis on a carefully designed layout. Development shall facilitate roadside improvements and seek to extend the existing built form of the village centre, especially to the southeastern corner of the site. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

115 NINE-MILE-HOUSE

Context Nine-Mile-House is located in the south-east of the County on the N76 and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are water supply issues in Nine Mile House, upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is no municipal wastewater treatment plan in Nine Mile House.

Development Objectives New development in Nine-Mile-House shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The Council will reinstate the footpath as opportunities arise. DO2 As opportunities arise the Council will enhance the definition of the carriageway, footpath and kerbing on the N76. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO4 Further agricultural development in the village should not impact negatively on village amenity. DO5 The Council will facilitate the appropriate development of single story dwellings on these lands in order to protect the visual amenity of the village. DO6 New development shall provide for the retention and regeneration of thatched cottage and servicing of same. DO7 Where development is proposed the Council will require the set back of the building line in order to improve visibility of the junction.

116 ROSSADREHID

Context: Rossadrehid is located to the west of the County, and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure: Water Supply: There is adequate water supply in Rossadrehid

Waste Water: There is no municipal wastewater treatment system in Rossadrehid

Development Objectives: New development in Rossadrehid shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives:

DO1 This site has potential to be developed as an informal cluster, incorporating high quality design and material finishes, with access onto both local roads. Development shall comprise of residential use, an equipped area for play and riverside walkway to link with the existing Riverside Park to the north. DO2 As opportunities arise, the Council will facilitate the development of a riverside public walk. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO4 The Council will require the provision of a communal amenity area where development is proposed on lands zoned for residential development.

117 ROSSMORE

Context Rossmore is located in the northwest of the County is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There is adequate water supply in Rossmore

Waste Water: There is no wastewater treatment plant in Rossmore

Development Objectives New development in Rossmore shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 As opportunities arise the Council will improve village footpaths and extend same to the existing ball alley. DO2 The Council will enhance footpaths in the village, particularly to the west side of the road. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point. DO4 Future vehicular access shall be reserved to lands to the rear. DO5 New housing proposals shall incorporate informal layouts with emphasis on high quality design and material finishes throughout.

118 SOLOHEAD

Context Solohead is situated in the north-west of the County, and is identified Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are intermittent water supply issues in Solohead, upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is no municipal wastewater treatment system in Solohead

Development Objectives New development in Solohead shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 This site forms part of a large area of agricultural lands and is close to the village core. Development on this site must be sensitive in nature due to the open character of the landscape. It is envisaged that a cluster development based on an informal site layout and dwellings of high quality design and material finish, along with extensive landscaping, would be most appropriate. DO2 A cluster type development may be acceptable on this site, with frontages onto both roads L-4213 and L- 4201. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will improve the definition of the Junction and implement traffic calming measures on approach roads to the village. A pedestrian crossing shall also be incorporated to facilitate pedestrian safety. DO4 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

119 THOMASTOWN

Context Thomastown is situated in the west of the County on the N74 between Golden and Kilfeakle, and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are intermittent water supply shortages in Thomastown, upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is a private wastewater treatment system in Thomastown but there is currently not a municipal treatment plant

Development Objectives New development in Thomastown shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 The development of these lands is subject to the preparation of a master plan which shall provide for the following: (i) Development of a new village street northwards through the master plan area accessed via a single vehicular roundabout on the N74. (ii) Provision of retail and commercial used of appropriate scale to the village context. (iii) All development shall be of high quality design and material finish. (iv) A new local equipped area for play shall be incorporated into the site. (v) Vehicular access shall be reserved for possible future village expansion to the north. DO2 The Council will implement traffic calming and landscaping works through the centre of the village as opportunities allow. DO3 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village and the provision of a village centre focal point.

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Context Toem is located in the north-west of the County, and is identified as a Settlement Node in the County Development Plan.

Infrastructure Water Supply: There are intermittent water supply difficulties in Toem, upgrading works may be required to accommodate new developments.

Waste Water: There is no wastewater treatment plant in Toem.

Development Objectives New development in Toem shall respect the nature and scale of the village and shall adhere to the following specific objectives;

DO1 New housing proposals shall ensure an informal layout with emphasis on high quality design, materials and finishes. DO2 As opportunities arise the Council will seek the enhancement of the visual amenities of the village, the provision of a riverside park and amenity area and a village centre focal point.

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