County Development Plan 2016-2022 Chief Executive’S Draft Written Statement

County Development Plan 2016-2022 Chief Executive’s Draft Written Statement

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1. Strategic Overview 1

1.1 Introduction and Context 3

1.2 Core Strategy 11

1.3 Development Areas and Regeneration 21

2. Sustainable Communities Strategy 31

2.1 Residential Development 33

2.2 Sustainable Travel and Transportation 48

3. Enterprise and Employment Strategy 69

3.1 Enterprise and Employment 71

3.2 Retail and Major Town Centres 82

4. Green County Strategy 93

4.1 Landscape, Heritage and Biodiversity 95

4.2 Open Space and Recreation 113

5. Physical Infrastructure Strategy 121

5.1 Environmental Infrastructure and Management 123

5.2 Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Flooding 135

6. Built Heritage Strategy 143

6.1 Archaeological and Architectural Heritage 145

7. Community Strategy 153

7.1 Social Infrastructure and Community Development 155

8. Principles of Development 163

8.1 Urban Design 165

8.2 Development Management 170

8.3 Land Use Zoning Objectives 222

9. Specific Local Objectives 239

10. Strategic Environmental Assessment and Appropriate Assessment 253

10.1 Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) 255

10.2 Appropriate Assessment (AA) 257

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Appendix 1 European, National, Regional and Local Context

Appendix 2 Interim Housing Strategy

Appendix 3 Ecological Network

Appendix 4 Record of Protected Structures/Record of Monuments and Places/Architectural Conservation Areas

Appendix 5 Industrial Heritage Survey

Appendix 6 Wind Energy Strategy

Appendix 7 Landscape Character Areas

Appendix 8 Public Rights Of Way/Recreational Access Routes

Appendix 9 Building Height Strategy

Appendix 10 Development Management Thresholds Information Document (2010 – 2016)

Appendix 11 Rural Design Guide

Appendix 12 Dún Laoghaire Urban Framework Plan

Appendix 13 Strategic Flood Risk Assessment

Appendix 14 Green Infrastructure Strategy

Appendix 15 Sandyford Urban Framework Plan

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AA: Appropriate Assessment EIS: Environmental Impact Statement ACA: Architectural Conservation Area EPA: Environmental Protection Agency (c)ACA: (candidate) Architectural Conservation ERFB: Eastern Regional Fisheries Board Area ESB: Electricity Supply Board AEP: Annual Exceedence Probability EU: European Union AFA: Areas of Further Assessment FEI: Further Education Institute AHBs: Approved Housing Bodies FRA: Flood Risk Assessment AQIH: Air Quality Index for Health GDA: Greater Dublin Area BFEI Blackrock Further Education Institute GDSDS: Greater Dublin Strategic Drainage Study BRT: Bus Rapid Transit HAP: Housing Assistant Payment BS: British Standard HLA: Housing Land Availability CCTV: Closed-circuit Television HLCA: Historic Landscape Character Assessments CDP: County Development Plan 2010-2016 HSE: Health Service Executive CFRAM: Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and IAA: Irish Aviation Authority Management IADT: Institute of Art, Design and Technology CGS: County Geological Sites ICNIRP: International Commission on Non-Ionising CIRIA: Construction Industry Research and Radiation Protection Information Association ICW: Integrated Constructed Wetlands CMP: Construction Management Plan ILP: Institution of Lighting Professions CSO: Central Statistics Office IROPI: Imperative Reasons for Overriding Public DART: Dublin Area Rapid Transit Interest DCC: Dublin City Council ITS: Intelligent Transport Systems DES: Department of Education and Skills LAP: Local Area Plan DFEi: Dún Laoghaire Further Education Institute LCA: Landscape Character Assessment DLR: Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council LECP: Local Economic and Community Plan DMI: Dublin Mountains Initiative LEO: Local Enterprise Office DMP: Dublin Mountains Partnership LUZ: Land Use Zone DMURS: Design Manual for Urban Roads and MMP: Mobility Management Plan Streets MUGA: Multi Use Games Areas DoAHG: Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht NEEAP: National Energy Efficiency Action Plan DoAHGI: Department of Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht NESC: National Economic and Social Council and the Islands NHA: Natural Heritage Area DoECLG: Department of the Environment, (p)NHA: (proposed) Natural Heritage Area Community and Local Government NIAH: National Inventory of Architectural DoEHLG: Department of the Environment, Heritage Heritage and Local Government NIS: Natura Impact Statement DoJE: Department of Justice and Equality NPWS: National Parks and Wildlife Service DSHDT: Dublin Social Housing Delivery Taskforce NRA: National Roads Authority DTTaS: Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport NSAI: National Standards Authority of Ireland EIA: Environmental Impact Assessment NSS: National Spatial Strategy 2002 - 2020

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NTA: National Transport Authority UFP: Urban Framework Plan NZEB: Nearly Zero Energy Building UPH: Units per Hectare OPW: Office of Public Works VDS: Village Design Statements PFRA: Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment VMS: Variable Message Signage PS: Protected Structure WEEE: Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment QBC: Quality Bus Corridor WSSP: Water Services Strategic Plan RAS: Rental Accommodation Scheme RAR: Recreational Access Routes RBMP: River Basin Management Plan RIAI: Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland RMP: Record of Monuments and Places ROW: Right of Way RPG: Regional Planning Guidelines for the Greater Dublin Area 2010-2022 RPII: Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland RPPI: Residential Property Price Index RPS: Record of Protected Structures RTPI: Real Time Passenger Information RSA: Road Safety Audit RSES: Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy SAC: Special Area of Conservation (c)SAC: (Candidate) Special Area of Conservation SCD: Senior College Dún Laoghaire SCATS: Sydney Coordinated Adaptive Traffic Systems SDCS: Supplementary Development Contribution Scheme SDZ: Strategic Development Zone SEA: Strategic Environmental Assessment SEAI: Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland SEAP: Sustainable Energy Action Plan SFRA: Strategic Flood Risk Assessment SHLI: Social Housing Leasing Initiative SI: Statutory Instrument SLO: Specific Local Objective SPA: Special Protection Area S2S: Sutton to Sandycove Promenade and Cycleway SuDS: Sustainable Drainage Solutions SUFP: Sandyford Urban Framework Plan TCD: Trinity College Dublin TTA: Traffic and Transport Assessment UCD: University College Dublin iv dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2016 - 2022 | Preamble Preamble

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County is a unique area of 2. To co-ordinate and facilitate economic actors towards Ireland which contains over two dozen thriving, distinctive achieving full employment in sustainable, meaningful and valued areas – some recognised as communities and jobs by 2022. others as villages, but all known for their quality and sense 3. To support and sustain economic and natural resources of place. Our residents enjoy unparalleled access to a of Regional significance to 2022 and beyond. wide range of options in public transportation, amenities, shopping, cultural and educational institutions, as well Quality of Life as a wide choice of housing. The County also provides employment opportunities in businesses and enterprises We will strive to achieve these ambitions by providing ranging from international software giants to small home- a superior public service that will aim to offer the best based craft activities. possible opportunities for each specific community to: This wealth of opportunities is embedded in a network, 1. enjoy the highest quality of life focussed on the two major towns – the County town of 2. achieve specific objectives for prosperity, equity, Dún Laoghaire and the other Metropolitan Consolidation opportunity and amenity. town of Dundrum - as well as large and small mature The key to achieving these deliverables is investment settlements and centres, some with well recognised in, and commitment to, convenience, connectivity and names – such as Blackrock, Cabinteely, Dalkey, Sallynoggin accessibility and the quality of the public realm and and Stillorgan – as well as a myriad of locally cherished associated social facilities. areas such as Glasthule, Stepaside, Glencullen and Old Conna. We will focus on distinct areas of character – communities, villages and towns – large and small - as the building Our County is also endowed with some of the Region’s blocks to achieve the highest quality of life throughout best and most important economic and natural resources. the County. We sustain and support significant portions of National and Regional economic and natural resources such as the We will achieve quality of life through the Local Community M50 and its associated economic clusters in Dundrum and Plan by implementing a rolling programme of community Sandyford as well as Dublin’s Bay and Mountains which and village-based public realm works and through the are among Dublin’s finest natural amenities. We also have promotion of distinct characteristics as well as a menu of one of the most developable zones in the Country in the Arts, Libraries and Events Programmes. Cherrywood SDZ. In each area we will work to improve amenity, safety, This Development Plan seeks to protect and nurture connectivity and footfall - which in turn supports the future growth of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown – both permeability and economic development – including by serving and leading the community – to cherish tourism. our inheritances while fostering our future by creating The Public Participation Network will replace the the conditions that will attract and sustain social and Community & Voluntary Forum and will be the vehicle economic development to the benefit of every one of our through which increased engagement can be facilitated 206,000 residents. to provide assistance to voluntary efforts by means of the All of this must be achieved while actively protecting Council providing support to local organisations. and enhancing our natural and cultural endowments We will employ the Age Friendly County initiative to of mountains, coasts and monuments - as well as the provide the clearest and most practical indicator of our distinctiveness and vitality of our many neighbourhoods progress towards identifying and achieving meaningful and their residents - both young and old. quality of life targets as part of a comprehensive plan to Development Plans have become large, complex promote DLR as a County that is, indeed, friendly to an documents in order to comply with an ever-increasing set older population. of regulatory demands. It is important, therefore, to ensure Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has the greatest potential to that this complexity retains a clear Vision at its core. That provide significant high quality residential neighbourhoods Vision needs to be easily understood and have meaning that will be well connected to the facilities on offer in for every resident of our County. The Vision also needs to the wider Metropolitan area. These ‘soft’ quality of life send clear signals about how our County sees itself. characteristics will be the fundamental factors that will attract and sustain the best workforce to the County and, Vision in turn, will attract quality economic activities – the next Our Vision is for the County to achieve three goals by 2022: generation of manufacturing, commerce and services. 1. To deliver Ireland’s best quality of residential life by The following Sections of the Development Plan set 2022. Every resident in every community and village will out a series of policies and objectives that will help Dún share in this.

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Laoghaire-Rathdown to achieve this Vision of possessing facilitate economic actors to achieve full employment in Ireland’s best quality of residential life by 2022. sustainable, meaningful jobs by 2022. Section 2. Sustainable Communities Strategy Section 3. Enterprise and Employment Strategy Section 4. Green County Strategy Section 5. Physical Infrastructure Strategy Section 6. Built Heritage Strategy Section 7. Community Strategy Section 7. Community Strategy Supporting and Sustaining Economic and Natural Resources of Regional Significance Facilitating Full Employment in Sustainable, Meaningful Jobs Access to transportation – for residents and commerce - is one of the most important economic advantages that an The socio-economic profile of the County is very positive – area can have. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has some of the it has both the lowest unemployment rate and the highest best such economic resources in Ireland. level of educational attainment of any County in the State. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has a unique array of economic The majority of the County’s population occupy an area activities that span from existing cultural, technological that lies between some of Ireland’s most important and educational establishments – including UCD and transportation corridors – with the Coastal Rail and DART IADT – to high tech, pharmaceutical, financial and services line along the east and the LUAS line along the west. These sectors. It also has significant potential as an amenity public transportation links are complemented by the N11/ and tourism destination for the Region – both for Dublin Stillorgan Road (and its Quality Bus Corridors) which is the residents and visitors – and Nationally. spine of the County and also by five junctions along the M50. We will co-ordinate and facilitate such economic actors to achieve full employment in sustainable, meaningful jobs Sandyford and Dundrum provide Regionally significant, by 2022 by supporting the following groups: if not Nationally unique, centres of commercial and retail innovation and expansion while UCD, and its associated • Existing established local businesses research and enterprise cluster, offers one of Ireland’s • Confident and Distinctive Communities best concentration of research-based opportunities for economic development. • Budding Businesses and Entrepreneurs in the County Dublin Bay offers potential to compete in international • Enterprises that rely upon our Regional Economic and markets for marine events and cruise visits. We will strive Natural Resources to establish working partnerships with the various groups • Residents seeking to work within their community and sectors with direct interests in the Bay to secure It is proposed that this programme will be developed investment in infrastructure and other initiatives that are through the Local Enterprise Office (LEO). likely to sustain existing, or attract further, employment in marine-based events and tourism. We will use the Council’s expanded role in economic development and community development to lead on We will again capitalise on the expanded role in economic the first Economic and Community Plan for the County and community development now afforded to the Council that will provide the opportunity to increase mutual co- to foster improved and meaningful co-operation with operation – especially focussed on removing costs, risks or the various groups and sectors identified above – but delays for the groups identified above. especially focussed and targeted on the removal of costs, risks or delays. We will achieve this by establishing solid working partnerships within the County to create defining, diverse We will achieve this by establishing solid working and dynamic neighbourhoods that will have amenities partnerships within the Region to secure investment in that are convenient both to homes and work places. infrastructure and initiatives that are likely to sustain existing, or attract further, employment for these specialist We will also establish solid working partnerships within high-value sectors. the wider Region to secure investment in infrastructure and initiatives that are likely to sustain existing, or attract The following Sections of the Development Plan set out further, employment. policies and objectives that will help Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown to achieve this Vision to support and sustain We will prioritise and promote areas where existing economic and natural resources of Regional significance: infrastructural investment can be harnessed to provide economic competitiveness for the County. Section 1: Strategic Overview We will reinforce the capacity and potential of each Section 3: Enterprise and Employment Strategy area as both social and economic Hubs that will be Section 5: Physical Infrastructure Strategy interconnected, wherever possible, with walking, cycling This County Development Plan offers a significant and amenity networks opportunity to capitalise on the natural, infrastructural The following Sections of the Development Plan set out and developed assets of Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown to take policies and objectives that will help Dún Laoghaire- its place as the destination to achieve the best quality of Rathdown to achieve this Vision to co-ordinate and life in Ireland. vi 1

Strategic Overview

1 Vision Statement: To continue to facilitate appropriate levels of sustainable development predicated on the delivery of high quality community, employment and recreational environments - allied to the promotion of sustainable transportation and travel patterns - but all the while protecting Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown’s unique landscape, natural heritage and physical fabric, to ensure the needs of those living and working in the County can thrive in a socially, economically and environmentally sustainable manner

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1.1 Introduction and Context 1 and, having first been considered by the Council, is 1.1.1 Introduction now being issued for public consultation.

The Draft County Development Plan sets out Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council’s policies for the continuing sustainable development of the County for 1.1.2 Legislative Background the period 2016 to 2022. It has been prepared following a period of intensive consultation - on issues to be The Draft Plan has been prepared in accordance with included in the Plan - which took the form of public the requirements of the Planning and Development displays and open days, meetings with stakeholders Act 2000 (as amended). The Act sets out the and service providers, written submissions and a mandatory requirements which must be included in a series of briefing sessions for elected representatives. Development Plan. These include, inter alia, objectives The process of reviewing the 2010-2016 County and zoning of land, the provision of infrastructure, Development Plan and the preparation of the new the conservation and protection of the environment, Plan formally commenced on the 19th March 2014 and the integration of planning and sustainable with an 8 week Public Consultation period. A ‘Have development with the social, community and cultural Your Say’ booklet - setting out both the achievements requirements of the area and its population. The delivered and challenges faced over the last six years preparation of a Core Strategy, consistent as far as is and the issues likely to influence and shape the future practicable with the National Spatial Strategy and the of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown - was prepared and Regional Planning Guidelines, is also required. widely circulated to various sectors across the County In accordance with overarching European and to help inform the consultation process. The Chief National legislation Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Executive subsequently submitted a report to Council Council also carried out a Strategic Environmental on the outcome of that consultation process which Assessment (SEA), an Appropriate Assessment under listed the submissions received, summarised the the Habitats Directive (AA), and a Strategic Flood Risk issues raised, provided a response to the issues and Assessment (SFRA) - all of which informed the Plan. made recommendations on the direction the Draft County Development Plan might take. Following consideration of the Chief Executive’s Report by Council this Draft Development Plan was prepared

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1.1.2.1 Strategic Environmental Assessment will not have a significant effect on any Natura 2000 (SEA) site.

Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) is the 1 process by which environmental considerations are integrated into the preparation of plans and programmes. The SEA process was integrated into 1.1.3 Strategic Framework the preparation of this Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan. The Environmental Report The Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) is contained as a separate ‘standalone’ document requires that a Development Plan shall, so far as is accompanying the Draft Plan. practicable, be consistent with National and Regional plans, policies and strategies which relate to the proper 1.1.2.2 Strategic Flood Risk Assessment planning and sustainable development of the area covered by the Plan. In addition, Development Plans are (SFRA) also required to have regard to any guidelines issued by the Minister for the Environment, Community and In compliance with the Strategic Environmental Local Government which would have a bearing on Assessment process the County Council carried out proper planning and sustainable development. Many a Strategic Flood Risk Assessment of the objectives of these National policies, plans and guidelines have contained in the Draft County Development Plan. This arisen from Ireland’s International obligations e.g. the SFRA is included as Appendix 13 of the Draft Plan. Kyoto Protocol (1997) which committed the developed world to begin taking action in relation to climate 1.1.2.3 Appropriate Assessment (AA) change. Similarly, the UN Conference on Environment and Development held in Rio de Janeiro (1992), and In accordance with requirements under EU Habitats to which Ireland is a signatory, endorsed the concept Directive (43/92/EEC) and the EU Birds Directive of sustainable development which continues to (79/409/EEC) and Section 177 of the Planning and be the cornerstone of planning policy and strategy Development (Amendment) Act 2010, the impacts of worldwide. the policies and objectives of all statutory land use plans on certain sites designated for the protection of 1.1.3.1 National Policy nature under European legislation, must be assessed as part of the process of drafting the Plan. This process, In addition to the EU legislation and Directives known as Appropriate Assessment, is to determine referred to above, that require ongoing assessment of whether or not the implementation of plan policies a Development Plan in terms of potential impact on or objectives could have negative consequences the environment, there are a whole series of National for the habitats or species for which these sites are plans, strategies and guidelines - all promoting designated. This assessment is contained as a separate the concept of proper planning and sustainability ‘standalone’ document accompanying the Draft Plan. - that also have a bearing on the preparation and The Council will ensure that any plan/project and direction of the County Development Plan. These are any associated works in the County, individually comprehensively listed and described in Appendix 1. or in combination with other plans or projects, are At a strategic level the key National documents subject to Appropriate Assessment Screening to influencing this Draft Development Plan are: ensure there are no likely significant effects on the integrity (defined by the structure and function) of • The ‘National Spatial Strategy 2002-2020’ (NSS) any Natura 2000 site(s) and that the requirements of is the overarching spatial planning framework for Article 6(3) and 6(4) of the EU Habitats Directive are the State that seeks to promote a better balance fully satisfied. Where a plan/project is likely to have of social, economic and physical development a significant effect on a Natura 2000 site, or there is between the Regions and forms the basis for uncertainty with regard to effects, it shall be subject Regional Planning Guidelines nationally. The NSS to Appropriate Assessment. The plan/project will recognises the enduring role that Metropolitan proceed only after it has been ascertained that it will Dublin plays as a key driver of the wider National not adversely affect the integrity of the site or where, economy. The NSS is, however, now some fourteen in the absence of alternative solutions, the plan/ years old. Central Government has indicated its project is deemed imperative for reasons of overriding intention to review or replace the NSS but when a public interest - all in accordance with the provisions successor document will be available is unclear. of Article 6(3) and 6(4) of the EU Habitats Directive. • The ‘National Climate Change Strategy 2007-2012’ Plans and projects which might negatively impact sets out how Ireland should aim to reduce energy Natura 2000 sites must be screened for AA and full consumption and ensure it meets its targets under AA must be carried out unless it can be established, the Kyoto Protocol. through screening, that the plan or project in question

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• The ‘National Climate Change Adaptation ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy 2011- Framework’ (2012) outlines how Ireland will seek to 2030’. adapt to, and mitigate against, climate change. (a) The Regional Planning Guidelines (RPGs) provide • The ‘Planning System and Flood Risk Management for the implementation of the National Spatial Guidelines’ (2009) introduce comprehensive Strategy at a Regional level in the Greater Dublin Area mechanisms for the incorporation of flood risk (GDA). The principle objective of the RPGs is to develop identification, assessment and management into a broad, spatially-oriented planning framework the planning process. for the GDA - which comprises Dublin City and the Counties of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, South Dublin, • ‘Smarter Travel – A Sustainable Transport Future’ Fingal, Kildare, Meath and Wicklow. Within the GDA, (2009) is the Government`s action plan to a distinction is made in the Guidelines between the free towns and cities from traffic congestion, existing built-up area of Dublin and its immediate substantially cut CO2 emissions and encourage a environs (the Metropolitan Area) and the remaining shift from the private car towards walking, cycling extensive areas of countryside containing a range and increased public transport usage. of designated development centres specifically • The recently published ‘Construction 2020 Strategy’ located on transportation corridors (the Hinterland - which recognises that the construction sector Area). Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is almost exclusively is slowly coming out of stasis – is a very targeted within the Metropolitan Area. The RPGs provide an mechanism aimed at accelerating the provision of overall strategic context for the Development Plan housing supply in the Metropolitan Dublin area. of each Local Authority in the GDA and also provide a framework for future investment in environmental • Ministerial Guidelines and Directives, including services, transportation and other infrastructure. those relating to Core Strategies, Housing Strategies, Retail Planning, Childcare, Residential The Guidelines propose a strategy that promotes a Density, Urban Design and Architectural development path that will: Conservation. • Consolidate development and increase overall densities of development which will lead to a more 1.1.3.2 Regional Policy and Guidelines compact urban form, relative to the size of the population. The Planning Authority is required ‘to be consistent • Facilitate the provision and use of a considerably with’ any Regional Planning Guidelines in force in enhanced public transport system. its area when making and adopting a Development From 1st June 2014 the GDA Regional Authority was Plan. This Draft County Development Plan has been replaced by a new Eastern and Midlands Regional prepared having regard to the current ‘Regional Assembly. The current 2010-2016 Regional Planning Planning Guidelines for the Greater Dublin Area 2010- Guidelines, which were shaped and framed by the 2022’ and the National Transport Authority (NTA) 2006 Census, are due to be replaced by a Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES) - to be drafted

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by the new Regional Assembly. There remains a lack be subject to very strict phasing protocols directly of clarity as to when this replacement RSES document linked to the commensurate delivery of both physical might be published. and community infrastructure – including the high quality Luas public transport system that is already (b) The NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transportation operational in the Cherrywood area. 1 Strategy 2011-2030’ - colloquially referred to as `2030 Vision` - sets out an integrated and balanced (b) Local Area Plans sustainable transportation framework for the wider Dublin Region and embraces all sustainable travel Elsewhere in the County spatially-based Local Area modes (walking, cycling, bus, rail and Luas) and road Plans (LAPs) have been, and will continue to be, transportation and seeks to address such issues as prepared by the Council - primarily targeted at new road safety, traffic management, accessibility, social development nodes and areas of the County in need inclusion and guidance on complementary land use of redevelopment and/or regeneration. The purpose policies. of LAPs is to set out in a greater level of detail the Council’s requirements for new development - including such factors as density, layout and urban 1.1.3.3 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Plans and design requirements, public transport and roads Strategies infrastructure, social and community infrastructure, open space and recreational facilities. LAPs have Locally-focused policy documents and plans - many already been prepared and adopted for Glencullen, actually initiated and drafted by the Council itself Woodbrook/Shanganagh, Kiltiernan/Glenamuck, ‘feed in’ to the preparation of the County Development Stillorgan, Deansgrange and Goatstown while the Plan and help influence both its primary direction and Blackrock LAP process is currently in train (December its local nuance. 2014). Future Local Area Plans proposed to be prepared during (a) Cherrywood Strategic Development Zone the lifetime of the 2016-2022 County Development (SDZ) Plan are outlined in Chapter 1.3. The Cherrywood area represents the most significant and strategic development node in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown – extending as it does to c.360 hectares in total. The projected resident population could ultimately be in the order of 18-19,000. The 1.1.4 Structure of the Plan Council proposes to guide the development and implementation of the overall Cherrywood area through the mechanism of the SDZ Planning The Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Scheme recently approved by An Bord Pleanála. Plan 2016-2022, which relates to the entire functional The implementation of the Planning Scheme will area of the Authority, will, when adopted, replace

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the 2010-2016 County Development Plan. The Draft • Section 10 – Strategic Environmental Assessment Development Plan comprises a series of separate, but and Appropriate Assessment – provides a short closely linked and interrelated, elements: explanatory narrative of what the respective Assessments are, their primary purpose and • The Written Statement – the main policy document. functions and the obligations placed on the County 1 • A series of supporting Appendices. Development Plan process by the EU Habitats Directive and other relevant European and National • 14 no. County Zoning Maps (plus supplementary environmental legislation. mapping) . For the first time, and in direct response to new • Strategic Environmental Assessment Report. European and National legislation that has been • Appropriate Assessment Screening Report. enacted , or evolved, since the adoption of the 2010- 2016 County Development Plan (March 2010) the Written Statement includes three new elements: 1.1.4.1 Written Statement • A Core Strategy (Chapter 1.2). The primary Written Statement contains the following • A detailed analysis and critique of Climate Change Sections: Adaptation and Energy Efficiency mechanisms and • Section 1 – Strategic Overview – sets out the measures. It is now acknowledged internationally primary goals and objectives, including the key that climate change cannot realistically be Core Strategy, that will help guide and shape the prevented and that there is a need, therefore, proper planning and sustainable development of to both adapt to, and mitigate against, climate the County. change. Chapter 5.2 specifically addresses climate change adaptation and mitigation and includes • Sections 2 to 7 set out detailed policies and a series of recommendations and actions that objectives under a range of specific Strategy respond to the 2012 `National Climate Change headings which the County Council will seek to Adaptation Framework` (DoECLG). Policies deliver upon over the six year life of the Plan e.g. included in this Draft Plan that have been identified Enterprise and Employment, Green County, Built as incorporating elements of climate change Heritage, Physical Infrastructure, Community etc. adaptation or mitigation measures are marked • Section 8 – Principles of Development – incorporates with an asterix thus *. detailed Development Management objectives • Also included in Chapter 5.2 is a detailed and standards to be applied to future development assessment of flooding and flood risk across the proposals in the County. Their purpose is to help County (Refer also to Appendix 13 - Strategic Flood guide and assist the formulation of development Risk Assessment). proposals and to regulate and minimise the impact of development on the environment in the pursuance of such development proposals. 1.1.4.2 Appendices The Development Management Chapter is laid out as a single consolidated whole. It is considered The primary Written Statement is accompanied this consolidated colour-coded format will by a separate Volume of Appendices (Nos. 1-15) make the Plan more coherent and user friendly. which incorporates a series of complementary and supporting documents, data sets and guidelines that Section 8 also incorporates a series of Land Use help inform and clarify the broader strategic context Zoning Objectives – and accompanying definitions of the Written Statement. The Appendices are as – which are given graphic representation on the follows: accompanying County Development Plan Maps 1. European, National, Regional and Local Context (14 no.) The purpose of zoning is to indicate the Documentation. land use objectives for all the lands within the County. Considered zoning seeks to promote 2. Interim Housing Strategy 2016-2022. the orderly and structured development of the 3. Ecological Network Analysis (and associated County by eliminating potential conflicts between mapping). incompatible land uses and to establish a rational and objective basis for future investment in public 4. Record of Protected Structures, Record of infrastructure and facilities. Monuments and Places and Architectural Conservation Areas. • Section 9 – Specific Local Objectives – identifies and lists a series of targeted objectives which relate 5. Industrial Heritage Survey. either to particular buildings, structures, areas or 6. Wind Energy Strategy. sites and/or particular development works the County Council itself is proposing (which, at this 7. Landscape Character Areas. stage, may or may not have a particular or specific 8. Rights-of-Way and Recreational Access Routes. spatial dimension).

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9. Building Height Strategy. 10. Development Management Thresholds (2010- 1.1.5 Context and Challenges in 2016). Plan Preparation 11. Rural Design Guide. 12. Dún Laoghaire Urban Framework Plan. 13. Strategic Flood Risk Assessment. 1.1.5.1 Context 14. Green Infrastructure Strategy. This Draft County Development Plan has been 15. Sandyford Urban Framework Plan. prepared at a time of uncertainty and transition – both in terms of National and global economic outlook - Given their size and/or formatting Appendices Nos. 14 and more locally within the Dublin Metropolitan Area and 15 are printed as ‘standalone’ documents. where there has been recent significant volatility and instability in the residential housing market. 1.1.4.3 Mapping Notwithstanding, and after a long, six year period of economic decline and contraction there are signs of The 14 No. County Development Plan Maps provide a recovery in the National economy, some reduction a graphic representation of the proposals contained in Regional unemployment levels and a slow, but in the Written Statement and/or Appendices and cautious, return in the housing construction sector. indicate land use zoning and control standards The outlook for the period 2016-2022 will almost together with various other objectives of the Council. certainly be more positive. The Maps do not purport to be accurate survey maps This time of transition and potential new growth from which site dimensions or other survey data can presents new challenges but the Draft Plan is be determined. Should any potential conflicts arise predicated on the expectation that, in the period to between the Written Statement and the County Maps 2022, there will be continuing economic recovery the Written Statement shall prevail. both National and locally - where Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown will be very well placed to capitalise on any such growth – and that any population increase in the County will be in line with, and reflect, the most up- to-date National and Regional population projections. Expectations in relation to the rate or speed of recovery require to be realistic, however, as the legacy of the recession will take time to dissipate. The dramatic decline in construction output across the State over the period 2008-2014 – when the industry

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was effectively in stasis – combined with the systemic recent 2011 Census and the RSES successor document problems in the financial/banking sectors points to - to be prepared by the new Eastern and Midlands the capacity of the construction sector being badly Regional Assembly – is, unfortunately, unlikely to damaged. The sector will take time to recover. Given be available prior to the adoption of this County such a scenario the likelihood of the construction Development Plan in spring 2016. 1 industry being in a position to ‘gear up’ sufficiently to In December 2013 the Central Statistics Office (CSO) fully meet projected housing demand over the next published revised Regional Population Projections six years - while at the same time attempt to backfill for the GDA for the period from 2016-2031 based the residential supply vacuum that has developed on the more recent 2011 Census data. While it is over the last five/six years - would appear challenging acknowledged CSO projections are not as targeted as at best. Regional Planning Guidelines -and do not break down projected housing numbers to County/City level - the 1.1.5.2 Challenges in the Preparation of the December 2013 forecast, nevertheless, revised future population projections downwards across the Region. Plan The ‘most likely’ CSO projection forecasts a GDA population of 1.86 million by 2016 (98,000 persons The preparation of an ‘evidence-based’ Draft County less than the comparable RPG ‘target’) and 1.97 million Development Plan has proved challenging, not only on by 2021 (c.131,000 less than the RPG 2022 ‘target’). In foot of the uncertainties surrounding the ‘transitional’ simple terms, by extrapolation of the 2013 CSO figures phase that the County finds itself in – described - and assuming Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County immediately above - but also an unavoidable, but continues to ‘take’ a 16% share of the overall GDA nevertheless unfortunate, vacuum of contemporary population – the population growth in the County National and Regional guidance, particularly in would be c.10,000 less in 2016 and c.14,000 less in relation to issues of future population and housing 2022 than envisaged by the 2006 Census-based RPG projections. ‘targets’. This clearly has implications for the provision and quantum of residential units required to house (i) The National Spatial Strategy 2002-2020 the envisaged population of the County. (NSS) This 20 year overarching Strategy - aimed at Based on the above, a likely scenario is that this promoting balanced Regional development across County Development Plan will require to be amended, Ireland – was framed in 2000-2001 at a time when the by way of a statutory Variation, soon after its social, economic and financial landscape of the State adoption in 2016. In these circumstances, and given was very different from the present. It was flagged in the underlying tempering of population/housing spring 2013 that a comprehensive review of the NSS growth expectations - flagged both by the 2013 CSO was to be undertaken and that a successor document projections and by the recently published (April 2014) – the National Framework Plan – was to be prepared. ‘Housing Supply in Ireland’s Urban Settlements 2014 It remains unclear when this successor strategy/plan -2018’ report by the Government’s own Housing is likely to be in place. That review process, however, Agency - a cautionary approach to overtures for will almost certainly include revised demographics additional zoning throughout the preparation of this based both on the 2011 Census and recent (December Draft County Development Plan should prevail. 2013) population projections produced by the CSO. The strategic outputs from the replacement (iii) Retail Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area National Framework Plan will directly inform the 2008 -2016 detail of the ‘new’ Regional Spatial and Economic The Greater Dublin Area Retail Strategy 2008-2016 is Strategies (RSES) to be prepared by the new Regional the strategic framework to help guide and inform the Assemblies established in June 2014. The RSES, as and various retail policies and objectives of the component when completed, will replace the Regional Planning Development Plans within the Greater Dublin Area. Guidelines that currently direct and influence City and As with the narrative in relation to Regional Planning County Development Plans across the State. Guidelines in (ii) above the base data used in the preparation of the GDA Retail Strategy to determine (ii) ‘Outdated’ RPG ‘Targets’ v 2013 CSO projected floor space demand was based on the 2006 ‘Projections’ Census – this at a time of record housing construction, The Regional Planning Guidelines for the Greater strong economic growth, high levels of in-migration Dublin Area 2010-2022 (RPGs) sets out population/ by non-nationals following EU enlargement and housing ‘targets’ for each of the Local Authorities in historically low unemployment figures. All these the GDA but are based on now outdated demographic metrics changed in the years immediately following. data derived from the 2006 Census. Notwithstanding, The overall thrust of the Retailing Chapter of the 2010- the legislation requires County/City Development 2016 Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Development Plans ‘to be consistent with’ the population ‘targets’ Plan was that a cautionary approach to retailing and of the most recently available RPGs. The RPG ‘targets’ retail floor space should be adopted for the duration have not been reviewed or updated to reflect the new of the Plan, particularly in relation to the potential demographic information available from the more adverse consequences of oversupply. This was in

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response to the dramatic downturn in the economy, large reduction in in-migration levels, a more than doubling of unemployment levels and significantly more limited consumer spending power from 2008 1 onwards. The GDA Retail Strategy itself contained numerous warnings in relation to the difficulties and dangers associated with projections over long periods of time and the need to exercise caution. In recognition of predictions that growth in Irish GDP would slow significantly the Strategy stated that “….the impact of these lower levels of growth in demand for the GDA, is that, if completely unrestricted retail development is permitted, the effects on existing towns and centres will be detrimental”. To ensure the continuing currency and validity of the Strategy it was recommended that, during the life of the Strategy, interim update and review monitoring reports should be produced at regular intervals - no less than every second year - to provide information on its delivery and on possible changes to the population and economic indicators used (in its original preparation). The Strategy was published in June 2008 but no biennial review has ever been undertaken. The prospect of a replacement Retail Strategy for the GDA being produced before 2016 at the earliest is highly unlikely. In light of the radical changes impacting on the economic landscape Members have adequate information with regard to of the State since the preparation of the Strategy in flooding in coming to decisions on the Draft Plan. 2007/2008 – and the continuing delays in bringing In November 2009 the Department of the forward a considered or updated replacement Environment, Heritage and Local Government – in Strategy - a cautionary approach to retailing and conjunction with the Office of Public Works (OPW) additional retailing floor space in the County should - published ‘The Planning System and Flood Risk continue to be adopted. Management – Guidelines for Planning Authorities’. The Guidelines require that Development Plans (iv) Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy should ensure the prior identification of areas at risk 2011-2030 of flooding, or flood zones, so that this identification The National Transport Authority’s Draft Transport can ‘feed in’ to the drafting of the Plan. Strategy – the colloquially termed ‘2030 Vision’ – The OPW is the lead authority on flooding in the sets out an integrated and balanced sustainable Country and in 2011 they commenced a National transportation framework for the wider Dublin area Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management – including Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. The Draft (CFRAM) programme. CFRAM is currently being Strategy was published in 2011 but has not yet been carried out for the Eastern Region – which includes formally adopted. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown - and these studies will However, the Government’s ‘Infrastructure and be used for the basis of SFRA in the County. With Capital Investment Framework 2012-2016’ deferred a the exception of the Dodder Catchment, which was number of large-scale public transport infrastructure assessed as an early pilot project a number of years projects – including Metro North, Metro West and the ago, the Eastern CFRAMS maps are still not finalised DART Interconnector – that were key cornerstones of and are not yet in the public domain (December 2014). the NTA’s `2030 Vision`. It is unclear how the Draft Indeed the Water Services Section of the Council Transport Strategy might, or will, be modified in the is still in discussion with the OPW on the veracity short-to-medium term to fill the vacuum precipitated of a number of areas which have been shown to be by the deferral of the aforementioned ‘big ticket’ subject to flooding. A recent Circular PL2/2014 from schemes. the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government (August 2014) stated that “It would (v) Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) therefore be premature to rely solely on these draft The purpose of Strategic Flood Risk Assessment is outputs for planning and development management to provide sufficient information to allow sound purposes”. This leaves the Planning Authority in a planning decisions to be made on sites at risk of very unclear position with regard to the use of Draft flooding over the lifetime of the 2016-2022 County CFRAM mapping in the preparation of the Strategic Development Plan and also to ensure that the Elected Flood Risk Management Plan in accordance with the Guidelines.

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1.2 Core Strategy 1 residential and allied mixed-use zonings in the 1.2.1 Introduction Development Plan. (4) Providing a rationale for the quantum and location of employment zoned lands. The Planning and Development (Amendment) Act 2010 introduced the requirement for an evidence- (5) Demonstrating that, in setting out objectives based “Core Strategy” to be incorporated as part for retail development, the Planning Authority of all County Development Plans. The purpose of a has had regard to the statutory Retail Planning Core Strategy is to articulate a medium-to-longer Guidelines. term quantitatively based strategy for the spatial The central focus of the Core Strategy is on residential development of the area of the Planning Authority, development and in ensuring that there is an and, in so doing, to demonstrate that a Development acceptable equilibrium between the supply of zoned, Plan and its policies and objectives are entirely serviced land for residential development and the consistent with National and Regional development projected demand for new housing, over the lifetime objectives as set out in the National Spatial Strategy of the Plan. In this respect, two key datasets are 2002-2022 (NSS) and Regional Planning Guidelines examined: 2010-2022 (RPGs). • Housing Land Availability Study (Supply of zoned The Core Strategy focuses especially on: land) (1) Defining a coherent settlement strategy that • Regional Planning Guidelines for the GDA sets out the hierarchy and role of Gateways, Hub (Population Targets) Towns, County Towns, other towns and villages and rural areas as outlined in the documents The Housing Land Availability Study comprises a above. survey of undeveloped, zoned lands with or without planning permission for residential development (2) The process of giving effect to the hierarchy above and is updated annually by the Planning Authority to by setting National and Regional population ensure its currency. targets and associated requirements for housing land. The Regional Planning Guidelines for the Greater Dublin Area (2010-2022) include population targets (3) Providing a transparent evidence-based rationale for all of the GDA Local Authorities, based on for the amount of land proposed to be zoned for projections from the 2006 Census. The Core Strategy

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legislation requires the County Development Plan to As a designated Strategic Development Zone it ‘be consistent with’ the population targets of the most will help contribute to the overall competitiveness recently available Regional Planning Guidelines. At of the GDA and so assist the overall objective of some point early during the lifetime of the County promoting the GDA as an International ‘Gateway’, 1 Development Plan 2016-2022, it is likely that a review as set out in the National Spatial Strategy. of either the National Spatial Strategy and/or the replacement of the Regional Planning Guidelines for the new Eastern and Midlands Regional Assembly 1.2.2.2 Settlement Structure – RPG area will take place. These reviews will almost certainly include revised population targets based on The RPG recommend in relation to Dún Laoghaire- the 2011 Census of population and, in this eventuality, Rathdown that, as a mostly Metropolitan County, the Council will be required to vary the County housing delivery should focus on strengthening Development Plan to take account of any revised the urban form of the County through building up targets. In the interim, however, the Council must seek town and district centres at public transport nodes, to ensure a reasonable equilibrium of supply of zoned continuing sensitive infill to counteract falling residential development land and population targets population and declining services, and supporting new as set out in the Regional Planning Guidelines for the housing growth focussed on key new public transport Greater Dublin Area (2010-2022). provision - namely the Luas extension from Sandyford to Bray/Fassaroe (in two phases) and upgrades to the DART route through the County. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is a very small County spatially and the vast bulk of its population is 1.2.2 Settlement Hierarchy concentrated in a single urban / suburban mass between the foothills of the Dublin Mountains and the coast. The various suburbs in the County coalesce or ‘bleed’ into one another with no clear or obvious 1.2.2.1 Context boundaries separating them into discrete entities. The County does not have the discrete ‘trickle down’ To set an outline context Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown hierarchy of standalone and separate major towns, County covers an area of only c.12,000 hectares. The secondary satellites, support towns and villages as County town of Dún Laoghaire, for example, is barely envisaged in the Core Strategy Ministerial Guidelines 10 kilometres distance from St Stephen’s Green. and which is more often the norm in the rural counties Spatially, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is by far the outside Greater Dublin. For this reason the ‘one size smallest County in the State. Approximately half the fits all’ Core Strategy Table outlined in the Guidelines County could be described as urban (or, perhaps more – and which seeks to apportion population growth in accurately, suburban) and half described as rural. a very prescriptive fashion among various discrete, In broad terms the primary implications of the standalone nodes within a County – is simply not Regional Planning Guidelines for Dún Laoghaire- applicable in the context of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. Rathdown are: • Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown falls almost exclusively 1.2.2.3 Rural Housing within the Metropolitan Area where the primary objective is one of consolidation of the existing The ‘rural’ footprint of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown urban area. – i.e. the area covered by High Amenity and Rural Amenity Zoning objectives – is primarily concentrated • Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has the advantage of in the south-western quadrant of the County. The major transport corridors traversing it - the N11 area generally comprises the foothills of the Dublin QBC, Rathfarnham QBC, the DART and Luas Lines Mountains - including the upland plateau framing B, B1 and B2 (planned). The RPG strategy considers Carrickgollogan and Ballycorus. The proximity of the these corridors to be absolutely fundamental to defined rural footprint immediately adjacent to the future growth and should be capitalised upon. edge of the urban/ suburban mass of the County i.e. • Dundrum and Dún Laoghaire, as designated essentially east of Enniskerry Road - makes it an area ‘Metropolitan Consolidation Towns’ are identified very much ‘under strong urban influence’. as key urban nodes with potential to grow as The broad policies and objectives of the ‘Sustainable important development centres due to their Rural Housing’ – Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ location with regard to public transport networks, (2005) are fully recognised and embodied within the comparison shopping facilities and employment County Development Plan. The Development Plan and services provision. advocates a robust rural settlement strategy aimed • Cherrywood, as a designated Large Growth Town at controlling the spread of urban-generated ‘one-off’ within the Metropolitan Area, will accommodate housing into the spatially limited rural countryside significant new investment in transport, in of the County. It is also recognised, however, that economic and commercial activity and in housing. there will be certain circumstances where limited

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Core Strategy Map Major Centre Secondary Centre 1 Metropolitan Area Future Development Area Milltown Rural Area Blackrock

Nutgrove Dun Laoghaire Stillorgan Dundrum Sandycove South Dublin Dalkey Deans Grange Sandyford Marlay Park Killiney Cornelscourt

Loughlinstown Tiknock Kilternan Cherrywood Tibradden

Shankill Glencullen Glendoo Woodbrook Motorway Primary Roads Old Conna Dart Wicklow Luas Luas Extension PL -14 -417

Figure 1.1

one-off housing may be acceptable where it can This situation will evolve in the next few years with be shown not to be urban generated, will not place the updating/revisions of both the National Spatial excessive strain on services and infrastructure or Strategy and the replacement Regional Planning have a serious negative impact on the landscape Guidelines, which will almost certainly be based on and where demand arises from locationally-specific population projections and targets derived from the employment or local social needs. The policy approach most recent 2011 Census. promoted in the Development Plan is considered to Until this takes place, however, the Core Strategy will provide a reasonable balance between the delivery of focus on the Regional Planning Guidelines housing appropriate and justifiable residential development in and population targets. The population and housing the rural parts of the County with the stated objective policy of the NSS is translated through the RPGs to of protecting the unique character of the Dublin the individual Council/City level. The NSS prescribes Mountain foothills and is, accordingly, broadly in line a population growth target figure for each Region with Government guidance on the subject. within the State which the RPGs analyse and set out, in turn, the future population and housing targets for each County and City Development Plan, in line with National spatial policy. Alongside this Regional target, the DoECLG has also prescribed target figures for each 1.2.3. Population Targets designated Gateway.

1.2.3.2 Population Projections Vs Population 1.2.3.1 Introduction ‘Targets’

As referred to in 1.2.1 above, the housing and population It should be noted that there is a distinction between targets of the County Development Plan continue population ‘projections’ – which are generally to be based on the most recently available, but now carried out at a Regional level by the CSO and outdated, Regional Planning Guidelines `targets`.

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examine mortality, fertility and migration trends - an additional allocation of c.20,500 over a ten year and population ‘targets’ which are carried out by period from 2006. The housing ‘target’ for the period the Department of the Environment, Community 2006 to 2016 translated, in annualised terms, to and Local Government and examine not only the approximately 2,000 units per annum. The results of 1 aforementioned trends but also consider the influence Census 2011 provide an insight into how the ‘targets’ of Regional policy in any future scenario. fared over the first five year period of the RPG forecast, from 2006 to 2011. During this five year period, there Notwithstanding the above, it should be noted that was a growth in housing units in the County of the most recently available RPG housing targets are c.8,400 units, an average of approximately 1,700 units based on the 2006 census. There is a considerable per annum. Subsequent data for the years 2011 to 2013 difference between the RPG housing targets and however, show a very marked decline (which began in the recently published CSO ‘Regional Population 2009) in housing construction, with ESB connection Projections’ (2013) which are based on the 2011 census. data suggesting that only 175 units were built in 2012 Starkly contrasting assumptions regarding migration and 260 units in 2013. trends account for the bulk of the difference, with the CSO projecting a significantly lower rate of population The RPGs provide for a further allocation from 2016- and housing growth in the coming years than is 2022 of c.19,850 units. This equates to a housing forecast in the Regional Planning Guidelines targets. target of c.3,300 residential units per annum over the six year period to 2022. 1.2.3.3 Regional Planning Guidelines for the The full housing allocation for Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown from the RPGs for the years 2006 to 2022 Greater Dublin Area (2010-2022) is 40,385. Between 2006 and 2013, approximately 9,500 units were constructed in the County, leaving The Core Strategy is framed by the most recently an allocation of 30,885 for the remaining years 2014 available household target projections, derived from to 2022. In annualised terms, this allocation translates the Regional Planning Guidelines for the Greater into approximately 3,800 units per annum over this Dublin Area 2010-2022. period. To recap, the Regional Planning Guidelines population To put this housing allocation figure in the context of and housing ‘targets’ for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown recent years’ housing delivery, the graph below shows were as follows: the County’s housing construction ‘performance’ from 2006 relative to the targets set out in the RPGs, in annualised form. A clear and sizeable mismatch Table 1.2.1: RPG Targets between housing supply and forecast need has 2006 2016 2022 emerged in recent years. In 2006, at the peak of the DLR 194,038 222,800 240,338 housing bubble, some 93,500 housing units were (population) completed across the Country, 19,470 of them in Dublin. In 2013 a total of only 8,300 homes were DLR 77,508 98,023 117,893 completed with just 1,360 in Dublin. A similar pattern (housing) is evident in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown and clearly, neither approach is sustainable. The RPG housing total for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown for 2016, is estimated to be c.98,000 units, constituting

RPG Housing Targets

3500 3000 2500 2000 CONSTRUCTED 1500 TARGET 1000 500 0

2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 2022

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therefore constitutes, in part, a longer-term, strategic 1.2.4. Residential Land Supply land reserve for the County. 1.2.4.2 Conclusion 1 1.2.4.1 Housing Land Availability Study To recap, the full housing allocation for Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown from the RPGs for the years 2006 to 2022 The Housing Land Availability Study (HLAS) is prepared is 40,385. Between 2006 and 2013, approximately annually by the Council for submission to the 9,500 units were constructed in the County, leaving 1 DoECLG . It provides an estimate of the quantum of an allocation of 30,885 for the remaining years 2014 zoned residential land, both serviced and unserviced, to 2022. yet to be developed within the County. Mixed-use zoning provisions where residential is permitted is The Housing Land Availability Study estimates a zoned also included. land supply capable of supplying in excess of 30,000 residential units. Therefore, there is, in principle, The Housing Land Availability Study (2013) estimates sufficient zoned residential land in the County to that there was approximately 640 ha. of undeveloped meet this housing allocation. zoned land available for residential development in the County. Of this figure, approximately 400 ha. was The very close alignment between supply and serviced and ready for development. The Housing projected demand for zoned land, however, highlights Land Availability Study estimated that the overall the extreme importance of ensuring timely servicing quantum of zoned residential land (both serviced of the County’s landbank. and unserviced) had development potential for The Old Connaught-Woodbrook Water Supply Scheme approximately 34,000 residential units. is a strategic scheme required to provide storage and A substantial quantum of the zoned residential land distribution capacity for a wide area extending from in the County Development Plan is located in the Cherrywood into north County Wicklow to unlock the Cherrywood Strategic Development Zone (SDZ) area. potential of major development nodes at Woodbrook, The Cherrywood area represents the most significant Old Conna, Ballyman, Rathmichael and Fassaroe and strategic development node in Dún Laoghaire- (north Wicklow). The scheme has been included in Rathdown. Due to the scale of the Plan area, it is various ‘Water Services Investment Programmes’ at envisaged that the build–out horizon for Cherrywood planning and design stage, with a preliminary report may span several Development Plan cycles and for the Scheme having been submitted to the DoECLG. More recently, the Scheme was included as part of

Table 1.2.2: Housing Land Availability Table

Hectares Potential Residential Services Location (approx) Yield (approx) Required Serviced Land Includes Sandyford, Stepaside, Kiltiernan, 410 18,000 all other suburban infill

Part Serviced Lands Cherrywood 70 7,700 Water & Drainage Roads Infrastructure

Unserviced Lands Water & Drainage Public Transport Roads Infrastructure

Woodbrook/Shanganagh 25 2,300

Old Conna 50 2,000

Rathmichael Lands 85 3,600

Total 160 7,900

Grand Total 640 33,600

1 In 2014 the Department changed the protocol for the HLAS, renaming it the ‘Residential Land Availability Survey’ and excluding all mixed-use lands. As it is necessary for urban authorities to include mixed-use lands, DLR has decided to maintain the original protocol for the HLAS, for the purpose of this County Development Plan.

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Serviced Land 410 Hectares 1 18,000 Units

Infill 18,000 Units Part Serviced Land 70 Hectares 7,700 Units

Cherrywood 7700 Units Unserviced Land 160 Hectares 7,900 Units

R/FR 3600 Units

Woodbroook 2300 Units Total Land 640 Hectares Total Units 34,000

Old Conna 2000 Units

Figure 1.4

,Irish Water’s ‘Proposed Capital Investment Plan 2014- Force for Dublin to co-ordinate efforts among the 2016’ with a status indicated as ‘Continue Planning many stakeholders in the process. and Business Case Review’. In relation to foul drainage, the Old Conna-Woodbrook Sewerage Scheme will form the basis of a new drainage network for the same area and has a similar project status - ‘Continue Planning and Business Case Review’. 1.2.5 Phasing, Prioritisation and Despite the efforts of the Council to ensure the timely Infrastructure Delivery servicing of the south-eastern part of the County, it remains a reality that the timetable for the delivery of critical water and drainage infrastructure will now be determined by Irish Water, as set out in its 1.2.5.1 Context various Capital Investment Programmes and subject to the availability of requisite finance. The Planning As outlined above there is a demonstrable equilibrium Authority cannot, with any degree of certainty at this in relation to the medium-to-longer term housing stage, determine when that will take place. demand/supply equation in Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown. In combination with the ongoing pattern The delivery of residential zoned lands in the southern of organic and incremental densification and infilling part of the County is dependent on the co-operation within the established urban/suburban mass of Dún of Irish Water in delivering the necessary water and Laoghaire-Rathdown there are also a number of large, drainage infrastructure and of Central Government in primarily greenfield, growth nodes of zoned land in progressing major improvements in public transport the south and south-east of the County which will infrastructure in the area. contribute to addressing Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown’s The zoning and servicing of land is not, in and of housing output requirements over the next 10 – 20 itself however, sufficient to restore housing supply to years. necessary levels. The legacy of difficulties faced by the While a key strand of the overall Settlement Strategy property development and construction industries focuses on the continued promotion of sustainable resulting from the property market crash in 2008 is still development through positively encouraging apparent. Central Government’s `Construction 2020 - consolidation and densification of the existing urban/ A Strategy for a Renewed Construction Sector` (2014) suburban built form – and thereby maximizing contains a range of actions intended to stimulate efficiencies from already established physical and housing supply in Dublin. Areas of focus include social infrastructure - the development of the new, improving access to development financing and the higher density strategic growth nodes in the south establishment of a Housing Supply Coordination Task

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and south-east of the County will be dependent on the for the GDA (2010-2022). It is not possible, however, to concurrent delivery of adequate water services and provide an accurate timeline for the delivery of units upgraded /planned public transport infrastructure. within each centre, particularly in those areas subject to servicing constraints. The provision of major Any significant delay in delivering on this pivotal infrastructure to unlock the development potential of capital infrastructure could see the County being 1 the zoned lands in the southern part of the County will in the position of being unable to fulfil the housing ultimately be delivered by other agencies in line with ‘targets’ set out for it in the 2010-2022 RPGs. Central Government policy. While Local Authorities The primary growth nodes from which a significant have a coordinating and supporting role in this regard, portion of the supply of residential units will derive the reality is that the key decisions in relation to up to the 2022 horizon – and potentially beyond - are initiating these projects are taken elsewhere. detailed below. • Former Dún Laoghaire Golf Course. • Sandyford Business District. • Stepaside-Ballyogan. 1.2.6. Employment Lands • Kiltiernan-Glenamuck Local Area Plan. • Carrickmines (Lands excluding Strategic Development Zone). 1.2.6.1 Introduction

• Cherrywood Strategic Development Zone. The ‘Core Strategy Guidance’ document (2010) states • Woodbrook-Shanganagh Local Area Plan. that the Strategy should involve “…an appropriate level of analysis to ensure that sufficient lands are identified • Old Conna Local Area Plan. for employment purposes at suitable locations, taking In addition to the major parcels of zoned development proper account of National planning policies such land detailed above, the ongoing incremental infill as those above and the availability of the required and densification of the existing urban area will physical infrastructure, particularly access and water generate, over time and on a cumulative basis, services”(P.8.). relatively significant house numbers. While the Guidance document sets out a clear methodology for determining the sufficiency of 1.2.5.2 Core Strategy Table residential zoned land, no such methodology is suggested for determining the sufficiency or adequacy of employment zoned lands. In line with the provisions of the Act, the Core Strategy must contain: There are a number of issues to consider in determining what will constitute an adequate A Core Strategy section of the Written Statement, supply of employment zoned land in Dún Laoghaire- outlining the origins and broad aims of the Strategy, Rathdown: including, in particular, the population targets or allocation for the Plan period; and 1. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is part of the wider Greater Dublin Area economy and labour market. A diagrammatic-type Core Strategy Map, depicting There is a considerable ‘flow’ of employees/ how the Planning Authority anticipates its area will commuters between the various Counties of the develop out over the Plan period and in line with the GDA. Approximately 43% of jobs in Dún Laoghaire- availability of infrastructure, services and amenities. Rathdown are held by ‘Internal County Workers’, The ‘Guidance Note on Core Strategies’ prepared that is persons resident within the County, while by the DoECLG suggests that “taking account of the 51% are held by in-commuters, with the residual importance of the quantum and distribution of future number homeworking. Therefore, the growth population and housing development lands in the Core of the County’s resident population/workforce Strategy and the numerical nature of this information, will only generate a proportional increase in jobs it follows that in addition to the two items above, the located in the County. Core Strategy should include a third item, namely: 2. The interaction of population growth and A Core Strategy Table, summarising the key statistics employment growth is also a consideration. Dún in the Core Strategy as regards the distribution of Laoghaire-Rathdown’s population is older than the future population and housing and its alignment with GDA average and also contains a significant number Regional Planning Guidelines.” of third level students – resulting in a relatively low ‘labour force participation rate’. Therefore, a growth The suggested Housing Land Availability Table in population in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown may in Section 1.2.4 above sets out the development not result in a growth in the number of workers, potential of the various centres around the County commensurate to growth in other Counties within which corresponds relatively closely to the housing the GDA. ‘targets’ set out in the Regional Planning Guidelines

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3. ‘Jobs Ratio’ - The current jobs ratio in Dún 1,500 to approximately 4,500) and in Cherrywood Laoghaire-Rathdown is circa 0.8 (72,781 jobs (up marginally to 2,300). There were decreases in located in the County as a proportion of 87,490 the number of jobs in Dún Laoghaire (down 700 residents in the labour force). It is RPG policy to to approximately 7,700) and the Pottery Road area 1 improve jobs ratio levels, generally – “In achieving (down 200 to approximately 1,800). The largest single sustainable and balanced employment within the employer in the County - UCD - remained largely GDA, the Regional Planning Guidelines support unchanged at c.5,500. the improvement of jobs ratio levels in each of the constituent local authorities of the Region and each local authority should include an objective or series 1.2.6.3 Supply/Development Potential of of measures, compliant with the RPG economic Commercial Zoned Lands strategy, to foster employment creation and maximise the jobs potential in growth towns.” (p.77). (i) Employment Land Recommendations in relation to the zoning of land for employment purposes should take account of There is a total of 290 ha of employment zoned this objective. lands in the County. The Sandyford Business District (which has a variety of ‘subset’ employment zone- 4. Most employment in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown types) comprises almost 150 ha. of this total, with the is not located within traditional, single zoning Cherrywood Science and Technology Park comprising ‘employment’ lands. The main employment zoned approximately 25 ha. Commercial development is also lands (the Objective ‘E’ lands and the various `Permitted in Principle` on lands zoned ‘Major Town zonings within the Sandyford Business District) Centre’ (MTC) or ‘District Centre’ (DC). Paradoxically, provide the location for approximately 40% of the largest single employer in the County is not jobs in the County. The majority of employment located on employment zoned lands. UCD currently is located within the mixed-use town/district/ has a workforce of c.5,500 and is located on lands neighbourhood centre lands and also, perhaps zoned Objective TLI ‘To facilitate the development surprisingly, within residential lands. Therefore, of Third Level Institutions’. The Masterplan for the the zoning of additional Objective ‘E’ employment campus envisages the potential for further growth lands is only one part of accommodating additional in employment, both directly related to academic employment needs in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. expansion and also ‘campus company’ enterprise. There are also, in addition, some smaller 1.2.6.2 Demand for Employment Zoned employment cores distributed across the County Lands such as Churchtown Business Park, Clonskeagh and Blackrock. Clusters of manufacturing employees While the RPGs do not provide specific growth can be identified in the southeast of the County estimates for employment across the GDA, an analysis around north Bray, in areas around Dundrum (Balally, provided by the National Transport Authority in their Meadowmount, Nutgrove and Farranboley) and Dún “Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy - 2030 Laoghaire (Sallynoggin, Pottery Road, Granitefield and Vision” uses an employment forecast that assumes Kilbogget). the 2006 ratio of employment to population will remain constant up to 2030 at National and GDA (ii) Land Use Zoning and Employment level. This means that, for the GDA, an increase in Employment in the County is concentrated in employment of 39% over 2006 levels is expected. Major Town Centre/District Centre lands and in Employment zoned lands. As outlined above, there In relation to employment trends, according to are approximately 70,000 jobs located in the County. Census 2011, there were approximately 87,500 people Relatively speaking, a minority of these are located in resident in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown who were at pure ‘Employment’ zoned lands - just under 30,000. work. This is a decline from approximately 92,000 There are c.11,000 located in ‘Major Town Centre’ lands in 2006. The Census also records how many jobs are in Dún Laoghaire and Dundrum and c.7,000 located in actually located in the County. In 2006 the number ‘District Centre’ lands. was approximately 70,000 and this figure remained largely unchanged by 2011. It should be noted that An analysis of the relative scale of Dún Laoghaire- the resident population of the County increased Rathdown’s employment lands, in the context of the by c.13,000 persons during this period - so it might other Dublin Authorities, reveals some surprising have been expected, under more normal economic conclusions. There is a total of almost 300 hectares of circumstances, to see a corresponding increase in employment lands within the County - 60 hectares of employment numbers in the County. which is greenfield, undeveloped land. Fingal County, by comparison, has a total of almost c.2,700 hectares Spatially, there have been a number of changes of employment land and South Dublin County a total evident between 2006 and 2011 - the number of jobs of c.1,600 hectares. The employment lands in Dún located in Sandyford increased by almost 1,000, to a Laoghaire-Rathdown, however, have a much higher figure of approximately 15,000. There was also an ‘job density’ on average. In the Sandyford Business increase in the number of jobs in Dundrum (up by District, for example, there are over 100 workers per

18 dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2016 - 2022 | 1.2 Core Strategy hectare, the Cherrywood Science and Technology (iii) Employment Outside Employment Zones Park has 165 workers per hectare and the Clonskeagh It is important to note, in any examination of the Business Park has over 100 workers per hectare. By relationship between employment lands and overall comparison, Grange Castle Business Park in South employment numbers in a County, that the majority Dublin has approximately 7 workers per hectare, of jobs in the Dublin area are located outside of 1 while job density in Citywest is 22 workers per hectare. specific ‘employment’ zones. There are large numbers In Fingal County, Blanchardstown Business and of jobs located within Town Centre/District Centre Technology Park has only 11 workers per hectare and lands, which are home to major retail and commercial Airside Business Park 39 workers per hectare. uses. While it may not be immediately apparent, There are starkly different employment densities there are also significant numbers of jobs located prevalent in employment zones across Dublin. within residential areas - in schools, crèches and other Different typologies of business park/industrial estate community facilities. have very different levels of employment. Many of the larger warehousing/logistics-focussed parks in Fingal (iv) Undeveloped Employment Lands for instance, have employment densities of only 10- There currently remains a substantial quantum of 20 workers per hectare. By contrast, Dún Laoghaire- undeveloped Objective ‘E’ zoned lands - circa 60ha. Rathdown’s commercial lands, in many cases, have - in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. The main areas of employment densities in excess of 100 workers per presently undeveloped employment zoned lands hectare. (zoned Objective ‘E’) are in: The overall average employment density by County • Cherrywood (40 ha). varies quite considerably - Fingal has 9 workers per • Carrickmines (adjacent to ‘The Park’).(20 ha). hectare of employment land, South Dublin County has 19 workers per hectare and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown • Old Conna (some potential employment zoned County has 69 workers per hectare. lands). Despite having a far smaller quantum of specific employment zoned lands, the disparity between 1.2.6.4 Conclusion Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown and the other comparable Dublin Authorities in terms of overall job numbers In conclusion, and having regard to the predicted is perhaps surprisingly, not significant. The number size of the labour force and the estimated jobs ratio of jobs located in Fingal and South Dublin are, for the County by 2022, it is considered that the respectively, 79,000 and 77,000, only slightly larger key Development Plan objective ‘to ensure that than Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown’s circa 70,000. sufficient serviced lands are available for employment generation’ is satisfactorily addressed. Furthermore, it is considered that the quantum of zoned, serviced and accessible employment lands demonstrates

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consistency with Strategic Policy ‘EP2’ of the Regional ‘Local’ services relates to employment types which Planning Guidelines for the GDA which aims “to seek rely directly on the catchment population, such as sustainable economic growth across the GDA, by the convenience shopping, local financial services/banks promotion of identified core economic areas across and other local services e.g. hairdressers/ public the GDA in both the Dublin and Mid East Regions houses etc. ‘Externally traded’ services relates to to facilitate new employment opportunities for employment which does not necessarily rely on a local existing populations and seek to reduce the volume of catchment. This can relate to international financial unsustainable long distance commuting.” institutions, but also to car dealers and hotels and large-scale comparison shopping. With a housing target of circa 31,000, as expressed by the RPGs, it is possible to provide an estimate Analysis, carried out by the National Transport of the proportion of the population likely to be in Authority in the GDA, calculated that approximately employment and the proportion of that employment 20% of the population was estimated to be employed base which is likely to be Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown in ‘locally based’ services which directly relate to based. the resident population. The remaining 80% would therefore be distributed as ‘externally traded’ services and would not be required to be located Table 1.2.3: Population and Employment proximate to the local population. This means that Population Target 2014- 71,000 (31,000 the available employment and mixed-used zoned 2022 households X 2.3) land in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown should be capable of accommodating an increase of approximately 30,000 Minus the Proportion of 58,220 persons in employment. Population aged under 15yrs (18%) Calculating, as an approximate estimate, a requirement for 20 sq.m of commercial floorspace Labour Force 37,260 per employee, it is possible that, based on the above Participation Rate 64% estimate which itself is based on RPG population Jobs Ratio 0.8 29,808 targets, there may be a demand for up to 600,000 sq.m of commercial floorspace over the lifetime of this Jobs Forecast for DLR 36,700 Development Plan 2016-2022. The significant existing planning permissions for commercial development in The largest growth area by employment sector over Sandyford and the sizeable quantum of commercial the lifetime of this County Development Plan, and lands that will begin to develop in Cherrywood beyond, is estimated to be in the Services Sector over the next number of years can comfortably (Market Services and Non-Market Services). This accommodate this estimated level of demand in the sector is estimated to account for over 90% of the medium-to-longer term. employment growth in the GDA. Market services are a complex group of employment types, covering retail and commerce, business and finance, and ‘other’ employments such as hotels/ catering etc. Non-Market services cover three important and distinct groups of employment, namely Education, Health Services and Public Administration. In spatial terms, it is also possible to separate services into two distinct categories - ‘local’ and ‘externally traded’ services.

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1.3 Development Areas and Regeneration 1 designate a Strategic Development Zone (SDZ), and 1.3.1 Introduction specify the types of development, which may be permitted therein. This designation is primarily to facilitate development which, in the opinion of the The Planning and Development Act 2000 (as Government, is of economic or social importance to amended) introduced a more layered or tiered the State. approach to Planning - cascading down from National Plans such as the National Spatial Strategy, through Regional Planning Guidelines, County/City 1.3.2.1 Cherrywood Development Plans and down to Local Area Plans. The Development Plan is a key Plan in that it ‘feeds’ both Cherrywood was designated as an SDZ by Government upwards and downwards. The County Development Order in May 2010, and the Planning Scheme for the Plan sets the scale, location and nature of new SDZ was eventually approved by An Bord Pleanála in development areas but it is other mechanisms such April 2014. The boundary of the Planning Scheme is as Local Area Plans and Strategic Development Zones identified on the Development Plan maps (Map Nos. that provide the crucial detail for creating sustainable 7,9,10). Development of any site that falls within, or neighbourhoods. There is also a role for non-statutory partly within, this Planning Scheme boundary will Plans such as Neighbourhood/Urban Framework require to align with the provisions of the Planning Plans. In addition, it is noted that the Villages of the Scheme document. Any site that adjoins the Planning County have an important role to play in the sense of Scheme should also refer to the Planning Scheme, but community and identity in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. only in order to understand the context of the site in relation to the Scheme. The Cherrywood SDZ Planning Scheme was prepared as it was recognised that the area had the potential to be a major new residential and employment settlement 1.3.2 Strategic Development in the County and the Region. The Planning Scheme Zones provides a strong degree of certainty regarding the phasing and delivery of new development, in tandem with the provision of essential infrastructure to serve Part IX of the Planning and Development Act 2000 and facilitate development. (as amended) provides that the Government may

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The Planning Scheme lands cover approximately 360 hectares, the majority of which are currently undeveloped and rural in context. There is some recent development along the southern edge of the 1 SDZ, in the form of houses and apartments and an emerging business park. “The over arching vision for the Planning Scheme is: • To create a sustainable place with a rich urban diversity, which respects its historical and natural setting while also facilitating innovation and creativity. • Spatially develop a cohesive and diverse community with a strong identity and environmental integrity. • To contribute to the economic growth of the County through the development of a vibrant economic community anchored around the Town Centre. • To provide a safe and friendly environment where people can live, work and play within an envelope of sustainable, integrated transport with a primacy of soft mode of transport throughout.” Within the Planning Scheme there are some limited sites that do not have a defined land use objective, shown on Map 2.1 of the Scheme. These lands are included in the Scheme to provide necessary infrastructure to serve the area. (Refer also to Section 8.3.10).

1.3.3 Local Area Plans 1.3.4 Local Area Plans in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown

Plans may be prepared in respect of any area, or an existing suburb of an urban area as well as areas in Since the introduction of the Planning and need of renewal or areas likely to be subject to large Development Act 2000 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown scale development. County Council has prepared a range of statutory Local Area Plans and one Strategic Development Zone One of the key messages outlined in the Department at Cherrywood. Table 1.3.1 below outlines the status of Environment, Community and Local Government of the various Plans currently in place, or proposed, publication ‘Local Area Plans, Guidelines for Planning in the County and also indicates their consistency Authorities’ (2013) is that Local Area Plans must be with the Core Strategy. Section 19 of the Act provides consistent with the Core Strategy of the County that a Planning Authority must commence a review Development Plan. The Core Strategy provides an of a Local Area Plan six years after the making of the objective evidence base to allow for an area to be previous Local Area Plan unless, not more than five zoned for development, which can then be delivered years after the making of the previous Local Area in a sustainable and planned manner through the Plan, the Planning Authority by resolution defers vehicles of an adopted statutory Local Area Plan. The commencing the Review process for a further period other key messages of the Guidelines in relation to of five years because it is considered that the Local Local Area Plans are: Area Plan remains consistent with objectives of the • The need for effective public consultation with County Development Plan and the Core Strategy. the community which will be affected by the The review of a number of Local Area Plans – Stillorgan, Local Area Plan - including children and young Woodbrook/Shanganagh and Glencullen has been people. deferred for a further five years as outlined in the • The importance of the Local Area Plan as a means table below. of identifying the mechanisms that will secure the implementation of the necessary physical, social and environmental infrastructure required to achieve the objectives of any Plan.

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Table 1.3.1: Local Area Plans. Compliance with Core Local Area Plan Plan Period Adopted Extended Strategy Woodbrook/Shanganagh 2006 10 years November November Quantum and type 1 - 2016 2006 2016 of development is in accordance with the Core Strategy.

Kiltiernan/Glenamuck 2013 5 years September 2013 Quantum and type of development is in accordance with the Core Strategy although some elements will be delivered over a longer horizon.

Stillorgan 2007 – 2017 10 years October 2007 October 2017 Quantum and type of development is in accordance with the Core Strategy.

Glencullen 2008 - 2018 10 years March 2008 March 2018 No major development proposed.

Deansgrange 2010 - 2020 10 years June 2010 Quantum and type of development is in accordance with the Core Strategy. Only a small amount of residential infill is proposed.

Goatstown, 2012 - 2018 6 years April 2012 Quantum and type of development is in accordance with the Core Strategy. Only a small amount of residential infill is proposed.

Draft Blackrock Local Area Plan

Dundrum Local Area Plan. New Plan to be prepared.

Sallynoggin New Plan to be prepared.

Old Conna New Plan to be Quantum and level of prepared when development will be infrastructural in accordance with the constraints are Core Strategy. overcome.

Stepaside Action Area Plan area New Plan to Quantum and level of to be extended to include parts be prepared development will be of Carrickmines and Glenamuck (Ballyogan and in accordance with the Environs LAP). Core Strategy.

1.3.4.1 Woodbrook-Shanganagh Shanganagh Castle which were rezoned in the 2004– 2010 County Development Plan. The Woodbrook-Shanganagh Local Area Plan 2006– The Plan lands are located in the greenbelt area 2016 sets out the framework for the development between Bray and Shankill and are within a major of two significant parcels of land at Woodbrook and multi-modal transport corridor which includes the M11 which can be easily accessed from the Plan lands

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and which, in turn, provides access to the M50. The Council in November 2006 and was nominally Old Dublin Road QBC fronts the development lands. valid for a period of 10 years, until November 2016. The DART line, with proposed access from a planned Amendments to the Planning and Development Act new station at Woodbrook, also runs through the 2010 meant that if the Council wanted to ensure that 1 Plan lands. The 2010-2016 County Development Plan the lifespan of the Plan remains statutorily valid for shows the Luas Line B2 extension from Brides Glen to 10 years, a resolution had to be made not later than Fassaroe with a spur east, which would run close to 5 years from the adoption of the Plan. A resolution to the Plan lands. This proposed alignment is retained in extend the life of the LAP was subsequently passed by the current County Development Plan. The National a further five years to November 2016. The extension Transport Authority’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft of the LAP provides Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Transport Strategy - 2030 Vision’ includes a measure Council and all other relevant stakeholders a further to extend the Luas Green line from Brides Glen to window of opportunity to resolve the continuing the Bray area, subject to the timing and scale of new infrastructural blockages and so help realise the development in this area and appraisal and economic strategic development objectives of the LAP. assessment. The `2030 Vision` document also makes reference to the fact that a comparative analysis with a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) alternative will be 1.3.4.2 Kiltiernan-Glenamuck undertaken prior to any final progression to Railway Order. The Kiltiernan/Glenamuck LAP was initially adopted in 2007. As Local Area Plans have a six-year lifespan, The Plan proposes a neighbourhood framework a revised version of the Plan was subsequently based on the provision of a high density urban form adopted by the Council in 2013. The Plan covers an that maximises the use of existing and proposed area of approximately 100 hectares - bounded to transport infrastructure and aims to reduce the need the north-west by the Stepaside Golf Course and the to travel. Two distinct urban nodes are proposed - one decommissioned Ballyogan Landfill, to the north-east at Woodbrook, which includes a new neighbourhood by the M50 Motorway corridor, to the west by the high centre, and the second at Shanganagh Castle which amenity foothills of the Dublin Mountains and to the will essentially be a reinforcement of the existing south by a relatively fertile agricultural plain stretching urban form immediately to the south of Shankill to The Scalp. It is anticipated that the Plan area will village. The Plan lands, when fully developed, will ultimately accommodate circa 2,500-3,000 residential accommodate an additional 5,000 to 6,000 persons units, a neighbourhood centre, two tranches of public in approximately 2,000 to 2,300 units. These figures open space and a large employment node adjacent to are based on net densities of 80 to 100 units per the established mixed-use development at the Park, hectare at Woodbrook and 65–75 units per hectare at Carrickmines. Shanganagh Castle. The key elements of the overall planning framework for No planning permissions for development have yet the area include the proposal to provide a bypass road been granted on the Woodbrook/Shanganagh lands of the Village Core of Kiltiernan, the implementation since the original adoption of the Local Area Plan in of a Neighbourhood Framework Plan to consolidate 2006 - primarily on the basis that there are continuing the Village Core, the graduation of residential deficiencies in relation to water and drainage densities, from higher densities adjacent to the Luas infrastructure. The Old Connaught-Woodbrook line to lower densities further removed from this main Water Supply Scheme is a major scheme required to public transport artery - and the implementation of a provide storage and distribution capacity for a wide centrally-located major public open space/school site. area extending from Cherrywood into north County Wicklow and including proposed development lands A number of changes to the Plan were made as part at Woodbrook, Old Conna, Ballyman, Rathmichael of the revision in 2013 – a reduction in the width of and Fassaroe (County Wicklow). In relation to foul the proposed new bypass roads to single carriageway drainage, the Shanganagh Sub-Catchment Drainage in each direction (with cycle lanes), some revised Scheme will form the basis of a new drainage network junction layouts, removal of a proposed ‘Link Road’ for much the same area. Irish Water has given a and the inclusion of the ‘Neighbourhood Framework commitment in their Proposed Capital Investment Plan’ to help guide the eventual development form of Programme 2014-2016 ‘To continue Planning and the Primary and Secondary Neighbourhood Centres - Business Case Review’ for the Old Connaught - with particular emphasis on such matters as proposed Woodbrook Water and Sewage Schemes. urban form, urban design features, architectural style and materials. Despite the efforts of the Council it remains a reality that the timetable for the delivery of critical water and In terms of built form, the LAP is quite prescriptive drainage infrastructure will be determined by Irish in relation to the permissible range of densities and Water, as set out in their Investment Programmes and building heights and generally seeks to echo the subject to the availability of requisite finance. relatively low-rise context of the surrounding area. Proposed residential densities are relatively modest, Woodbrook/Shanganagh Local Area Plan was in comparison with a number of the other Key adopted by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County

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Development areas better located in relation to public The Plan focuses on achieving improvements to the transport corridors. public realm by means of creating a civic core/space around the existing traffic node at the junction of While some infrastructural servicing objectives in the Kilmacud Road Lower and the Old Dublin Road. An area have been achieved in recent years, none of the enhanced pedestrian environment will be achieved major development objectives of the Local Area Plan 1 through the provision of bus-only and local vehicle- have been realised to date. only access on the Dublin Road near its junction with Kilmacud Road Lower. 1.3.4.3 Stillorgan 1.3.4.4 The lifetime of the Stillorgan Local Area Plan which Glencullen was originally adopted in 2007 has been extended Glencullen village and the surrounding area were by resolution to October 2017. The Local Area Plan included in the Glencullen Local Area Plan, adopted encompasses the lands around the intersection at in 2008 but subsequently extended to March 2018. It Lower Kilmacud Road, Old Dublin Road and The Hill encompasses an extensive rural upland area centred and includes a number of strategic sites including on the crossroads of Glencullen and including the the Stillorgan Shopping Centre, Leisureplex, the village, extending north along Ballyedmonduff Road, former Blakes site, the Stillorgan Shopping Centre south along Bridge Road to Glencullen Bridge, west overflow car park, Kilmacud Crokes GAA club lands to Boranaraltry Bridge and east along Ballybetagh and existing retail and commercial development on Road. The primary purpose of the Plan is to interpret Lower Kilmacud Road. The Plan seeks to address local and apply National and local rural planning policy, issues facing Stillorgan including traffic volumes and identify ‘at-risk’ aspects of Glencullen, establish its congestion and aims to promote a more pedestrian overall ‘carrying capacity’, give guidance on the nature friendly environment. The Plan identifies a vision for (type) and location of potential development and redevelopment of Stillorgan as a District Centre and the details of appropriate scale, form and design of Neighbourhood Centre with a strong sense of place. rural development the Planning Authority wishes to A land use strategy is outlined which focuses on the promote in the area. development of a high density retail core along the N11 incorporating higher density retail and residential The ‘Source Protection Plan’, to protect the potable uses, a medium density mixed-use area which water aquifer supply in the area, imposes significant includes the existing shopping centre, a lower density constraints on the development potential of the Plan mixed-use area focused on the existing areas which area. are zoned Neighbourhood Centre and a residential Included in the document is a Glencullen Rural Design area adjacent to the west and northwest boundaries Guide, which the Planning Authority believes has of the Plan lands. relevance and application to the entire rural hinterland of the County, not just the Plan area. Applications for

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housing in the rural parts of the County are assessed sterilised a portion of the Plan lands and has had an against the Glencullen Rural Design Guide and other overall negative impact on the wider area. Spatially relevant policy documents. the crossroads is the focal point in the area but it is hampered by traffic volumes and congestion and 1 displays little ‘sense of place’ although The Goat pub 1.3.4.5 Old Conna is a significant local landmark.

The Old Conna LAP area extends to some 182 hectares, The LAP sets out a vision for the area to create a of which 66 hectares comprises residentially zoned distinctive and vibrant urban village. Good principles lands – the remainder comprising greenbelt. The of urban design, as outlined in the Department zoned development lands are centred around an of Environment, Heritage and Local Government established historic village core. The Local Area Plan ‘Urban Design Manual’ (2009), underpin the Plan’s lands were rezoned in the 2004 – 2010 Dún Laoghaire- policies and objectives. Of major benefit to the Plan Rathdown County development Plan. will be the proposed Blueline Bus Rapid Transit Corridor which is proposed to run from St. Vincent’s The 2010 - 2016 County Development Plan shows the Hospital to Sandyford via University College Dublin Luas Line B2 extension from Brides Glen to Fassaroe and Goatstown. The BRT will utilise part of the road crossing the Plan lands. The National Transport reservation for the Eastern Bypass. Two proposed Authority’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport stops or stations are located in the Plan lands – Strategy – 2030 Vision’ includes a measure to extend Mount Anville and Goatstown. The Council is reliant the already operational Luas Green line from Brides on Central Government and other agencies for the Glen to the Bray area, subject to the timing and delivery of public transport infrastructure and it is scale of new development in this area and appraisal noted that a commitment is given in the National and economic assessment. The vision also makes Transport Authority’s ‘Greater Dublin Area, Draft reference to the fact that a comparative analysis with Transportation Strategy - 2030 Vision’ (2011), to assess a BRT alternative will be undertaken prior to any final this BRT proposal and examine whether it can be progression to Railway Order. integrated into the wider bus priority network. To date there remain fundamental deficiencies in Individual Site Framework Strategies are included in relation to water and drainage infrastructure (Refer the LAP for lands at The Goat, the Topaz Garage site, also to Section 1.3.4.1 above). lands at Knockrabo, the former Victor Motors site and The provision of a quality public transport system the Irish Glass Bottle site. will be subject to Central Government and NTA assessment, albeit alternative public transport options 1.3.4.7 to the Luas proposal could be investigated as part of Deansgrange any Local Area Plan process. At the present time it is The Deansgrange Local Area Plan was adopted in difficult to have any certainty on when development 2010 and covers the area within 500 metres radius will take place at Old Conna. The A1 zoning effectively of Deansgrange Crossroads. It includes part, or all, safeguards the area for future strategic development of Deansgrange Village, Deansgrange Cemetery, in accordance with an approved Local Area Plan. Deansgrange Business Park, Pottery Road Business Should the required infrastructure become available, Park and St Fintan’s Park. The aim of the Local or at least committed to, during the lifetime of the Area Plan is to set out development guidelines County Development Plan the Local Area Plan can aimed at working towards a more attractive urban then be prepared. The advantage of the A1 zoning environment in Deansgrange. The Plan identifies a is that it safeguards the area from any incremental number of potential redevelopment areas – including development that would undermine its strategic the former Statoil garage on the Deansgrange Road, importance and also allows the development planned the Old Factory off Abbey Road and the Deansgrange for the area to be included in the Core Strategy for the Business Park. One site identified, the former AIB County. premises at the corner of Kill Lane/Clonkeen Road, has subsequently been redeveloped in accordance with 1.3.4.6 Goatstown the objectives of the Local Area Plan. The Plan recognises the conflicting demands of The Goatstown Local Area Plan was adopted in April vehicular traffic through the Plan area - congestion 2012. The Plan area includes the heavily trafficked due to access to Deansgrange Business Park, retail intersection at Goatstown and extends to incorporate elements and schools - versus the demand for the predominantly residential areas of Knocknashee, pedestrian activity at the crossroads. The Plan area Taney, Larchfield, Hollywood, Farmhill, Willowfield and includes a sizeable portion of land which is zoned Goatstown Close. It also includes the neighbourhood for employment-related uses at the Deansgrange centres at Willowfield and Larchfield, Mount Anville Business Park and the Pottery Road Business Park and, School, Taney Hall and potential development lands whilst there may be issues with traffic congestion, at Knockrabo. The continuing requirement for a accessibility, layout and urban realm, these lands reservation for the Eastern Bypass has effectively provide an opportunity for office-based employment

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generation, positive synergy with the local community and linkages to nearby Third Level Institutions i.e. IADT. The Plan stipulates that any major development proposals in respect of employment zoned lands in the Deansgrange Business Park be brought forward 1 in the context of a Master Plan. With regard to residential development the focus in the Plan is on retaining and consolidating existing population levels by way of infill and an element of residential within the neighbourhood centre areas - and also within the Deansgrange Business Park - to allow for passive surveillance of Clonkeen Park.

1.3.4.8 Blackrock

Following on from an objective contained in the County Development Plan 2010 - 2014 a draft Local Area Plan has been prepared for Blackrock. The Plan covers an area of 76 hectares and includes the Village, Main Street, Newtown Avenue and Rock Hill, the Seafront, the Frascati and Blackrock Shopping Centres and a wider area which encompasses a portion of collector road at minimum 90 metre intervals and Blackrock Park and areas to the south of the Bypass with each spur road serving circa 250 residential units. - Dunardagh, St Teresa’s, Rockfield Park and Cluain Mhuire (off Newtownpark Avenue) and Employment Inherent flexibility was built into the Plan which zoned lands off Carysfort Avenue. aimed to guide development over a 10 year horizon. Since 2000 significant residential and infrastructural Central to the Plan is the re-establishment of links, development has occurred in the Plan lands. The area and improved connectivity, between the Village, to the south-east of the Kilgobbin Road, including the the Seafront and Blackrock Park. Objectives include local distributor road, has been successfully developed proposals for a viewing terrace and upgraded access and now functions as a semi-mature residential area facility located in the vicinity of the existing pedestrian including the developments of Aiken’s Village and over bridge across the railway line, a new entrance to Belarmine. Elements of the central Greenway Spine Blackrock Park at Rock Hill and the implementation of are also in place and development has taken place to a Village Improvement Scheme along Main Street and the south-east of the Kilgobbin Road including Cruagh Rock Hill. The Plan also addresses the severing caused Wood and Wingfield. These new development areas by the Blackrock Bypass and the very heavy traffic that to the south-east of the Kilgobbin Road are accessed it carries. from Stepaside Village and the Enniskerry Road as the Sites with development potential have been identified. new collector Loop Road off Ballyogan Road has still to Very clear objectives have been set out in the form of be fully realised. Site Framework Strategies for both the St Teresa’s, Any future development on the residential Dunardagh and Cluain Mhuire site on Temple Hill / development parcels along the Ballyogan Road will be Newtownpark Avenue and also for the former Europa in very close proximity to the Luas Greenline and as garage site on Newtown Avenue. such should be of relatively high density. Given that the Plan dates from 2000 it is considered 1.3.4.9 Stepaside that it would be timely to effect a review and preparation of a new statutory Local Area Plan during The Stepaside Action Area Plan (2000) was adopted the lifetime of this Development Plan - particularly prior to the enactment of the Planning and addressing the issues of provision of the second Development Act 2000 and covered a land area of 340 collector Loop Road off the Ballyogan Road, the need hectares, of which, at the time, the bulk of the northern to ensure the maintenance of higher densities in close portion was already developed. The development proximity to quality public transport corridors, further framework which emerged, following on from a development of the central Greenway Spine (including comprehensive public consultation process, focused addressing issue of permeability, pedestrian and cycle on two distinct development areas located either side links to the LUAS) to the planned Jamestown Park of a central historical Kilgobbin core and ultimately and beyond to the employment and to retail areas linked by a Greenway Spine running along the at The Park Carrickmines. The review may involve Ballyogan Stream Valley. The two development areas extending the area to include parts of Carrickmines were to be served by two separate local collector Loop and Glenamuck and the, as yet undeveloped, Horse Roads each providing access to various development Racing Ireland lands north of the M50 corridor. As such parcels with roads planned to spur off from the main

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it is considered that any new LAP would be entitled and street art. There is a particular need for `Ballyogan and Environs LAP`. improved soft landscaping along the Main Street. • The selection of paving materials of appropriate 1.3.4.10 Dundrum type and finish to enhance and distinguish the 1 historic centre of Dundrum in the vicinity of An Urban Framework Plan was prepared for Dundrum the Protected Structures and any Architectural in 2003, in anticipation of the significant level of Conservation Area, while allowing other areas to change planned and predicted for Dundrum Town develop with a separate style. Centre. This Urban Framework Plan was incorporated • The planned provision of significant additional into the 2010-2016 County Development Plan. While it off-street and underground car parking provision is acknowledged that Dundrum has been transformed with appropriate access routes (both surface since the opening of the Dundrum Shopping Centre in and sub-surface). This will help minimise vehicle 2004 it is considered that the Urban Framework Plan movements and facilitate the complete removal of needs to be revisited, given that certain anticipated surface parking from the Main Street, immediately developments have not yet taken place and also that connected streets and surrounding residential the original Urban Framework Plan dates from 2003. areas. A new Local Area Plan will be prepared during the To facilitate increased penetration by buses as lifetime of this Plan. The Plan will address many of the • part of the Quality Bus Network, with particular projects and initiatives which were initially identified emphasis on improved orbital routes linking in the 2003 Plan including: Tallaght - Dundrum - Dún Laoghaire. • Implementation of the environmental The provision of cycle facilities, including a linked improvement scheme for the Main Street. • cycle network and additional cycle parking. • The comprehensive redevelopment of the environs The provision of a wide range of employment, of the William Dargan Bridge undercroft, Usher • leisure, entertainment, cultural, hotel and House and Waldemar Terrace. This area provides a restaurant uses in the Town Centre to create significant opportunity to create a new focal point activity and enliven. and sense of enclosure at the northern ‘gateway’ to the Main Street. At present this area is dominated • The provision of additional residential uses in the by heavy vehicular traffic volumes. Town Centre including ‘Living Over the Shop’ and stand alone developments including schemes for • Continuing the regime of strict control of the elderly – if and where appropriate. In this way advertising and building facades through the the existing residential use in the Town Centre can Development Management process. be strengthened and consolidated. • The provision of a pedestrian-friendly and traffic- The conservation, preservation and re-use of calmed environment along the Main Street with • historic and interesting buildings, including groups particular care being paid to paving materials, or blocks of such buildings like existing terraces. modern public lighting, hard and soft landscaping These form an established part of the town and contribute to its overall character.

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• The reinstatement and strengthening of the urban Local Area Plan boundary is included in the Draft Plan fabric along the Main Street and the Sandyford Road maps. – including infilling gap sites where appropriate. This applies especially to the northern edge of the Town Centre where a lively and mixed commercial 1.3.4.12 Dún Laoghaire and Environs 1 presence is required. Similar regeneration criteria apply to the refurbishment of the remaining It is the intention of the Council to prepare a Local Area dwellings and businesses on Sandyford Road Plan for the Dún Laoghaire and Environs Area during immediately south of the Dundrum Cross. the lifetime of the Development Plan. An indicative Local Area Plan boundary is included on the Draft Plan • The development of a comprehensive pedestrian Maps. walkway network connecting and linking key destinations - including the Dundrum Shopping Centre, the Dundrum and Ballaly Luas stops, Main Street/Sandyford Road, Sweetmount Park and a series of internal Town Squares. There is a 1.3.5 Urban Framework Plans recognition that the insertion of the Dundrum and Wyckham Bypasses inevitably creates a degree of severance – both physical and perceived - between Table 1.3.2: Urban and Neighbourhood the Town Centre core and its, generally, residential Framework Plans (non statutory). hinterland. The proposed footpath network should, therefore, seek to mitigate this severance using Name a variety of mechanisms including pedestrian Dún Laoghaire Urban Refer to Appendix 12 bridges at key locations, pedestrian priority- Framework Plan controlled junctions and other mechanisms. Sandyford Urban Referto Appendix 15 • To produce a more robust streetscape by sensitive Framework Plan infilling of gaps in the urban fabric, reducing setbacks where appropriate and encouraging new buildings close to the public footpath. 1.3.5.1 Dún Laoghaire Urban Framework • All new building interventions shall respect Plan (Refer to Appendix 12) and have cognisance of the scale, materials and character of the existing established Town Centre The Urban Framework Plan for Dún Laoghaire sets (especially of the Main Street/Sandyford Road to out a clear and coherent vision to assist and guide include the Upper Kilmacud Road and Ballinteer the ongoing development that will contribute to Road between the Luas line and the Dundrum the physical regeneration of Dún Laoghaire Town. Bypass) and the residential amenity of the The Plan encompasses the area from Sandycove to surrounding area. ‘The Gut’ at the West Pier and to the laneways that • Examination of the provision of open space areas run parallel with George’s Street. It extends the and linkages between same. length of George’s Street from Park Road to Clarence Street taking in the retail and commercial core of A proposed boundary for the nascent Local Area Plan Dún Laoghaire Town Centre. The Urban Framework is shown on the Development Plan maps (refer to Plan provides the basis for detailed design of various Map Nos. 1 and 2) and this boundary encompasses a constituent elements. It helps creates an overarching larger area than the original 2003 Urban Framework coherent structure, which can then form the basis for Plan - in recognition of the fact that a new Local Area the design of individual developments proposed for Plan needs to address the relationship of the Major specific sites or locations. Town Centre area with the surrounding residential, commercial and amenity areas. The Plan area will be Considerable progress has been made in recent bounded by the Central Mental Hospital lands to the years in realising the strategic objectives of the north, the boundary of the Goatstown Local Area Plan Dún Laoghaire Urban Framework Plan and this has and Airfield to the east, the greenspace which forms provided ongoing impetus for the rejuvenation of part of the Ardglas estate to the south and Ballinteer the area. Notable recent achievements have included Road and the LUAS line to the west. This boundary the construction of dlr LexIcon which has been sited may, however, be altered on foot of the pre-draft and designed to strengthen the links between the public consultation phase of the Local Area Plan. Town Centre and the Waterfront. The Metals Projects Phases 1 and 2, when completed, will create a linear park linking dlr LexIcon and the Town Hall with the 1.3.4.11 Sallynoggin recently refurbished Peoples Park. The combined input of these projects, which also anticipates the proposed It is the intention of the Council to prepare a Local works at the Old Baths site being implemented soon, Area Plan for the Sallynoggin area during the lifetime is the first step in reconnecting the Town Centre to the of the Development Plan. The detailed extent of the amenities of the Harbour and the Waterfront.

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Notwithstanding these achievements, challenges Notwithstanding the fact that the Urban remain. The Urban Framework Plan will seek to Framework Plan is now more than three years old, develop and expand the residential population of the fundamentals are considered to remain robust the area creating demand for local services and will with limited changes required other than those 1 also build on the cultural, leisure and educational relating primarily to the phasing of development. opportunities afforded by the completion of dlr Little development has occurred in Sandyford during LexIcon. Future opportunities within the historic the lifetime of the previous 2010 – 2016 County Harbour area must also be directed and nuanced to Development Plan but a number of the infrastructural benefit and strengthen both the Town Centre and the projects identified in the Sandyford UFP have now wider area. been implemented which will, in turn, allow for more significant future development. Future initiatives will emphasise strengthening the Town Centre by creating new physical links for cyclists and pedestrians to the Waterfront, to Blackrock, to Monkstown and Glasthule Villages and to the wider residential hinterland including the new housing developments at Honeypark. Emulating the success 1.3.6 The Villages of Dún of `The Metals’ will encourage greater footfall into Laoghaire-Rathdown the Town Centre from the surrounding villages and hinterland and, by building on a growing culture of cycling and walking, will help create a unique identity One notable characteristic of Dún Laoghaire- and ambience for Dún Laoghaire. Rathdown is how the built up area has largely formed around and has spread out from its historic villages Three themes underpin the Urban Framework Plan, and towns. These centres add greatly to the individual namely: character of the County and help to provide a positive • Reconnecting the Town Centre to the Waterfront. `sense of place` and identity as well as providing for local shopping and amenities for social interaction. • Creating Vitality. It is Council policy that this will be supported and • Strengthening Links with Adjoining Areas. strengthened and that resources, where available, will be directed to support this role.

1.3.5.2 To this end the Council will, during the lifetime of this Sandyford Urban Framework Plan Plan, and subject to resources - carry out an audit of (Refer to Appendix 15) the existing towns and villages examining their role and function into the future. The purpose of this The Sandyford Urban Framework Plan (UFP) was will be to enhance their capacity to support public adopted by way of a Variation to the County life. It will examine, inter alia: available facilities, the Development Plan 2010-2016 in September 2011. potential in achieving better energy efficiency, the The Plan was prepared to respond to the fact that use of smart technology and their position within the development in Sandyford, had, in previous years retail hierarchy. The audit will enable the Council to occurred at an unprecedented pace and in an prioritise and direct actions for the improvement of uncoordinated and piecemeal fashion. the County’s towns and villages with particular focus The UFP puts forward a coherent Plan-led strategy to on the development of better public realms. ensure the considered development of the Sandyford Business District - primarily as an employment area but with complementary mixed-uses including residential, commercial, retail and open space. The Plan-led strategy will ensure that development takes place in a manner that will attract investment and employment and provide for sustainable living. The focus is on developing the heart of Sandyford. Land uses in the Plan have been allocated based on a logic and rationale that examines the quantum of development which can realistically be carried on the Plan lands. Considerable infrastructural investment has occurred in Sandyford and it is important to ensure optimal return from that investment - there is a need therefore, to develop more than just a `nine-to- five` life in Sandyford. Statutorily, the existing Urban Framework Plan forms part of the County Development Plan and, as such, the UFP requires to be reviewed as part of the County Development Plan process.

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31 Vision Statement: To develop sustainable and successful communities across the County both through the continuing consolidation and redevelopment of the established built up areas, and the promotion of new, compact mixed–use urban villages optimally located in greenfield areas well served by existing or planned public transport networks and where residents will be within walking distance of supporting social and community infrastructure – including shops, services, employment opportunities, schools and leisure facilities.

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2.1 Residential Development

accommodated using two quite different models, 2.1.1 Introduction namely: • Through the continuing promotion of additional infill accommodation in existing town and district The overall strategic objective of housing policy in centres at public transport nodes, brownfield sites Ireland is “…to enable all households access good quality and established residential areas. 2 housing appropriate to household circumstances and in their particular community of choice”. (Housing Policy • The creation of new residential/mixed-use Statement, June 2011). In terms of spatial planning the sustainable communities at already identified overall objective in relation to housing is the creation greenfield growth nodes proximate to planned of sustainable neighbourhoods. In a predominantly strategic public transport corridors. urban county such as Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown this translates into the creation of new communities serviced by high quality transport links, in addition to sensitive infill and re-use of brownfield sites in areas already served by public transport and close to 2.1.2 Housing Strategy established social and community infrastructure.

This Chapter sets out the objectives for residential The preparation of a Housing Strategy is a mandatory development in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown over requirement under the Planning and Development the lifetime of this Development Plan 2016-2022. Act 2000 - 2012. An Interim Housing Strategy for the Residential development in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown period 2016-2022 has been prepared and is included is set within the context of overarching National, as Appendix 2 accompanying the Written Statement. Regional and local policy guidance documents - all of The primary objectives of the interim Housing which are comprehensively set out in Appendix 1. Strategy are: In accordance with National, Regional and local (i) to enable every household to have available to imperatives the majority of future population growth it an affordable dwelling of good quality, suited within the County needs to be accommodated in to its needs, and in the context of a high quality the Metropolitan urban area. The growth of future environment, and households in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown will be (ii) to ensure that Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council provides for the development of sufficient

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housing to meet its obligations as set out in the deliver c. 30,800 or 3,800 units per annum over the Regional Planning Guidelines for the Greater period 2014 to 2022. Sufficient land is currently zoned Dublin Area 2010- 2022. for c. 30,000 units. The Housing Strategy is a pivotal component of the Actual delivery of housing units over the lifetime Development Plan process as it must: of the 2010 – 2016 Plan has been very low as a consequence of the economic climate and market • Estimate housing needs, and ensure that zoned and conditions. Only 260 no. houses were completed in serviced land is available. (Refer to Core Strategy 2013 - creating a huge anomaly between actual output Section 1.2). and projected outputs. However, with latent demand • Provide, as a general policy, that a specific for housing, particularly in the Dublin Region, and 2 percentage (not exceeding 20%) of land zoned given Government policy as outlined in ‘Construction for residential use, or for a mixture of residential 2020’ (May 2014) the Development Plan has a key role and other uses, be reserved for social/affordable to act as a catalyst for positive change and progress housing. and to plan for future growth in the County. • Ensure a mix of house types and sizes for different The Council must continue to utilise all policy avenues categories of households. available to it to ensure the optimum delivery of residential units over the duration of this Plan from • Counteract undue segregation between different both the public and private sectors. In seeking to social backgrounds. secure this objective the Development Plan response in relation to residential development will focus on three interrelated strands, namely: • Increasing the supply of housing. 2.1.3 Housing – Supply and • Ensuring an appropriate mix, type and range of Demand housing. • Promoting the development of balanced The Housing Strategy is a very numerically-based sustainable communities. process taking into account the interrelated issues of projected household growth, housing land availability and supply, demographic profile and house prices. The issue of supply of zoned land and the provision of units to meet the targets as set out in the Regional Planning Guidelines has already been addressed in the Core Strategy (Refer to Section 1.2). The Core Strategy outlines how Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is required to

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2.1.3 (i) Increase the Supply of Housing

2.1.3.1 Policy RES1: Supply of Zoned Land

It is Council policy to seek to ensure that sufficient zoned land is available to satisfy the housing requirements of the County over the lifetime of the Plan thereby meeting the household/population targets set by the Regional Planning Guidelines. 2 As a predominantly Metropolitan County, housing delivery will continue to be focused on strengthening the urban form of the County. This will be achieved by densifying and consolidating established town and district centres – particularly at public transport nodes - continuing sensitive infill development and supporting new housing growth along key new public transport corridors throughout the County. Locating homes beside established social, community and retail structures lessens the needs to travel by car thereby reducing emissions of greenhouse gases and reducing carbon footprint.

2.1.3.2 Policy RES2: Implementation of Interim Housing Strategy

It is Council policy to facilitate the implementation and delivery of the interim Housing Strategy 2016 – 2022. • Will constitute the best use of resources available The Council has prepared an Interim Housing Strategy to the Planning Authority to ensure an adequate in anticipation of the Department of Environment supply of social housing and any financial Community and Local Government’s forthcoming implications of the agreement for its functions as Planning Bill and subsequent Act which will include a Housing Authority. a review of Part V. It is the intention to review and finalise the Housing Strategy if and when Part V is • The need to counteract undue segregation in altered during the lifetime of this Plan. Any review housing between persons of different social shall take into account of the Government’s ‘Social background in the area of the Authority. Housing Strategy 2020’. • Is in accordance with the provisions of the The Interim Housing Strategy provides that a 20% Development Plan. social housing requirement will be applied in relation • The timeframe within which housing referred to all sites that are: to in Section 94(4) (a) is likely to be provided as a (i) residentially zoned, or consequence of the agreement. (ii) mixed use development proposals including Consideration will also be given to housing market residential on any zoning in the County, unless it conditions prevailing at the time of entering into any is of a type otherwise stated to have a reduced/ such agreement. modified obligation or is otherwise exempted. Specific exemptions to Part V where a reduced social/ The application of the 20% requirement to particular affordable element may be acceptable are: lands, will be determined both by the provisions of the • Third level student accommodation of the type Act and the requirements of the Housing Strategy. that has/or would have otherwise qualified for In deciding upon the type of agreement to be tax relief under Section 50 of the Finance Act 1999 entered into, the Planning Authority shall consider, in (Refer also to Policy RES12). accordance with the Planning and Development Acts, • Where it is proposed that a site or a portion whether the agreement: of a site is to be developed for elderly persons • Will contribute effectively and efficiently to the accommodation (Refer also to Policy RES9). achievement of the objectives of the Housing Strategy.

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2.1.3.3 Policy RES3: Residential Density* maximise the use of zoned and serviced residential land. Consolidation through sustainable higher densities allows for a more compact urban form It is Council policy to promote higher residential that more readily supports an integrated public densities provided that proposals ensure a balance transport system. This has the potential to reduce between the reasonable protection of existing the urban and carbon footprint of the County. While residential amenities and the established character it is acknowledged that there appears to be a current of areas, with the need to provide for sustainable short term market-led demand for own door houses, residential development. In promoting more compact, the Development Plan has a much wider role in good quality, higher density forms of residential determining the ‘bigger picture’ over a longer time development it is Council policy to have regard to frame. Widespread endorsement of lower density the policies and objectives contained in the following standards would undermine the very development Guidelines: imperatives that are required to provide and support • ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban high capacity public transport modes and the Areas’ (DoEHLG 2009). promotion of sustainable residential communities. • ‘Urban Design Manual - A Best Practice Guide’ ‘Construction 2020’ makes reference to two key (DoEHLG 2009). findings of the National Housing Agency (April 2014): • ‘Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities’ (i) nationally 80,000 dwelling are required for the (DoEHLG 2007). period 2014 – 2018 or 16,000 per annum (with 47% of that number in the Dublin Region), and • ‘Irish Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets’ (DTTaS & DoECLG, 2013). (ii) 57% of all households in the Dublin Region over this period will be for one or two person households. • ‘National Climate Change Adaptation Framework This has implications for the type of housing - Building Resilience to Climate Change’ (DoECLG, required. 2013). It is acknowledged, however, that higher densities and Policy in relation to density will also be informed by infill development can result in loss of gardens and the Department of the Environment, Community green spaces in urban areas and that these spaces and Local Government and the National Transport can play a role in climate change adaptation. There Authority non-statutory Study ‘Planning and is, therefore, a need to balance between achieving Development of Large-Scale, Rail Focussed Residential higher densities with the retention of green spaces. Areas in Dublin’ (2013) and ‘Construction 2020 - A Strategy for a Renewed Construction Sector’ (2014). The Government issued guidance to Planning Authorities in 2009 through the document The question of density plays an important part in ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas’ ensuring that the best use is made of land intended and the accompanying ‘Urban Design Manual’. These for development. The Development Plan seeks to

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Guidelines include recommendations regarding The Kickstart Approach appropriate densities for various types of locations. The ‘Kickstart’ Incremental Development Approach Where a site is located within circa 1 kilometre as outlined in the Department of Environment, pedestrian catchment of a rail station, Luas line, BRT, Community and Local Government and the Priority 1 Quality Bus Corridor and/or 500 metres of National Transport Authority Study ‘Planning and a Bus Priority Route, and/or 1 kilometre of a Town or Development of Large-Scale, Rail Focussed Residential District Centre, higher densities at a minimum of 50 areas in Dublin’, (2013) applies primarily to large scale units per hectare will be encouraged. development nodes proximate to the Luas Greenline including such areas as Sandyford, Cherrywood, As a general rule the minimum default density Stepaside and Carrickmines. for new residential developments in the County The ‘Kickstart’ Incremental Development Approach, 2 (excluding lands on zoning Objectives ‘GB’, ‘G’ and ‘B’) shall be 35 units per hectare. This density may not be while allowing initial residential development at a appropriate in all instances, but will serve as a general lower density, nevertheless requires delivery of an guidance rule, particularly in relation to ‘greenfield’ overall higher density through phased development sites or larger ‘A’ zoned areas. Consideration in (50 units per hectare net density throughout an entire relation to densities and layout may be given where site) in order to support high capacity public transport proposals involve existing older structures that have infrastructure. inherent vernacular and/or streetscape value and This approach is aimed at improving the marketability where retention would be in the interests of visual of a scheme in its early stages, which may not be an and residential amenity and sustaining the overall issue in some areas of the County that are mature character of the area. Some dispensation in relation high value residential locations. to separation distances, open space requirements and density considerations may also be appropriate. (Refer This approach can only take place where a legally also to Section 6.1 Archaeology and Architectural binding agreement, which has addressed overall Heritage) phasing of development throughout the larger area, has been reached between the developer and In some circumstances higher residential density the Planning Authority. Any such agreement will development may be constrained by Architectural be required to clearly demonstrate how eventually Conservation Areas (ACA) and Candidate Architectural overall higher densities are to be achieved. Conservation Areas (cACA) designations, Protected Structures and other heritage designations. To The gestation for the development of the ‘Kickstart’ enhance and protect ACA’s, cACA’s, Heritage Sites, approach was early 2012. Economic circumstances Record of Monuments and Places, Protected Structures have already changed and will continue to change and their settings new residential development will over the lifetime of this Plan. It is questionable as to be required to minimise any adverse effect in terms of whether the ‘Kickstart’ approach remains relevant height, scale, massing and proximity. now or into the future. There may be some specific areas of the County where higher densities, which would normally be encouraged by virtue of proximity of the site to high public transport corridors, cannot realistically be achieved as a consequence of other infrastructural shortcomings – such as the capacity of the local road network. The number of such sites would, however, be limited.

Notable Character Area Exclusions There are significant parts of Dalkey and Killiney characterised by low density development. Some of these areas have been identified as areas where no increase in the number of residential buildings will normally be permitted (i.e. the ‘0/0’ zone). However, much of this area lies close to the DART line where higher densities would, in normal circumstances, be encouraged. Sensitive infill development will be considered in these areas on suitable sites, where such development would not detract from the unique character of the area either visually or by generating traffic volumes which would necessitate road widening or other significant improvements. (Refer also to Section 8.2.3.4.

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2.1.3.4 Policy RES4: Existing Housing Stock •• development of mews buildings and other and Densification* infill accommodation which is in harmony with existing buildings.

It is Council policy to improve and conserve housing • Support ‘Living-Over-the-Shop’ schemes. stock of the County, to densify existing built-up areas Encourage residential use of the upper floors and to retain and improve residential amenities in of existing commercial properties in retail/ established residential communities. commercial areas including in the environs of Dún Laoghaire, Glasthule, Dalkey, Sandycove, Blackrock, The existing housing stock of the County provides a Monkstown and Dundrum. (Refer also to Section valuable resource in terms of meeting the needs of a 8.2.3.4(ix)). 2 growing population and its retention and management is of considerable importance. Retaining existing • Prevent any new development or change of use housing stock is recognition that suitable greenfield which would seriously reduce the amenity of lands, particularly in a very small County such as Dún nearby dwellings. Laoghaire-Rathdown, are a very finite resource which • Prevent dereliction/decay of existing dwellings. must be managed carefully to achieve sustainable development whilst protecting the Council’s rural/ • Prevent the inappropriate change of use of existing high amenity hinterland. There is the need to retain residential properties to non-residential uses. residential services and amenities in existing built- In terms of protecting residential amenity, the zoning up areas. It is important to stem population loss in objectives for residential areas are framed so as to these areas by promoting and encouraging additional exclude non-compatible uses. In older residential dwelling units. Implementation of this policy will suburbs, infill will be encouraged while still protecting necessitate the use of the Council’s powers under the character of these areas. Any new communities planning - and other associated legislation - to: and additional residential units to be integrated into • Encourage densification of the existing suburbs established residential areas shall be designed to in order to help retain population levels – by ‘infill’ the highest standards and be capable of adapting to housing. Infill housing in existing suburbs should changing household requirements. respect or complement the established dwelling Retention and adaption of existing housing stock type in terms of materials used, roof type, etc. will be further encouraged by facilitating suitably • Actively promote and facilitate: designed domestic extensions (Refer also to Section 8.2.3.4(i)). The Planning Authority proposes to produce •• conversion of existing housing stock to a specific Design Guide for domestic extensions, accommodate a larger number of households - within the lifetime of this Development Plan, subject principally by subdivision of larger-than-average to available resources. family houses - in well serviced urban areas. In certain specific circumstances the Council will encourage the retention of existing houses that, while not Protected Structures or located within an ACA, do have their own merit and/or contribute beneficially to the area in terms of visual amenity, character or accommodation type - particularly those in areas consisting of exemplar 19th and 20th century buildings and estates (Refer also to Section 6.3.6, Policy AR14 and Section 8.2.3.4(xiv)).

2.1.3.5 Policy RES5: Institutional Lands

Where distinct parcels of land are in institutional use (such as education, residential or other such uses) and are proposed for redevelopment, it is Council policy to retain the open character and/or recreational amenity of these lands wherever possible, subject to the context of the quantity of provision of existing open space in the general environs. It is recognised that many institutions in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown are undergoing change for various reasons. Protecting and facilitating the open and landscaped ‘parkland’ settings and the activities of these institutions is encouraged. Where a well established institution plans to close, rationalise or relocate, the Council will endeavour to reserve the

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use of the lands for other institutional uses, especially portion of the site has been disposed of but a school if the site has an open and landscaped setting and use remains on the residual part of the site.) recreational amenities are provided. Where no demand for an alternative institutional use is evident or foreseen, the Council may permit alternative uses- 2.1.3.6 Policy RES6: Mews Lane Housing subject to the zoning objectives of the area and the open character of the lands being retained. It is Council policy to facilitate measured and proportionate mews lane housing development in A minimum open space provision of 25% of the total suitable locations. site area (or a population based provision in accordance with Section 8.2.8.2 whichever is the greater) will be Policy RES6 will be strictly limited to specific locations required on Institutional Lands. This provision must where it can be demonstrated that proposals be sufficient to maintain the open character of the respect and do not injure the existing built form, site with development proposals structured around scale, character, finishes and heritage of the area, existing features and layout, particularly by reference subject to both the provisions of legislative heritage to retention of trees, boundary walls and other protection and the protection of the built and natural features as considered necessary by the Council (Refer heritage prescribed in this Development Plan. Many also to Section 8.2.3.4(xi) and 8.2.8). of the existing mews lanes (historic stable lanes) in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown are capable of providing In the development of such lands, average net interesting and attractive residential environments. densities should be in the region of 35 - 50 units p/ha. Their development could make a useful, if limited, In certain instances higher densities will be allowed contribution to the overall housing stock, help prevent where it is demonstrated that they can contribute the emergence of obsolete backland areas, and assist towards the objective of retaining the open character densification of established areas in accordance with and/or recreational amenities of the lands. In certain the principles of sustainable development. (Refer also locations, the required 25% open space requirement to Section 8.2.3.4(x)). may be relaxed where higher densities would normally be encouraged - such as sites closely proximate to The design and finish of mews lane developments quality public transport corridors – and/or where should reflect the characteristic features of the there is existing high quality parkland located nearby surrounding area taking into account local materials. the subject site. The Council will evaluate development proposals in accordance with the criteria set out in the In cases of rationalisation of an existing institutional Development Management Section (Refer also to use, as opposed to the complete cessation of that use, Section 8.2). the possible need for the future provision of additional facilities related to the residual retained institutional use retained on site may require to be taken into account. (This particularly applies to schools where a

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2.1.3 (ii) Categories of House Types, Sizes & mix of housing and implementing measures to Tenures mitigate against undue segregation of tenure types is also important. Providing a good mix of house types creates 2.1.3.7 Policy RES7: Overall Housing Mix neighbourhoods for people of different ages and lifestyles. Encouraging good housing mix also allows people the choice and opportunity to remain in a given It is Council policy to encourage the establishment area while availing of accommodation that caters to of sustainable residential communities by ensuring their changing needs at particular stages of their life. that a wide variety of housing and apartment types, This concept is explained as the ‘Lifecycle Approach’ sizes and tenures is provided within the County in 2 and is a core objective underpinning the guidelines accordance with the provisions of the Interim Housing ‘Delivering Homes, Sustaining Communities’ (DoEHLG, Strategy. 2007). This approach helps foster a greater sense of The Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, community and allows for increased social inclusion. requires Development Plans to take into account the The ‘Development Management’ Section (Section need to ensure that a mixture of house types, sizes 8.2.3) contains further details regarding the Council’s and tenures is developed to reasonably match the requirements in relation to mix of house types and requirements of different categories of households. sizes to address specific sets of circumstances. The provision of a range of housing types and sizes in the County will increase in importance as trends show a decline in family housing and an increase in 2.1.3.8 Policy RES8: Provision of Social elderly and single person households. Many of the Housing new households that will form in the County during the period of this Development Plan will be below It is Council policy to promote the provision of social the current average size and will often consist of one housing in accordance with the projects outlined or two persons. The overall aim is to have a balance in the Council’s Interim Housing Strategy and of housing types and tenure in the County that Government policy as outlined in the DoECLG ‘Social reflects this changing household composition and is Housing Strategy 2020’. responsive to the local context. Government policy seeks to ensure that each It is an objective of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown that household has accommodation appropriate to its all housing developments, including apartment needs at a price or rent it can afford, and to provide for developments, contain an acceptable proportion of persons who are unable to provide accommodation larger flexible units to ensure that such developments from their own resources. Part V of the Planning and are sustainable and provide suitable and viable long- Development Act 2000 (as amended) is only one such term options for families. Providing an appropriate means through which the Local Authority can seek

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to address demand for social housing in the County. Table No. 2.1.1: Current Proposed Social Emphasis has shifted from Council-driven building Housing Sites programmes to provision by Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) and rental schemes in recent years. In addition, Proposed Social Housing Map number and in furtherance of Policy RES8, the Council will inter Sites alia: 5 Blackglen Road

• Support the work of the Dublin Social Housing 5 Lambs Cross Delivery Taskforce (DSHDT). 9 Kiltiernan (Cromlech) • Acquire land or buildings for future housing and community facilities where services exist/or are 9 Ballyogan Grove planned. 9 Ballyogan Court • Make sites available in serviced areas for housing 10 Lehaunstown development for persons in need of housing, including homeless accommodation. 10 Rathmichael • Rehabilitate its housing stock where necessary, and 14 Ballyman encourage same in private housing. 5 Broadford Rise • Utilise the private rental sector, and continue to 3 Fitzgerald Park work with Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs). 7 Rochestown House • Continue to house persons through the Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS), the Housing 14 Shanganagh Castle (lands Assistance Payments Scheme (HAP) and the Social only) Housing Leasing Initiative (SHLI). 2 Mount Anville Road • Ensure provision of a range of house types/sizes to 3 Eden Road Lower cater for different needs, including sheltered and special needs housing. 3 St. Michael’s Terrace

The Interim Housing Strategy contained in Appendix 2 14 Old Connaught Avenue identifies the need for 3,654 new social housing units over the lifetime of the Plan. 1 Rosemount Existing sites for Local Authority housing have been 9 Enniskerry Road identified on the Development Plan maps and are depicted by an ‘H’ symbol. However, the maps do not The ‘Housing Policy Statement’ (2011) highlights depict any additional sites which may be acquired the restructuring of the social housing investment over the lifetime of this Plan 2016 - 2022. programme, enabling the delivery of new social housing through more flexible funding models. The Council recognises and supports the growing

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importance of Approved Housing Bodies and the allow for better care in the community, independence significant contribution they make in the provision of and access. This preference and presumption towards social housing in the County. convenient locations applies to any scheme whether provided by communal set-ups or similar, facilities providing higher levels of care, self-contained units or 2.1.3.9 Policy RES9: Housing for All a mix of these (Refer also to Section 8.2.3.4(xiii)). In instances where it is proposed that the site or a It is Council policy to support the concept of portion of a site be developed for assisted living units, independent and/or assisted living for older people a reduction in the required percentage of social and and people with disabilities. In this regard the affordable housing on site may be accepted. This Council will support the provision of specific purpose- is to encourage the development of these types of built accommodation, or adaptation of existing residential units. properties, and will promote opportunities for elderly householders to avail of the option of ‘downsizing’ In order to provide suitable housing for older people within their community. throughout the County, the Council will work closely with other housing bodies and agencies associated (i) Housing for Older People with the provision of elderly housing and/or assisted The changing demographics and the ageing of the living accommodation. County’s population profile pose challenges for the development of responsive health and social policies. (ii) Housing for People with Disabilities As a key social policy area, housing is a function that Location is critical when considering housing for needs to adapt in order to meet these changing needs. people with disabilities, particularly for those with a While the majority of older people own their own mobility-related disability. Access to public transport, homes, some may find that their accommodation is local community services and facilities are significant not entirely suitable to their needs. For those who factors in improving quality of life. In terms of housing wish to continue to live independently, it is important design, compliance with Part M of the Building that the opportunity exists to trade down or downsize Regulations expands options available to people with in the area in which they live (to a smaller dwelling or a disability. apartment) or there may be opportunity to adapt their Support is needed for the concept of independent existing home to suit their needs e.g. by converting a and/or assisted living for those with a disability, garage or building an attached ‘family flat’ or annex. and consideration should be given to the fact that It is Council policy that proposals for accommodation some people require live-in care, when designing for the elderly should be located in existing residential adapted housing units. The Council will also support areas well served by social infrastructure and development which will provide respite and/or amenities such as footpath networks, local shops and residential care at appropriate locations and zonings public transport in order not to isolate residents and throughout the County. In all cases, development

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must be in accordance with the principles of universal be provided in these sites and they will continue in design and the National Disability Authority’s ‘Building operation until the families are allocated permanent For Everyone’ publication and shall have regard to the accommodation. Government’s ‘National Disability Strategy’ (2004) and ‘National Disability Strategy Implementation Plan Table 2.1.2 Currently Proposed Traveller 2013-2015’. Accommodation Sites Proposed Traveller Map number Accommodation Sites 2.1.3.10 Policy RES10: Homeless Accommodation Halting Sites 8 Cloragh 2 It is Council policy to support the provision of homeless 9 Kiltiernan / Glenamuck accommodation or support services throughout the County. 3 West Pier In this regard, proposals for such facilities should not Grouped Housing result in an overconcentration in one area and should 9 Enniskerry Road / Kilgobbin not unduly impact upon existing amenities. 1 Bird Avenue 2.1.3.11 Policy RES11: Traveller 2 Mount Anville Road Accommodation 7 Pottery Road 10 Lehaunstown It is Council policy to implement the ‘Traveller Accommodation Programme 2014-2018’. In 2 Stillorgan Grove accordance with the Programme, halting sites, 10 Rathmichael Road including temporary emergency halting sites and Traveller-specific group housing schemes, will be 2 University College Dublin provided for the accommodation of Travellers who normally reside in the County and who are included in the most recent ‘Assessment of Need’ for Traveller- 2.1.3.12 Policy RES12: Provision of Student specific accommodation, in addition to providing Accommodation standard social housing to meet their needs. The Council will, as necessary, continue to update It is Council policy to facilitate student accommodation its accommodation programme for the Travelling on student campuses or in locations which have Community as set out in the Council’s ‘Traveller convenient access to Third Level colleges (particularly Accommodation Programme 2014 – 2018’. by foot, bicycle and high quality and convenient public transport) in a manner compatible with Sites for Traveller accommodation have been identified surrounding residential amenities. In considering on the Development Plan maps and are depicted by planning applications for student accommodation the ‘TA’ symbol. In addition to the sites identified by the Council will have regard to the ‘Guidelines on the ‘TA’ symbol, and in accordance with the ‘Traveller Residential Developments for Third Level Students’ Accommodation Programme 2014 – 2018’, the Council and its July 2005 Review (particularly in relation to will continue, where possible, to provide temporary/ location and design). emergency halting site accommodation for Travellers who (i) are in need of accommodation (ii) who are The largest Third Level institution in the Country – permanently resident in the County and (iii) also University College Dublin – is located within Dún participated in the ‘Assessment of Need’ carried out in Laoghaire-Rathdown. It has a full-time equivalent by the Council in September 2013. Basic facilities will population of over 30,000. Combined with the student populations for IADT and the various Colleges of Further Education and privately-run colleges – these figures mean that demand for student accommodation in the County is significant and has to be addressed. No social/affordable housing will be required in instances where it is proposed that bona fide/purpose built student accommodation is to be provided on the campus of a recognised Third Level institution. (Refer also to Section 8.2.3.4 (xi)).

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guidelines document and its accompanying ‘Urban Design Manual – A Best Practice Guide’ synthesise a number of relevant National policy positions into a series of high level aims and recommendations for local application towards the promotion of developing sustainable residential communities. Common features of exemplar sustainable communities include: • Promote sustainable communities which cater to the needs of people in all stages of their lifecycle 2 i.e. children, people of working age, elderly, people with disabilities. • Prioritising cycling, walking and public transport and so minimise the need to use cars. • Delivering a quality of life in terms of amenity, safety and convenience. • Providing a good range of community and support facilities when and where they are needed. • Presenting an attractive, well-maintained appearance with a distinct sense of place and a quality public realm. • Are easy to access and find one’s way around. 2.1.3.13 Policy RES13: Provision of Women’s and Family Refuges • Promoting the efficient use of land and of energy and minimising greenhouse gas emissions. It is Council Policy to encourage and support any • Providing a mix of land uses to minimise transport proposals from the HSE and/or other relevant demand. agencies, which seek to provide Women’s and Family • Promoting social integration with a diverse range Refuge facilities within the County. of accommodation for different household types It is an objective of the Plan to support the facilitation and age groups. of the provision of women’s and family refuges for • Enhancing and protecting the built and natural victims of domestic violence in the County, with heritage. the involvement and support of the HSE and other relevant agencies. • Providing adaptability of homes to climate change, through good design.

2.1.3 (iii) Planning for Sustainable • Providing homes capable of adapting to changing household needs in line with the principles of Communities ‘Lifetime Homes’.

It is recognised that the creation of sustainable The policy document ‘Design Manual for Urban Roads communities requires more than the provision of and Streets’ (2013) is also of some guidance. At the housing - sustainability must also extend beyond neighbourhood scale, the ‘Sustainable Residential the physical environment to embrace the concept Development in Urban Areas’ document provides of stable, integrated communities. As highlighted in detailed guidance – both qualitative and quantitative the ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban – in relation to the delivery of what is considered to Areas’ guidelines document, the ability to live with a be the four key strands that combine to promote feeling of comfort and safety in a residential area is sustainable communities namely: an essential component of sustainable communities • Provision of community facilities. while considered design of the public realm has a significant role to play in the ‘quality of life’ of urban • Efficient use of resources. areas. Well designed public realm can contribute to a • Amenity/‘quality of life’ issues. sense of security, enjoyment and ownership of the built environment. Sustainable communities have been • Conservation of the natural and built environment. defined as ‘…areas where an efficient use of land, high quality urban design and effective integration in the provision of physical and social infrastructure such as public transport, schools, amenities and other facilities combine to create places where people want to live’. The ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas’

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2.1.3.14 Policy RES14: Planning for 2.1.3.15 Policy RES15: Urban Villages* Communities* In new development growth nodes and in major areas It is Council policy to plan for communities in in need of renewal/regeneration it is Council policy to accordance with the aims, objectives and principles of implement a strategy for residential development ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas’ based on a concept of sustainable urban villages. and the accompanying ‘Urban Design Manual – A Best The sustainable urban village concept is based on the Practice Guide’. In all new development growth areas, premise that people should be able to access most and in existing residential communities it is policy to of their daily living requirements within easy reach, ensure that proper community and neighbourhood preferably within walking distance, of their homes. This facilities are provided in conjunction with, and as concept, which focuses on reducing the need to travel 2 an integral component of, major new residential by private car, is central to the principles of sustainable developments and proposed renewal/redevelopment development. It involves the commensurate and areas, in accordance with the concept of sustainable concurrent provision of primary schooling, childcare, urban villages outlined under Policy RES14. local shopping, and small commercial/community/ All new residential development - existing, ready recreational facilities in conjunction with housing. formed or planned - shall be properly integrated as Where existing village centres are located within part of sustainable communities. new growth areas these should be respected and their character protected or enhanced by any new It is considered reasonable that the developers development. The implementation of this policy will or promoters of major residential or mixed-use require the careful phasing of larger developments to schemes will be required to make provision for new ensure that services become available as residential sports, recreational, community and other support areas are constructed. infrastructure - including active recreational space for children - commensurate with the needs of the new In accordance with the provisions of the ‘Sustainable community as an integral part of their proposal. Residential Development in Urban Areas’ and the ‘Urban Design Manual’, a variety of dwellings by Control will be exercised over phasing and the rate type and size to accommodate households with of primary development through Development different needs will be a cornerstone of the urban Management practices to ensure that delivery village concept. Developments will include a mixture of residential development and the provision of of apartment blocks, terraced houses and other commensurate services are implemented in tandem. house types. The requirement for residential variety In areas of redevelopment, where a deficiency has complements the necessity to design and allow been identified, it is considered reasonable that for variety in layout by way of different lengths and facilities are provided concurrently. (Refer also to types of residential roads, mixes of ‘culs-de-sac’, Sections 7.1 and Development Management Section loop roads, set-back road sections, loose grid layouts 8.2).

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and similar. (Refer also to Sections 8.1 and 8.2). The ‘Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets’ (2013) provides the rationale and tools needed to enact the 2.1.4 Rural Housing changes required by broader Government policies, with the emphasis on a plan-led approach to design and the inclusion of and engagement with all 2.1.4.1 sectors. The promotion of sustainable settlement Policy RES16: Management of One- and transportation strategies in urban areas shall be off Housing* informed by the principles embedded in the ‘Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets’. It is Council policy to restrict the spread of one- off housing into the rural countryside and to 2 Further variety is sought by variation in building accommodate local growth into identified small lines and the inter-relationship of dwellings, roads, villages subject to the availability of necessary pedestrian ways, neighbourhood centre facilities and services. It is recognised that much of the demand local parks and green areas. The ‘Urban Design Manual for one-off housing is urban-generated and this can – Best Practice Guidelines’ provides comprehensive result in an unsustainable pattern of development, guidance on these matters for developers, architects, placing excessive strain on the environment, services planners, transport engineers and other building and infrastructure. However, it is recognised that practitioners. one-off housing may be acceptable where it is clearly The detailed planning, development and phasing of shown that it is not urban-generated, will not place the new sustainable urban villages will be promoted excessive strain on services and infrastructure, or through the mechanism of Local Area Plans (LAPs), have a serious negative impact on the landscape and Urban Framework Plans (UFPs) and Strategic where there is a genuine local need to reside in a rural Development Zones (SDZs). area due to locationally-specific employment or local social needs (subject to compliance with the specific zoning objectives). The policies of the ‘Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines, Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ (2005) are fully recognised and embodied within the Council’s own policies and approach to one-off houses in its rural areas. (Refer also to Section 8.2). Urban-generated one-off housing which is not directly linked to the rural area can create unsustainable travel

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patterns, over-dependence on the private car, negative and rural clusters and site suitability. Other issues impact on the landscape, increased urban footprint incorporated in the Plan include: and pressure on the environment and infrastructure. • Physical and social infrastructure. All of these elements can increase carbon footprint. • Design principles (Glencullen Design Guide). In order to protect the rural character of the countryside and foster sustainable development it is • The Glencullen River Corridor (and its tributaries). necessary to restrict the growth of what is generally • Protection of water sources and well fields. described as urban-generated ‘one-off’ housing and only facilitate genuine and bona fide cases for new • Settlement pattern. residential development within the County’s rural • Future economic trends. areas. Development proposals will be evaluated in 2 accordance with the following criteria: • Occupancy agreements. It is considered the broad policies and objectives – High Amenity Zoning ‘G’ including the Glencullen Design Guide – potentially Within areas designated with zoning Objective ‘G’ (“to have a wider application beyond the confines of protect and improve high amenity areas”) dwellings the Glencullen LAP area. In evaluating development will only be permitted on suitable sites where the applications in other rural parts of the County regard applicant can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the will be had to the guiding principles set out in the Planning Authority that: Glencullen Design Guide. • There is genuine requirement for housing in the area because their principal employment is 2.1.4.3 in agriculture, hill farming or a local enterprise Green Belt Areas directly related to the area’s amenity potential. The use of lands in Green Belt areas for outdoor • The proposed development will have no potential recreational purposes is permitted in principle. negative impacts for the area in such terms However, where complementary development is as visual prominence or impacts on views and allowed, stringent conditions governing the height, prospects, or the natural or built heritage. scale and density of development will be imposed to protect the open nature of the lands. In relation to Rural Amenity Zoning ‘B’ residential development, only individual dwellings Within areas designated with zoning Objective ‘B’ (“to on lands comprising at least 4 hectares per dwelling protect and improve rural amenity”) dwellings will will be considered. Applications for other uses will only be permitted on suitable sites where: be considered subject in all cases to the overall objective of maintaining the open character of these • Applicants can establish to the satisfaction of the lands. Green Belt open lands also serve an important Planning Authority a genuine need to reside in function in providing an easily identifiable buffer proximity to their employment (such employment between expanding, built-up areas - in particular being related to the rural community), or between Shankill and Bray. (Refer also to Policy LHB • Applicants can establish to the satisfaction of 25). the Planning Authority a genuine need for an additional dwelling in the rural area and who are native to the area due to having spent substantial periods of their lives living in the area as members of the rural community and have close family ties with the rural community (in Accordance with Section 3.2.3 ‘Rural Generated Housing’ of the ‘Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ (2005)). (Refer also to Section 8.2.3.6 and Appendix 11 - Rural Design Guide).

2.1.4.2 Glencullen Local Area Plan

Glencullen Village and its environs are covered by a Local Area Plan (LAP) adopted in 2007, and subsequently extended until 2018. The Plan sets out the criteria and framework for the future development of this very sensitive landscape and it includes policies in relation to local housing need, the village core

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2.2 Sustainable Travel and Transportation

have all led to an increase in car use and contributed 2.2.1 Introduction & Background to a more sedentary lifestyle for many children and adults. In response, the emphasis must be on developing People travel to access essential services (work, an efficient transport network where an increased 2 education, shops), or to satisfy other social, personal or proportion of residents of the County are within leisure needs, it is incumbent that transport solutions reasonable walking/cycling distance of local services are in place appropriate to address these needs. and quality public transport infrastructure. There There are, however, many transport solutions available must also be a focus on promoting and facilitating but the types of solution adopted and promoted will, the optimum use of existing (and proposed) transport in turn, have economic and social impacts, as well as services. consequences for the natural and built environment. The County is heavily dependent on both the quality The maintenance and delivery of an efficient, cost- and quantity of its public transport infrastructure effective, integrated and coherent transport network as the attractiveness of the County is inextricably in line with National and Regional policy is vital to the interlinked with its accessibility and connectivity future economic, social and physical development of to surrounding areas. The Council will continue to Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. provide for all components of the transportation This Chapter will establish the essential policies and system which are within its own remit and will measures required to support the County in meeting encourage and facilitate the development of those its full potential in a sustainable and achievable other elements provided by external agencies, such as manner as expressed in the overarching Vision the National Transport Authority (NTA). Statement and comprehensively set out in the Core In addition, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Strategy (Refer also to Section 1.2). now has to ensure the County Development Plan Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council recognises is consistent with the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area that the current trends in transportation, in particular Draft Transport Strategy 2011-2030’ and the NTA’s the domination of the private car as the preferred ‘Integrated Implementation Plan 2013-2018’. mode choice – are unsustainable. A continuing increase in car ownership, time pressures and the design of developments where homes are disconnected from retail and community facilities

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2.2.2 Policy Context 2.2.3 Objectives

Transportation policy in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is The delivery of the appropriate transport network influenced and informed by International, National for the County will be focused on an objective-based and Regional policy such as: approach. All policies contained within this Chapter will support those overarching objectives which are • EU Transport White Paper – ‘European Transport targeted at delivering as follows: Policy for 2010 – Time to Decide’. • An increased travel mode share for walking and • ‘European Climate Change Programme’. cycling. This increase will be mainly related to local • ‘National Spatial Strategy 2002-2020’. trips to work, schools, retail and leisure within the larger urban areas. • ‘Regional Planning Guidelines for the Greater Dublin Area 2010-2022’. • An increased travel mode share for public transport for work trips to the main employment zones of • ‘Infrastructure and Capital Investment 2012 – 2016 Sandyford, Cherrywood and Dublin City Centre and Medium Term Exchequer Framework’. between the other larger urban centres. There may • ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy 2011- be scope to improve public transport mode share 2030’ (NTA). to larger urban centres along the main bus and rail corridors, particularly where this improves access • ‘Integrated Implementation Plan 2013-2018’ (NTA). and interchange between bicycle and rail. • ‘Smarter Travel - A Sustainable Transport Future • Enhanced safety for all modes - especially for 2009-2020’ (DTTaS). vulnerable road users. • ‘National Cycle Policy Framework 2009-2020’. • The delivery of major strategic transportation The implementation of a County Development Plan projects and infrastructural improvements such which is consistent with both the ‘Regional Planning as, the Council Cycle Network, an expanded Bus Guidelines for the Greater Dublin Area 2010-2022’, Network, Luas Line B2 from Brides Glen to Fassaroe the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport 2011- and the package of interventions to realise the full 2030’, will provide a strong framework for the delivery potential of the Sandyford Business District. of the Smarter Travel objectives and the other wider Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council will strive economic, social and environmental objectives of this to meet these objectives but acknowledges that Plan. timing/phasing of the delivery of these objectives will undoubtedly be affected by the availability of capital funding both from Central Government and other sources.

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school or college for residents of Dún Laoghaire- 2.2.4 Current Travel Patterns Rathdown is shown in Table 2.2.1 below. Table 2.2.1 illustrates that, in terms of trips to work, school and college, walking travel mode share is (i) Travel Mode Share below the GDA average, cycling is higher than the GDA average, while overall public transport usage is also In terms of current travel patterns, the travel mode above the GDA average. The car, however, remains the share (as detailed in Census 2011) for all trips to work, dominant mode of transport with 54% of trips being 2 undertaken by this mode (including car passengers). Table 2.2.1: Modal Share for Travel to Work, School and College

Travel Mode Share for Trips to Work, Numbers Percentage GDA % School and College

On foot 18,450 15% 19%

Bicycle 6,869 5% 4%

Bus, minibus or coach 13,908 11% 14%

Train, DART or LUAS 15,570 12% 6%

Motorcycle or scooter 935 1% 1%

Car driver 49,525 39% 39%

Car passenger 19,569 15% 15%

Van 2,225 2% 2%

Total 127,051 100% 100%

(ii) Commuting Patterns In terms of commuting patterns, Census 2011 data reveals the following (numbers are approximates): • 69,000 jobs were located within Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown.

•• 44% or 30,000 of all workers were residents of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.

•• 56% or 39,000 of all jobs within the County were staffed by workers originating from outside the County.

•• The majority of workers commuting into the County originated from the surrounding GDA Local Authorities of Dublin City (19%), South Dublin (12%), Wicklow (11%) and Fingal (5%).

•• A large proportion of these commuting trips originate from areas to the south of the County such as Bray, Greystones and the Wicklow Town Environs. In addition there are also significant pockets of workers commuting from areas to the west of the County including Knocklyon and Firhouse. • 41,000 residents of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown were commuting out of the County for work.

•• The main commuter destinations being the City Centre (39%),West Dublin (M50) (11%), South City (11%) and the IFSC/ Docklands (10%).

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Workers Per Census Small Area 21 - 30 31 - 40 Commuting patterns of non-resident workers into DLR 41 - 60 0 5,400 10,800

Metres Planning & Enterprise Department © Ordnance Survey Ireland

PL-14-366 DLR Trip Origin

Fig 2.1 Origin Point Commuting Patterns

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Workers per Census Small Area 51 - 121 122 - 292 293 - 684 Commuting patterns of DLR residents who work outside DLR 685 - 1754 0 4,400 8,800

Metres Planning & Enterprise Department © Ordnance Survey Ireland

PL-14-365 DLR Trip Destination

Fig 2.2 Destination Point Commuting Patterns

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exist in the County with many off-road routes through the major parks. The Cycle Network aims to connect 2.2.5 Current Public Transport the main attractors (e.g town centres, colleges etc) Networks within the County and to provide effective through- movement for cyclists. It also provides a priority list for the development of a network of Primary Routes Pedestrians (between locations of highest cycling demand) and There is a relatively high quality pedestrian network Secondary Routes (routes through residential estates throughout the County. In recent years, there has been and parks) to give cyclists route options alternative to significant investment in pedestrian infrastructure cycling along main road traffic corridors. with a particular focus on the larger urban areas such 2 as Dún Laoghaire, Blackrock, Dundrum and Stillorgan. Bus The key issue is to confer a high quality offer, if not There is a well established network of bus routes in a competitive advantage, on pedestrian movements the County including a number of significant radial for short trips related to the main towns, key local bus corridors. The busiest of these is the N11, where destinations and transport hubs/ interchanges. there is a high frequency and high capacity services operating along most of the corridor. There are also Cycling frequent services operating on the Rock Road radial In 2012, a County Cycle Network was developed corridor. There are, however, a more limited number following a comprehensive evidence-based review of east-west orbital services in the County and those that assessed all cycling routes in the County in terms of that do originate-terminate at Blackrock and Dún Quality of Service. Currently over 250km of cycle routes Laoghaire DART Stations. The continued expansion of the Bus Network is of the upmost importance. In

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PL-14-360 Fig 2.3 Current Public Transport Network

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addition, the continuation and improvement of existing bus services along radial and orbital routes, subject to sufficient demand and availability of 2.2.6 Planning for Sustainable finance, is also considered a priority. Living

Rail There are two rail corridors in Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown, the Luas Green Line and the South East rail 2.2.6.1 Policy ST1: Integration of Land Use line (DART). Frequent, high capacity services operate and Transportation Policies* along both these routes. A continuing commitment to 2 the maintenance of frequent, high capacity services It is Council policy to actively support sustainable operating on both lines is essential. modes of transport and ensure that land use and zoning are fully integrated with the provision and Roads development of high public quality transportation There are three significant National Road corridors systems. that operate through the County – M50, N11/M11 Fundamental to future land use planning in the County and N32. The safety, capacity and efficiency of these will be the consolidation of development into the important corridors will be maintained and protected appropriate areas that can enable such development through Development Management measures in line to be well served by sustainable modes of travel. From with National Roads Authority (NRA) policy and other a transport perspective, the most efficient settlement ongoing improvements to optimise the effectiveness and land use patterns are those that locate the largest of these routes. proportion of the population within walking and cycling distance of their work, schools, shops and other services. The need to consolidate and concentrate development in a manner that allows the effective provision of, and ready access to, public transport is inescapable and is a central and reoccurring theme throughout this Plan. The Council recognises the fundamental link between transport and land use to reduce reliance on car-based travel and to ensure more sustainable patterns of travel, transportation and development. An essential element of this is the need to plan to integrate spatial planning policies with key transport requirements, mainly through such mechanisms as higher development densities and mixed-use development within walking and cycling distance of high quality public transport corridors. These requirements reflect and accord with the overall development for land use and zoning in this Plan set out in the Core Strategy (Refer to Section 1.2).

2.2.6.2 Policy ST2: Development of Sustainable Travel and Transportation Policies*

It is Council policy to promote, facilitate and co- operate with other transport agencies in securing the implementation of the transportation strategy for the County and the wider Dublin Region as set out in Department of Transport’s ‘Smarter Travel, A Sustainable Transport Future 2009 –2020’ and the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy 2011-2030’. Effecting a modal shift from the private car to more sustainable modes of transport will be a paramount objective to be realised in the implementation of this policy. Sustainable travel is about the movement of people and goods in a manner that engenders quality of life

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and ease of access for all and seeks to encourage a with a view to facilitating improved integration of modal shift in favour of public transport and other public transport services. The Council also continues non-car based modes. Reduction in car trips and to support and promote sustainable travel initiatives avoidance of travel by car, especially during peak as set out in Smarter Travel, including the promotion travel periods, is seen as desirable and measures such of the NTA’s ‘Smarter Travel Workplace Programme’ as off-peak shift working and flexible working from and the promotion of the ‘Transport for Ireland home is to be encouraged where feasible. Journey Route Planner’. The Department of Transport’s ‘Smarter Travel, A Sustainable Transport Future 2009-2020’ and the 2.2.6.3 Policy ST3: Accessibility* NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy 2011-2030’ set out an integrated and balanced It is Council policy to support suitable access for sustainable transportation strategy for the wider people with disabilities, including improvements to Dublin Region dealing with all sustainable travel buildings, streets and public spaces. modes (bus, rail, Luas, cycling and walking) and road transportation as well as issues such as road safety, Accessibility primarily concerns people with traffic management, accessibility, enforcement, social reduced mobility, persons with disabilities, the inclusion and guidance on complementary land use elderly and children. Accessibility is vital to the policies. The Council, acting primarily as facilitator efficient functioning of the various activities taking rather than the direct provider of some sustainable place throughout the County. Disability legislation transportation networks, will, nevertheless, have a places obligations on public bodies to ensure their significant role to play both in the development of an services are accessible to all vulnerable road users. efficient transportation system and in planning for Inclusiveness and accessibility will be key elements in the future transport needs of the County. In pursuing the design of all facilities for pedestrians, cyclists and the objective of encouraging modal shift the Council public transport passengers, including people with will co-operate closely with other relevant agencies disabilities. and stakeholders, including the NTA. All developments shall be in accordance with Technical It is Council policy to encourage better integration Guidance Document M of the Building Regulations of transport services in the County, where possible, 2010. and to encourage and foster improved consultation and co-operation between both public and private providers of transport services operating in the County and in the Greater Dublin Area, including all providers of bus, train and light rail services. In this regard, the Council shall be open to supporting NTA initiatives, where practicable, to facilitate discourse and co-operation between transport service providers

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achieve this objective. Maintaining the local character of the road will be a key consideration in the design of 2.2.7 Walking and Cycling all upgrading of facilities. Recreational pedestrian routes will also be encouraged and will be developed in accordance with the Green 2.2.7.1 Policy ST4: Walking and Cycling* Infrastructure Strategy (Refer to Appendix 14).

It is Council Policy to secure the development of a 2.2.7.3 Policy ST6: County Cycle Network* high quality walking and cycling network across the County in accordance with relevant Council and 2 National policy and guidelines. It is Council policy to secure improvements to the County Cycle Network in accordance with the A key aim of Smarter Travel is to ensure that walking Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Cycle Network Review and cycling become the mode of choice for local trips. whilst supporting the NTA on the development and The Council will continue to promote and provide for implementation of the Cycle Network Plan for the the development of cycling and walking as healthy Greater Dublin Area. sustainable attractive transport modes in the County for commuting, short utility trips, recreation trips and The Council has developed a Cycle Network –with an trips to schools/colleges. associated Cycle Network Map - that provides a priority listing for the development of Primary and Secondary As part of the Development Management process, Cycle Routes in the County. All new development, new development will be required to maximise and improvements to existing development, must permeability and connectivity for pedestrians and demonstrate how it can provide improved linkages cyclists to create direct attractive links to adjacent to-and-from this County Cycle network. New cycle road and public transport networks in accordance tracks or cycle lanes, or upgrades to cycle routes, shall with in the ‘Urban Design Manual – A Best Practice be designed in accordance with the ‘National Cycle Guide’, (2008) and ‘Design Manual for Urban Roads Design Manual’. Recreational car-free cycle routes and Streets’ (DMURS) (2013). and Greenways will also be developed - in accordance To provide for cyclists as part of the Development with the Green Infrastructure Strategy (Refer to Management process, cycle facilities shall be provided Appendix 14) - to promote cycling within the County in accordance with the Council’s ‘Cycling Policy Guidelines and Standards’. Additional design guidance can be found within the NTA ‘National Cycle Design Manual’ and in the NRA ‘Rural Cycle Scheme Design’ (April 2014).

2.2.7.2 Policy ST5: Footways and Pedestrian Routes*

The Council will continue to maintain and expand the footway and pedestrian route network to provide for accessible pedestrian routes within the County in accordance with best accessibility practice. The Council will seek to deliver the following in accordance with the requirements set out in the ‘DMURS’: • Provide improved pedestrian links within town centres and to public transport nodes to and from residential areas. • Provide wider footpaths and improved footpath quality where pedestrian volumes are high. • Provide improved pedestrian facilities at traffic signal junctions. When the opportunity arises and sufficient road width exists, the provision of footways on rural roads to provide for improved pedestrian access to and from villages/towns and public transport will be positively considered by the Council. For new developments in such areas, appropriate setbacks may be required to

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potential traffic hazard. Proposed bridge locations on the motorway network are as shown in Table 2.2.2 below.

Table 2.2.2: Pedestrian/Cycle Footbridges over M50/M11 Ticknock Drive to Ballinteer Road.

Bearna Way to Moreen. Sandyford Pedestrian and Cycle bridge, linking 2 Kilgobbin Road to the Drummartin Link Road on the and such routes will be encouraged as part of larger west side of M50 Junction 13. developments. Murphystown Road to Leopardstown (as part of, or The following are the main Primary Routes listed in separate to, Murphystown Link Road). the County Cycle Network Plan and can also be seen M50 Carrickmines Junction (east to west). on Map No. T1 (Refer to Supplementary Mapping Booklet): Allies River Road (in conjunction with Luas Line B2).

Primary Radial Routes Blind Lane, Love Lane. • Dún Laoghaire Radial Cycle Route – Trimleston Avenue to Dún Laoghaire via Temple Crescent. The Council supports the continuing development of the Dodder Greenway (Grand Canal to Bohernabreena) • N11 Radial Cycle Route – UCD to Corbawn Lane, and the Sutton to Sandycove Promenade and Shankill via Wyattville Road. Cycleway, as a component part of the National East • Goatstown Radial Cycle Route - Clonskeagh Road Coast Trail Cycle Route, which will both be progressed to Carrickmines Interchange via Blackthorn Drive. in conjunction with adjoining Local Authorities and in co-operation with other agencies, including the NTA. • Dundrum Radial Cycle Route - Milltown Road to Hillcrest Road via Blackthorn Drive. Appropriate Assessment & Coastal Cycling • Nutgrove Radial Cycle Route - Grange Road to Infrastructure Objective Braemor Road via Nutgrove Avenue. It is an objective of the Council to promote the development of the Sutton to Sandycove Promenade Primary Orbital Routes and Cycleway as a component part of the National • Churchtown to Booterstown Orbital Cycle Route - East Coast Trail Cycle Route. It should be noted that Braemor Road to Dundrum to N11 to the Rock Road. these coastal routes will be subject to a feasibility study, including an assessment of the route options. • Dundrum to Dún Laoghaire Orbital Cycle Route - Any development proposals shall be subject to Nutgrove Way to York Road via Drummartin Link Appropriate Assessment Screening in accordance Road and N11. with the requirements of the EU Habitats Directive • Ballinteer to Stillorgan Orbital Cycle Route - Grange to ensure the protection and preservation of all Road to Lower Kilmacud Road via Blackthorn Drive. designated SAC’s, SPA’s and pNHA’s in Dublin Bay and the surrounding area. • Leopardstown to Blackrock Orbital Cycle Route - Hillcrest Road to N11 to Stradbrook Road. • Carrickmines to Dún Laoghaire Orbital Cycle Route 2.2.7.4 Policy ST7: Public Bike Facilities* - Ballyogan Road to N11 to Lower Georges Street via Clonkeen Road. It is Council policy to work towards the provision of ‘public bike’ facilities within the key urban areas of • Cherrywood to Dún Laoghaire Orbital Cycle Route - the County. Glenamuck Road to Summerhill Road via Wyattville Road and the Graduate Roundabout. Public bikes (short term bike rental) are seen as an important element of the public transport system In addition, twelve supplementary cycle route links with very successful schemes already well developed are specified in the Cycle Network linking the radial in many UK and European cities. The primary aim of and orbital routes. providing bike rental schemes for Metropolitan towns With specific reference to the County’s M11/M50 outside Dublin City Centre is to: motorway corridors - which undoubtedly create • Improve accessibility for those travelling to, from barriers to cycle/pedestrian movements - the and within these towns by increasing the bike provision of shared cycle/pedestrian footbridges at mode share. key locations will be encouraged to foster increased permeability and mitigate issues of severance and

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• Reduce car use and congestion and subsequently 2.2.7.6 Policy ST9: Street Lighting provide more liveable towns through the provision of a healthier mode of transport. It is Council policy to provide and maintain street A feasibility study carried out in 2014 indicated that lighting on the public road/footway/cycleways there is demand for a Public Bike scheme in Dún throughout the County in accordance with commonly Laoghaire town and its environs. accepted best practice. To ensure well lit roads, footways and cycleways, all 2.2.7.5 Policy ST8: Directional/Information/ street lighting will be provided in accordance with best practice guidelines and standards in terms of the Waymarking Signage type of lighting columns, lantern types, lighting class, 2 lux levels and energy efficient lanterns being provided It is Council policy to provide directional signage for (Refer to Section 8.2.4.4). amenities, tourist attractions and local attractions and along cycle and pedestrian routes (waymarking) at appropriate locations throughout the County in accordance with planning and traffic regulations. In accordance with Council guidelines and subject 2.2.8 Public Transport to Council approval, directional signage will be permitted at appropriate locations for amenities, tourist attractions, community facilities and local attractions but not for commercial organisations - 2.2.8.1 Policy ST10: Public Transport in order to avoid a proliferation of signs on public Improvements* footways leading to street clutter. Temporary event signage may be permitted in certain cases subject to It is Council policy to secure improvements to the Council approval. Fingerpost signage is the preferred public transport system as set out in ‘Smarter type of directional signage. Signage must be erected Travel, A Sustainable Transport Future 2009-2020’ such that it does not result in traffic hazard. and the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Due consideration should be given to the location Strategy 2011-2030’ by optimising existing or of street signage, particularly in urban areas, in the proposed transport corridors and interchanges and by interest of minimising street clutter. developing new Park and Ride and taxi rank facilities at appropriate locations. Where feasible and appropriate, waymarking signage will also be provided, on a phased programme, along To provide an efficient public transport system and to cycle routes and pedestrian routes, including along reduce car dependency, the Council will promote the Public Rights-of-Way (Policy LHB11), Recreation Access following as part of the Development Management Routes (Policy LHB12 and Trails, Hiking and Walking process in cooperation with relevant transport Routes (Policy LHB14) (Refer to Section 4.1.2.2).

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agencies subject to appropriate study, approval and availability of finance and resources: • Increased densification and consolidation along strategic public transport corridors and close to public transport nodes to encourage greater usage of public transport. • Greater range and flexibility of land uses in Town and District Centres that will facilitate the maximum usage of public transport during both peak and off-peak times. 2 • Increased public transport connections, including licensed private operators, to and between public transportation nodes. • The protection, free from development, of such lands as are required for the development of planned public transport facilities (transport corridors) and interchanges. • For new large scale developments in areas where there is an existing public transport deficit, private buses shall be provided by developers for an interim period until a public transport network for the area is in place. • The location of and design of local facilities with walking and cycling in mind. the traffic signalling configuration, public transport traffic signal priority, route optimisation through • The control of development away from public traffic signal co-ordination, junction redesign. transport and control of parking supply in new developments to discourage car use. • Reallocation of existing road space with increased levels of segregation from other vehicular traffic. • The use of Travel Plans to embed sustainable travel into developments at an early stage. • Enhancement of nearby pedestrian and cycle facilities. • High quality running surfaces. 2.2.8.2 Policy ST11: Quality Bus Network* • Widening of the roadway where appropriate. It is Council policy to co-operate with the NTA and other • Traffic Management measures to include turning relevant agencies to facilitate the implementation of movement bans or a restriction on some, or all, the Bus Network measures as set out in the NTA’s other road vehicles on a section of road etc. ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport 2011-2030’ and to extend the bus network to other areas where The Council will work closely with the NTA to introduce appropriate subject to design, public consultation, new bus routes and locations for bus set down/bus approval, finance and resources. depots will be identified as the bus network develops in the County. The provision of a good quality bus infrastructure and associated services has the potential to provide the All new bus stops will be made wheelchair accessible capacity needed to move the large volumes of people with improved transport information displays (RTPI who travel to work, education, shops and leisure where feasible) and bus shelters provided at main facilities around the County and beyond each day. transport nodes. Existing bus stops that currently do not meet these requirements will also be upgraded As part of the continuing development of the Bus as part of an ongoing programme - subject to finance Network in the County, the Council will facilitate the and resources. provision of radial and orbital bus priority schemes to integrate with established high quality and frequency Table 2.2.3 below shows the principle new Bus Priority bus and rail routes. The provision of bus priority Schemes to be implemented which will link to the measures on a route may include some, but not all, of existing bus network. The proposed bus network the following measures: – including the existing and proposed Bus Priority Schemes - is also detailed on Map No. T2 (Refer to • The deployment of advanced traffic management Supplementary Mapping Booklet). techniques and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) applications, i.e. the provision of an urban traffic signalling systems such as SCATS (Sydney Coordinated Adaptive Traffic System), changes to

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off-board ticketing and frequent services along key Proposed Bus Priority Schemes Table 2.2.3: strategic corridors using a priority bus lane. It offers The South Orbital QBC linking Dún Laoghaire/ the performance and service characteristics of a Blackrock area to Sandyford/Dundrum and the light-rail system with the flexibility, lower cost and Tallaght area - as proposed in the NTA’s ‘Greater simplicity of a bus system. Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy 2011-2030’. In the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport 2011- Cherrywood to Blackrock via Wyattville Dual 2030’, the Stillorgan Road (N11) QBC is listed as a Priority Carriageway, Church Road, Rochestown Avenue, 1 Quality Bus Corridor with the potential to upgrade to Abbey Road, Stradbrook Road, Temple Hill and a BRT route. The NTA has conducted feasibility studies Frascati Road. and has identified Blanchardstown to UCD, along the 2 N11, as one of three “Emerging Preferred Routes” for Cherrywood to Dún Laoghaire via Wyattville Dual BRT in Dublin. Carriageway, Church Road, Sallyglen Road, Upper Glenageary Road and Mounttown Lower (including In addition, the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Graduate and Deerhunter Roundabouts). Transport Strategy 2011-2030’, makes reference to the Proposed Blue Line BRT route linking the DART line at Cherrywood SDZ (necessary bus priority measures Sydney Parade Avenue to Sandyford/Dundrum Town as detailed in Cherrywood SDZ). Centre via UCD utilizing, where possible, parts of the Old Connaught Avenue to Old Dublin Road, Bray. Eastern Bypass reservation corridor.

Old Dublin Road, Bray - Wilford Interchange to County boundary. 2.2.8.4 Policy ST13: Public Transport Enniskerry Road - Glenamuck Road South - The Park Interchanges* - Ballyogan Luas stop. It is Council policy to facilitate the provision of Sandyford Business Estate internal roads (as shown quality public transport interchanges at strategic Rail on map). and Luas stations within the County in accordance Sandyford Business Estate to Blackrock DART via with National and Regional guidelines in order to existing QBC on Kilmacud Road Upper, Kilmacud facilitate focussed access to multiple public transport Road Lower, existing QBCs on the N11 and Mount modes and to maximize the movement of people via Merrion Avenue. sustainable modes. Sandyford/Enniskerry Road (Coolkill to Aikens To make public transport a more attractive travel Village). choice, it is essential that it operates as an integrated network that is attractive, comfortable, safe, accessible Sandyford Business Estate to Rathfarnham / and easy to use. The travelling public need to be able Tallaght via existing QBCs on Blackthorn Drive, to move easily between different services with a high Sandyford Road and Wyckham Way to Ballinteer quality travel experience at all times. This requires Avenue, Brehonfield Road and Grange Road. good public transport information, integrated Sandyford Business Estate to Rathfarnham/Tallaght ticketing and fares, easy passenger interchange via Drummartin Link Road, Parallel Roads between between services and Park and Ride facilities where M50 junctions 13 and 14, Brehonfield Road and needed and appropriate. Grange Road. It is essential that public transport interchange Sandyford Business Estate to N11 QBC via facilities, both local and strategic, are integrated into Leopardstown Road. the overall mixed-use development of key central areas as good quality on-street infrastructure may also Lower Kilmacud Road – Drummartin Road – have the potential to help improve the overall general Goatstown Road - Clonskeagh Road. public realm. In addition, as public transport demand Taney Road - Mount Anville Road – Foster’s Avenue. increases so too does the amount of interchange between services. It follows that a larger number of users will benefit from the proposed improvements in these areas. 2.2.8.3 Policy ST12: Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)* Opportunities for bus and taxi passengers, cyclists and pedestrians to interchange with rail and Luas It is Council policy to co-operate with the NTA and services at key stops and stations will greatly increase other relevant agencies to facilitate the introduction the opportunity to travel by rail to a wide variety of of Bus Rapid Transit measures as set out in the NTA’s destinations, allowing rail to act as the backbone of ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy 2011- a coherent and integrated transport network. Table 2030’ where appropriate subject to design, public 2.2.4 below identifies the primary public transport consultation, approval, finance and resources. interchanges to be developed. BRT is a high-quality, high-capacity, comfortable form of transport offering attractive multi-door vehicles,

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• To upgrade passenger capacity on the existing Luas Table 2.2.4 Public Transport Interchanges Green Line, as required to meet demand. Location Public Transport Modes • To extend the Luas Green Line from Brides Glen to Blackrock Suburban Rail – QBN the Bray area (Luas Line B2), subject to the timing Dún Laoghaire Suburban Rail – QBN and scale of new development in this area and appraisal and economic assessment. Sandyford Luas – QBN - BRT The Council will protect and safeguard the provisional Cherrywood Luas – QBN alignment and surrounding lands, of Luas Line B2 as detailed on Map Nos. 10 and 14. The Council will Woodbrook Suburban Rail – QBN maintain this proposed route free from development 2 and any encroachment by inappropriate uses which Cycle parking and cycle facilities provision at public could compromise the future development of this rail transport interchanges shall be in accordance with corridor for public transport facilities. the requirements in the Council’s ‘Cycling Policy Guidelines and Standards’. 2.2.8.6 Policy ST15: Rail Stations/Luas Stops 2.2.8.5 Policy ST14: Luas Extension It is Council policy to co-operate with the NTA, Iarnród Éireann, the Rail Procurement Agency and other It is Council policy to promote, facilitate and co- relevant authorities to secure the improvement and operate with other agencies in securing the extension further development of railway stations and Luas of the Luas network in the County as set out in the stops in the County. NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy 2011-2030’ and including any future upgrade to Metro. This may include the provision of a new railway station at Woodbrook (Refer to SLO No. 127 Map 14) The Luas light rail service provides a high frequency and the upgrading of existing stations/stops, to rectify reliable service with relatively closely spaced stops existing constraints and shortcomings in the network. providing good levels of access to those living, working or visiting points along the routes. Since It should be noted that the provision of a new railway 2004, the number of passengers using the service station at Woodbrook is predicated on the phased has been growing. In 2013 30 million journeys on Luas implementation proposals approved as part of the were made using the service. Woodbrook/Shanganagh Local Area Plan 2006-2016. Included in the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Access routes to and through all rail stations and Luas Transport Strategy 2011-2030’, are the following stops shall be in accordance with best accessibility proposals: practice. Cycle parking and cycle facilities provision at rail stations and Luas stops shall be in accordance

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with the requirements in the Council’s ‘Cycling Policy impaired or those carrying heavy or bulky luggage Guidelines and Standards’. that precludes them from using scheduled public transport. 2.2.8.7 Policy ST16: Park and Ride* Taxis can enable people at some remove from the scheduled public transport network to access those services, effectively extending the reach of public It is Council policy to facilitate the provision of Park transport. Taxis can also act as a substitute for and Ride facilities, with suitable charging structures, scheduled public transport services, particularly in in appropriate locations along strategic transport areas of dispersed population or at night. To support corridors. these roles, measures to improve the integration 2 Park and Ride facilities assist those in more peripheral of the taxi into the public transport network will areas who are not well served by public transport to continue to be pursued. All new taxi ranks will be access more readily, higher quality public transport made wheelchair accessible. facilities. Park and Ride facilities can improve public transport accessibility without unduly worsening road congestion, or increasing the total distance travelled by car. In practice, this means Park and Ride sites should be located in more peripheral areas, on 2.2.9 Travel Demand the fringes of the Dublin Metropolitan Area, where Management the road network has capacity to absorb the impact of traffic generated by the Park and Ride. It also follows that Park and Ride sites should not be located where they might encourage people who would otherwise 2.2.9.1 Policy ST18: Travel Demand access public transport locally to drive further to access a site, thereby adding to congestion. Any necessary Management* improvements to the onward public transport service will need to be identified and developed in It is Council policy, in conjunction and co-operation conjunction with any decision to proceed with a Park with other agencies, to implement Travel Demand and Ride facility. Management measures aimed at reducing the demand for travel and increasing the efficiency of the Complementary car parking controls in the environs transport network. of key Park and Ride car parks may be required, particularly in the case where the car park is charged Traffic Demand Management covers a range of for or it is regularly oversubscribed. In this regard, measures aimed at reducing the adverse impacts of suitable charging structures for Park and Ride car use and promoting the use of sustainable travel facilities should be applied to ensure that only those modes. It is the implementation of measures that who most need the service - public transport users seek to change travel demand patterns and travel - obtain parking. Cycle parking and cycle facilities behaviour targeted at reducing the need to travel, provision at rail-based Park and Ride facilities shall be reducing the amount and length of single occupancy in accordance with the requirements in the Council’s car trips and encouraging walking and cycling and use ‘Cycling Policy Guidelines and Standards’. of public transport, in preference to car based travel. Temporary Park and Ride sites will also be considered Travel Demand Management measures are as part of the Development Management process consequently primarily demand-oriented rather than near public transport terminus points to meet any supply-oriented i.e. they attempt to manage people’s potential shortfall in patronage as a consequence of travel rather than seeking to provide more physical delays in the development of key growth nodes. capacity for travel (such as more roads, bus and train services etc). 2.2.8.8 The following are some of the measures being actively Policy ST17: Taxi/Minibus/Hackney implemented and promoted by the Council under the Transport umbrella of Travel Demand Management: • More considered and objective planning to manage It is Council policy to facilitate the provision of taxi/ travel demand. minibus/hackney transport as a feeder service to major public transport corridors and to encourage the • The consolidation of housing, employment and provision of taxi ranks at DART Stations, Luas Stops, retail developments into the Metropolitan Area of key bus stations and at other appropriate locations - Dublin and the larger Hinterland town centres. including within larger residential, commercial and/ • The location of office and retail developments in or mixed-use developments. central areas where access by walking, cycling and Taxis provide door-to door transport for those without public transport is good. access to a car or a scheduled public transport service. • Restrictions on car parking provision at key They also provide a means of travel for the mobility destinations to encourage public transport use.

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• The location of residential developments on public transport corridors that provide good access to central areas. • Dedication of road space to certain transport modes, whose users are higher up in the transport user hierarchy e.g. the development of cycle tracks. • Travel Plans (workplace, school and residential Travel Plans). • Car clubs (short term car hire, reducing the need to own a car). 2 • Marketing, promotion and other travel behaviour change measures to promote walking, cycling, public transport use and use of electric vehicles. • On street parking controls.

2.2.9.2 Policy ST19: Travel Plans*

It is Council policy to require the submission of Travel Plans for developments that generate significant trip demand. Plans should seek to reduce reliance on car- based travel and encourage more sustainable modes of transportation over the lifetime of a development. Alternative low emission fuel infrastructure is required for the various low emission vehicle A Travel Plan is a long-term management strategy options including electricity, hydrogen, biofuels employed by an organisation that seeks to promote and natural gas. Developing and expanding the and deliver sustainable transport objectives through infrastructure for alternatively fuelled vehicles will be positive action and is articulated in a document that a vital step in encouraging consumers to make more is regularly reviewed. It involves the development of environmentally friendly transport choices. agreed and explicit outcomes, linked to an appropriate package of measures, aimed at encouraging more sustainable travel for people and goods. 2.2.9.5 Policy ST22: Car Clubs*

2.2.9.3 Policy ST20: Electric Vehicles* It is Council policy to support the set up and operation of Car Club schemes to facilitate an overall reduction in car journeys and car-parking requirements. It is Council policy to support the Government’s Electric Transport Programme by facilitating the roll- Low cost initiatives such as the introduction of car out of Electric Powered Vehicle Recharging Parking clubs (short term car hire, similar in concept to public Bays for electric vehicles across the County through bike hire scheme) to reduce the need to own a car will the planning system and on public roads. be encouraged throughout the County. To assist Ireland in meeting EU targets on carbon Car Clubs involve members pre-booking the use emissions the Government launched a new ‘Electric of communal cars for their personal use, thereby Transport Programme’ (2008) with a target that reducing the number of cars on the roads and helping 10 percent of the national road transport fleet be the environment. They allow members access to a car electrically powered by 2020. when they need it, from a place near their home or workplace, without the potential difficulties or costs A major shift to electric vehicles would require changes of owning a car. An operator makes cars available to to the electricity grid system, with the installation of members who pay a joining and yearly subscription charging points across the country, plus chargers at fee and then can book a car and pay for the time on-street parking meters, Park and Ride facilities and they utilise the car. Private car club schemes already in homes. operate in Dublin City and Cork City.

2.2.9.4 Policy ST21: Low Emission Vehicles* 2.2.9.6 Policy ST23: Control of On-Street Parking* It is Council policy to support and facilitate the rollout of alternative low emission fuel infrastructure It is Council policy to regulate and control on-street through the Development Management process. parking by discouraging commuter parking.

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In the control and regulation of on-street car parking, Development Plan Maps nor are they included in the the Council will provide for the short-term and long- Written Statement. term parking needs of local residents, rather than long-term commuter parking requirements. The Council will extend its current Car Parking Control Table 2.2.5: Six-Year Road Objectives Scheme into other areas of the County as appropriate Access road through Industrial Yarns site to access through the parking bye-laws where such controls will Bray Golf Course lands. contribute to improved traffic management, reduced traffic congestion and an improvement in the quality Ballinteer Road (M50 to Ballinteer Avenue). of life of the local residents. Areas in the County will Blackglen Road. 2 be identified for the provision of Heavy Goods Vehicle parking when/if the need arises. Bracken Road Extension to Drummartin Link Road. Cherrywood SDZ (necessary roads infrastructure as detailed in Cherrywood SDZ Planning Scheme)1.

Cherrywood to Dún Laoghaire Strategic Route (R118, 2.2.10 Roads Wyattville Road to Glenageary Roundabout). Clay Farm Loop Road.

Coal Quay Bridge.2

2.2.10.1 Policy ST24: Roads Dublin Road, Bray (Wilford to Wicklow County Boundary). It is Council policy, in conjunction and co-operation Enniskerry Road (Stepaside to Glenamuck District with other transport bodies and authorities such as Distributor Road). the NRA and the NTA, to secure improvements to the County road network – including improved pedestrian Glenamuck District Distributor Road. and cycle facilities. Glenamuck Local Distributor Road (including To support the National and Regional economy, Ballycorus Link). requires that strategic roads in the Greater Dublin Area be managed or developed to ensure timely, Glenamuck Road South. reliable journeys for business traffic and freight. Harolds Grange Road, College Road.

The specific principles that will underpin decisions Hillcrest Road. made in relation to the development of road schemes within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown will aim to be Kilgobbin Road (Mount Eagle to Ballyogan Road). consistent with the objectives contained within the Leopardstown Link Road Phase 1 and Roundabout NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy Reconfiguration. 2011-2030’. M11 Upgrade (M50 to Fassaroe). The 6-Year and Long-Term Road Objectives proposed by the Council are listed in Table 2.2.5 and Table 2.2.6 M50 Junction 14 diverge, ESB Link Road and Link to below and displayed graphically on the related 14 Arena Road (preferred option) or Heather Road. no. Development Plan Maps and also on Map No. T3 Rochestown Avenue. (Refer to Supplementary Mapping Booklet). It should be noted that the roads shown on the Maps are purely Sandyford / Enniskerry Road (Coolkill to Aiken’s diagrammatic with regard to location and dimensions. Village). Variations and/or adjustments may be necessary as Shanganagh Road. projects progress. Sunnyhill to the Willows, Loughlinstown. The priority of certain Road Schemes in Table 2.2.5 may be transferable to Table 2.2.6 and vice versa subject to The Park, Carrickmines to Ballyogan Road. the availability of resources. In addition, the lists are Woodbrook/Shanganagh Access Road. not intended to be exclusive to the schemes listed, as other supplementary road schemes may require to be introduced as zoned infill sites are developed, in It is an objective of the Council to preserve the existing response to changing circumstances and/or as traffic character of Brennanstown Road whilst undertaking a demands require. Traffic Management Scheme that will: Note: Smaller-scale schemes, such as minor junction • reduce traffic speeds and improve road safety. improvements, traffic management improvements • provide improved facilities for vulnerable road and the provision of footpaths, are not shown on the users.

1 Not demarcated on the 14 No. County Development Plan Maps

2 Demarcated via a Specific Local Objective (SLO)

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• reduce through traffic. • facilitate the development of zoned lands. To limit development along the Brennanstown Road to minor domestic infills and extensions until a Traffic Management Scheme for the area has been completed and its recommendations implemented. The Brennanstown Road Traffic Management Scheme may determine the future development potential of the area and therefore it is also an objective of the Council to limit developments along Brennanstown 2 Road to minor domestic infills and extensions until the Scheme has been completed and its recommendations implemented (Refer to SLO No. 130 Maps 7 & 9).

Table 2.2.6: Long Term Road Objectives Access to the “Gut” (Dún Laoghaire Harbour Area)2.

Ballycorus Road.

Blackthorn Drive/Drummartin Link Road Grade Separation.

Cherrywood SDZ (necessary roads infrastructure as detailed in Cherrywood SDZ Planning Scheme)1.

Dublin Eastern Bypass (as identified in the Dublin Eastern Bypass Corridor Protection Study, NRA 2011). new structures at road junctions to improve sightlines in the interests of traffic safety, subject to maintaining Leopardstown Link Road Phase 2. visual amenities and sound urban design principles. Link Road from Leopardstown to Carrickmines Appropriate high quality landscaping (soft and hard) Interchange. will be included on relevant Roads Objectives projects Loughlinstown Roundabout (grade separation)2. to soften the visual impact of the scheme and enhance its appearance. Murphystown Link Road. In addition, it is a long-term objective of the Council M50 3rd lane (Sandyford Interchange to M11). to retain Kilgobbin Road, between Ballyogan Road and M50 Western Parallel Road from Old Conna to Kilgobbin Lane, as an attractive ‘country’ road. Cherrywood environs1. Any road proposals shall be subject to Appropriate Assessment Screening. Old Conna (necessary roads infrastructure)1.

Rathmichael Road. 2.2.10.2 Policy ST25: Motorway and National Slip from N31 Leopardstown Road onto M50 Southbound. Routes

Stepaside Bypass. It is Council policy to promote, facilitate and co- The Park, Carrickmines to Glenamuck District operate with relevant transport bodies, authorities Distributor Road1. and agencies to secure improvements to the County’s Motorway and National Road network to provide, protect and maintain for the safe and efficient All roads, streets and footbridges, including footpaths movement of people and goods both within and and cycle tracks, will be designed in accordance with through Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. best practice guidelines and will consider the needs of all road users. To secure the implementation of The Council will facilitate the protection of all National the Policy, it is the intention of the Council to reserve Routes from frontage access and to minimize the any necessary lands free from development and number of junctions in accordance with the National to designate building lines, where required. Where Roads Authority’s Policy and the Department of possible and appropriate, existing roads in the County Environment, Community and Local Government’s may be improved by the setting back of building or ‘Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines for frontage lines and by the setting back of proposed Planning Authorities’ (2012).

1 Not demarcated on the 14 No. County Development Plan Maps

2 Demarcated via a Specific Local Objective (SLO)

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2.2.10.3 Policy ST26: Traffic and Transport with the Road Safety Authority’s ‘Road Safety Strategy Assessments and Road Safety Audits* 2007 – 2012’. Ireland’s fourth Road Safety Strategy 2013-2020 ‘Closing the Gap’, builds on the progress and understanding provided by the first three It is Council policy to require Traffic and Transportation strategies with the objective of sustainably improving Assessments and/or Road Safety Audits for major safety on Irish roads. developments – in accordance with the NRA Traffic and Transport Assessment Guidelines 2014 - to assess Road Safety is a key consideration in the engineering the traffic impacts on the surrounding road network design and/or improvement of roads, junctions and and provide measures to mitigate any adverse impacts traffic schemes. The ongoing programme of collision - all in accordance with best practice guidelines. investigation and prevention will continue and the 2 Council will work closely with An Garda Síochána in Traffic and Transport Assessment is a methodology addressing ongoing safety issues. used to assess the transport impacts of a proposed development, incorporating any subsequent School Traffic Zones (reduced speed limits, speed measures necessary to ensure roads and junctions reduction measures, road marking, signage etc) and other transport infrastructure in the vicinity of the will continue to be developed and school wardens development remains fit for purpose and encourages provided or retained near schools where warranted in a shift towards sustainable travel modes (Refer also to order to encourage good user behaviour for motorists, Section 8.2.4.2). cyclists and pedestrians on roads, footways and crossing points approaching schools. The ongoing Road Safety Audits (RSAs) involve the evaluation of programme of road safety education and training will road schemes during design, construction and early continue to be implemented in schools throughout operation to identify potential hazards to all road Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. users. RSAs are to be carried out on all new National Road infrastructure projects and on any schemes/ proposal which results in a permanent change to the 2.2.10.6 Policy ST29: Traffic Management* layout of a national road. It is Council policy to introduce traffic management 2.2.10.4 Policy ST27: Traffic Noise schemes on particular roads and in appropriate areas throughout the County to reduce vehicle speeds to an acceptable level and to reduce the potential for It is Council policy to ensure that traffic noise levels traffic congestion and associated vehicular emissions are considered as part of new developments along in urban areas. major roads/rail lines in accordance with best practice guidelines. In the design of Traffic Management schemes, designers will be encouraged to ensure that the needs Along major transport corridors, the effect of traffic of all road users are considered in such schemes and to noise on the development must be considered and appropriate measures undertaken to mitigate the effect of noise. This should be considered in the context of the ‘Dublin Agglomeration Environmental Noise Action Plan 2013 – 2018’. In the planning and design of National Road schemes, cognisance must be given to the National Road Authority document ‘Guidelines for the Treatment of Noise and Vibration in National Road Schemes’ (2004) and to the subsequent supplementary good practice guidance document titled, ‘Treatment of Noise during the Planning of National Road Schemes’.

2.2.10.5 Policy ST28: Road Safety

It is Council policy to implement the National Road Safety Plan 2013 - 2020 in conjunction with relevant stakeholders and agencies. Reducing the risk of collisions for all road users is a key objective of the Council. The Council’s five-year ‘Road Safety Plan 2010-2015’ contains an action plan to reduce collisions and casualties based on implementation of ‘Engineering, Education, Enforcement and Evaluation’ measures. The Road Safety Plan was developed in line

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mitigate any likely possible negative effects including contribution under Section 48(2)(c) may be required the potential for traffic diverting to the surrounding where specific exceptional costs not covered by road network. a scheme but which may benefit the proposed development are incurred by a local authority. All new residential development must be designed in accordance with the requirements set out in DMURS. Section 49 (supplementary) schemes relate to This Manual sets out design guidance and standards the separately specified infrastructural service for constructing new, and reconfiguring existing, or projects – such as roads, rail, or other public urban roads and streets in Ireland by incorporating transport infrastructure, which benefit the proposed good planning and design practice to create low development. Where schemes overlap with another speed environments in urban areas. Local Authority, the Section 49 Scheme will be developed in conjunction with that Local Authority. 2 Over the lifetime of this Plan, a ‘Countywide Speed Limit Review’ will be undertaken in accordance with Two Section 49 Schemes have already been approved National Guidelines. and currently operate in the County, namely: • Luas Line B1 extension between Sandyford and Cherrywood. • Glenamuck District Distributor Road linking the 2.2.11 Ports Kiltiernan/Glenamuck area to the M50 motorway network. To avoid map clutter the two ‘active’ Section 49 Schemes have not been shown on the Development 2.2.11.1 Policy ST30: Ports Plan Maps, but are instead detailed on Map No. T4 (Refer to Supplementary Mapping Booklet). The Luas It is the policy of the Council to improve access to and Line B1 catchment is defined by an area 1 kilometre support the continued development of Dún Laoghaire ‘crow flies’ distance either side of the Light Rail Port in accordance with the 2013 ‘National Ports alignment. The Glenamuck District Distributor Policy’. Road Section 49 catchment encompasses the area defined by the Kiltiernan/Glenamuck Local Area Plan The Council recognises the importance of Dún boundary. Laoghaire Port as an international gateway and consequently strongly supports any improvements in terms of accessibility.

2.2.12 Financial Contributions

2.2.12.1 Policy ST31: Section 48 and 49 Levies

It is Council policy to utilise, where appropriate, the provisions of Section 48 and 49 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000 to generate financial contributions towards the capital costs of providing local and strategic transport infrastructure, services or projects in the County. This will be carried out in conjunction with adjoining Local Authorities where appropriate. Financial contributions will be sought - as part of the Development Management process - for certain developments under the provisions of Section 48 and Section 49 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended). Section 48 (general) schemes relate to the existing or proposed provision of public infrastructure and facilities being developed benefiting development within the area of the planning authority and are applied as a general levy on development. A ‘special’

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69 Vision Statement: To encourage, support and facilitate further sustainable employment creation, economic growth and business development across a range of sectors - including retailing - by strengthening existing employment areas and revitalising town and district centres, by focusing on appropriate business support mechanisms and by capitalising upon the many inherent advantages available to the County – as evidenced by its economic profile – to improve the overall attractiveness of Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown as a vibrant place in which to set up and do business.

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3.1 Enterprise and Employment

remained almost unchanged from 2006 and the 3.1.1 Trends in Enterprise and County has continued to attract and retain high quality companies, both domestic and international, Employment in the technology, pharmaceutical and the financial services sectors. The strong national focus on economic recovery (i) Introduction has filtered through to local government generally, This section sets out some of the recent trends and the land-use planning process specifically. in enterprise and employment in the County and The Government’s proposals for reform of local provides a general socio-economic profile of the government - set out in the Local Government County. Reform Act (2014) envisage a stronger and more The Dublin City Region is recognised as Ireland’s explicit direct role for local authorities in promoting 3 only internationally competitive city region. Dún economic development. The ‘Regional Planning Laoghaire-Rathdown, as an integral part of this City Guidelines’,(RPGs) which inform planning policy at Region, must maintain a strong focus on sustaining County level, are to be reshaped as ‘Regional Spatial and enhancing Dublin’s attractiveness as a location and Economic Strategies’ and each local authority in which to do business, live and work. In economic must now prepare a ‘Local Economic and Community terms, the Greater Dublin Area, while constituting Plan’, the economic component of which will frame 40% of the nation’s population, contributes over 50% the broad economic policy for the County. of GVA (gross value added) and the continued success of the wider Metropolitan Dublin area in delivering (ii) Employment Trends the highest return on investment, will ultimately Analysis of Census 2011 shows there were lead to economic growth and enhanced quality of life approximately 87,500 people resident in Dún across the whole of Ireland. Laoghaire-Rathdown who were at work. This is a decline from approximately 92,000 in 2006. The Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has, like all other Counties, Census also records how many jobs are actually experienced the negative effects of the significant located in the County. In 2006 the number was deterioration in the national economy in recent years. approximately 68,000 and this figure remained Unemployment levels have more than doubled in largely unchanged by 2011. It should be noted that the County and retail and commercial vacancy rates the resident population of the County increased by have increased. However, despite the considerable c.13,000 persons during this period and under more economic downturn, the County has, in relative terms, normal economic circumstances a corresponding fared better than most. increase in the number of jobs located in the County While not underestimating the seriousness of the might have been expected. figure, the unemployment rate for the County, as Some employment locations have fared better measured in Census 2011 (at 11%) was the lowest than others - the number of jobs located in the unemployment rate in the State at that time. Sandyford Business District for example, increased The County also registered the lowest youth by almost 1,000, to a figure of approximately 15,000. unemployment rate in the Country. The overall There was also an increase in the number of jobs in number of jobs located in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown

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Dundrum (up by 1500 to approximately 4,500) and At a Regional level, a good indicator of the imbalances in Cherrywood (up, marginally to 2,300). There were, that exist between the location of the labour force however, decreases in the number of jobs in Dún and the location of jobs in the GDA is the ‘jobs ratio’. Laoghaire (down 700 to approximately 7,700) and the The ‘jobs ratio’ is the total number of jobs divided by Pottery Road area (down 200 to approximately 1,800). the labour force. The jobs ratio is used as an indicator The largest single employer in the County - UCD - to measure the sustainability of settlements, and remained largely unchanged at circa 5,500. although very little research has been undertaken on this issue, it has been suggested that on sustainability In terms of the resident labour force, the results of the grounds, the ratio should not fall below 0.7. The ‘jobs Census confirmed the continuing trend in the County ratio’ for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is 0.8. towards a high proportion of managers/professionals among the labour force. The County had the highest A number of indicators would tentatively suggest a proportion (25%) of persons classified as ‘Socio- gradual economic recovery is underway at the time of Economic Group A (Employers and Managers)’ within drafting the Plan. The unemployment numbers in the the State. County, which peaked in 2009, have been in persistent decline since then. For example, in the Dún Laoghaire When assessing the characteristics of the labour Social Welfare Office, the numbers on the Live Register force in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, two elements peaked at over 8,000 in 2009 and stand at just over 3 stand out: the relatively low participation rate and 6,000 in Quarter 3 2014. Nationally, the ESRI forecasts the relatively positive ‘jobs ratio’. The Census shows economic growth of 5% for 2015 – compared to growth the County’s labour force participation rate is 58%. rates of between 1% and 3% observed in recent years. A This is the lowest participation rate of the four Dublin consequence of this significant growth in output and Authorities (with Fingal having a rate of 70%). This employment, according to ESRI, will be a further fall relatively low participation rate is primarily due to in unemployment - the unemployment rate should be (i) the number of persons in the retired age cohorts, down to under 10 per cent of the labour force in 2015. and (ii) the relatively large proportion of third level The ESRI note that after a “long period of attrition”, the students in the County. economy is approaching the end of “the very painful period of fiscal adjustment”.

Figure 3.1 ,

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A recent mapping of the Live Register was carried out shows the concentration of unemployment across a by Southside Partnership DLR, in conjunction with the number of discrete neighbourhoods in the County. All Island Research Observatory. The mapping exercise

Live Register per 1000 of Population ±

14 - 46 Liver Register Per 1000 of Population 46 - 67 67 - 96

Planning & Enterprise Department 96 - 143

PL-14-367 Live Register 143 - 232 Data courtesy of Southside Partnership and AIRO

Figure 3.2

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(c) OpenStreetMap and contributors, Creative Commons-Share Alike License (CC-BY-SA) Main Locations of Employment in Dun Laoghaire Rathdown

101 - 300 301 - 700 0 0.5 1 2 Kilometers 701 - 1000 1001 - 2838 Number of Jobs per 250 metre Grid PL-14-368 POWSCAR 250

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(iii) Local Economic and Community Plan • The majority of new jobs continued to be created A new structure at local authority level - the Local in services rather than manufacturing. The Enterprise Office (LEO) - has emerged since the last gradual relocation of light industrial uses from County Development Plan. The LEO embraces the the Sandyford Business District area has been functions of former City/County Enterprise Boards a noticeable trend. The growth of this sector in and local authority Business Support Units. The Local Wicklow suggests a deflection from the Dublin Enterprise Office will be a key element of the local area to outlying Counties. government role in economic development in the • Local services, health care, leisure, tourism and coming years - over 95% of the c. 250,000 businesses retail sectors will become even more significant to in Ireland are SMEs employing less than 10 people, and the economy as the population ages and disposable this will be the core client base of the new LEOs. It is incomes rise. intended that the LEOs will act as a ‘one-stop-shop’ for the micro-enterprise and small business sector, • Key growth sectors in the economy of the Dublin delivering direct enterprise support and coordinating Region over the medium term are predicted to be access to other services for business. as follows: Guiding the work of the LEO will be the ‘Local Economic •• Retail/leisure. and Community Plan’,(LECP) which will be prepared •• Financial services. 3 and published by the Council in the near future. •• Culture/tourism. The focus of the economic element of the LECP, as set • Education/Research and Development. out in legislation, will be on “creating and sustaining • jobs” and “promoting the interests of the community”, •• Health. including: •• Software/I.C.T. • Enterprise and economic development across a range of economic sectors. (v) Commercial Development and Land Use Trends • Foreign Direct Investment. A key objective of the Draft Plan is to ensure that • Indigenous industry. sufficient serviced lands are available for employment • Micro, small and medium sized enterprises. generation and the plan-making process must include the assessment of the adequacy of the existing • Tourism. employment zoned lands and consider whether • Agriculture, forestry and the marine, and other additional lands may be required to meet employment natural resource sectors. needs over the Plan period. The Plan must also involve “supporting enhancement of local innovation capacity, including investment in research and development capacity, technology transfer, up-skilling and re-skilling and identifying economic potential and the requirements to realise it.” A priority of the LECP will be to articulate strategies and actions that will guide future development and resilience of towns and commercial areas taking into account the increased competition in the retail and office sectors, the impact of new technologies and the imperative to develop in a sustainable way and minimise environmental impacts. In due course, it is anticipated that there will be a very close alignment between the strategic spatial objectives of the County Development Plan and the enterprise/business focussed objectives of the Local Economic and Community Plan.

(iv) Sectoral Trends in Recent Years Trends in employment and enterprise/economic development which have been observed over the last number of years and which, subject to the current economic situation, are likely to continue for the duration of the Development Plan include the following:

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Employment in the County is concentrated in Major provided by the National Transport Authority in their Town Centre/District Centre lands and in the various “Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy - 2030 Employment zoned lands. As detailed previously, there Vision” uses an employment forecast that assumes the are approximately 68,000 jobs located in the County. 2006 ratio of employment-to-population will remain Relatively speaking, however, only a minority of these constant up to 2030 at national and GDA level. This are located in pure ‘Employment’ zoned lands - just means that for the GDA an increase in employment of under 20,000. As context, there are more than 11,000 39% over 2006 levels is expected. jobs located in the two ‘Major Town Centres’ - Dún The main areas of presently undeveloped employment Laoghaire and Dundrum - and circa 7,000 jobs located zoned lands (zoned Objective ‘E’ ) are in in ‘District Centre’ lands. • Cherrywood (40ha). The relative scale of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown’s Employment zoned lands is low in the context of the • Carrickmines (adjacent to ‘The Park’) (20-25ha). other Dublin Authorities. There is a total of almost • Old Conna (some potential employment zoned 300 hectares of employment lands within the County lands). - only 60 hectares of which is greenfield, undeveloped land. Fingal County Council, by comparison, has a The Core Strategy of this Draft Plan has concluded that 3 total of almost 2,700 hectares of employment land the substantial quantum of undeveloped Objective and South Dublin County Council a total of c.1,600 `E’ zoned lands is sufficient to meet the estimated hectares. The employment lands in Dún Laoghaire- demand over the lifetime of the Plan. Rathdown have, however, a much higher ‘job density’ on average yet, despite having a far smaller quantum of specific Employment zoned lands, the disparity between DLR and the other Dublin Authorities in terms of overall job numbers is not significant. The number of jobs located in Fingal is approximately 79,000 and in South Dublin 77,000.

(vi) Demand for Employment Zoned Lands While the RPGs do not provide specific growth estimates for employment across the GDA, an analysis

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lands. In this regard it is considered that a sufficient quantum of ‘Enterprise and Employment’ zoned 3.1.2 Strategy, Policies and lands is available to facilitate continued economic Objectives development and employment growth in the County over the Plan period. The Council will support the continued redevelopment Strategy and densification of Sandyford Business District to The strategic vision of this Plan is to support and provide for high quality office accommodation, along facilitate the economic development of the County with supporting facilities such as crèches, public across a range of sectors while acknowledging in restaurants/cafes and amenity areas for employees particular the growing importance of the knowledge and visitors. economy. The focus on employment creation will be based on consolidating the strong job generation capacity of high technology and knowledge based industries and the need for starter/incubator units to promote small to medium enterprise. It is an objective to provide for a wide range of employment 3 needs to ensure that people with a diverse range of skill levels can both find and help grow employment opportunities in the County. To generate sustainable economic growth, towns and cities need to be attractive places to live and work. This provides a broad agenda including everything from public transport, general affordability, cultural and recreational facilities, and the general quality of the environment. Office space needs to continue to be reconfigurable and flexible to facilitate growth. There is a need to develop premium office accommodation suited to top end, high value business activities. These are the activities most likely to be located in Ireland as low cost transactional activities move to lower cost locations abroad. 3.1.2.2 Policy E2: Knowledge Economy A shift from ‘high-volume jobs’ to ‘high-value jobs’ is likely within the County as companies seek to move It is Council policy to promote the development of up the value chain and undertake higher value-added knowledge-based enterprise in the County. activities in Ireland. To support this, there is a need The Council will liase with Enterprise Ireland, the IDA, for the development of more specialised skills and Forfás, the County’s Third Level Institutions and other expertise with a particular focus on the development relevant organisations to identify opportunities in Dún of competences in innovation, product development Laoghaire-Rathdown for the promotion of research and research and development. and development/innovation and, in particular, to The Council will seek to work in conjunction with promote the location of new industry in the County other Government and State agencies, to support and that is generated from innovation processes. facilitate job creation programmes and socially useful It is Council policy to promote the rollout of high speed and sustainable local industry. broadband, in particular next generation networks, to support knowledge-based enterprises.

3.1.2.1 Policy E1: Lands for Employment Use 3.1.2.3 Policy E3: Creative County – Culture It is Council policy to ensure that sufficient serviced and Creative Industries lands are available for employment generation.

There remains a substantial quantum of undeveloped It is Council policy to promote the development of Objective `E’ zoned lands – circa 60 ha, located in creative enterprises in the County. predominantly Cherrywood and Carrickmines, with significant ‘brown-field’ commercial redevelopment Cultural and creative industries, as a subset of the potential existing in the Sandyford Business District. knowledge economy, are an increasingly important While some of the undeveloped lands remain area of economic growth and employment creation. currently unserviced, infrastructural programmes They have been defined as industries which have their have commenced or are at an advanced design stage, origin in individual creativity, skill and talent and which which will unlock the development potential of these have a potential for wealth and job creation through the generation and exploitation of intellectual

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property - including areas such as advertising, software, efforts of UCD to continue to develop as a world-class publishing, architecture, music and the visual and university and will support the IADT in its mission to performing arts, film, video and photography. This has become the leading Irish educator for the knowledge, led to the emergence of the concept of ‘creative cities’. media and entertainment sectors. There is a growing movement internationally by cities It is Council policy to encourage the development to become recognised and organised as creative cities. of science and technology-based enterprise in Dún In this respect, the location of Ireland’s only institute Laoghaire-Rathdown. Science and technology-based of art, design and technology - IADT - in the County enterprise comprises knowledge-based processes and is a significant asset. IADT’s strategic vision is to be industrial activities in which research, innovation and at the forefront of research and innovation at the development play a significant part and which lead convergence of the arts, technology and enterprise, in to and accommodate the commercial production of a way that maximises its contribution to the County a high technology output. Science and technology and the County’s creative economy. based enterprises have formal and operational links with Third Level educational institutions or research 3.1.2.4 Policy E4: Third and Fourth Level centres and encourage the transfer of technology and business skills. The Council will encourage the Institutions 3 establishment of Fourth Level Institutions where appropriate to build on and expand research, It is Council policy to work in conjunction with Third innovation and development activity in the County. and Fourth Level Institutions in the creation and fostering of enterprise through research, innovation The ‘Third Level Institution’ (TLI) zoning objective and development activities and the commercialisation recognises and facilitates the increasingly diverse of such activities. array of uses on Third Level campuses. Strong evidence exists internationally to suggest that successful cities are those that achieve strong 3.1.2.5 Policy E5: Education and Skills linkages and synergies between their universities and businesses (Stanford – Silicon Valley, being the It is Council policy to sustain the existing high levels obvious example). The Council has been closely of educational attainment and skilled workforce, involved in UCD’s ongoing plans to develop the to encourage employment generation to maintain campus – including significant additional incubator/ this resource within the County and to promote the office space to commercialise hi-tech research availability of education opportunities to all residents projects like the ‘Belfield Innovation Park’ and the in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. ‘Gateway’ project, which will introduce a greater mix of uses on the campus – including commercial offices/ A well-educated and skilled workforce is a valuable hotel/cinema/ leisure/retail - to ‘open up’ the campus human resource, which will provide an attraction for to the wider community. The Council will support the inward investment and will promote the County as a leader in the knowledge economy. With most city regions now becoming more knowledge intensive, the challenge for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is to ensure that the County is at the forefront of this transition to a competitive knowledge based economy. The continuing presence and growth of excellent third and fourth level education and research and development nodes in the County will be critical to ensuring success.

3.1.2.6 Policy E6: Light Industrial and Related Uses

It is Council policy, when determining planning applications on industrial sites, to consider the employment-generating value of light industry areas in the County and the value of maintaining an adequate supply of light industrial space and employment in order to help ensure a diverse range of employment opportunities in the County. There continues to be a need for a diverse range of employment opportunities in Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown despite the increasing move towards ‘knowledge based’ activities - particularly in the context of high levels of employment at specific

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locations/nodes. Manufacturing industry employs in where a proposed development makes a positive the region of 5,600 people in the County and while it contribution to the area in terms of adding to the is acknowledged that trends over time suggest there richness and diversity of uses. The appropriate will be ongoing decline of traditional manufacturing location for residential use would generally be in close sectors, it is considered, nevertheless, that there proximity to public transport nodes and adjacent should continue to be adequate provision for light to facilities such as shops, crèches, restaurants and industrial activities. hotels and other community infrastructure.

3.1.2.7 Policy E7: Residential Use in 3.1.2.8 Policy E8: Sandyford Business Employment Zoned Land District

It is Council policy to achieve a satisfactory balance with It is Council policy to implement the Urban Framework regard to the residential component of development Plan for Sandyford. on lands zoned Objective ‘E’ to ensure that such The ‘Sandyford Business District’ refers to the lands remain available to facilitate their primary combined Sandyford Business Estate, Central Park objective for the lands which is the encouragement of and the South County Business Park area. Since 2000, enterprise and the creation of employment. Generally, the area has experienced significant high density any residential development proposals on ‘E’ zoned development, including residential development, lands should ensure that the employment element on as part of mixed-use schemes that also include site in terms of floor space should be no less than that comparison and convenience retail uses and other on site prior to redevelopment and must ensure that retail services such as banks, hair and beauty salons, the employment element on site in terms of overall bookmakers and off-licences. In response to the floor space remains the primary land use. changing nature of the Sandyford Business District The Plan has a central tenet of ‘planning for the and the fact that Census 2011 revealed that the resident knowledge economy’ – that is, the importance of population of the Business District is now almost planning ‘people places’ rather than environments 3,000 persons, it is considered appropriate to allow solely to attract business. The land-use zoning for continued development of residential uses and objective for employment lands must be flexible the associated uses required to serve this population enough to reflect this new mixed-use context, whilst in order to create a coherent urban form. However, it reinforcing the primacy of the employment use. is also considered that the Sandyford Business District should remain the primary employment centre in An element of residential use in employment zoned Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown and, while the policies and areas may be considered in appropriate locations

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objectives for the future development of Sandyford 3.1.2.11 Policy E11: Home Working/ contained in the Urban Framework Plan allow for a E-Working mix of uses, the emphasis remains on promoting the area as a major employment node. It is Council policy to permit home-based economic activities where, by virtue of their nature and scale, 3.1.2.9 Policy E9: Enterprise Incubator Units they can be accommodated without detriment to the amenities of residential areas and to promote and encourage the development of ‘Live-Work’ units It is Council policy to assist in the provision of capable of accommodating home-based economic enterprise centres in association with other agencies activities in areas of high density development at and in the context of local need. sustainable development locations in the County. The availability of adequate incubator space for The Council acknowledges the growing trend in enterprises in the early stages of development ‘e-working’ or home-working, which can contribute should be part of the enterprise infrastructure in Dún to a decrease in the demand for commuting-related Laoghaire-Rathdown. travel. Proposals for use of the home as a workplace will The Council, through the LEO, will liaise with the be controlled through the development management 3 public sector enterprise support agencies, with system in order to ensure the development can be voluntary community development groups and with integrated without detriment to the amenities of business organisations in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown residential areas. to facilitate the provision of suitable premises for such enterprises. In addition, major commercial planning applications located in employment zoned areas, may 3.1.2.12 Policy E12: Helipads be required to provide for incubator/starter units within the development. It is Council policy to facilitate the provision of a helipad facility at the major employment cores in the County. The preferred option is for a collective 3.1.2.10 Policy E10: Office Development facility to serve multiple users in order to avoid the proliferation of such facilities. It is Council policy to facilitate significant office The Council recognises the role that helipad facilities development in commercial and employment centres. can play in adding to the attractiveness of employment The appropriate locations for office development areas for large companies. There can be detrimental would generally be in Major Town Centres, District impacts from helipad facilities on adjacent residential Centres, and Employment zoned areas. areas in terms of noise nuisance and any such Office developments will generally be considered proposals would have to be carefully assessed in this appropriate in Major Town Centres, District Centres regard. Any such facility would also have to adhere to and Employment zones. In District Centre areas, office best practice in safety regulation as laid down by the development will be assessed in accordance with Irish Aviation Authority (IAA). relevant development management standards and on the size of the proposal in comparison to the size of the centre, the need to ensure a variety of uses in 3.1.2.13 Policy E13: Tourism and Recreation the centre to fully serve its catchment area and the capacity of the centre to absorb any such proposal. It is Council policy to co-operate with the appropriate These locations should be well served by existing agencies in promoting sustainable tourism and and/or proposed public transport facilities in line securing the development of tourist and recreation with the principles of sustainable development. The orientated facilities in the County. Sandyford Urban Framework Plan contains specific The Council recognises the employment potential policies for the Sandyford Business District in relation of tourism and recreation in the local economy. The to commercial office development Council will co-operate with the appropriate agencies The Council will encourage the conversion of existing in promoting sustainable tourism and securing the office stock, where appropriate, to be more receptive development of tourist and recreation orientated to the changing needs of employers and employees. facilities in the County. In this regard, the establishment of high specification Dún Laoghaire has been designated as a centre for ‘fourth generation’ office accommodation will be marine-related tourism under the National Ports especially encouraged. Policy. The strong growth in cruise tourism in the town has the potential to deliver a significant economic benefit to both the town itself and the wider County. The cruise business is a growing market sector in the tourism industry and Ireland has recently begun to capitalise on this market and has succeeded in attracting a growing number of visits by cruise liners.

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Dún Laoghaire has been important to attracting 3.1.2.15 Policy E15: Commercial Leisure these cruise calls, and in 2015, Dún Laoghaire Harbour Company estimate that over 100,000 passengers/ It is Council policy to ensure that all major commercial crew will visit the town as part of their cruise tour. leisure developments are located in accordance with The tourism potential of the Dublin Mountains, as a a sequential test approach. The priority will be Major recreational hiking/cycling destination, is significant. Town Centre locations, then District Centres and The Dublin Mountains Partnership, of which the Neighbourhood Centres. Commercial leisure uses Council is a member, was established to develop an may also be considered in Employment zones. The integrated outdoor recreation plan for forests and availability of a choice of sustainable transport modes other public/state-owned lands with the ultimate will be essential. aim of improving the recreational experience for users Commercial leisure facilities are those run on a profit of the Dublin Mountains. The flagship project of the basis and include cinemas, family entertainment Partnership was the establishment of a long distance centres such as bowling, indoor children’s play trail, the Dublin Mountains Way, across the mountains centres, fitness centres, gyms, swimming pools etc. from Shankill to Tallaght. Commercial leisure facilities generate a high level of movement and are best located in places that 3.1.2.14 offer the highest levels of accessibility to a range of Policy E14: Rural Development transport modes, in particular public transport.

It is Council policy to facilitate the development of acceptable rural enterprises and to minimise pollution 3.1.2.16 Policy E16: Equine Industry from agricultural and industrial sources by means of development management and water pollution It is Council policy to support the government legislation. commitment to the horse industry in Ireland and to Development Management policy focussed on promote and support and facilitate the development the rural areas of the County provides for the of the equine industry in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown development of rural enterprise, related to the area’s County in particular and to promote Dún Laoghaire- amenity potential and many enterprise/employment Rathdown as a centre of excellence for the bloodstock uses are either ‘Open for Consideration’ or ‘Permitted industry. in Principle’ in the rural areas of the County. The The Council recognises the increasing importance Planning Authority must balance the requirement to of the equine industry in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown protect the sensitive nature of the rural area with the County, particularly the positive contribution that the requirement to ensure enterprise development. industry makes towards agricultural diversification and rural employment in the county. In this context special consideration will be given to facilitate provision of residential accommodation on site in association with the development of horse breeding or equine facilities.

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July 2014 the RSI had risen to 102.9 representing an 3.2.1 Introduction increase of 11.7% over two years. In addition the KBC/ ESRI Consumer Sentiment Index was at a seven year high in mid 2014. The graphs below represent the Nationally the economic downturn and constrained changes in these indices since the peak period in 2007. consumer spending over the last six years has led to a In terms of strategic guidance the Greater Dublin very significant decline in the retail sector and in new Area Retail Strategy 2008-2016, which provides retail developments. This County has not escaped much of the basis for retail planning in the County, these negative impacts on the retailing sector during is unfortunately well out of date having been the recession. There have, however, been some formulated from information derived from the 2006 exceptions, most notably the continuing growth of Census. The intervening period has seen fundamental 3 the Dundrum Shopping Centre and the buoyancy of changes in the economic and demographic situation the retail park in Carrickmines. both nationally and locally and more current There are some signs of slow improvement in the information is available from the Census 2011. An macro economy with employment rising and the updated Retail Strategy for the GDA is urgently household savings ratio falling, leading to an increase required but indications are that any new, updated in household disposable incomes. Coupled with this, regional guidance to be prepared by the new Eastern the Retail Sales Index (RSI) statistics published by and Midlands Assembly is unlikely to be forthcoming the Central Statistics Office indicates more positive before 2016. consumer sentiment and improved retail sales since the all time low in 2012. At that time the RSI was at 92.1, a fall of 21% below the 2007 peak of 116. By

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The continuing validity and currency of the Strategy, 3.2.2 Strategic Context which was originally crafted using now outdated 2006 Census data - and at a time when the economic and fiscal landscape of both the State and the GDA were fundamentally different - is now somewhat 3.2.2.1 debateable. At the time of its publication - and in Policy RET1: Retail Planning recognition that the economic and demographic Guidelines criteria informing the Strategy would almost certainly change over time - the Strategy recommended that It is the policy of the Council to have regard to it be reviewed and updated every two years in order the ‘Retail Planning Guidelines for Planning to respond to changing economic circumstances. The Authorities’ published by the Department of the Strategy was published in June 2008 but no biennial Environment, Community and Local Government in reviews have been undertaken to date. 2012, in determining planning applications for retail The GDA Regional Authority, which originally development. published the Retail Strategy, was disbanded in June These Guidelines identify five key policy objectives to 2014 and has been replaced by a new, and much larger, be progressed by planning authorities. These are: Eastern and Midlands Regional Assembly. This new body will be responsible for preparing the successor • Ensuring that retail development is plan-led. document to the Retail Strategy. Unfortunately, • Promoting city/town centre vitality through a however, any such replacement document is unlikely sequential approach to development. to be published in time to inform or input to this • Securing competitiveness in the retail sector County Development Plan process. by actively enabling good quality development Notwithstanding the existing Greater Dublin proposals to come forward in suitable locations. Area Retail Strategy within which local planning • Facilitating a shift towards increased access to authorities are obliged to operate does seek to set retailing by public transport, cycling and walking. out a co-ordinated and sustainable approach to the assessment and provision of retail within the Greater • Delivering quality urban design outcomes. Dublin Area so that: • Adequate and suitable provision is made to 3.2.2.2 Policy RET2: Greater Dublin Area meet the needs of changing population patterns, Retail Strategy both overall and locally, and provide for healthy competition and consumer choice.

It is Council policy to have regard to the Retail Strategy • Retail in suitable locations is provided, integrated for the Greater Dublin Area 2008 – 2016 but to adopt within existing growth areas and public transport a cautionary position in relation to consideration of investments. future retail floorspace requirements and objectives • Significant overprovision, which would place more in light of changing economic circumstances. marginal locations under severe pressure and

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undermine sustainability driven policies aimed at of light rail links, a sufficient resident population revitalising town centres, is avoided. exceeding 10,000 and the preparation of an approved urban design master plan. The Strategy sets out the following retail hierarchy for the GDA Metropolitan and Hinterland Areas. • To encourage the provision and survival and modernisation of local shopping in the many Levels Centres Locations villages and suburban locations across the County Level 1 Metropolitan Dublin City Centre to allow day-to-day shopping to be met within Centre walking distance through the protection of the retail opportunities in key local locations. Level 2 Major Town Dún Laoghaire & Centres Dundrum The Strategy sets out a series of policy recommendations which draws on quantitative Level 3 Town & District Stillorgan, Blackrock, analysis undertaken as part of the original review, Centres Nutgrove, Cornelscourt examining market patterns, expenditure and and Cherrywood future growth projections. By setting out a strategic The Strategy makes specific policy recommendations framework for retail, the Strategy seeks to give for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown including: guidance on where future retail should be provided 3 and what issues need to be addressed. • To support the future vitality and viability of the main retail centres in the County and to facilitate Notwithstanding the above, there are dangers inherent a competitive and healthy environment for the in adopting a slavish adherence to the floorspace retail industry of the future, while reinforcing figures being articulated in the Strategy. The Strategy sustainable development. was initiated at a time when economic growth was still very buoyant. The future growth projections • To maintain the two Major Town Centres (Dún justifying fairly substantial additional floorspace Laoghaire and Dundrum) as the primary retail over the period of the Strategy were predicated on a centres in the County. This will be reflected in the continued State-wide economic buoyancy and a rising nature and scale of retail and services permitted consumer expenditure pattern based on relatively in these centres and by the integration of leisure, significant and continuing population growth in the entertainment and cultural facilities at both Region for the duration of the Strategy. In essence locations. the Strategy is based on data largely collated in the • Support the viability of existing District Centres Autumn of 2006 – during a time of record housing and allow for the redevelopment and rejuvenation completions, strong house price growth, high levels of ageing centres, to facilitate changing retail of in-migration by non-nationals and historically low patterns and needs and to move away from single unemployment figures. The last eight years has seen a use sites by integrating retail provision at district significant reversal in most of these indicators. level with other services, offices and residential The Strategy identifies the poor retail environment, to create vibrant centres serving the surrounding uncompetitive tenant mix and inadequate space in housing districts. Dún Laoghaire and recommends that opportunities • To facilitate and promote the development of for improving the existing environment should be Cherrywood Town Centre on a phased basis as a considered. In relation to Blackrock and Stillorgan that large scale urban district centre located within a Strategy recommends these centres be reinvented high density environment subject to the provision

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and enhanced to bring them in line with modern Planning Guidelines 2010-2022’, in defining the retail retailing needs. hierarchy of the County and defining the role of the retail centres. It is Council policy to promote the It is recommended that the approach to retailing and viability and vitality of its existing main retail centres retailing floorspace in this Development Plan should while continuing to protect and improve the amenity be cautionary, particularly in relation to the potential of surrounding areas. adverse consequences of oversupply. At the heart of the Retail Strategy and the RPGs is a hierarchy of retail locations that form the basis for 3.2.2.3 Policy RET3: Retail Hierarchy determining the quantum and location of new retail development. The proposed retail hierarchy and It is Council policy to have regard to the ‘GDA Retail overarching strategy for each of the core retailing Planning Strategy 2008 – 2016’ and the ‘GDA Regional areas in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is set out below in Table 3.2.1.

Table 3.2.1: Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Retail Hierarchy Description Locations Overall Strategy 3 Major Town Centres Dún Laoghaire Consolidation of the central commercial core. Encourage the incremental growth of secondary character quarters in the Town Centre. Refurbishment/redevelopment of existing fabric to provide larger floor plates. Comprehensive environmental improvement and upgrade of public realm

Dundrum Implementation of Phase 2 of Town Centre – to include appropriate level of complementary non-retail uses and activities e.g. recreational, entertainment, cultural. Major environmental upgrade of Main Street.

District Centres Blackrock To encourage the potential redevelopment of the Blackrock and Frascati Shopping Centres and the consolidation of Blackrock Main Street as a mixed-use centre in accordance with an approved Local Area Plan. Any retail expansion should be limited and proportionate to the current percentage share of the overall net retail floorspace in the core retail area, as indicated in the Local Area Plan.

Stillorgan Encourage potential redevelopment as higher density, urban mixed-use centre in accordance with general provisions of the adopted Local Area Plan. Limited expansion of convenience and comparison retail floorspace.

Nutgrove Encourage potential redevelopment as higher density urban mixed-use centre. Limited expansion of convenience and comparison retail floorspace.

Cornelscourt Limited expansion of retail floorspace on a constrained site.

Cherrywood Promote a fully mixed-use sustainable town centre in accordance with the approved SDZ Planning Scheme.

Established Various e.g. Ballybrack, Promote mixed-use potential of neighbourhood centres Neighbourhood Ballinteer, Sandyford as appropriate, subject to protection of local amenities. Centres Limited incremental growth in retail floorspace in response to population levels.

New Neighbourhood Various e.g. Stepaside, Promote mixed-use potential of new and refurbished Centres Ticknock, Carrickmines centres to provide for local need. Expansion in line with planned population growth.

Key Development Various e.g. Woodbrook/ Development of sustainable mixed-use urban villages in Areas Shanganagh, Kiltiernan/ accordance with approved Local Area Plans/SDZ. Retail Glenamuck, Cherrywood, floorspace in line with planned population levels. Old Conna

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grouped together to create a focus for the local population. These centres meet the local day-today needs of surrounding residents. The GDA Retail Strategy, in recognition that there is currently more limited capacity for significant new development to be supported by growth in population and expenditure per capita criteria, cautions that there is a limited quantitative case to be put forward for the provision of new centres outside of those planned in the Regional Planning Guidelines and current Development Plans. This Development Plan fully concurs with that position. It is considered that the well established retail hierarchy in the County is operating reasonably satisfactorily and its overall logic is well understood 3 by the general public, retailers and developers alike. (i) Core Retail Areas The Retail Planning Guidelines (2012) require retail strategies to define the boundaries of the Core Retail Areas. The definition of the Core Retail Areas for each of the main centres in the County is summarised below: • Dundrum Town Centre - Between Main Street and Dundrum Bypass and from Waldemar Terrace to Wyckham Way.

In broad terms the Strategy seeks to define the • Dún Laoghaire Town Centre - Georges Street, from categories and types of services expected within each Bloomfield’s Shopping Centre to Corrig Avenue – level viz: the northern part of Patrick Street and the central part of Marine Road. • Major Town Centres • Stillorgan - Lower Kilmacud Road (including Full range of all types of retail services from Stillorgan Shopping Centre) from The Hill junction newsagents to specialist shops and boutiques, to the Overflow Carpark. department stores, foodstores of all types and a high level of mixed uses including the arts and • Blackrock - Main Street to Frascati Shopping Centre culture to create a vibrant living place. Centres and from Blackrock Shopping Centre to Carysfort should be well connected and served by high Avenue. quality public transport, and should be serving • Cornelscourt - As per the ‘DC’ zoning objective. population catchments in excess of 60,000 people. • Nutgrove - As per the ‘DC’ zoning objective. • District Centres • Cherrywood - As per the Town Centre land use These centres will vary both in the scale of objective. provision and size of catchment depending on proximity to a major town centre but a good range of comparison shopping would be expected 3.2.2.4 Policy RET4: Major Town Centres (though no large department store) some leisure activities and a range of cafés and restaurants and It is Council policy to maintain the two Major Town other mixed uses. They should contain at least one Centres - Dún Laoghaire and Dundrum as the primary supermarket and ancillary foodstores alongside retail centres in the County. This will be reflected in financial and other retail services. District Centres the nature and scale of retail and services permitted should generally range in size from 10-25,000 sq.m. in these centres and by the range of complementary net retail sales area catering for a population of leisure, entertainment and cultural facilities located between 10,000-40,000. there. • Neighbourhood Centres Dún Laoghaire and Dundrum are the two Major These centres usually contain one supermarket Town Centres in the County but clearly they are quite ranging in size from 1,000-2,500 sq.m. with a different entities. As Major Town Centres they have a limited range of supporting shops and retail role beyond simply retailing – both have a vital social, services and possibly other services such as post cultural and employment function that needs to be offices, community centres or health clinics catered for in the context of their future growth.

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In Dundrum the first phase of the new Town Centre For the Edwardian Quarter this may include specialist has been completed and includes much needed social, clothing / footwear brands, boutiques / leisure cultural and community facilities which helps to fashion, specialist home stores / crafts, antiques, energise and animate the new Town Centre both day specialist food and restaurants. and night. The commencement of Phase 2, involving For the Artisan Quarter this may include specialist the complete demolition of the old shopping centre home stores / crafts, young trend clothing / footwear is presently on hold and when it will begin remains brands, culture / galleries / gifts, music / books, unclear at this juncture. restaurants / world cuisine and evening culture. There is recognition that, in retailing terms, Dún For the Town Hall Quarter this may include leisure/ Laoghaire cannot, and should not, attempt to compete tourist/marine focus, boating equipment, gift/ with or mimic Dundrum. Given the elongated linear souvenir/craft, galleries/tourist shops and specialist nature of the Major Town Centre in Dún Laoghaire, food/confectionery. which extends from Cumberland Street to the People’s Park, it is considered appropriate to consolidate the Also refer to Appendix 12 Dún Laoghaire Urban Central Commercial Core. This Quarter will include Framework Plan for more detailed information on the George’s Street - from Bloomfield’s Shopping Centre development of these Quarters. to Corrig Avenue – the northern part of Patrick Street 3 and the central part of Marine Road. 3.2.2.5 Policy RET5: District Centres The Council will also encourage the incremental growth of secondary character ‘Quarters’ in the Town It is Council policy to maintain the District Centres Centre as follows: at Blackrock, Stillorgan, Nutgrove and Cornelscourt • Edwardian Quarter - George’s Street Upper, east of and to promote a mixed-use sustainable town centre the Central Commercial Core. in Cherrywood in accordance with the approved SDZ Planning Scheme. • Town Hall Quarter – Marine Road to Crofton Road/ Queen’s Road (Hospital car park to the LexIcon). The District Centres at Blackrock, Stillorgan, Nutgrove and Cornelscourt are characterised by medium or • Artisan Quarter - George’s Street Lower, west of the large foodstore anchors together with a range of Central Commercial Core. comparison shopping. Blackrock and, to a lesser The normal range of Major Town Centre uses and extent, Nutgrove accommodate a range of other retail functions will still be acceptable in the secondary services, leisure facilities and community structures. Quarters and the emphasis will be to encourage and The District Centres should progressively develop as promote retail uses and activities appropriate to the mixed-use urban centres to include a residential and quarter. commercial office component where appropriate. Development Plan and Local Area Plan policies will help guide the form of future development so

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that they evolve into fully functioning mixed-use, Two of the largest neighbourhood centres at higher density urban centres with enhanced public Kiltiernan and Sallynoggin have been reduced in size. transport, access and parking demand management. Both of these centres measured 6.7 hectares and it Section 3.2.6 sets out Specific Retail Objectives for was considered that they would benefit from a more the County’s four established District Centres. The refined zoning to align them with the other larger future development and direction of the nascent neighbourhood centres in the County. Cherrywood Town Centre will be guided and driven In the proposed Key Development Areas – Woodbrook/ by the detailed Planning Scheme approved for this Shanganagh, Kiltiernan/ Glenamuck and Old Conna – Strategic Development Zone. the type and range of facilities to be incorporated into mixed-use neighbourhood centres will be promoted 3.2.2.6 Policy RET6: Neighbourhood Centres through the mechanism of Local Area Plans.

It is Council policy to encourage the provision of an 3.2.2.7 Policy RET7: Convenience Shops appropriate mix, range and type of uses - including retail and retail services - in areas zoned objective ‘NC’ It is Council policy to facilitate the provision of local subject to the protection of the residential amenities convenience shops in residential areas where there 3 of the surrounding area. is a clear deficiency of retail provision, subject to The function of Neighbourhood Centres is to provide protecting residential amenity. a range of convenient and easily accessible retail Within residential areas, the Council recognises outlets and services within walking distance for the the need for convenience shopping provision and local catchment population. The Council considers accepts that a neighbourhood centre may not always that, subject to the protection of residential amenities, be available within easy walking distance. When a number of the larger neighbourhood centres are evaluating proposals for such a use, the Council capable of being promoted as local mixed-use nodes will have regard to the distance from the proposed accommodating a range of uses beyond simply retailing development to existing shopping facilities and to its or retail services. The introduction of residential and a impact on the amenity of adjoining dwellings. Local higher level of commercial office activity, for example, convenience shops shall not have a floorspace greater could ‘sit’ quite comfortably in many neighbourhood than 100 sq.m. net. centre locations without detriment to local amenity. The Zoning Objective for ‘NC’ (Refer to Table 8.3.6 in Chapter 8.3) has consequently been amended to facilitate a more diverse range of uses than has been the case heretofore in previous Development Plans.

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3.2.2.8 Policy RET8: Casual Trading Areas The Planning Authority may allow for some discretion in situations where the premises has been vacant for an extended period, where the proposed design is of It is Council policy to designate sites as Casual high quality and where the proposal will increase the Trading Areas in suitable locations where deemed residential population of the commercial centre. appropriate. The increasing role of internet shopping in the In the implementation of this policy the Council will retail sector in Ireland is evident, with an estimated have regard to the terms of the Casual Trading Act €4.1bn of online spend in 2014. The County features 1995 (or as may be amended from time to time). It an extensive broadband network, which is being is also Council policy to promote organic producers upgraded regularly by the private suppliers. This will and producer-only products through the provision enable retailers in the County to increase their online of its ‘CoCo Markets’ and to promote seasonal and presence. craft markets, including privately operated farmers markets. 3.2.2.10 Policy RET10: Retail Warehousing & 3.2.2.9 Policy RET9: Non-Retail Uses Retail Parks

It is Council policy to control the provision of non- It is Council policy to strictly control and limit retail uses at ground floor level in the principal additional new retail warehousing/retail park shopping streets of Major Town Centres and District floorspace in the County for the duration of the Plan. Centres and also within the shopping parades of Any limited new retail warehousing will be on lands Mixed-Use Neighbourhood Centres. zoned Objective ‘LIW’ – “To improve and provide for low density warehousing/light industrial warehousing This policy will be operated through the Development units”, `MIC’ – “To consolidate and complete the Management process. It is considered necessary to development of the mixed use inner core to enhance control the amount of non-retail floorspace at ground and reinforce sustainable development”, ‘OE’ – “To level within shopping centres in order to protect provide for office and enterprise development” and the retail viability of the centre, and to maintain the ‘E’ – “To provide for economic development and visual character of the streets which can be adversely employment” where the site has good access to a affected by the impact of ‘dead frontages’. Corner suitable road network and has access to integrated sites in Major Town Centres and District Centres are public transport. Where considered appropriate, considered pivotal in creating a sense of vibrancy; the some very limited retail warehousing may be open nature of the use of ground floor corner retail units for consideration in or near the edge of lands zoned will be required to reflect this in the design of their Objective ‘MTC’ – “To protect, provide for and/or frontages, the use of the premises, and where feasible, improve Major Town Centre facilities”, but only where their hours of opening. it can be demonstrated that the proposal will add

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to the centre’s overall attractiveness for shopping. locational exceptions in the NSS five gateway cities. Any application for retail warehousing will require In these areas the Guidelines indicate that Planning to demonstrate that the proposal will not impact Authorities may wish to consider designating potential adversely on the vitality and viability of established development sites for large-scale retail warehousing. retail centres in accordance with the criteria set In 2013, an analysis of potential sites for large scale down in the ‘Retail Planning Guidelines for Planning retail warehousing was undertaken for the County. Authorities’ (2012). The outcome of the study found that there was no potential site available in the County that meet the The Retail Strategy 2008–2016 comments on the requirements of both the Retail Planning Guidelines very significant increase in retail warehousing park (2012) and the Spatial Planning and National Roads schemes in the Greater Dublin Area since 2001. In terms Guidelines (2012). of spatial distribution the heaviest concentrations of retail warehousing are to be found at: • Nutgrove • Sandyford Business Estate/Stillorgan Industrial Area 3.2.3 Additional Retail Floor Space • Carrickmines • Sallynoggin The Retail Strategy comments quite forcibly on the 3.2.3.1 reduced demand for new retail warehouse floorspace Policy RET11: Additional Retail Floor over the coming years and the need for careful Space consideration in future planning for this sector of the market. The Development Plan will give heed to the It is Council policy, while having regard to the ‘Retail cautionary sentiment outlined in the Retail Strategy Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area 2008 – 2016’, and will consider carefully any new proposals for to nevertheless adopt a cautionary position in additional retail warehouse floorspace in terms of relation to the provision of significant additional potential retail impact both in existing centres and retail floorspace in the County for the duration of established retail warehousing cores. In addition, the Plan – in recognition of the dramatic slowdown proposals will require to demonstrate that they in the economy resulting in lower than expected in- are accessible by public transport and that there migration levels and consequent lower growth in is sufficient capacity in the local road network to overall consumer expenditure. accommodate the development. The Retail Strategy projects a ‘Convenience Goods The Retail Planning Guidelines advise a retail Need’ for the County up to 2016 of c.28,000 sq.m. warehousing floorspace cap of 6000 sq.m. gross with Projected ‘Comparison Goods Need’ is in a range

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between circa 96,000 sq.m. (Low Projection) and readily accessible from the local catchment by c.130,000 sq.m. (High Projection). (The difference sustainable forms of transport – walking and cycling. between Low Projection and High Projection Contextually, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is spatially is a function of the proportions of comparison very small. The urban core of the County stretches floorspace to be provided, or not, in the form of retail no more that 5-6 kilometres north-south while east- warehousing). To build in ‘flexibility’ into the Strategy west along the coast the extremities of the County’s to facilitate retail schemes that may not come on core metropolitan area is no more then 12 kilometres stream until after the end date of 2016 the Strategy in extent (Booterstown and Shankill). The ‘crow flies’ also proposes that the 2016 floorspace need totals distances separating the various Major Town Centres be ‘adjusted’ upwards by a maximum of 25% for and District Centres are very small – Blackrock and comparison goods and 20% for convenience goods. Stillorgan, for example, are only 2 kilometres apart, The authors of the Retail Strategy readily acknowledge similarly for Nutgrove and Dundrum. Few parts of the difficulties in preparing projections over long time the County are more than 10-15 minutes travel time periods and that the need figures referred to above to a District or Major Town Centre. In terms of the should be reassessed at regular intervals “...in light sustainability agenda Dún Laoghaire Town Centre of both the scale of population growth in the County is located proximate to the DART line and forms the and whether it is above or below the Regional Planning terminus to the most successful QBC in Metropolitan 3 Guidelines figures used in the Strategy and the levels Dublin. Dundrum lies astride Luas Line B, Blackrock of economic activity both nationally and locally which is well serviced by the DART and the Rock Road impact, in turn, on the retail spend by individuals in any bus corridor while Stillorgan and Cornelscourt are catchment area”. adjacent to the N11 QBC corridor. Based on the analysis previously set out in policy RET2, In terms of accessibility to lower order facilities few and to give credence and substance to the need for locations within the built-up area are significantly a cautionary approach, it is considered that, in the removed from Neighbourhood Centres, local current climate, the upward ‘adjustments’ of 20% convenience shops and/or petrol filling stations to and 25% set out in the Strategy are over-optimistic satisfy day-to-day shopping requirements. and untenable. Indeed, even the validity of the High Projection ‘Comparison Goods Need’ figure of c.130,000 sq.m. seems questionable in the context of lower than expected population growth figures and contracting consumer expenditure levels. 3.2.5 Assessment of Retail In attempting to calculate realistic levels of needs Development Proposals it has to be borne in mind that, while the Strategy figures were inclusive of retail commitments as of summer 2007, existing grants of permission not yet commenced have not been subtracted nor have 3.2.5.1 Policy RET12: Assessment of Retail new retail completions since 2007. Notable among Proposals these latter figures is the c.36,000 sq.m. Phase 2 at Dundrum. While there is a question mark in relation It is Council policy to ensure that applications for to the timing of the delivery of Dundrum Town Centre new retail development shall accord with the retail Phase 2 it would appear prudent to subtract the policies of the Development Plan and are objectively 36,000 sq.m. allocated to Dundrum from the overall assessed as set out in Government Guidance in the calculation. form of the ‘Retail Planning Guidelines’ (2012). Applications for new retail development shall: • Be in line with the role and function of the retail centre in the Plan and accord with the scale and 3.2.4 Retail Strategy type of retailing identified for that location. and Sustainability • Accord with the fundamental objective to support the vitality and viability of the retail centre and Both the Retail Planning Guidelines for the Greater must demonstrate compliance with the sequential Dublin Area and the 2008-2016 Retail Strategy stress approach. the importance of establishing the optimum location • Provide a detailed retail impact assessment and for new higher order (Major Town Centre/District a transport impact assessment to accompany the Centre) retail developments which are accessible to application where appropriate. all sections of society particularly by public transport and in a location which encourages multi-purpose • Be of a high quality and incorporate layouts that shopping, business and leisure trips on the same encourage active and engaging frontages where journey. For lower order centres (Neighbourhood appropriate. Centres and Convenience shops) these should be

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There shall be a general presumption against large • To encourage the renewal and provide for public out-of-town retail centres, in particular those located realm improvement of the area between Blackrock adjacent or close to existing, new or planned National DART Station and Main Street opening vistas to the Roads/Motorways. shoreline and to improve pedestrian connections to the seafront. • To upgrade the public realm along Main Street to provide a more attractive environment for retailing. 3.2.6 Specific Objectives • Net retail sales area1 in Blackrock District Centre zoned lands to be capped at 25,000 sq.m.

(i) Stillorgan District Centre (iii) Nutgrove District Centre • To promote the future redevelopment of Stillorgan • To promote the regeneration and redevelopment as a multi-faceted, mixed-use sustainable District of Nutgrove District Centre as a sustainable, multi- Centre having regard to the broad objectives of the faceted mixed-use District Centre. adopted Stillorgan Local Area Plan. • To encourage a broader range of uses into the 3 • The regeneration and redevelopment of Stillorgan District Centre including good quality residential, District Centre should create an urban context in leisure and commercial office floorspace. respect of scale, design and layout. • Net retail sales area1 in Nutgrove District Centre • Good quality residential development shall be zoned lands to be capped at 25,000 sq.m. encouraged to ensure vitality and animation both day and night. (iv) Cornelscourt District Centre • Net retail sales area1 in the Cornelscourt District • The creation of quality spaces and enhanced public Centre zoned lands to be capped at 25,000 sq.m. realm will be a prerequisite. • Priority movement for pedestrians, cyclists and public transport should be ensured. The influence and impact of the private car on the environs of the District Centre to be moderated. • The residential amenity of established residential areas on the fringes of the District Centre to be protected and, where possible, enhanced. • Net retail sales area1 in Stillorgan District Centre zoned lands to be capped at 25,000 sq.m.

(ii) Blackrock District Centre • To promote the future redevelopment of Blackrock as a sustainable mixed-use District Centre having regard to the broad objectives of the proposed Blackrock Local Area Plan. • To ensure that the potential redevelopment of the Frascati and Blackrock Shopping Centres shall provide for improved linkages and pedestrian/cycle permeability across the Frascati Road and into the surrounding areas. • To examine improved car parking facilities (multi- storey and/or underground) at Frascati Shopping Centre. • To actively promote good quality residential development into a broader mix of uses. Any residential proposal, whether stand alone or in a mixed use scheme, shall include a mix of unit types. • To prepare detailed traffic management plans for Blackrock – to be incorporated as an integral component of the proposed Local Area Plan.

1 Net retail sales area – the net sales area of a shop or store which is devoted to the sales of retail goods exclusive of staff and storage areas

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93 Vision Statement: To promote and develop a coherent and integrated green infrastructure network across Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown which will secure and enhance biodiversity - including the protection of Natura 2000 sites - provide readily accessible parks, open spaces and recreational facilities, maintain historic and landscape character areas and provide for the sustainable management of water through facilitating the retention and development of a network of green spaces in urban and countryside locations to serve the needs of all citizens and communities in the County.

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development of the County. By promoting greater 4.1.1. Introduction levels of information, communication and imaginative design, however, conflicts can be minimised and it should be possible for the County to continue The landscape, heritage and biodiversity of Dún to grow in vitality whilst retaining its very distinct Laoghaire-Rathdown represent some of the most characteristics. important intrinsic assets of the County. Indeed, The Strategic Vision of this Plan in relation to to a great degree they actually define the County. Landscape, Heritage and Biodiversity must recognise The heritage of the County encompasses built, and address the following key challenges facing the archaeological, cultural and natural heritage, while County: the extensive network of public parks and open spaces provide important areas for passive and • Balancing the needs of the built, archaeological, active recreation as well as key spaces for enhancing cultural and natural heritage of the County with biodiversity. The County is framed by its coastal and the legitimate need to continue to develop Dún upland landscapes and the diverse range of landscape Laoghaire-Rathdown County in a positive and character areas ‘Between the Mountains and the sustainable manner. Sea’ testify to the variety of landscapes in what is the • Increasing awareness among all sections of the smallest administrative County in Ireland. population of the importance of the County’s 4 All of these assets are integral to the County’s image, landscape, cultural heritage and biodiversity. and add greatly to the quality of life for both residents • The formulation of appropriate and considered and visitors alike. They set the physical context to the policies for the protection, enhancement and daily experiences of those who live, work and visit Dún management of the heritage of the County while Laoghaire-Rathdown. The landscape, cultural heritage recognising that this heritage is not a static entity and biodiversity of the County also represent valuable but is constantly evolving and changing. economic assets. The effective management of these assets is integral to the future successful development • Recognising that landscape is the overall key facet of the County. which forms the ‘glue’ binding all areas of heritage and to fully integrate environmental considerations In a largely urban area such as Dún Laoghaire- into other Development Plan policies to ensure Rathdown, matters of landscape, heritage and cross compliance of the Plan. biodiversity necessarily go hand in hand with the

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• Promoting, protecting and enhancing sustainable and appropriate public access to the natural heritage of the County. • Ensuring that the County’s Heritage Plan 2013 – 2019, ‘Contributing Towards Quality of Life’ and the County’s Biodiversity Plan 2009 – 2013 ‘Treasuring our Wildlife’ are implemented and that succession plans are put in place at the appropriate time. • Recognising the close relationship between the landscape, natural heritage and recreational open spaces. The distribution of landscape, natural heritage and recreational assets across the County are vitally important to creating an accessible County. The entire population of the County should have access to nature, parks and strategic public open space. • The creation of a ‘Green Infrastructure Strategy’ to help manage the future landscape of the County giving due regard to recreation, biodiversity, built and archaeological heritage. • Recognising the challenges of climate change and 4 its impact on biodiversity and the consequent resultant requirement to adapt to climate change positively (climate change adaptation). • Ensuring full compliance with the requirements of the Habitats Directive. The creation of a Green Infrastructure Strategy that is intrinsic to, and permeates across every facet of the County, can provide many social, economic and environmental benefits proximate to where people and that the requirements of Article 6(3) and 6(4) of live and work including: the EU Habitats Directive are fully satisfied. Where a • Providing space and habitats for wildlife and ready plan /project is likely to have a significant effect on a access to nature for the populace. Natura 2000 site or where there is uncertainty with regard to effects, it shall be subject to Appropriate • Providing places for outdoor relaxation and play. Assessment. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) shall • Providing corridors for walking and cycling. be produced. The plan/project will proceed only after it has been ascertained that it will not adversely • Assisting in climate change adaptation - including affect the integrity of the site or where, in the flood alleviation. absence of alternative solutions, the plan/project is • Increasing environmental education and deemed imperative for reasons of overriding public awareness. interest, all in accordance with the provisions of the EU Habitats Directive. • Providing places for local food production - in allotments, gardens and through agriculture. The application of the EU guidance ‘Assessment of Plans and Projects Significantly Affecting Natura • Improved health and well-being by raising the 2000 Sites’ and ‘Managing Natura 2000 Sites’ and quality of the County’s citizens living and working the Department of Environment, Community and environment. Local Government ‘Appropriate Assessment of Plans • Assisting in ‘place-making’, by positively and Projects in Ireland – Guidelines for Planning recognising and maintaining the character of Authorities’ (2009, revision 2010) is encouraged. The particular locations, particularly where new Council is aware that there are a number of projects development is planned. that are affected by the designation of Dublin Bay SAC and SPA. • Enhancing biodiversity. This chapter is divided into 3 sub-sections: The Council will ensure that any plan/project and any • Landscape (including the Coast and the Mountains). associated works, individually or in combination with other plans or projects, are subject to Appropriate • Biodiversity. Assessment Screening to ensure there are no likely • Heritage. significant effects on the integrity (defined by the structure and function) of any Natura 2000 site(s)

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issues. The Convention defines landscape as ‘an area, as perceived by people, whose character is the 4.1.2 Landscape result of the action and interaction of natural and/ or human factors’. As a signatory of the Convention there is an obligation on Ireland to prepare a National 4.1.2 Landscape Strategy. In July 2014 the Department of (i) Landscape Arts, Heritage and Gaeltacht (DoEHLG) duly published ‘A Draft National Landscape Strategy for Ireland 2014 The landscape of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is a – 2024’ which sets out Ireland’s aims and objectives dynamic and living landscape. It is not a static entity with regard to landscape. The Draft Strategy contains but is the outcome of thousands of years of action and a commitment to preparing an overarching National interaction between natural and human factors. Landscape Character Assessment that will be followed Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown contains significant by the publication of ‘Planning Guidelines on Local areas of landscape importance. The retention and Landscape Character Assessment’. protection of these areas is particularly critical given the established built-up nature of the majority of the County and the continuing pattern of densification 4.1.2.1 Policy LHB1: Preservation of and intensification. There is a clear presumption in Landscape Character Areas* favour of conserving, maintaining and enhancing the landscape character of the County to enable those It is Council policy to continue to preserve and enhance living and working within, and those visiting, Dún the character of the County’s landscapes in accordance Laoghaire-Rathdown to reap the benefits of the high with the recommended strategies as originally quality environment and the leisure and recreation outlined in the Landscape Character Assessment amenities which this landscape facilitates and offers. (2002 and since updated), in accordance with the 4 The Planning and Development Acts, 2000 - 2010 ‘Draft Guidelines for Landscape and Landscape requires that a Development Plan shall include Assessment’ (2000) as issued by the Department of objectives relating to ‘…. landscape, in accordance Environment and Local Government, in accordance with relevant policies or objectives for the time being with the European Landscape Convention (Florence of the Government relating to providing a framework Convention) and in accordance with ‘A National for identification, assessment, protection, management Landscape Strategy for Ireland – Strategy Issue Paper and planning of landscapes and developed having for Consultation’ (2011). The Council shall implement regard to the European Landscape Convention.’ The any relevant recommendations contained in the European Landscape Convention - also known as Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht’s the Florence Convention, - promotes the protection, National Landscape Strategy for Ireland, 2014 - 2024 management and planning of European landscapes as and when it is finalised and published. and organises European co-operation on landscape

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The Council will take a proactive approach to the 4.1.2.2 Policy LHB2: Seascape landscape with policies that seek to conserve and enhance the strongly distinctive landscape character It is Council policy to carry out a Seascape Assessment of the County by protecting landscape elements in accordance with any relevant recommendations of significance that are intrinsically important or contained in the Department of Arts, Heritage and the contribute to the general amenity of the County. Gaeltacht’s ‘National Landscape Strategy for Ireland, Landscape assets are non-renewable resources that 2014 – 2024’ as and when it is finalised and published. the Council will seek to protect. Seascape Assessment is an extension of Landscape In 2002, during the preparation of the 2004-2010 Character Assessment and, with 17km of coastline, County Development Plan, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Seascape is a crucial element of the County’s history, carried out a Landscape Character Assessment of the identity and culture. It is recognised that a study primarily rural areas of the County. This identified 13 of Seascape Assessment for parts of the County Landscape Character Areas - including Cherrywood- should be carried out, as there is a need to protect Rathmichael - with a recommended strategy for each the character and visual potential of the coast and area. It is considered that the broad thrust of that 2002 conserve the character and quality of seascapes. Assessment, and the associated strategies, remains reasonably robust. That Assessment was revised and The Planning Acts do not, to date, contain a legal updated as part of the review of the 2010 – 2016 Plan definition of Seascape but given the extent of coastal and has subsequently been revised and updated for Seascape asset for which the Country is internationally the purposes of this Plan to take cognisance of any famed it is envisaged that the forthcoming Landscape obvious and/or relevant changes in the intervening Strategy for Ireland, will address Seascape Assessment. years. This updated Landscape Character Assessment is attached as Appendix 7. 4 4.1.2.3 Policy LHB3: High Amenity Zones* The extensive south-western rural part of the County focuses primarily around the foothills of the Dublin It is Council policy to conserve and enhance existing Mountains and the higher plateau areas around High Amenity zones and to seek to manage these and Carrickgollogan, Ballycorus, Kiltiernan and Ballyman. other areas to absorb further recreational uses and These areas are a potential major amenity for both activity without damaging the amenities that affords active and passive recreational uses. In terms of them their special character. Development Plan policy the issues pertaining to the rural foothill areas of the County relate primarily to The zoning maps of the County Development Plan balancing the need for broad social and economic highlight areas that are zoned as High Amenity areas. development with protecting the area against These areas consist of landscapes of special value pressure for inappropriate development generated where inappropriate development would contribute by its relatively close proximity to Metropolitan to a significant diminution of the landscape setting of Dublin. In this regard the Council is also aware the County. These areas include the Glencullen Valley, that the Landscape Character Assessments of the Glendoo Valley and Kilmashogue Valley. The areas adjoining Counties of Wicklow and South Dublin are immediately adjacent to the High Amenity areas are, of relevance. likewise, also sensitive landscapes as development in

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these areas proximate may affect directly or indirectly In evaluating planning applications for development the quality and integrity of the High Amenity areas. in the foreground of identified Views and/or Prospects, consideration will be given to the effect Within zoned High Amenity areas the presumption such development may have on the View and/or will be to generally resist any development not related Prospect. directly to the area’s amenity potential or its existing use for agriculture, mountain or hill farming. Where possible it is the intention of the Council to improve the viewing potential by seeking the removal or lowering of walls or other structures. 4.1.2.4 Policy LHB4: Historic Landscape Roads or other public areas from which there is a Character Areas View worthy of protection are graphically shown on the Development Plan Maps. Prospects (i.e. the In assessing development proposals it is Council policy distant object, notably mountains, being viewed), the to have regard to the recommendations and findings preservation of which is an objective of the Council, of the Historic Landscape Character Assessments are listed in Table 4.1.1 below: (HLCA) already undertaken for a number of the urban- rural fringe areas of the County most likely to come Table 4.1.1: Prospects to be Preserved under development pressure. • Dublin City and Bay from Deerpark, Mount A HCLA is a detailed holistic study of the historical Merrion development and environmental significance of an area. The HLCA offers a dynamic perspective of the total • Carrickgollogan from Ballybrack (e.g. Church landscape, thereby contributing to the management Road and Churchview Road) and promotion of sustainable development within • Carrickgollogan from Bray Road (Shankill to Bray that area. 4 area)

Five HLCAs have been carried out in the County to • Carrickgollogan from Ballyman Road date – Barnacullia, Kiltiernan, Glencullen, Ballycorus - Rathmichael and Old Conna. • Carrickgollogan from the Enniskerry Road (south of Kiltiernan Village)

4.1.2.5 • The Scalp from Ballyman Road and part of the Policy LHB5: Views and Prospects Enniskerry Road

It is Council policy to protect and encourage the • Three Rock Mountain and Two Rock Mountain enjoyment of views and prospects of special amenity from the Enniskerry Road (Sandyford-Kiltiernan value or special interests. area) and Sandyford Village The County contains many sites and vantage points • Three Rock Mountain and Two Rock Mountain from which views over areas of great natural beauty, from the Ballybrack Road local landmarks, historic landscapes, adjoining • Three Rock Mountain and Kilmashogue Mountain Counties and the City of Dublin may be obtained. In from Marlay Park addition to scenic views, the County also contains important prospects i.e. prominent landscapes or • Tibradden Mountain and Kilmashogue Mountain areas of special amenity value or special interest from Kilmashogue Lane which are widely visible from the surrounding area. • Glencullen Mountain and Valley from the Specific Views and Prospects for protection have Ballybrack Road been identified in the Plan and are considered when assessing planning applications. It is also recognised • Glendoo Mountain from the Ballybrack Road that visual linkages between landmarks, landscape • Dalkey Hill from Ulverton Road, Station Road and features and views exist. The Council will also take the East Pier into account any Views and Prospects of adjoining Counties – Wicklow, Dublin City and South Dublin when • Killiney Hill from Vico Road, Station Road and the assessing planning applications for development in East Pier those parts of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown proximate to Additional Views and Prospects can be identified the mutual County boundaries. through the day-to-day Development Management In the implementation of this policy it is the intention process, the formulation of Local Area Plans (and other of the Council to: forward planning documents) and through ongoing reviews of the list. • Prevent development which would block, or otherwise interfere, with a View which is designated for protection. • Preserve the Prospects listed in the Plan.

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4.1.2. (ii) The Coast and the Mountains edge to the Dublin conurbation. Continuing growth of the Metropolitan Dublin area in terms of, not only The Coast and the Dublin Mountains of Dún Laoghaire- population, but also extension of the geographical Rathdown are clearly significant features iconic of the land area being developed for residential, business and County. They are also both used for a wide variety of industrial uses has been accompanied by increasing purposes - amenity, recreation, commercial, industrial, recreational pressures on the Dublin Mountains as sporting and military. They represent areas of high an accessible resource for both active and passive landscape quality, natural heritage and amenity value. recreational pursuits. The 17km coastline of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is Traditionally, the recreational use of the Dublin diverse - varying from rocky headlands with a variety Mountains would have been primarily for activities of inlets, long established historical harbours and such as walking, road cycling, dog exercising and high quality beaches. The Coast is also an important picnicking which capitalised upon the scenic economic resource - particularly for the fishing, qualities of the Mountains and the panoramic vistas aquaculture, leisure and tourism industries. over Dublin. Today there is a much wider range of recreational pursuits taking place in the Mountains The Coast is home to a variety of important habitats including mountain biking, orienteering, mountain and species. This is reflected in the number of running. designated sites of National and International importance along its length, including South Dublin Bay, Booterstown Marsh and the Dalkey Coastal Zone. 4.1.2.6 Policy LHB6: Coastal Zone The Coast is increasingly important for the range Management and Dublin Bay* of recreational activities it offers (e.g. sailing and 4 swimming) and for its amenities (e.g. beaches). The It is Council policy to co-operate with the Coastal retention of the Blue Flag status at Seapoint and Zone Management Division of the Department of Killiney Bay is an objective for the duration of the Agriculture, Food and the Marine in the preparation of Development Plan and beyond. Improved public the National stocking exercise and in the preparation access to the coastal strip needs to be facilitated and implementation of a National Coastal Zone particularly including walking and cycling routes. Any Management Strategy to ensure the conservation, proposals to improve access will have to accord with management and protection of man-made and the provisions of the Habitats Directive. It is important natural resources of the Coastal Zone. that the coastal zone be managed and developed in a way which protects and enhances its natural heritage The coastal zone extends both seaward and landward and landscape. of the coastline and its limits are determined by the geographical extent of natural coastline The impacts of predicted sea level rises due to climate processes and human activities associated with the change need to be considered while development coast. Sustainable development in coastal areas is in coastal areas must recognise the need for coastal best achieved through a process of Coastal Zone protection where appropriate and realistic. Management (CZM). Coastal Zone Management The Dublin Mountains have long been a place of public involves the management of human activities and recreation and enjoyment forming a distinct southern natural processes at work in coastal areas and aims to promote a partnership approach to planning

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and management in the coastal zone involving all The Council will continue to develop the amenity stakeholders. (Refer also to Policy LHB2: Seascape). potential of these parks and also ensure continued The Council will also support the work of both the public access to harbour areas. It is an objective of Eastern and Midlands Regional Assembly on the EU this Council to maintain the Coal Harbour area of Dún funded Celtic Sea Partnership - a project which aims Laoghaire Harbour as a publicly accessible facility. to achieve healthy and sustainable seas - and the DoECLG in relation to the Marine Strategy Framework Directive. 4.1.2.9 Policy LHB9: Beaches A Coastal Defence Strategy Study was prepared for It is Council policy to promote the use of certain the County in 2010. This Study identifies specific beaches for amenity and recreational use. coastal protection measures on a priority basis and undertakes a risk assessment of the vulnerability of The areas traditionally used for bathing in the County the Study area and hinterland to both erosion and include: coastal flooding. The Study provides a framework for • Booterstown Beach decision making in relation to development along the coast. (Refer also to Section 5.2.5.3 Policy CC15: Coastal • Blackrock Bathing Place Defence) • Seapoint • Sandycove Harbour and Beach 4.1.2.7 Policy LHB7: Development in the • 40 Foot Swimming Area ‘Nearshore’ area. • Bullock Harbour It is Council policy to manage development in the • White Rock Beach 4 ‘Nearshore’ area in accordance with the provisions • Killiney Strand of the general scheme of the Maritime and Foreshore (Amendment) Bill 2013. The ‘Nearshore’ extends from • Vico Bathing Area the High Water Mark to the Low Water Mark and is • Corbawn part of the Foreshore area. The Council will continue to develop the County’s Under the Amendment Bill the Council will have beaches in co-operation with local and environmental responsibility for the development consent of interest groups. Public access to beaches will be development within the ‘Nearshore’ area - other than provided. developments that are strategic infrastructure or those requiring Environmental Impact Assessment The Council shall comply with the provisions of the or Appropriate Assessment. The Council will also Bathing Water Quality Regulations to ensure that have responsibility for permitting certain activities where any bathing water fails the mandatory bathing in both the ‘Nearshore’ and ‘Foreshore’ areas (e.g. standards that the public are made aware of this activities such as horse racing or filming) and for fact by means of information notices posted at the the development consent, by way of Ministerial bathing area. Regulations, of certain developments beyond the The Council shall ensure compliance with the ‘Nearshore’ area (e.g. deployment of buoys). Directive on Bathing Water (Directive 2996/7/EC) In dealing with development in the ‘Nearshore’ area as implemented by the ‘Bathing Water Quality the Council will aim to achieve a balance between the Regulations 2008’ (S.I. No. 79) to: need to promote marine and coastal tourism and the • Ensure bathing waters achieve `sufficient or better need to protect the marine environment and fishery status by 2015`. resources. Coastal protection, flood risk management, climate change adaptation and navigational safety • Increase the number of bathing waters classified are also issues of relevance in relation to development as `good` or `excellent`. in the ‘Nearshore’. 4.1.2.10 Policy LHB10: Dublin Mountains 4.1.2.8 Policy LHB8: Coastline Parks and Strategic Plan* Harbours It is Council policy to support the vision and It is Council policy to continue to upgrade recreational objectives of the Dublin Mountains Strategic Plan and tourism-related amenities in the public parks for Development of Outdoor Recreation (2007- and harbours along the coastline including improved 2017) including the continued development and accessibility by the general public. enhancement of the Dublin Mountains Way and its rerouting of public roads wherever possible. There are a number of public parks and smaller incidental urban spaces along the coastline including In 2006 the Dublin Mountains Partnership (DMP) Blackrock Park, the Peoples Park and Newtownsmith. was formed - comprising representatives from

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Coillte, South Dublin County Council, Dún Laoghaire- as part of the overall recreational component of the Rathdown County Council, National Parks and Wildlife Dublin Mountains Asset. Service (NPWS) and the Dublin Mountains Initiative (DMI). The Dublin Mountains Partnership was established to oversee the preparation of a ten-year 4.1.2.11 Policy LHB11: Public Rights-of-Way ‘Strategic Plan for Development of Outdoor Recreation in the Dublin Mountains’. The overall objective was It is Council policy to: to develop an integrated outdoor recreation plan for • Preserve, protect, promote and improve for the the area by linking existing and potential recreation common good all existing public rights-of-way components - in particular forests and other public/ which contribute to general amenity. state-owned lands with recreational potential and including access routes - with the ultimate aim of • Create new rights-of-way or extend or enhance improving the recreational experience for users of existing rights-of-way either by agreement with the Dublin Mountains, whilst continuing to recognise landowners or through the use of compulsory objectives and constraints of various landowners. powers in the interest of ensuring access to amenities, including the coast, upland areas, river The flagship project of the DMP was the establishment banks, heritage sites and National Monuments. of a long distance trail - the Dublin Mountains Way - across the mountains from Shankill to Tallaght. The • Create rights-of-way to provide linkages from the trail was officially opened in October 2010. built up areas to the countryside and the coast. In order to enhance the enjoyment and safety of • Prohibit development and keep free from walkers, the Planning Authority will facilitate where obstruction existing rights-of-way, and to take possible the Dublin Mountain Partnership`s efforts legal action if necessary, to prevent any attempt to to reroute the Dublin Mountains Way off public roads close them off. and to provide/improve access to publicly owned land • Prohibit development which would prejudice in the upland area. public access to existing rights-of-way, unless A Specific Local Objective identified in this Plan is the the level of amenity is maintained by the right development of an Interpretative Centre and this has of way, footpath, or bridleway being diverted by been mapped on Development Plan Map 11. the minimum practical distance and the route continues to be segregated from vehicular traffic. The Dublin Mountains Area also contains significant archaeology particularly in the form of passage graves, • Consider favourably planning applications which portal tombs and wedge tombs among other features. include proposals to improve the condition and University College Dublin has been commissioned to appearance of existing rights-of-way. carry out a study of the potential for sensitive tourism The Council will continue to use its powers under development related to this archaeological resource the Planning Acts to preserve and maintain existing and the possible further development of this asset

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rights-of-way, to create new ones where appropriate 4.1.2.14 Policy LHB14: Trails, Hiking and and to promote their greater use in amenity areas. Walking Routes In addition, the Council may seek to incorporate the creation of pedestrian ways as a condition of a It is Council policy to promote the development of planning permission to link amenities, facilities and Regional and local networks of hiking and walking points of interest. routes/trails and to develop Sli na Sláinte Routes. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has a strong track record in These should be waymarked/signposted and listed displaying rights-of-way on the County Development where feasible and appropriate. Plan maps and the Council is committed to ensuring Implementation of this policy may involve the that access by the public to amenity areas is retained. development of special interest features such as It is an objective of the Council to secure the retention cultural walks designed around a number of literary of those established public rights-of-way as set out personalities, and long distance hiking trails taking in Appendix 8. In making a right-of-way the burden advantage of the Dublin Mountains (e.g. The Dublin of proof rests with the Local Authority and sufficient Mountain Way from Shankill Village to The Scalp). The supporting evidence is therefore required in order Council will co-operate with other relevant agencies, to allow the Council make the decision on whether both public and private, and local landowners as a right of way should be made. The Council will appropriate with a view to increasing such routes endeavour to investigate the making of additional - particularly in upland areas. This will include rights-of-way during the life time of this Development consultation with adjoining Local Authorities with Plan subject to resources. a view to promoting routes extending beyond the County administrative boundary. Steps to encourage 4.1.2.12 Policy LHB12: Recreation Access such routes may include secure parking, publication Routes of maps and the provision of other appropriate 4 facilities for users of such routes. Where possible and appropriate established hiking and walking routes It is Council policy to preserve all Recreation Access will be signposted. (Refer also to Section 2.2.7.5, Policy Routes which contribute to general amenity. ST8). The current Plan identifies Recreation Access Routes (RARs) within the lands under the control of Coillte. Coillte Teoranta, the State Forestry Board, was 4.1.2.15 Policy LHB15: Indicative Forestry established to manage the public forest built up Strategy* since the commencement of State planting and is the largest provider of forest recreation in Ireland. It is Council policy to take full account of the Indicative Coillte’s commitment to recreation is underpinned by Forestry Strategy (Draft 2008) produced by the Forest its membership of the Dublin Mountain Partnership Service of the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and its commitment to the Dublin Mountains and Food. Strategic Plan for Outdoor Recreation 2007-2017. It The Forest Service (Department of Agriculture, is an objective of the Council to secure the retention Fisheries and Food) is the National forest authority of those established Recreation Access Routes as set and is responsible for forest policy and the promotion out in Appendix 8 and to investigate the provision of private forest. of additional agreed Recreational Access Routes in conjunction with the Dublin Mountains Partnership. The Indicative Forestry Strategy provides high level, National guidance to the suitability of land for afforestation and facilitates the establishment of high 4.1.2.13 Policy LHB13: National Park* quality forests serving a variety of purposes including timber production and development, enhancement It is Council policy to co-operate in the extension of of the environment, mitigation of climate change, the Wicklow Mountains National Park. creation of alternative off-farm incomes and opportunities for tourism and amenity use. The The Wicklow Mountains National Park was established Indicative Forestry Strategy will help guide forestry by the Government in 1991 and originally covered an development in the County. area of 3,700 hectares. This area has been expanded to 20,000 hectares and it is envisaged that the Park will continue to grow as new lands are acquired. The primary aim of the Park is the conservation of local biodiversity and landscape. A very small portion of the Park falls within the jurisdiction of Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown.

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Implementation of this policy will involve, inter alia: 4.1.3 Biodiversity • Retention of trees, hedgerows and woodlands wherever practical.

The natural heritage of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown • Designation of High Amenity zones. includes flora, fauna, geology and landscape. This • Retention of Green Belt areas. variety of life is often referred to as biological diversity Identification of Views and Prospects of special or ‘biodiversity’. • amenity value or special interest. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, stretching from the Identification, and mapping, of public rights-of- coastal strip along Dublin Bay to the uplands of the • way and other strategic access routes. Dublin Mountains, contains a wide range of diverse habitats. These include coastal environments, urban • Protection of sites of geological and gardens, parks and other areas of managed amenity geomorphological importance. grassland such as golf courses, woodlands (natural, • Protection of a Special Protection Area (SPA). semi-natural and commercial), hedgerows, rivers and streams, areas of upland grassland and agricultural • Protection of proposed Candidate Special Areas of holdings and upland heath and bog. The condition Conservation (cSAC). and preservation of these natural habitats, directly • Protection of proposed Natural Heritage Areas and indirectly, impacts on the quality of life of the (pNHA). residents and visitors to the County. While agricultural and upland habitats, predominates in the southern/ • Protection of existing access (including established southwestern quadrant of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, rights-of-way) to such sites where feasible and 4 urban environments dominate the northern and the promotion of public access where it does not eastern sectors of the County. Wildlife habitats exist at present – but subject to ensuring and occur throughout the County as many animals, birds, maintaining the highest environmental standards. invertebrates and many wild plants have adapted to • Development of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown co-exist alongside mankind in the urban environment. Ecological Network (Refer to Appendix 3). • Identification and protection of non-designated 4.1.3.1 Policy LHB16: Protection of Natural sites of local and high nature conservation value Heritage and the Environment* - including those identified in the Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown Ecological Network (Refer to Appendix It is Council policy to protect and conserve the 3) - and management of features of the landscape environment including, in particular, the natural which are of major importance for wild fauna and heritage of the County and to conserve and manage flora in accordance with Article 10 of the Habitats Nationally and Internationally important and EU Directive. designated sites - such as Special Protection Areas, • Maintenance and, as appropriate, achievement of candidate Special Areas of Conservation, proposed `favourable conservation status` of habitats and Natural Heritage Areas and Ramsar sites - as well as species within SACs as per the requirements and non-designated areas of high nature conservation obligations of the Habitats Directive. value which serve as ‘Stepping Stones’ for the purposes of Article 10 of the Habitats Directive.

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• Control and management of alien/invasive species (Environmental Liability) Regulations 2008 and the (e.g Japanese knotweed, Giant Hogweed etc) and Flora Protection Order 1999. noxious weeds (e.g. Ragwort etc) where possible. • National policy guidelines, including the Landscape • Working with local communities, groups, and Landscape Assessment Draft Guidelines landowners, National Parks and Wildlife Service 2000, the Environmental Impact Assessment Sub- (NPWS) and other relevant parties to identify, Threshold Development Guidelines 2003, Strategic protect, manage and, where appropriate, enhance Environmental Assessment Guidelines 2004 and and promote understanding of sites of local the Appropriate Assessment Guidance 2010. biodiversity value. • Catchment and Water Resource Management • Protection of the ecological integrity of proposed Plans, including the Eastern River Basin District Natural Heritage Areas (pNHAs), Natural Heritage Management Plan 2009-2015. Areas (NHAs), Statutory Nature Reserves, Refuges • Biodiversity Plans and guidelines, including Actions for Fauna and Annex 1 Habitats. for Biodiversity 2011-2016 and Ireland’s National • Promotion of the Integrated Biodiversity Impact Biodiversity Plan. Assessment (IBIA) approach - a methodological • Ireland’s Environment 2012 (EPA) and to make framework for biodiversity impact assessment provision, where appropriate, to address the that integrates SEA requirements with AA. report’s goals and challenges. • Working with National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and other parties to identify, protect where appropriate and manage, enhance and promote 4.1.3.3 Policy LHB18: Biodiversity Plan* sites of local biodiversity value. It is Council policy to implement the provisions of the • Recognition of the proposed UN Dublin Bay 4 County Biodiversity Plan 2009-2013 and to produce Biosphere designation. a second Biodiversity Plan which will be set within • Implement any relevant recommendation the context of the second National Biodiversity contained in the Department of Arts, Heritage and Plan, ‘Actions for Biodiversity, 2011 – 2016’ prepared the Gaeltacht’s National Peatland Strategy, when by the Department of Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht finalised. and the Islands. Due regard shall be had to the recommendations arising from the implementation of the current 2009 – 2013 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown 4.1.3.2 Policy LHB17: Habitats Directive* Biodiversity Plan or its successor plan. The primary features of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown It is Council policy to ensure the protection of natural Biodiversity Plan are: heritage and biodiversity, including European sites that form part of the Natura 2000 network, in • To translate International, European and Irish accordance with relevant EU Environmental Directives policies and obligations into effective local action and applicable National Legislation, Policies, Plans on the ground. and Guidelines. • To provide a framework for the conservation of • Implementation of the above policy will be in biodiversity of National and local importance. accordance with the following and any updated/ • To collect biodiversity information on the County. superseding documents: • To raise public awareness of biodiversity issues and • EU Directives, including the Habitats Directive to coordinate existing and new initiatives. (92/43/EEC, as amended), the Birds Directive (2009/147/EC), the Environmental Liability • To provide a basis for monitoring the success of Directive (2004/35/EC), the Environmental Impact biodiversity conservation at a National and local Assessment Directive (85/337/EEC, as amended), level. the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) and The implementation of the current Dún Laoghaire- the Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive Rathdown Biodiversity Plan has resulted in the (2001/42/EC). completion of a number of projects/studies that have • National legislation, including the Wildlife Act 1976, increased the overall level of knowledge, awareness the European Communities (Environmental Impact and understanding of the biodiversity of the County. Assessment) Regulations 1989 (SI No. 349 of 1989) Due regard should be given to the current Plan or (as amended), the Wildlife (Amendment) Act 2000, its successor Plan in any future development. These the European Union (Water Policy) Regulations projects/studies are listed in Appendix 3 and have 2003 (as amended), the Planning and Development been used to produce the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Act 2000 (as amended), the European Communities Ecological Network Map (Refer to Appendix 3) which is (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011 an indicative map visually demonstrating the strength (SI No. 477 of 2011), the European Communities of the ecological network that currently exists across the County.

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4.1.3.4 Policy LHB19: Designated Sites* In January 2013 the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht published a proposal to designate an area of Dublin Bay stretching from Rockabill in North It is Council policy to protect and preserve areas County Dublin to Dalkey Island as a Special Area of designated as proposed Natural Heritage Areas, Conservation (SAC). candidate Special Areas of Conservation, and Special Protection Areas. It is Council policy to promote The Council shall endeavour to engage with the the maintenance and as appropriate, delivery of National Parks and Wildlife Service to ensure ‘favourable’ conservation status of habitats and Integrated Management Plans are prepared for all species within these areas. Natura sites and ensure that plans are fully integrated with all land use and water management plans in There are a range of sites in the County that are the County, with the intention that such plans are designated under National and EU legislation. The practical, achievable and sustainable and have regard National Parks and Wildlife Service designates Special to all relevant ecological, cultural, social and economic Protection Areas (SPAs) and Candidate Special Areas of considerations and with special regard to local Conservation (cSACs) under the EC Birds and Habitats communities. Directives respectively. SPAs are designated for wild birds listed on Annex I of the EC Birds Directive and In accordance with ‘Appropriate Assessment of SACs are designated for habitats listed on Annex Plans and projects in Ireland, Guidance for Planning I and species listed on Annex II of the EC Habitats Authorities’ any development proposed within Directive. SPAs and SACs form part of a European Designated Areas will require to be screened for network of designated sites called ‘Natura 2000’. The Appropriate Assessment and may require a full Council is also committed to avoiding pollution or Appropriate Assessment to be carried out to establish deterioration of important bird habitats outside SPAs if the development will have a significant impact on 4 (as per Article 4(4) of the Birds Directive). In line with the conservation objectives of the area. the requirements of Article 3 of the Habitats Directive Proposed Natural Heritage Areas (pNHAs) are the Council will endeavour to improve the ecological designated to conserve species and habitats of coherence of Natura 2000 sites by maintaining, and national importance as well as sites of geological where appropriate, developing, further features of the interest. All designated sites in the County are shown landscape which are of importance for wild fauna and on the Development Plan Maps and are set out in flora. Table 4.1.2 below.

Table 4.1.2: Designated Sites in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. Site no Site name pSPA/SPA pNHA cSAC/SAC 00210 South Dublin Bay cSAC X

004024 South Dublin Bay and River Tolka Estuary SPA X (includes Booterstown Marsh)

004172 Dalkey Islands SPA X

001205 Booterstown Marsh pNHA X

001206 Dalkey Coastal Zone and Killiney Hill pNHA X

001753 Fitzsimons Wood X

001211 Loughlinstown Woods X

001207 Dingle Glen X

001202 Ballybetagh Bog X

000713 Ballyman Glen cSAC X

00725 Knocksink Woods pSAC X

002122 Wicklow Mountains cSAC x X

003000 Rockabill to Dalkey Islands cSAC X

pSPA/SPA Proposed Special Protection Area (Birds)/ Special Protection Area (Birds) pNHA Proposed Natural Heritage Area cSAC/SAC Candidate Special Areas of Conservation/ Special Areas of Conservation

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4.1.3.5 Policy LHB20: Non-Designated Areas of Biodiversity Importance*

It is Council policy to protect and promote the conservation of biodiversity in areas of natural heritage importance outside Designated Areas and to ensure that notable sites, habitats and features of biodiversity importance - including species protected under the Wildlife Acts 1976 and 2000, the Birds Directive 1979, the Habitats Directive 1992, and rare species - are adequately protected. Ecological assessments will be carried out for all developments in areas that support, or have potential to support, features of biodiversity importance or rare and protected species and appropriate mitigation/ avoidance measures will be implemented. In implementing this policy regard shall be had to the recommendations and objectives of the Green City Guidelines (2008) and ‘Ecological Guidance Notes for Local Authorities and Developers’ (Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown Version 2014). The biodiversity of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is not just contained within specifically Designated Areas 4 but is found throughout the County. Many areas that do not have formal protection under legislation still possess a level of natural heritage importance which needs to be recognised and protected where possible. These areas include woodlands, wetlands, semi- natural grasslands,hedgerows, trees, rivers, streams, private gardens and other urban green spaces. Other areas of important biodiversity in Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown can include graveyards, cemeteries and the green spaces associated with institutional lands. The Council recognise the importance of these areas as buffer zones and ‘linkages’ between formally designated ecological sites. A number of surveys of non-designated sites have been carried out since 2010. Sites which have been assessed and identified as developers and Local Authority staff with concise making an important contribution to the biodiversity factual information on the best approach to deal with resource of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown at the National, certain specific ecological issues. County and local level have been incorporated in the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Ecological Network and are detailed in the Map in Appendix 3. 4.1.3.6 Policy LHB 21: County-Wide The Council will ensure that the impact of new Ecological Network* developments on biodiversity is minimized and will seek to include measures for the enhancement It is Council policy to develop an Ecological Network of biodiversity in all proposals for large urban throughout the County which will improve the developments. The ‘Green City Guidelines’ prepared ecological coherence of the Natura 2000 network in by UCD Urban Institute Ireland, Fingal County Council accordance with Article 10 of the Habitats Directive. and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council The network will also include non designated sites. provides general guidance and advice on how best to Article 10 of the Habitats Directive states that “Member retain and enhance biodiversity in new medium-to- States shall endeavour, where they consider it necessary, high density urban developments. in their landuse planning and development policies and, In accordance with Article 4(4) of the Birds Directive in particular, with a view to improving the ecological the Council will endeavour to ensure the avoidance of coherence of the Natura 2000 network, to encourage pollution or deterioration of important bird habitats the management of features of the landscape which outside formally designated SPAs. are of major importance for wild fauna and flora. Such features are those which, by virtue of their linear and The four Dublin Local Authorities have also recently continuous structure (such as rivers with their banks or published ‘Ecological Guidance for Local Authorities the traditional systems for marking field boundaries) and Developers’ which aims to provide both

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or their function as stepping stones (such as ponds or coherence throughout the entire area. The specific small woods), are essential for the migration, dispersal habitats identified include treelines, hedgerows, and genetic exchange of wild species.” scrub and woodland, watercourses and semi-natural areas such as mixed broadleaved woodland, sand Many habitats of conservation concern - particularly dunes and saltmarshes, which were mapped and designated sites - are ‘linked’ to the surrounding are shown in The Ecological Network Maps (Refer to landscape by natural and manmade features, such Supplementary Mapping Booklet). A number of other as water courses (rivers, streams, canals and drainage specific Policies throughout the Plan, are aimed at ditches), hedgerows, treelines, roads and railways. It is affording further protection of these features (Refer important that areas of conservation concern are not also to Policy LHB22 and Policy LHB23 below). considered in isolation. The linkages between buffer zones around such areas must also be protected to The Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Ecological Network ensure the continued migration of species and genetic includes sites supporting habitats and species of diversity throughout the wider County. International, National, County and local conservation value and makes a significant contribution to the Issues related to connectivity, including maintaining ‘Green Network’ of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. The and establishing connections between protected Ecological Network Maps (Refer to Supplementary areas, play an integral role in land-use planning. The Mapping Booklet) highlights the key elements County Development Plan seeks to improve the overall of the County’s emerging Ecological Network for ecological template in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. The Ecological Network enhancing connectivity between small fragmented includes: areas. • Designated sites (SACs, SPAs and pNHAs). National and local studies undertaken through the 4 implementation of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown • Non-designated sites of high nature conservation Biodiversity Plan, have allowed for ongoing value (i.e. non designated sites of National/County assessments of the current status and nature importance supporting Annex I habitats, Annex II conservation value of notable sites, habitats and species, rare and protected flora and high quality species in the County. Certain areas that support semi-natural habitats important at the County the County’s most valuable natural heritage assets level). have also been identified. Many of these areas play • Non-designated sites of local conservation value an important ecosystem role (e.g. water regulation, (public parks, smaller local woodlands etc). carbon sequestering, nutrient recycling etc.). While much research remains to be done, the material There are clearly similarities in the process of collected to date has been used to inform the initial developing the Ecological Network and the Green development of an Ecological Network for the County. Network as outlined in the Open Space hierarchy in Ecological surveys have been completed to identify Section 4.2. The primary difference between the two those habitats which would improve the ecological is that the Ecological Network is primarily focused on

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biodiversity issues whilst the Green Network is more riparian habitats and/or salmonid waters. Any works all-encompassing and includes recreational elements which will impact on a watercourse must adhere to and functions. best practice guidelines as outlined in the ERFB’s ‘Requirements for the Protection of Fisheries Habitat It is further recognised that the maintenance and During Construction and Development Works at River development of the Ecological Network will play Sites’. Riparian corridors, defined as those areas that a future role in climate change adaptation. It is are physically or visually linked to the waterway, are predicted that into the future climate change will multi-functional in nature. They: be the single biggest cause of biodiversity loss after land use changes (Millennium Ecosystem Assessment • Provide important visual amenity for the city as a (2005) Synthesis report). An Ecological Network whole. throughout the County linked to and with adjoining • Allow for the provision and enhancement of land areas will allow for species migration which will wildlife habitats and natural corridors. inevitably take place over time as a climate change adaptation process. • Provide opportunities for waterfront developments, new recreational facilities and leisure activities.

4.1.3.7 Policy LHB22: Rivers and Waterways* • Provide opportunities for tourist-related development.

It is Council policy to maintain and protect the • Provide for drainage and flooding. natural character and ecological value of the river and The County Biodiversity Plan has identified that stream corridors in the County and where possible to watercourses in the County make an important enhance existing channels and to encourage diversity contribution to the County’s biodiversity. The of habitat. It is also policy (subject to the sensitivity Biodiversity Plan specifically identifies the 4 of the riverside habitat) to provide public access Loughlinstown and Shanganagh Rivers as important to riparian corridors to promote improved passive river corridors meriting further protection. recreational activities. Existing County flood plain management policy seeks to limit development in identified floodplains and to 4.1.3.8 Policy LHB23: Hedgerows* preserve riparian corridors. Development proposals in river corridors will be considered providing they: It is Council policy to protect hedgerows in the County from development, which would impact adversely • Dedicate a minimum of 10m each side of the upon them. It is Council policy to promote the water’s edge for amenity, biodiversity and walkway County’s hedgerows by increasing coverage, where purposes (where practical). possible, using locally native species and to develop • Where practical ensure no development - including an appropriate code of practice for road hedgerow clearance and storage of materials - takes place maintenance. within a minimum distance of 10m measured from The 2007 Habitat Survey identified a pattern of each bank of any river, stream or watercourse. hedgerows and tree lines with the majority of these • Preserve the biodiversity of the site. occurring in the south of the County (south of the M50 Motorway and east of the southern end of • Involve no land filling, diverting, culverting or re- the N11 road). Hedgerows were also identified as alignment of river or stream corridors. important heritage and biodiversity features in the • Have no negative effects on the distinctive County Biodiversity Plan which identified a survey of character and appearance of the waterway corridor hedgerows as a targeted action. and/or the characteristic and landscape elements The Hedgerow Survey Report (2008), identified the of the specific site and its context. most important hedgerows in the County in terms • Do not impact on important wetland sites within of their biodiversity. These have been mapped and river/stream catchments which provide an recorded. important function in terms of regulating the flow of water in these catchments and often support habitats and species of high nature conservation 4.1.3.9 Policy LHB24: Geological Sites value. It is Council policy to protect sites of Geological and • Take cognisance of any adverse impacts on the Geomorphological importance, in particular the populations of protected species including otters proposed Natural Heritage Areas (NHAs) and any and bats. County Geological Sites (CGS) that become designated Rivers and Waterways are very important assets of during the lifetime of this Plan. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. The Council shall consult, To date, sites of geological interest have not been as appropriate, with Inland Fisheries Ireland in comprehensively included under the existing relation to any development that could potentially nature conservation designations. The Geological impact on the aquatic ecosystems and associated

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Survey of Ireland, in partnership with the National identified as County Geological Sites (CGS) and - Park and Wildlife Service (NPWS) are now currently by virtue of their recognition in the County/City addressing the matter through the identification Development Plans - will be protected from potentially of the best Nationally significant geological and damaging developments through the Development geomorphological sites for statutory designations Management system. The list of Geological Sites is as NHAs (National Heritage Areas). Other geological set out in Table 4.1.3. The list has been prepared in sites of National or local importance are being conjunction with the Geological Survey of Ireland.

Table 4.1.3: Geological Sites Principal characteristics Definite Probable Definite MAP No. Site Name Easting Northing Critical Feature(s) key pNHA pNHA CGS words 8 Three Rock 717625 723129 Tors X Mountain

13 Ballybetagh Bog 719925 720029 Chronology, Giant Deer X

13 The Scalp 720924 720029 Glacial Outwash, Black X Scree and spillway

13 Ballycorus 722224 721629 Leinster Granite X and associated mineralization 4 7 Killiney Hill 725923 725028 Killinite mineral X 7 Killiney Hill 725923 725028 Roche moutonnees, till X

4, 7 Dalkey Hill 726323 726028 Leinster Granite Quarries X

4 Killiney Adit 726423 725728 Phosgenite mineral X

4 White Rock, 726423 725728 Leinster Granite contact X Killiney with Ordovician sediments

7, 10, 14 Killiney Bay 726023 724828 5.3km long coastal X (Bray Harbour to (Killiney), (Killiney), section of glacial Killiney Station) 3726823 729329 sediments (interbedded (Bray) (Bray) diamicts)

2 Blackrock Breccia 721424 729627 Granite Breccia X

4 Dalkey Island 727773 726353 Water Well X

10 Shankill 726223 722029 Mass wasting (slumping) X

pNHA Proposed National Heritage Area CGS County Geological Site

4.1.3.10 Policy LHB25: Green Belts* 4.1.3.11 Policy LHB26: Invasive Species

It is Council policy to retain the individual physical It is Council policy to support as appropriate the character of towns and development areas by the National Parks and Wildlife Service efforts to seek designation of green belt areas where appropriate. to control and manage alien / invasive species (e.g. Japanese knotweed, Giant hogweed, Himalayan The function of this policy is to protect the special balsam, etc.) and noxious weeds (e.g. ragwort, thistle, amenity and biodiversity value of countryside while dock, etc.) within the County. providing a visual and spatial break between urban areas. The Council will continue to retain the existing Invasive non-native plant and animal species (Alien green belt between Bray and Shankill for the lifetime Species) can represent a major threat to National, of this Plan. Regional and local biodiversity. They can negatively impact on native species, can transform habitats and threaten whole ecosystems causing serious problems to the environment and the economy. The Council is committed to assist controlling invasive species and will monitor public lands such as open spaces,

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verges and river valleys for such species. Preventative habitat and hedgerows surveys, the appointment of measures include ensuring that good site hygiene a Biodiversity Officer, the production of a Biodiversity practices are employed for the movement of Plan and the development of the ‘Mountains to the materials into, out of and around sites and ensuring Sea’ book festival. that imported soil is free of seeds and rhizomes of key The ‘new’ 2013–2019 Biodiversity Plan takes a more invasive plant species. strategic approach in recognition that funding may be an issue over the life time of the Plan. Three key messages are outlined in the 2013–2019 Plan along with a list of projects under each message: • Communicating the story of the County’s heritage. Key projects will include the production and implementation of an interpretation programme for the County, the creation of a central repository for heritage information and the production of a Heritage Guide for the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown sections of the Dublin Mountains Way. • Caring for the County’s environment. Key projects will include completion of the programme of ACAs, incorporation of heritage into appropriate plans and the formulation of a conservation plan for Carrickmines Castle. • Increasing the level of community involvement in 4 heritage. Key projects will include the creation of a Local Heritage portal website.

4.1.4.2 Policy LHB28: The Metals

It is Council policy to manage and enhance The Metals from the Peoples Park to Dalkey giving due regard to its historic importance while continuing to facilitate and encourage its use as a walking and cycling route 4.1.4 Heritage between Dún Laoghaire and Dalkey. The Metals is an historic industrial pathway that Under the Heritage Act 1995 heritage is defined in a runs between Dún Laoghaire and Dalkey which was comprehensive manner as including monuments, originally created to transport stone from the quarry archaeological objects, heritage objects such as art at Dalkey to the harbour works in Dún Laoghaire. and industrial works, documents and genealogical Today the pathway is an important recreational, records, architectural heritage, flora, fauna, wildlife walking and cycling route. habitats, landscapes, seascapes, wrecks, geology, heritage parks and gardens and inland waterways. 4.1.4.3 Policy LHB29: Historic Demesnes and Other elements of the County’s built heritage are covered in Section 6.1 ‘Archaeological and Architectural Gardens Heritage’. It is Council policy that historic demesnes and gardens should be identified and protected to reflect and 4.1.4.1 Policy LHB27: Heritage Plan acknowledge their significance as part of the National Heritage. The following houses and gardens are It is Council policy to implement the second Dún listed: Cabinteely House, Marlay House, Fernhill and Laoghaire-Rathdown Heritage Plan ‘dlr Heritage Plan Old Conna. 2013 – 2019, Contributing towards Quality of Life’. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown contains a wealth of The first County Heritage Plan spanned the period historic houses and their demesnes which contribute 2004–2008 but this was subsequently extended to the identity and heritage of the County. to 2012. Nearly 70 actions were identified in that plan, 55 of which were either partially or totally completed - including historical Landscape Character Assessments, an inventory of coastal heritage,

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4.1.4.4 Policy LHB 30: Civic Memorials and Planning Department subject to availability of funds and staff resources. It is Council policy that it will, at appropriate times and having due regard to resources and suitable subject 4.1.4.6 Policy LHB32: Strategic Environment matter, erect Civic Memorials in accordance with Part 1 of the Council`s Memorials Policy adopted in Assessment- Mitigation Measures* April 2011 in order to raise awareness of the County’s history and heritage. It is Council policy to implement the mitigation measures as set out in the Environmental Report The Memorial Policy details how the precise type of accompanying the Development Plan, which Civic Memorial may differ with each commemoration, are envisaged to prevent, reduce and, as fully as but it is likely that the standard Memorial will be a possible, offset any significant adverse impacts plaque at an appropriate location. Civic Memorials on the environment of implementing the County may take the form of permanent and fixed plaques, a Development Plan. Civic event, a statue and/or the naming of a building/ road. Implementation of this policy will ensure compliance with EU Directive 2001/42/EEC - the assessment of Civic memorials erected by the Council should where the effects of certain plans and programmes on the possible be retained in position. This may not always environment (commonly known as the SEA Directive). be possible where a memorial is on private property. Proposals for the erection of any Civic Memorial plaques on Protected Structures requires inputs from the Conservation Division of the Council.

4.1.4.5 Policy LHB 31: Community Led Village Design Statements

It is Council policy to support proposals from local communities and community organisations that are promoting the preparation of Village Design Statements for their villages. Village Design Statements are drawn up through a process involving community participation, the Heritage Council and the Council’s Heritage Officer

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out further elements including the development of 4.2.1 Introduction an ecological network which will feed into the Green Infrastructure Strategy. The long-term value of quality open space and Open space and recreational facilities are central recreational facilities depends on coherent policies to the delivery of sustainable communities. Such in the Development Plan, effective on-going opportunities should be readily accessible, in terms management and maintenance by the Council and of proximity and ease of access, to all sectors and strong community support. The planning system age groups of the population, including those with has a vital role to play in protecting open space mobility impairments. Good recreational facilities are from inappropriate development and to ensure that fundamental in achieving a desirable quality of life new developments incorporate quality public and and environment for existing and future residents, private open space and appropriate recreational visitors and workers in the County. Local networks infrastructure on-site, or, alternatively, contribute of high quality, well managed and maintained open financially to the provision, development and spaces, sports and recreational facilities contribute to enhancement of the wider overall open space network. the overall ‘green’ dynamic that underpins the County, With the increasing pressure for development and the help enhance urban environments and need to be continuing pattern towards higher densities in urban planned to be easily accessible to as wide a population areas it is fundamental that new spaces and facilities 4 base as possible. are designed to the highest standards to ensure their It is a recommendation of the ‘Regional Planning potential usage and value is optimised. In strategic Guidelines for the Greater Dublin Area’ (2010–2022) terms the overall objectives of Dún Laoghaire- that each Council prepares a Green Infrastructure Rathdown in relation to open space and recreation Strategy… “linking to adjoining areas and following are: regional connections”. Green Infrastructure • To provide networks of accessible, high quality encompasses the protection, management open spaces and sport and recreation facilities and improvement of environmental resources which meet the needs of all residents and visitors, by identifying and providing multi-functional are fit for purpose and are economically and and interconnected green spaces. Based on the environmentally sustainable. recommendations set out within the Regional Planning Guidelines a Green Infrastructure Strategy • To develop a Green Infrastructure Strategy for the should include provisions for improved access both County. to the countryside and along the coast through • To protect and improve established green areas improved walking and cycling routes whilst all the and public open spaces. time ensuring adequate protection to the existing environment and ecology of the landscape. Section • To protect, improve and enhance recreational 4.1 Landscape, Heritage and Biodiversity also sets areas.

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• To manage and maintain public parks to the highest standard. 4.2.2 Open Space and Parks • To provide new parks and green spaces with proper facilities in new development areas and communities. • To develop and improve physical linkages and 4.2.2.1 Policy OSR2: Open Space Strategy connections between the network of parks and 2012-2015* public open spaces in the County. In 2009 the Council prepared a comprehensive audit • To ensure proper access to the recreational facilities of the County for all. of the existing and proposed open space provision in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. This culminated in the publication of the Open Space Strategy for the 4.2.1.1 Policy OSR1: Green Infrastructure County, for the period 2012-2015. The actions and Strategy* recommendations detailed in the Strategy will be implemented as appropriate and as resources allow.

It is Council policy to protect existing green The Open Space Strategy examines open space infrastructure and encourage and facilitate, in resources in existing communities, how well the consultation with relevant stakeholders, the needs of communities are being met and identifies development of new green infrastructure, recognising any changes needed to improve access to quality the synergies that can be achieved with regard to the open spaces. The Strategy takes account of the quality, following, sustainable transport, provision of open community value and use of existing open space - 4 space amenities, sustainable management of water, not merely the quantum of provision. The Strategy protection and management of biodiversity and identifies where deficiencies exist in terms of overall protection of cultural and built heritage. provision and where established parks may need to be upgraded in response to the development of new A Green Infrastructure Strategy for the County growth nodes. was prepared in 2014 (Refer to Appendix 14). It is intended to implement this Strategy during this Plan In conjunction with the existing Parks Master Plan period and beyond that timeframe into the future. Programme, the Open Space Strategy will enable The Strategy will guide and assist in developing a proper planning of projects and infrastructural County-wide green infrastructure network to ensure improvements into the future. The Strategy will help the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity, safeguard valued open space and guide the allocation including the protection of Natura 2000 sites, and of resources for future investment. In areas where to fully recognize the cumulative positive impact deficiencies are identified it is the intention of the generated by creating connectivity between the Council to acquire land - as opportunities arise and nature conservation areas, parks, open spaces, resources permit - to remedy such deficiencies. The rivers, floodplains, wetlands, woodlands, mountains, Open Space Strategy will also inform the Green farmland and coastal areas found throughout Dún Infrastructure Strategy. Laoghaire-Rathdown. 4.2.2.2 Policy OSR3: Hierarchy of Parks and Open Space*

It is Council policy to provide a hierarchy of quality parks and public open spaces which vary in size and nature and are designed to serve the needs of all members of the community, including people with mobility impairments, by being readily accessible and at a convenient distance from their home and/ or places of work. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown recognises that a hierarchy and considered distribution of public open space is essential to provide for the needs of the population and to plan for future development. Public open space shall be provided as evenly as realistically possible throughout Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown on a hierarchical basis, ranging in descending order from Regional Parks with Countywide importance to small incidental spaces. This hierarchy shall be underpinned by the Greenways Network, which seeks to encompass

114 dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2016 - 2022 | 4.2 Open Space and Recreation and connect the parks and open spaces and other green infrastructure across the County. After research and analysis – including comparisons with other authorities in the Dublin Metropolitan area – a revised public open space hierarchy has been formulated as follows:

Greenways Network These are the collective networks of parks and open spaces, existing and proposed greenways, biodiversity corridors, cycle routes, waterways and coastal areas that are such unique features of the County. They can provide corridors for long distance pedestrian and cycle routes throughout the County and help link the parks and open spaces into a cohesive green infrastructure that helps define the County. Once they are formally identified, mapped and developed they can become an extremely valuable resource both for the County and the wider Region.

Regional Parks These are the premier parks in the County, which provide for a wide range of uses and attractions and 4 include opportunities for both high quality active feature hard landscaping with planting and seating and passive recreation. They are generally large in areas. They allow for sitting, meeting and eating, size - with the Peoples Park in Dún Laoghaire being as they are generally located close to cafes and the notable exception. They include facilities such as restaurants. playing pitches, changing rooms, toilets and Regional playgrounds for children of differing age groups. 4.2.2.3 They may accommodate food and craft markets Policy OSR4: Future Improvements and cafes/tea rooms where appropriate. They also play an important role in terms of promoting and It is Council policy to continue to improve, landscape, enhancing biodiversity due to their overall size and plant and develop more intensive recreational and the ecosystems they sustain. leisure facilities within its parks and open spaces insofar, as resources will permit, while ensuring that District Parks the development of appropriate complementary facilities does not detract from the overall amenity of District Parks provide for a range of needs for a number the spaces. of neighbourhoods. They offer a wide variety of uses and facilities and they provide for both active and There are over 800 hectares of parks and open spaces passive recreation. The active recreational facilities of varying landscape types throughout the County. in these parks usually include playing pitches, courts There are currently five Regional Parks: and multi-use games or playground areas. They also • Marlay Demesne feature biodiversity corridors and areas. • Cabinteely Park Local Parks • The Peoples Park and Seafront, Dún Laoghaire These parks lie within easy reach of most dwellings and businesses in a locality. They provide for the • Blackrock Park needs of a local neighbourhood. They can provide • Killiney Hill Park for kickabout areas, exercise equipment and seating areas. The Regional Parks each have a unique character and theme, which provide an attraction for visitors and Amenity Open Spaces tourists. Shanganagh Castle, which was acquired by the Council in 2013, may provide an opportunity and These spaces are commonly located within residential catalyst for Shanganagh Park to develop as the sixth areas/housing estates and are also found in Regional Park in the County. The historic houses of commercial areas/business estates. They facilitate Marlay and Cabinteely will continue to be refurbished mainly passive recreation, casual play areas, pocket and available for tours and other activities. With the parks and visual amenity for residents and workers. exception of Killiney Hill Park it is intended that all Civic Spaces Regional Parks will eventually include public toilets, event spaces and ornamental gardens. These are located in the urban centres close to a civic, institutional and commercial buildings and generally

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In addition there are seven District Parks and fifty 4.2.2.6 Policy OSR7: Trees and Woodland* Local Parks as indicated in the Open Space Strategy 2012–2015. The seven District Parks – distributed It is Council policy to implement the objectives and reasonably evenly throughout the County - include policies of the Tree Strategy for the County – ‘dlr Kilbogget Park, Clonkeen Park, Shanganagh Park, TREES 2011-2015’ - to ensure that the tree cover in the Meadowbrook Park, Deerpark, the Dodder Linear Park County is managed and developed to optimise the and the proposed Jamestown Park. environmental, climatic and educational benefits A Parks Master Plan Programme, aimed at upgrading which derive from an ‘urban forest’. and developing the parks and open spaces throughout The Council has prepared a Tree Strategy for the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, is being implemented on a County. It includes four overall objectives and six phased basis as resources permit. policy statements aimed at promoting the care and protection of existing trees and the planting of more 4.2.2.4 Policy: OSR5: Public Open Space trees in the right places. The Strategy also seeks to promote education and awareness and to engage Standards more pro-actively with communities and other stakeholders. It is Council policy to promote public open space Trees, groups of trees or woodlands which form a standards generally in accordance with overarching significant feature in the landscape or are important Government guidance documents ‘Sustainable in setting the character or ecology of an area should Residential Development in Urban Areas - Guidelines be preserved wherever possible. They make a valuable for Planning Authorities’ (2009) and the accompanying contribution to the landscape and biodiversity of ‘Urban Design Manual - A Best Practice Guide’. the County and significant groups of trees worthy of 4 The ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban retention have been identified in the Development Areas - Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ document Plan Maps. provides detailed guidance on the provision of open The Tree Strategy promotes new planting in the right space in new development areas. The Guidelines places to ensure continued regeneration of tree cover advocate that, in new development nodes, Local Area across the County and to replace trees that are aging Plans should identify preferred locations for larger and/or unhealthy or are being lost as a consequence open spaces that would allow playing pitches and of development pressures. larger recreational facilities to be concentrated away from the housing areas but still easily accessible from The Council will identify and act on opportunities to them. The Guidelines emphasise the need for quality provide for new tree planting in conjunction with new in public open spaces in terms of design, robustness, urban design/development and infrastructure and accessibility, biodiversity and passive supervision/ will plan for new planting to add to the overall ‘urban overlooking. There should also be a clear definition forest’ and so help improve the built environment. between public, semi-private and private spaces. The term ‘urban forest’ embraces trees grown in, and close, to urban areas, including trees in streets, parks, gardens, on underdeveloped land and those in urban 4.2.2.5 Policy OSR6: Allotments and woodlands. Community Gardens* 4.2.2.7 It is Council policy to support the development of Policy OSR8: Greenways Network* additional public allotments and community gardens to improve their provision and distribution across the It is Council policy to develop a comprehensive County. network of County Greenways linking parks and public open spaces and to liaise with adjoining local Public allotments and community gardens can have authorities and other stakeholders to achieve and a number of benefits including the promotion of improve wider external linkages and corridors. healthy lifestyles, biodiversity and providing a cheaper local and sustainable source of food. The Shanganagh Greenways are “Shared-use routes for non-motorised Community Garden was established in 2010 and it users, (walkers, cyclists, roller skaters, horse riders) for was extended in 2012. There are smaller such gardens pleasure, recreation, tourism and daily journeys”. They in Fitzgerald Park and in Sallynoggin. The Council has are generally routes which predominantly utilise established allotments at Goatstown and is exploring established green spaces but can also cross, and the possibility of providing allotments at Shanganagh link to, public roads. Greenways provide and expand Castle. In 2011 the Council prepared a draft policy on recreational opportunities for walking, jogging and allotments and community gardens, which seeks to cycling and can often coincide with river/stream promote further provision and wider distribution of corridors and can promote free passage for wildlife. such facilities across the County. (Refer to Section 4.1.3.5 Policy LHB20: Non-Designated Areas of Biodiversity Importance) The development of the Ecological Network (Refer to Appendix 3) outlined in Section 4.1 Landscape, Heritage and Biodiversity

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Chapter will also feed into the Greenways Network. • Sandyford Business District to Cherrywood (via All of these elements will help form the green Leopardstown Racecourse). infrastructure in the County. • Clonkeen Road via Glenageary to Dún Laoghaire. The following Greenway routes have been identified • Dundrum to Booterstown . and a phased programme of works is being initiated, as resources allow, to bring the Greenway network • Cherrywood to Shanganagh. to fruition. Some significant sections are already • The Metals. in place, for example, through Clonkeen Park and Kilbogget Park, and are functioning extremely well. • Loreto Park to Marlay Park . Further Greenway corridors may be identified arising • Dundrum to Dodder Park via Windy Arbor. from the Green Infrastructure Strategy. The Greenway projects will comply fully with the requirements and objectives of the Habitats Directive. 4.2.2.8 Policy OSR9: Former Ballyogan • Blackrock to Killiney Greenway (via Rockfield Park, Landfill Clonkeen Park, Kilbogget Park to the Coast at Shanganagh Cliffs). It is Council policy to continue the rehabilitation • Slang River Greenway (Dundrum Town Centre to of the former Ballyogan landfill site and following Marlay Demesne and the Wicklow Way). completion of these works the site will be developed as a new public park (Jamestown Park). • Loughlinstown Greenway (Cornelscourt via Cabinteely Park and Cherrywood to the Coast at The former Ballyogan landfill - now decommissioned- Shanganagh Cliffs). is located adjacent to the new development areas of Stepaside and Kiltiernan/Glenamuck. Remediation 4 • Lamb’s Cross, Stepaside to Carrickmines. works, on foot of the Environmental Protection Agency • Enniskerry Road to Jamestown Park to Ballyogan to license requirements, have largely been completed. Leopardstown. The site still requires some further rehabilitation in relation to overground gas pipes and other ancillary • Shanganagh Park to the Coast. elements of this network. When completed the • Dodder River Valley. rehabilitated landfill will offer, over time, both passive and active recreational opportunities for the new • Blackrock Village to Booterstown (via Blackrock neighbourhoods being developed close by. Park). A Masterplan will be prepared for Jamestown • East Coast Trail, Booterstown to Bray (via Blackrock, Park which will allow for the lands to be gradually Dún Laoghaire, Dalkey, Killiney). developed on an incremental basis as a recreational • Marlay Park to Cherrywood (via Jamestown Park). facility both to serve the community and to form an important linkage between a network of open spaces.

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4.2.2.9 Policy OSR10: Sports and • The proposed development only affects land which Recreational Facilities is incapable of forming a playing pitch (or part of one).

It is Council policy to promote the provision • The playing fields that would be lost as a result and management of high quality sporting and of the proposed development would be replaced recreational infrastructure throughout the County by a playing field or fields of equivalent or better and to ensure that the particular needs of different quantity and quality and in a suitable location. groups are incorporated into the planning and design • The proposed development is for an outdoor or of new facilities. indoor sports facility of sufficient benefit to the The benefits accruing from participation in sport and development of sport to outweigh the loss of the recreational activities are well documented. Sports playing field(s). facilities and grounds in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown include a variety of both indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, which provide for the active 4.2.2.11 Policy OSR12: Water-Based Sports recreational needs of the community. It is important that facilities are located where they are of most It is Council policy to support and encourage water- value and accessible to the community being served. based sports and maritime leisure activities along the Accessibility should be promoted primarily through coast. The County features seventeen kilometres of public transport links and by walking/cycling. The coastline, which is a valuable asset. If utilised to its Council will target specific communities/groups with full potential it can contribute to the health and well currently low levels of participation and will focus on being of the residents of, and workers, in the County increasing awareness and access to sports, recreation and can also offer significant potential for tourism 4 and leisure in these identified areas. growth. The Council will encourage the dual use of new school It is recognised that the development of improved facilities in the County through the development facilities for sailing and other water-based sports management process and in conjunction with the are important for the revitalisation of Dún Laoghaire Department of Education and Skills. Harbour and the other harbours along the coast of the County. The Council will support such water-based uses and activities in the harbours and along the 4.2.2.10 Policy OSR11: Protection of Sports coastline, with an emphasis on those that cater for a Grounds/Facilities broader spectrum of the population.

It is Council policy to ensure that adequate playing fields for formal active recreation are provided for in new development areas and that existing sports facilities and grounds within the established urban area are protected, retained and enhanced – all in accordance with the outputs and recommendations from the Open Space Strategy 2012-2020. Guidance in relation to the provision of open space associated with new developments and new development areas is provided through the ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas- Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ (2009). Within the established urban areas of the County, however, the lack of available sites means that new opportunities for recreational facilities (i.e. large playing pitches) are extremely limited. It is therefore necessary to seek to retain facilities in their current locations where they are of most value and accessible to the community being served. There will be a general presumption against proposals involving development of playing fields unless: • The proposed development is ancillary to the use of the site as a playing field (e.g. new changing rooms) or caretakers accommodation and does not adversely affect the quantity or quality of pitches and their use. Plan

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4.2.2.12 Policy OSR13: Play Facilities The Council will endeavour to ensure that all play facilities will be accessible to people of varying abilities, age and cultural backgrounds. The Council will have It is Council policy to support the provision of regard to changing demographics in how and where structured and unstructured play areas with it provides for play. Multiple use games areas (MUGA) appropriate equipment and facilities throughout incorporating, for example basketball and 5-a-side the County and to ensure the needs of all age groups facilities will be considered in any calculation of the - children, teenagers, adults and older people - are ‘Equipped Playspace’ standards. facilitated in the public parks of Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown. ‘Ready Steady Play! A National Play Policy’ was published by the National Children’s Office in 2004. The principal aim of the National Play Strategy is to improve the quality of children’s lives through the provision of play opportunities. The Council’s 2003 Play Policy was the catalyst to the development of the ‘Provision of Playgrounds Programme’. The Programme has been successful with the development of over 30 playgrounds (including a skate park and multiple use games areas) at various locations throughout the County. A revised Play Policy was prepared in 2014 and will continue to seek to enhance existing facilities, while addressing gaps in provision that were identified both in the previous Open Space Strategy (2012-2015) and through detailed analysis of the Census 2011 Small Area Statistics. In line with the National Play Policy provision should be made to include suitable play opportunities for all ages of the child population within new residential developments. Design details relating to play areas shall be submitted as part of any relevant planning application to include a detailed specification of any playground to be provided.

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121 Vision Statement: To continue protecting both the environment and the citizens of Dún Laoghaire– Rathdown through the provision of high quality, resilient environmental infrastructure and by aspiring to a carbon–neutral County through the promotion of resource preservation and energy efficiency and through the application of considered climate change mitigation policies for the duration of this Development Plan and beyond. At a more strategic level, and where considered necessary and appropriate, the Council will promote and champion the development of evidence - based climate change adaptation systems targeted at moderating the negative effects of climate change.

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both the National Spatial Strategy and the Regional 5.1.1 Water Supply Planning Guidelines and that the provision of water/ wastewater services will not be a limiting factor in and Wastewater terms of forecasted growth.

(ii) Statutory and Policy Context (i) Introduction and Background Water supply and wastewater policy in Dún Laoghaire- The natural and built environment of the County Rathdown is influenced and informed by a number requires to be protected and enhanced through the of EU, Department of the Environment, Community provision of a range of high quality and efficient and Local Government (DOECLG), OPW and EPA policy water supply and wastewater facilities. The delivery documents, and by legislative reforms, which have and maintenance of a high quality water services been adopted/published in recent years and which infrastructure is fundamental both to the quality of will have a significant impact on the delivery of life and well being of the citizens of Dún Laoghaire- environmental and waste services within the County. Rathdown. The delivery and maintenance of this The policies and objectives contained within this infrastructure is also paramount to the continued Chapter are reflective of the over-arching higher level sustainable development and economic growth documents outlined below: of the County, in line with National and Regional • EU Water Framework Directive (2000). designations and targets. • Greater Dublin Strategic Drainage Study (GDSDS) Since January 2014 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County (2005). Council no longer has any direct control in relation to the provision of Water or Wastewater Services. The • European Communities Common Implementation 5 delivery, integration and implementation of strategic Strategy Guidance Document No. 20 water and wastewater projects and infrastructural • European Communities (Water Policy) Regulations improvements are now the responsibility of the (2003 as amended). newly established State body ‘Irish Water’. The County Council will work closely with Irish Water to • European Communities (Surface Water) ensure that the County Development Plan and - in Regulations (2009). particular the Core Strategy - continue to align with

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• European Communities (Groundwater) Regulations (iii) Achievements to date (2010). Since 2010, significant progress has been made in the • European Communities (Drinking Water) delivery of water services infrastructure serving the Regulations (2014). County including: • Waste Water Discharge Licenses/ Authorisations • The opening of the Shanganagh Wastewater (2007). Treatment Works which is key to unlocking much of the, as yet unrealised, development potential of • Water Services Act (2007 as amended). the southern part of the County (and north County • Strategic Water Plans (Water Services Act 2007 as Wicklow). amended). • The opening of the Sandyford High Level Water • Waste Management Act (1996 as amended). Supply Scheme. • Government Policy Statement on ‘Strategic • The completion of the Glencullen water supply and Importance of Transmission and Other Energy improvement scheme. Infrastructure’ (2012). (iv) Challenges • Government White paper ‘Delivering a Sustainable The overall water supply and wastewater situation Energy Future for Ireland, Energy Policy Framework for the whole Greater Dublin Area (GDA) is critical 2007-2020’ (2007). and is almost certain to become more so in the short In terms of Irish Water’s statutory footing, Irish Water term. Water services in the GDA came under severe was established – under the Water Services Act pressure from the population and economic growth 2013 as an independent subsidiary of the Bord Gáis experienced in the region and has been a serious Éireann Group. Irish Water will be allocated – after the issue of concern since the early 1990s. The speed initial phased approach throughout 2014-2017 - full of change and pace of development experienced responsibility for all aspects of water service planning, previously, in both the wider Dublin Region and delivery and operation at national, regional and local within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has placed stresses levels. The function and role of Irish Water includes: and pressures on the water supply and wastewater • abstracting and treating water. infrastructure of the County. 5 The Old Connaught/Woodbrook Water and Sewerage • delivering water and wastewater services to homes and businesses. Schemes - which are absolutely critical to servicing the south of the County (and north Wicklow) - have • installing water meters and billing domestic and not been progressed and there are as a consequence business customers. still major water and wastewater infrastructural • raising finance to fund improvements and repairs shortcomings in the south of the County. The Council in the water system. continues to work with Irish Water to address the water and wastewater infrastructural shortcomings • maintaining and operating the water system. in the south of the County to ensure the development In the short-term, Irish Water have published their potential of the major growth cores at Old Conna, proposed 2014-2016 Capital Investment Plan (CIP), Woodbrook, Shanganagh, Rathmichael and Fassaroe which outlines the indicative short-term investment (County Wicklow) are ‘unlocked’ and realised. The priorities in water services infrastructure. The CIP aims development of these growth centres are fully aligned to deliver improvements in drinking water quality, with, and listed in the Regional Planning Guidelines leakage, wastewater compliance, business efficiencies (RPGs). However, neither the Settlement Strategy nor and customer service. the Economic Strategy - as detailed for these areas within the RPGs - can be delivered without the required In the medium-to-long-term Irish Water will produce water and wastewater services infrastructure.1 and implement a series of 6 year Multi-Annual Capital Investment Plans which will synchronise with the 6 year River Basin Management Plan (RBMP) cycles. The 5.1.1.1 Policy EI1: Water Supply & 6 year Capital Investment Plans are to be guided by Appropriate Assessment a 25-year Water Services Strategic Plan (WSSP) which is required to focus on how capacity deficits will be It is Council policy to require that all developments addressed and what the primary strategic objectives relating to water supply and waste water treatment of Irish Water are to be. The Plan will set strategic are subject to screening for Appropriate Assessment objectives taking into account capacity deficits and to ensure there are no likely significant effects on the demographic and economic trends. The parameters integrity, defined by the structure and function, of of the WSSP have not yet been fully finalised but is likely to require Ministerial endorsement. The WSSP is unlikely to be produced prior to 2016. 1 Bray is identified within the RPGs as a Metropolitan Consolidation Town and Cherrywood as a Large Growth Town II. In addition, Bray /Cherrywood /Greystones are designated as a Core Economic Area within the RPGs. Bray is identified as the primary town within this Core Economic Area which includes Fassaroe and Old Connawithin its environs.

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any Natura 2000 sites and that the requirements of and associated habitats and species in accordance Article 6 of the EU Habitats Directive are met. with the Groundwater Directive 2006/118/EC and the European Communities Environmental Objectives (Groundwater) Regulations, 2010. 5.1.1.2 Policy EI2: Wastewater Treatment & Appropriate Assessment* 5.1.1.5 Policy EI5: Water Supply and It is Council policy to provide adequate wastewater Wastewater* treatment facilities to serve the existing and future population of the County, subject to complying with It is Council policy - in conjunction with, and the the Water Framework Directive and the associated support of, Irish Water - to provide adequate River Basin Management Plan or any updated high quality drinking water, to promote water version of this document, ‘Water Quality in Ireland conservation and to continue the development and 2007-2009’ (EPA 2011) or any updated version of improvement of the water supply and wastewater the document, Pollution Reduction Programmes for systems throughout Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown in Designated Shellfish Areas, the Urban Waste Water order to meet the anticipated water and wastewater Treatment Directive and the Habitats Directive. requirements of the County - all in accordance with the recommendations set out in the ‘Greater Dublin Water Supply Strategic Study’ and ‘The Greater Dublin 5.1.1.3 Policy El3: Surface Water Drainage & Strategic Drainage Study’. Appropriate Assessment* The Council - in conjunction with Irish Water - shall ensure conformity with the relevant recommendations It is Council policy to require that a Sustainable set out in ‘The Provision and Quality of Drinking Water Drainage System (SuDS) is applied to any development in Ireland – A Report for the Year 2012’ (EPA Office of and that site specific solutions to surface water Environment Enforcement, 2013). The Council will drainage systems are developed, which meet the also work alongside Irish water in undertaking any requirements of the Water Framework Directive and improvement works required by the EPA’s Remedial the associated River Basin Management Plans and Action List. Existing and new populations proposed ‘Water Quality in Ireland 2007-2009’ (EPA 2011) or any in the County Development Plan shall be served updated version of the document. 5 with clean drinking water. The Council will support Irish Water to ensure that compliance is achieved, 5.1.1.4 as a minimum, with regard to the 48 parameters Policy El4: Groundwater Protection & set out under the European Union (Drinking Water) Appropriate Assessment Regulations 2014. The Council has systems in place – which will aid Irish Water - to obtain compliance with It is Council policy to ensure the protection of the these standards. In addition, protocols are in place to groundwater resources in and around the County

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conservation and leakage control, upgrading of older sections of the various distribution networks, elimination of untreated municipal sewage to coastal waters and the decommissioning of septic tanks for dwellings in areas that are now served by mains drainage.

5.1.1.6 Policy EI6: Integrated Water Management Plans*

It is Council policy - in conjunction with, and the support of Irish Water - to contribute to the promotion of the development of Integrated Water Management Plans for the Dublin Region and to participate in any pilot scheme for the establishment of such Plans. The primary purpose of Integrated Water Management Plans is to examine issues of quantity and quality of river waters at Catchment and River Basin level so that the entire life cycle of the waters can be managed in a sustainable fashion. The Council shall work to ensure that, when adopted, the relevant policies and objectives of the Eastern River Basin Management Plan shall be integrated into the Plan through amendment or otherwise. The Council will promote the implementation of the specific objectives, at water body level, of any agreed Programme of Measures prepared as part of 5 the River Basin Management Plan, as well as relevant recommendations contained within ‘Water Quality in manage any incident of non-compliance and ensure a Ireland 2007-2009’ (EPA, 2011) or any updated version return to compliance as soon as possible. of the document. It is Council policy to assist Irish Water in complying The Council will also have regard, where relevant, with the Waste Water Discharge Licence for the to the EU’s ‘Common Implementation Strategy Shanganagh agglomeration issued under Regulation Guidance Document No. 20’, which provides guidance 28 (1) of the Waste Water Discharge (Authorisation) on exemptions to the environmental objectives of the Regulations 2007. Water Framework Directive. Development proposed in the County Development Plan shall be preceded by sufficient capacity in the 5.1.1.7 Policy EI7: Water Quality public waste water treatment plants and appropriate extensions in the existing public waste water Management Plans treatment catchments. The Council shall implement the relevant recommendations set out in ‘Focus on It is Council policy to support Irish Water in its Urban Waste Water Discharges in Ireland` (EPA, 2012). implementation of Water Quality Management Plans for ground, surface, coastal and estuarine waters Irish Water’s ongoing and proposed programmes as part of the implementation of the EU Water of water supply and wastewater infrastructure Framework Directive. works, will be targeted to ensure the availability of appropriately serviced residential and commercial The Council shall work alongside the relevant lands, to cater for an adequate supply of housing stakeholders, including Irish Water, to ensure the and facilitate continued employment growth and implementation of Water Quality Management Plans opportunities in the County. This will allow Dún as required by the EU Water Framework Directive, as Laoghaire-Rathdown to cater in a coherent way for well as relevant recommendations contained within its residents and business community and to fulfil its ‘Water Quality in Ireland 2007-2009’ (EPA, 2011) or any role at National and Regional level by fostering the updated version of the document. continuing sustainable consolidation of development within the Metropolitan area. Any programme to be advanced by Irish Water – in conjunction with the Council – will require to be multi-faceted and encompass such matters as water

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5.1.1.8 Policy EI8: Sustainable Drainage detailed within Irish Waters proposed 2014-2016 CIP 2 Systems* and any subsequent water service plans . The projects detailed in Irish Water’s proposed 2014- It is Council policy to ensure that all development 2016 CIP are classified as, ‘Continue in Construction’, proposals incorporate Sustainable Drainage Systems ‘Review Scope and Commence Construction’ and (SuDS). ‘Continue Planning and Business Case Review’. Key projects within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown are detailed Development will only be permitted where the within Table 5.1.1. below. Council is satisfied that suitable measures have been considered that balance the impact of drainage through the achievement of control of run-off quantity Table 5.1.1: Water Service Investment Projects and quality, and enhance amenity and habitat (for further details refer to Sections 8.2.8.3, 8.2.9.7, 8.2.9.11 Project title Classification and 8.2.10.4). In particular the requirements of the Dún Laoghaire Sewerage Continue in construction. ‘SUDS Manual` by the UK’s Construction Industry Scheme Phase 1 – Research and Information Association (CIRIA) shall be Contract 4 – Service followed unless specifically exempted by the Council Water Separation. and/or Irish Water. Dún Laoghaire Continue in construction. Sewerage Scheme 5.1.1.9 Policy EI9: Stormwater Impact Phase 1 – Contract 2a – Assessments* Attenuation Tank. Dún Laoghaire Sewerage Continue in construction. It is Council policy to ensure that all new significant Scheme Phase 1 – developments prepare a Stormwater Impact Contract 2c – Burton Assessment which incorporate Stormwater Audits Hall Avenue Foul Sewer in accordance with the Council’s Stormwater Upgrade. Management Plan Guidance Document and the Old Connaught/ Continue Planning and Council’s Development Management Thresholds Woodbrook Water Supply Business Case Review. Information Document. 5 and Sewerage Schemes. The Council aims to minimise the volume and speed of run-off over the impervious surfaces created Dún Laoghaire Sewerage Continue Planning and by developments. Therefore all new significant Scheme Phase 1 – Business Case Review. development requires stormwater management Contract 2e – Moreen systems of some type. Environs Foul Sewer Upgrade, Phase 4.

Dún Laoghaire Sewerage Continue Planning and 5.1.1.10 Policy EI10: Storm Overflows of Scheme Phase 1 – Business Case Review. Sewage to Watercourses* Contract 2 – Network Upgrade Sandyford/ It is Council policy to work alongside Irish Water Stillorgan Improvement- to minimize the number and frequency of storm Tunnel. overflows of sewage to watercourses and to establish, Dún Laoghaire Sewerage Continue Planning and in co-operation with the adjoining local authorities Scheme Phase 1 – 2D Business Case Review. and Irish Water, a consistent approach to the design, Foul Sewer Upgrade as improvement and management of these intermittent part of Leopardstown discharges to ensure that the needs of the Region’s Roundabout Upgrade receiving waters are met in a cost effective manner.

Stormwater overflows can have significant negative Note: Further detail on additional projects which are impacts on receiving waters in terms of both water not contained within Irish Waters proposed 2014-2016 quality and flooding. The Council, in conjunction with CIP but remain as objectives of the County Council are Irish Water, will endeavour to ensure Best Management detailed in Section 5.1.4. Practices are utilised to protect receiving waters.

5.1.1.11 Policy EI11: Water Services Investment Programme*

It is Council policy to support and co-operate with 2 The establishment of additional projects may be forthcoming within the Irish Water to deliver on key water services projects as 25-year Water Services Strategic Plan and the 6-year Multi-Annual Capital Investment Plans.

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(ii) Statutory and Policy Context 5.1.2 Waste Management The Waste Management policies contained within this Chapter are predicated on the EU Waste Hierarchy of prevention, preparing for re-use, recycling, energy recovery and sustainable disposal. The policies and (i) Introduction and Background objectives are reflective of the over-arching higher Waste Management is an integral requirement level documents and legislation outlined below: essential in the promotion of sustainable development, enhancing good public health and the • EU Waste Framework Directive 2008/98/EC. protection of environment. Continuing economic • EU Ambient Air Quality and Cleaner Air for Europe progress in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown relies on a high Directive (2008/50/EC). quality environment which, in turn, is dependent on the availability of necessary waste management • Air Quality Standards Regulations 2011. facilities. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council • EU Control of Major Accidents Directive, European is strongly committed to the promotion of the Waste Council Directive 2012/18/EU. Hierarchy as defined by EU legislation. • Waste Management Acts 1996 (as amended). In this regard, the Council manages an extensive network of “Bring Bank” facilities across the County • Air Pollution Act 1987. area for recycling glass, cans and textiles. These include • Litter Pollution Act 1997. sites at shopping centres and public car parks, that are all provided free of charge to the public. • Protection of Environment Act 2003 (as amended). Ballyogan Recycling Park is the Council's main • Waste Management Plan for the Dublin Region, recycling and disposal facility, which accepts a wide 2005-2010. range of household waste types. The facility is open to • Towards a Resource Efficient Ireland, A National the public 7 days a week, with several waste streams Strategy to 2020, Incorporating Ireland’s National accepted free of charge. Eden Park and Shanganagh Waste Prevention Programme (2014). Recycling Centres are open Monday to Saturday • National Hazardous Waste Management Plan, and also offer recycling facilities for a range of 2014-2020. 5 materials free of charge. • Dublin Agglomeration Environmental Noise Action In terms of waste collection, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Plan December 2013 – November 2018. County Council no longer collects household and trade wastes. This is now undertaken by private, commercial • Dublin Regional Air Quality Management Plan waste operators. 2009-2012. • Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Litter Management Plan, 2014-2017.

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Appendix 1 contains detailed information on the • Energy recovery and documents listed above. At the heart of these • Disposal statutory documents is the overarching requirement to be fully consistent with the EU Waste Hierarchy. subject to economic and technical feasibility and Environmental Assessment. (iii) Achievements The Council’s Waste Management Strategy is firmly Since 2010, significant progress has been made in grounded in EU and National policy and can be the delivery of waste management infrastructure, summarised by the waste hierarchy of prevention, including: recycling, energy recovery and disposal. • The continued restoration and remediation of the former landfill site at Ballyogan, for eventual 5.1.2.2 redevelopment and re-use as Jamestown Regional Policy EI13: Waste Plans Park. It is Council policy to publish plans for the collection, • The continuing maintenance, management and treatment, handling and disposal of waste in expansion of the extensive network of ‘Bring Bank’ accordance with the provisions of the Waste and recycling facilities across the County. Management Acts 1996 (as amended) and Protection • The continuation of waste electrical and electronic of the Environment Act 2003 (as amended). equipment (WEEE) collection days. In relation to the treatment of waste, Dún Laoghaire- • The development of a partnership with Rothar for Rathdown County Council is committed to developing recycling bicycles. a waste management model which conforms to the European Union and National Waste Management Implementation of the regulation of waste • Hierarchy. The ‘Dublin Regional Waste Management segregation at source. Plan 2005-2010’ – is to be comprehensively reviewed • Provision of the Freetradeireland.ie service for in 2014. A new Regional Waste Management Plan for reuse/recycling of unwanted items (Since launch the Eastern and Midlands Region is programmed to of the Freetradeireland.ie website in 2010 residents be published for the first quarter of 2015. Any waste of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown have achieved an management policies and objectives contained within estimated €1.1million saving from reusing 10,600 the new Regional Plan may require to be reflected 5 items equating to approx 162 tonnes of material within the new County Development Plan 2016-2022 being diverted from landfill). - depending on the chronologies of the two separate documents. These achievements, coupled with various ‘soft’ measures such as the Green Flags School programme, the Master Composter Classes and the active promotion of water butts and home composters have contributed to a significantly improved performance in terms of waste management throughout the County.

(iv) Challenges The primary challenge over the next six years is to continue to deliver, maintain and expand high quality waste management infrastructure - which will adequately cater for a growing resident population and business sector – in times of severe financial constraints.

5.1.2.3 5.1.2.1 Policy EI12: Waste Management Policy EI14: Private Waste Companies Strategy* It is Council policy to ensure that all waste that is disposed of by private waste companies is done It is Council policy to conform to the European Union so in compliance with the requirements of the and National Waste Management Hierarchy as Environmental Protection Agency and the Waste follows: Management Legislation and in accordance with the • Waste prevention Planning Code. • Minimisation Implementation of this Policy will require control and supervision of private waste collection companies • Re-use by the Council through the mechanism of Waste • Waste recycling Collection Permits.

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All applications for such permits are processed and By agreement with other Local Authorities and reviewed within the National Waste Collection agencies, and subject to the availability of finance, it is Permit Office, which is based in Offaly County the intention of the Council to promote the following: Council. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council • Source separate waste into organic and non-organic will, nevertheless, have a significant remit in terms streams or other waste management systems that of the enforcement of conditions attached to Waste divert waste from landfill. The objectives will be to Collection Permits. 5 maximise the potential for each waste fraction to be reused and recycled or composted and divert 5.1.2.4 Policy EI15: Waste Prevention and organic waste from landfill, in accordance with the ‘National Strategy on Biodegradable Waste 2006’. Reduction* • Carry out a public information and education campaign on waste recycling techniques and It is Council policy to promote the prevention and actions. reduction of waste and to co-operate with industry and other agencies in viable schemes to achieve this. • Develop a County-wide network of multi-material In line with the principles of sustainable development ‘Recycling Centres’ and ‘Bring Centres’ in suitable the Council will promote the principle of waste locations and in accordance with the strategies set prevention in order to stabilise waste arising and out in the ‘Waste Management Plan for the Dublin decouple the environmental impacts of waste Region 2005-2010’, to achieve national targets and generation from economic growth. The Council is to continue to expand the County-wide collection committed to implementing the objectives of the system for domestic recyclable waste. The purpose National Waste Prevention Programme at a local level of the ‘Recycling Centres’ and ‘Bring Centres’ is to with businesses, schools, householders, community accommodate the collection of post-consumer groups and within the Council’s own activities recyclables from the local neighbourhood and provide onward transfer to a materials recovery or recycling facility. 5.1.2.5 Policy EI16: Waste Re-use and Re- • Co-operate with other interests in seeking to cycling* maximise the recovery and recycling of packaging and priority wastes, as well as the reduction in It is Council policy to promote the increased re-use landfilling of organic waste. and re-cycling of materials from all waste streams. The Council will co-operate with other agencies in viable schemes for the extraction of useful materials from refuse for re-use or re-cycling and will adopt the National targets as stated in the ‘Dublin Regional Waste Management Plan 2005-2010’3.

3 Or any subsequently adopted Regional Waste Management Plan.

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5.1.2.6 Policy EI17: Refuse Disposal* 5.1.3 Pollution It is Council policy to dispose of refuse by means of sanitary landfill or other suitable methods as deemed appropriate. The Council intends that the safe disposal of refuse, 5.1.3.1 Policy EI20: Air and Noise Pollution which cannot be reused or recycled, shall be carried out by means of sanitary landfill or other suitable methods It is Council policy to implement the provisions of as deemed appropriate. This approach reflects current National and EU Directives on air and noise pollution European Union and County Council policy, as set out and other relevant legislative requirements in in the ‘Waste Management Plan for the Dublin Region conjunction with other agencies as appropriate. 2005-2010’ (or its successor). However, in the short term it is recognised that sanitary landfill will remain Air as the primary method of disposal. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has In collaboration with other neighbouring authorities adopted the ‘Air Quality Management Plan for the in the Dublin Region, it is intended to utilise the Dublin Region 2009-2012’ - under the provisions of the facilities of the waste-to-energy plant being expedited Air Pollution Act 1987 - and this Plan will be reviewed by Dublin City Council before final disposal to landfill. in 2015. The Council has an established Primary Air Quality 5.1.2.7 Station as part of the regional network of stations Policy EI18: Hazardous Waste to monitor the extent of air pollution caused by Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) & Particulate Matter under It is Council policy to co-operate with other agencies, the direction of the Environmental Protection Agency, to plan, organise, authorise and supervise the disposal in accordance with EU policy directives. This network of hazardous waste. will be extended as required. The Council will have regard to the recommendations Up-to-date information – related to monitoring made by the Environmental Protection Agency, as results - including the Air Quality Index for Health is appropriate, in relation to the effective management available at www.epa.ie/air/quality. Dún Laoghaire- 5 by the Council of hazardous waste, including the Rathdown which is located within the Dublin City Air recommendations of the ‘National Hazardous Waste Quality Index for Health (AQIH) Region currently has a Management Plan 2014-2020’. ‘Good’ air status.

Noise 5.1.2.8 Policy EI19: Rehabilitation of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council adopted Former Ballyogan Landfill the ‘Dublin Agglomeration Environmental Noise Action Plan 2013-2018’ in December 2013. It is Council policy to continue to rehabilitate The Action Plan was developed jointly by the four the former Ballyogan landfill site and following Local Authorities in the Dublin Region in their role as completion of these works the site will open as a new designated Action Planning Authorities under Article public park (Jamestown Park). 7 of the Environmental Noise Regulations 2006. These The former Ballyogan landfill - now decommissioned Regulations give effect to the EU Directive 2002/49/ - is located adjacent to the new development areas EC relating to the assessment and management of Stepaside and Kiltiernan/Glenamuck. Remediation of environmental noise. The Directive applies to works, on foot of the Environmental Protection Agency environmental noise (road, rail, aircraft) to which license requirements have largely been completed. humans are exposed but excludes noise that is caused The site still requires some further rehabilitation in by the exposed person himself/herself, noise from relation to overground gas pipes and other ancillary domestic activities, noise created by neighbours, noise elements of this network. When completed the at work places or noise inside means of transport. rehabilitated landfill will offer, over time, both passive Noise can be characterised as unwanted sound or and active recreational opportunities for the new sound that is loud, unpleasant or unexpected and neighbourhoods being developed close by. that can eventually cause disturbance, impairment A Masterplan will be prepared for Jamestown or damage to health that can impact on the quality Park which will allow for the lands to be gradually of life enjoyed by individuals and communities. The developed on an incremental basis as a recreational dominant source of noise in the County is traffic noise. facility to serve the community, forming an important Along major transport corridors, the effect of traffic linkage between a network of open spaces (Refer also noise on new development must be considered and to Policy OSR9, Section 4.2.1.4). appropriate measures undertaken to mitigate same.

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As a partner in the development of the Noise Action 5.1.3.3 Policy EI22: Water Pollution Plan, the Council aims to undertake certain measures including the following: It is Council policy to implement the provisions of • Extend the County Sound Monitoring Network and water pollution abatement measures in accordance make the data available to the public. with National and EU Directives and other legislative requirements in conjunction with other agencies as • Identify from strategic noise maps where priority appropriate. action is required at a local level. In implementing this policy Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown • Implement actions to reduce noise on key traffic County Council will endeavour to: routes. • Maintain the quality of seawater adjoining the County to the necessary standards, with particular 5.1.3.2 Policy EI21: Light Pollution reference to areas of the coastline where bathing takes place. Special emphasis will be devoted to It is Council policy to ensure that the design of external beaches designated under the Quality of Bathing lighting schemes minimise the incidence of light Water Regulations. spillage or pollution in the immediate surrounding • Improve the water quality in rivers and other environment and has due regard to the residential watercourses in the County, including ground amenity of surrounding areas. waters. While adequate lighting is essential in the promotion • Minimise the impact on ground water of of a safe and secure environment, light spillage from discharges from septic tanks and other potentially excessive or poorly designed lighting infrastructure polluting sources. The Council will comply with is increasingly recognised as a potential nuisance to the Environmental Protection Agency’s ‘Code of surrounding properties, a threat to wildlife and can Practice: Wastewater Treatment and Disposal reduce the visibility of the night sky. Systems Serving Single Houses’ (2009). Lighting columns and other fixtures can have a significant effect on the appearance of buildings and the environment and where proposals for new 5.1.3.4 Policy EI23: Rathmichael Ground and 5 lighting require planning permission, the Council will Surface Water Protection ensure that they are carefully and sensitively designed. Lighting fixtures should provide only the amount of It is Council policy to refuse planning permission light necessary for the task/use/activity proposed and for any new developments which include an on-site should shield light given out in order to avoid creating wastewater treatment facility within the Rathmichael glare or emitting light above a horizontal plane (Refer area until the groundwater issues in the area are also to Sections 8.2.4.4 and 8.2.9.6).

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resolved or ameliorated (See SLO 126 Maps 10, 13 and 14). 5.1.4 Specific Objectives This policy will be implemented through the & Policies Development Management process through the refusal of planning permission for any new developments - which include an on-site wastewater treatment facility – within the Rathmichael area (See (i) Water Supply Objectives SLO 126 Maps 10, 13 and 14 for the boundary of this It is an objective of the Council to facilitate and area). This policy is necessitated due to the potential support Irish Water in the delivery and maintenance impact of un-sewered developments on groundwater of the water supply projects listed in Table 5.1.1. It is and surface water quality and also on the ability of also an objective of the Council to actively promote the Council to meet its obligations under the Water the implementation of the following projects with Framework Directive. Irish Water: Proposals for change of use, or alteration to, or • Rehabilitation of the water network. extension of, existing approved developments within • Sandyford High Level Scheme Distribution Mains. these areas involving on-site wastewater treatment facilities will be assessed in the context of there being • Control of Plumbosolvency (Lead Reduction) levels. no potential deterioration of ground or surface waters. • Construction of new watermains and services to the front of houses which are currently dependent on communal watermains in back gardens. 5.1.3.5 Policy EI24: Litter Control (ii) Wastewater and Drainage Objectives It is Council policy to ensure that public places, and It is an objective of the Council to facilitate and other areas visible to any extent from public places, support Irish Water in the delivery and maintenance within the County are maintained free of litter. It of the wastewater projects listed in Table 5.1.1. It is also is the policy of the Council to publish plans for the an objective of the Council to actively promote the prevention and control of litter and for measures implementation following projects with Irish Water: to encourage public awareness with the view to eliminating litter pollution in accordance with the • Dún Laoghaire Main Drainage Scheme. 5 provisions of the Litter Pollution Act 1997. • Carrickmines/Shanganagh Main Drainage Scheme. The Council recognises that litter is a major environmental problem that significantly detracts (iii) Waste Management Objectives from the visual quality of urban and rural areas and It is an objective of the Council to continue the from the coastline. The Council has recently adopted a implementation of the following project, as and statutory ‘Litter Management Plan 2014-2017’ setting when necessary, and subject to the availability of out appropriate objectives and targets for eliminating appropriate approval and finance: the litter problem within the County. • Ballyogan Recycling Park. The Council intends completing the integrated Waste 5.1.3.6 Policy EI25: Major Accidents Management Centre at Ballyogan Recycling Park. This includes the ongoing maintenance of the civic waste It is Council policy to have regard to the provisions facility, the provision of a large public amenity space, of the ‘Major Accidents Directive’ (European Council the installation of an organic waste composting area Directive 2012/18/EU). This Directive relates to and the provision of a materials recovery/recycling the control of major accident hazards involving facility. dangerous substances and its objectives are to prevent major accidents and limit the consequences of such accidents. This policy will be implemented through the Development Management process through controls on the siting of new establishments, on modifications to existing establishments and on development in the vicinity of an establishment which, by virtue of its type or siting, is likely to increase the risk or consequences of a major accident. At present, however, there are no ‘Seveso’ sites (defined within the ‘COMAH Regulations as ‘locations where significant quantities of dangerous substances are stored’) within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.

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5.1.5.2 Policy EI27: Overhead Cables 5.1.5 Statutory Undertakers and Telecommunications Policies It is Council policy to seek the undergrounding of all 5 electricity, telephone and television cables wherever possible, in the interests of visual amenity and public health. 5.1.5.1 Policy EI26: Energy Facilities Overhead cables detract from visual amenity and therefore it is Council policy to seek the placing underground of cables. It is the intention of the Council It is Council policy to encourage the provision of energy to co-operate with other agencies as appropriate, and facilities in association with the appropriate service to use its development management powers in the providers and in accordance with ‘Government Policy implementation of this policy. Statement on Strategic Importance of Transmission and Other Energy Infrastructure’ (2012). In addition the Council will facilitate the expansion of the 5.1.5.3 Policy EI28: Telecommunications existing service providers, notably Bord Gáis, Eirgird and the Electricity Supply Board (ESB), in order to Infrastructure ensure satisfactory levels of supply and to minimise constraints for development. It is Council policy to promote and facilitate the provision of an appropriate telecommunications The provision of a wide range of energy facilities will infrastructure, including broadband connectivity and ensure that the needs of all sectoral interests in the other technologies, within the County. County can be provided for in a sustainable fashion. The Council will be open to the future requirements The widespread availability of a high quality of the major service providers, such as Bord Gáis, telecommunications network throughout Eirgird and the ESB, where it is proposed to enhance or Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown will be critical to the upgrade existing facilities or networks. development of a knowledge economy, will help attract inward investment in hi-tech knowledge It is a general objective, where strategic route corridors based industries and will engender the image of the have been identified, to support the statutory providers County as the premier entrepreneurial County in the of national grid infrastructure by safeguarding such State. strategic corridors from encroachment by other developments that might compromise the provision The advantages of a high quality telecommunications of energy networks. network must, however be, balanced against the need to safeguard the rural and urban environment, particularly in sensitive areas where the impacts on residential amenity and visual amenity of areas needs to be adequately assessed.

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5.2 Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Flooding

delivery of more compact, less carbon intensive forms 5.2.1 Climate Change Adaptation of development. and Mitigation Within this County Development Plan policies which are Climate Change adaptation and/or mitigation measures have been marked with an asterix . In line with global trends, Ireland’s climate is changing and the scientific consensus is that more changes are inevitable. The changes are directly related to 5.2.1.1 Policy CC1: National Climate Change man-made greenhouse gas emissions. There is also Adaptation Framework.* an economic consensus that the cost of inaction will greatly outweigh the cost of action, and that It is Council policy to implement the ‘National Climate progressive Climate Change policies, based on Change Adaptation Framework - Building Resilience innovation and investment in low-carbon technology, to Climate Change’ by supporting the preparation of are consistent with global economic growth. a Climate Change Adaptation Plan. It is accepted that action is required to manage and In 2012 the DoECLG published the ‘National Climate deal with Climate Change impacts. Measures to Change Adaptation Framework - Building Resilience to deal with Climate Change can be defined as either Climate Change’. The Department has been identified adaptation measures or mitigation measures. in this Framework as the lead body on National Climate Change Adaptation refers to “the adjustment Adaptation Policy. Local Authorities have been given or preparation of natural or human systems to a new the role to prepare Local Adaptation Plans through or changing environment, with the aim of moderating the Development Plan Review process. National 5 harm or exploiting beneficial opportunities” (DoECLG). guidance in relation to the preparation of Climate Examples of adaptation measures include but are not Change Adaptation Plans is still to be prepared. It limited to flood Risk Assessment and Management. is anticipated that the new Climate Action and Low Carbon Development Bill will give further direction. Mitigation is defined as action to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases (DoECLG, 2012). Mitigation It is envisaged that the preparation of a Dún Laoghaire- measures include green building measures and the Rathdown Adaptation Strategy will, in due course, be

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carried out by an interdisciplinary team, in liaison with through the inclusion and implementation of relevant stakeholders and that the resultant plan will supporting and complementary County Development become part of the County Development Plan 2016 – Plan policies. 2022 by way of a post-adoption Variation. In January 2012 the Government initiated a two-year The Adaptation Plan will ensure that Climate programme for the development of ‘National Climate Change Adaptation measures are embedded into all Change Policy and Legislation’. The Department of relevant sections of the Development Plan - including the Environment, Community and Local Government those sections on promoting the use of alternative is currently preparing the Climate Action and Low and renewable energy sources, sustainable built Carbon Development Bill due to go before the environment, sustainable transport through Oireachtas imminently. The 2014 DoECLG Climate reductions in the use of the private car, flood risk Action and Low Carbon Development National assessment, biodiversity and land use planning. Position Policy paper sets 2050 as the target year for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and will As an interim measure the previous Dún Laoghaire- put in place a framework to meet European Union and Rathdown County Development Plan 2010-2016 has International commitments on Climate Change. been assessed to identify Climate Change issues pertaining to Climate Change adaptation and The fundamental objective encapsulated by this mitigation present in that Plan. Where gaps were document is to achieve transition to a competitive, identified additional policies are recommended low-carbon, climate resilient and environmentally for inclusion in this current 2016–2022 Plan. It sustainable economy by 2050. was concluded that many of the policies in this The Government Programme has also resulted in the Development Plan aimed at achieving a sustainable publication of a report by the National Economic and County can be regarded as policies which are also Social Council (NESC) entitled ‘Ireland and the Climate intrinsically Climate Change adaptation or mitigation Change Challenge: Connecting How Much with How measures. To’ (2012). The National vision encapsulated by this document 5.2.1.2 Policy CC2: Development of National is for a carbon-neutral society by 2050, based on an Climate Change Policy and Legislation.* approach to economic development that is socially 5 and environmentally sustainable. It is Council policy to support on an ongoing basis the Government programme for the development of a National Climate Change Policy and Legislation

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Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown established a cross- departmental Energy Team in 2010 and participated in 5.2.2 Energy Efficiency Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland’s (SEAI) public sector pilot project to measure and record in-house energy consumption prior to the National collection 5.2.2.1 of energy data. The Council is affiliated to a number Policy CC3: Development of National of Inter-County organisations and Governmental Energy Policy and Legislation.* agencies tasked with promoting good energy governance. The Council aims to further strengthen It is Council policy to support on an ongoing basis compliance with good energy management practice the Government Programme for the development within the County Development Plan period, as set of Energy Policy and Legislation through the out in SI 426 of 2014 which gives effect to Energy implementation of supporting policies in this County Efficiency Directive 2012/27/EU. Development Plan - particularly those promoting The Council will aim to future-proof the County from use of renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, an energy perspective through the preparation of a sustainable transport and land use planning. ‘Sustainable Energy Action Plan’. An interdisciplinary Ireland is committed to a range of renewable energy team, in liaison with relevant stakeholders will prepare and efficiency targets, many of which are being the recommendations arising from this Action Plan. implemented as Climate Change policy measures to reduce carbon emissions. At a European level, the ‘20/20/20’ commitments agreed under the EU 5.2.2.3 Policy CC5: Limiting Emissions of ‘Climate Change and Energy Package’ set three new Greenhouse Gases.* targets for 2020: • A minimum 20% reduction in greenhouse gas It is Council policy to support National and emissions based on 1990 levels. International initiatives for limiting emissions of greenhouse gases. • 20% reduction in primary energy use compared with projected levels, to be achieved by improving This will be addressed in a number of ways including, energy efficiency. but not limited to, the promotion of sustainable transport and travel and sustainable development 5 • 20% of final energy consumption to be produced and construction. It is important that all new building by renewable energy resources. development employ materials with a low embodied Under the European Renewables Directive, the energy, preferably sourced from local sustainable National 2020 target for Ireland is to source 16% of all sources and ultimately readily capable of being energy consumed from renewable sources. In addition, recycled. Ireland must achieve a 10% share of renewable energy in transport consumption by 2020 (known as RES-T).

5.2.2.2 Policy CC4: Sustainable Energy 5.2.3 Energy Efficient Design Action Plan* Two European Directives 2010/31/EU ‘Energy It is Council policy, in consultation with relevant Performance of Buildings Directive’ and 2012/27/ stakeholders, to prepare a ‘Sustainable Energy Action EU ‘Energy Efficiency Directive’ will inform National Plan’. energy policy for the immediate future. Ireland published the first ‘National Energy Efficiency Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, promotes Action Plan’ (NEEAP) in 2009. The exemplary role of the public sector was identified as a key factor for “….the improvement of the energy performance of Ireland to achieve the EU’s 2020 Energy Efficiency buildings…taking into account outdoor climatic and targets. The NEEAP stated that “The public sector will local conditions, as well as indoor climate requirements improve its energy efficiency by 33% and will be seen to and cost-effectiveness.” lead by example – showing all sectors what is possible The Directive also outlines policy for increasing the through strong, committed action.” number of ‘near Zero Energy Buildings’ (nZEB) within Leading by example Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has a each Member State. A ‘near zero energy building’ is two-fold obligation as follows: defined as: • To address in-house energy consumption and ‘‘A building that has a very high energy performance, be in compliance with relevant energy efficiency as determined in accordance with Annex 1. The nearly directives. zero or very low amount of energy required should be covered to a very significant extent by energy from • To future proof the County from an energy renewable sources, including energy from renewable perspective in liaison with relevant stakeholders. sources produced on-site or nearby,”

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Constructing less carbon-intensive forms of refurbishment projects and accepts slightly lower development will build resilience to Climate Change. performance thresholds. This also negates concerns related to security of fossil In cases where the building is of architectural or fuel supply and the rising costs as a result of the historic interest, it may not be possible to meet these limited future availability of fossil fuel. values, such work should endeavour to meet the Much of the existing built fabric, which will last until principles of nZEB design / Passive house. 2050 or beyond, has already been constructed and The current National standard energy rating the residual available land zoned for development methodology and software should be used to certify is a finite resource. In order to meet National energy any nZEB developments. The PHPP software should targets and increase the aggregate energy level, all be used to design and certify works to passive house new development should conform to the highest (EnerPHit) standard. standard possible. The primary focus with regard to the efficient use of energy and natural resources is to design buildings 5.2.3.2 Policy CC7: Energy Performance in that create a thermally-efficient building envelope. New Buildings.* Such buildings will make optimum use of free heat gains in order to minimise the requirement of space It is Council policy to promote and support new heating and, in turn, will retain this heat gain through development that is low carbon development, is well a high standard of insulation and heat recovery adapted to the impacts of climate change and that systems. Where required, the use of on-site ‘micro energy conservation is considered and designed at the renewables’ or district heating systems can offer earliest stages through the use of energy efficiency significant opportunities. management systems. In support of the DoECLG Climate Action and Low Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is committed to a pro-active Carbon Development National Position Policy Paper it approach to raising the energy efficiency standards of is the vision of the Council to become a carbon neutral the building stock of the County. County. Policies CC6, CC7 and CC8 below support this vision. Climate Change affects us all. Dealing with Climate Change means ensuring the efficient use of available 5 energy and placing maximum priority on saving 5.2.3.1 Policy CC6: Energy Performance in energy. Local authorities have an important role in Existing Buildings *. encouraging every individual and community within the County to play their respective part in promotion of climate protection. It is Council policy to promote innovative building design that demonstrates a high level of energy The 2014 DoECLG `Climate Action and Low Carbon conservation, energy efficiency and use of renewable Development National Position Paper` outlines the energy sources in existing buildings. National objective as a transition to a competitive, low carbon, climate resilient and environmentally Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is committed to sustainable economy by 2050. Given the long lead encouraging more sustainable development, the in time for new development, the policy advocates efficient use of energy and the use of renewables in designing and building to improved standards now. . refurbishment and extension projects. On average, about 40% of the total energy The Council shall have regard to DoECLG ‘Towards consumption in industrialised countries is used for nearly Zero Energy Buildings in Ireland’ and the buildings. Due to the long service life of buildings, EU Directive 2010/31/EU ‘Energy Performance of a consistent approach is especially important in Buildings Directive’, which promote the increase of this respect in improving energy standards at the near Zero Energy Buildings (nZEB). The Council will, earliest design stages. Significantly improving energy where appropriate, promote development in existing efficiency standards at the outset could prove cost buildings to reach low carbon standards. optimal as any additional costs can be recouped over Building to nZEB standard provides better build the life cycle of the building. Improvement in the quality, energy conservation through improved energy efficiency of buildings should be encouraged building fabric, use of on-site renewable energy as it will have a considerable impact on the overall and thereby reduction of demand on grid, increases assessment of the County in terms of energy. security of supply within the County and security of The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) in energy cost as well as minimising emissions. conjunction with the National Standards Authority The Council will in addition promote the integrated of Ireland (NSAI) has developed and published IS energy concept of Passive House that will result in 399:2014 Energy Efficient Design Management – high quality constructed, economic, comfortable Requirements with Guidance for Use. IS 399 is a tool and healthy future proofed buildings. The EnerPHit to demonstrate achievement of exemplary energy standard is the designated standard for Passive House efficient design and to ensure consideration of energy design at the earliest stage in the design process.

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Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is committed to 5.2.3.3 Policy CC8: Excellence in the Built 5 encouraging more sustainable development, the Environment.* efficient use of energy and the use of renewables in new buildings. The Council shall have regard to the It is Council policy to lead by example by developing DoECLG ‘Towards Nearly Zero Energy Buildings in a strategy for effective climate protection within its Ireland’ (2012) and the EU Directive 2010/31/EU ‘Energy building stock. Performance of Buildings Directive’ which promote the increase of near Zero Energy Buildings (nZEB). In compliance with EU Energy Efficiency Directives of The Council in addition supports the integrated 2014, the Council will develop a strategy to promote the energy concept of Passive House that will result in exemplary role of the public sector in demonstrating high quality constructed, economic, comfortable and excellence within the built environment. Included in healthy future proofed buildings. this strategy the Council will establish procedures and develop case studies to achieve best practice in relation The Council will, where appropriate, promote to buildings of architectural or historical interest. It is development in new buildings to reach near Zero the intention of this policy to develop this strategy Energy Build and/or Passive House standard. The within the period of this County Development Plan. current National standard energy rating methodology (Refer also to Section 2.1.3.8 Policy RES9). and software may be used to certify any nZEB developments and the PHPP certification software may be used to design and certify works to Passive 5.2.3.4 Policy CC9: Sustainability in House standard. Adaptable Design*. The ‘Towards Nearly Zero Energy Buildings in Ireland - Planning for 2020 and Beyond’ (DoECLG) envisages It is Council policy to promote sustainable approaches nZEB provisions for new dwellings will be in place - via to the improvement of standards for habitable incremental changes to the Building Regulations – by accommodation, by allowing dwellings to be flexible, 2020. accessible and adaptable in their spatial layout and design. It is important that the design of individual buildings facilitate a good quality of life for residents and secures long-term sustainability of the overall development. The design of new residential developments should consider not just the immediate needs of

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the prospective occupants but also their possible changing needs over the life of the building. 5.2.4 Renewable Energy

5.2.3.5 Policy CC10: Radon Gas 5.2.4.1 It is Council policy, in partnership with other Policy CC11: Renewable Energy.* relevant agencies, to promote best practice in the implementation of radon prevention measures. It is Council policy to support National and International initiatives to encourage the The Radiological Protection Institute if Ireland (RPII), development and use of renewable energy sources. in a recent survey of over 2,200 houses in the Dublin Metropolitan found that, on average, 6% of dwellings The Council encourages the use of renewable energy exceed the National Reference Levels of radon gas. resources including photovoltaic, biomass, offshore wind, domestic wind, hydro and tidal where Technical Guidance Document C of the current appropriate. These sources can offer sustainable Building Regulations provides technical information alternatives to fossil fuels which, in turn, can reduce on the importance of radon prevention measures greenhouse gas emissions and dependency on within dwellings and how they should be installed imported fuels. Use of district heating systems, effectively. In an era of increasing sustainability of geothermal, air-to-water heat pumps and solar water design and air tightness of construction systems, it heating panels are further encouraged. Installation is increasingly important that correct measures to of energy networks at development stage will allow deal with radon gas are fully implemented at the for ease of future change as technology develops and preliminary design stage. mitigates against dependency on fossil fuels. This will build resilience in maintaining energy supply and will safeguard from an economic perspective.

5.2.4.2 Policy CC12: Wind & Wave Energy*.

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when these are undertaken in an environmentally increases and rainfall patterns change. Flood risk acceptable manner. needs to be considered at all stages of the land use planning process and managed in an environmentally It is acknowledged that wind and wave energy as sensitive way. The Government publication ‘Flood renewable energy sources could have an important Risk Management Guidelines’, (2009), intends to role to play in achieving National targets in ensure a more rigorous and systematic approach to relation to reductions in fossil fuel dependency integrating flood risk management in the preparation and, by implication, greenhouse gas emissions. The of Development Plans, Local Area Plans and in the Government’s ‘Wind Energy Development Guidelines determination of individual planning applications. for Planning Authorities’ (2006) sets out a detailed methodology to help identify optimum locations for the development of commercial wind generating 5.2.5.1 Policy CC14: Catchment Flood Risk facilities. The 2010 - 2016 County Development Plan included an analysis of wind speeds and the sensitive and Management (CFRAM)*. landscapes of the County at a broad level, and their relationship to the existing electricity grid network It is Council policy to assist the Office of Public Works was undertaken. It was concluded that there was (OPW) in the preparation of the Regional Catchment no realistic or practical potential for economic Flood Risk Assessment and Management (CFRAM) on-shore wind farm development in the County Study being carried out for the Eastern District. Any without significant and overriding adverse visual and recommendations and outputs arising from the environmental impacts. This earlier analysis has been CFRAM study for the Eastern District that are relevant subsequently updated to take cognisance of recent for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown will require to be changes to Government Guidelines on Wind Energy. incorporated into the Development Plan. The same conclusions in relation to there being no The CFRAM programme commenced in Ireland in practical potential for economic on-shore wind farm 2011. The programme delivers on core components of development in the County were reaffirmed. (Refer the National Flood Policy and on requirements of the also to Appendix 6). EU Flood Directive. The CFRAM programme involves The Council remains supportive of offshore wind 3 phases: (i) Preliminary Flood Risk Assessment, (ii) energy initiatives and will cooperate with the CFRAM Studies 2011–2015 and (iii) Implementation Department of Communications, Energy and Natural and Review. 5 Resources in any practical fashion in relation to the The Eastern District CFRAM Study commenced in 2011 implementation of additional wind and wave projects to (i) assess flood risk through the identification of in the Irish Sea, subject, as always, to compliance with flood hazard areas, (ii) identify viable structural and the Habitats Directive. non-structural measures and options for managing the flood risk, and (iii) prepare a Flood Risk Management 5.2.4.3 Plan (FRMP) and Strategic Environmental Assessment Policy CC13: Small-Scale Wind Energy that sets out the measures and policies to be pursued. Schemes*. The Council will actively work with the CFRAM Programme and any catchment-based Flood Planning It is Council policy to encourage small-scale wind Groups where catchments extend beyond the energy developments within industrial areas, and County’s administrative boundary, in the development support small community-based proposals in urban and implementation of catchment-based strategies areas provided they do not negatively impact upon for the management of flood risk. the environmental quality or residential amenity of the area. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown will encourage domestic 5.2.5.2 Policy CC15: Flood Risk households in appropriate locations to install micro Management*. wind energy units. Central Government support to such small-scale renewable energy projects is implicit It is Council policy to support, in cooperation with in the various planning exemptions provided for under the OPW, the implementation of the EU Flood the Planning and Development Regulations 2007. Risk Directive (2007/60/EC) on the assessment and management of flood risks, the Flood Risk Regulations (SI No 122 of 2010) and the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government and the Office of Public Works Guidelines on ‘The Planning 5.2.5 Flood Risk System and Flood Risk Management, (2009)’ and relevant outputs of the Eastern District Catchment and Flood Risk Assessment and Management Study One of the effects of Climate Change that can be (CFRAMS). anticipated, and a key Climate Change adaptation issue, is the management of water and the maintenance The Council will ensure the implementation of the of quality standards as the global temperature DEHLG/OPW Guidelines ‘The Planning System and

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Flood Risk Management’, (2009) and DoECLG Circular Pl2/2014 (or any updated/superseded document) in relation to flood risk management within the County. A Strategic Flood Risk Assessment of the County has been carried out as part of this County Development Plan process (Refer to Appendix 13). Implementation of the Guidelines will include the following: • Avoid, reduce and/or mitigate, as appropriate, in accordance with the Flood Risk Management Guidelines, the risk of flooding within the flood risk areas indicated in the CFRAM study and the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment of the County and any other flood risk areas that may be identified during the period of the Plan or in relation to a planning application (Refer to Section 6 of Appendix 13). • Development proposals in areas where there is an identified or potential risk of flooding or that could give rise to a risk of flooding elsewhere may be required to carry out a Site-specific Flood Risk Assessment, and Justification Test where appropriate, (Refer to Development Management 5.2.5.3 Policy CC16: Coastal Defence*. section 8.2.10.4 for further detail). • Development that would be subject to an It is Council policy to implement and have regard to inappropriate risk of flooding or that would cause the recommendations of the Coastal Defence Strategy or exacerbate such a risk at other locations shall (2010) for the County where feasible. The Council will not normally be permitted. endeavour to obtain funding from the Office of Public 5 works in order to undertake defence measures for • Where certain measures proposed to mitigate or specific areas as prioritised in the Strategy. manage the risk of flooding associated with new developments are likely to result in significant A Coastal Defence Strategy Study was prepared for the effects to the environment or European sites County by specialist Consulting Engineers in 2010. The downstream, such measures will undergo Study details a coastal protection strategy identifying environmental assessment and Habitats Directive specific coastal protection measures on a priority basis Assessment, as appropriate. and undertakes a risk assessment of the vulnerability of the Study area and hinterland to both erosion and • Flood Risk Management and Strategic Flood Risk coastal flooding. The Study provides a framework for Assessment (SFRA) shall be incorporated into the decision making in relation to development along the preparation of all Local Area Plans and any other coast. lower tier plans. Risk mechanisms along the coastline were identified • Regard shall be had to any future flood hazard maps, as erosion, cliff instability, tidal flooding, wave flood risk maps and flood risk management plans overtopping and wave flooding. Thirty four areas prepared as part of the Eastern District Catchment at risk were identified along the Study coastline. Flood Risk Assessment and Management Study. Erosion and cliff instability apply to the coastline • Where flood protection or alleviation works take south of Sorrento Point and to localised areas to the place the Council will ensure that the natural north. To the north of Sorrento point the principal and cultural heritage and rivers, streams and risk mechanisms are due to wave impact and wave watercourses are protected and enhanced. overtopping. Tidal flooding during extreme events may occur to parts of the DART rail line between Dún • Existing wetland Habitats within the County which Laoghaire Harbour and Merrion Gates, particularly in serve as flood protection/management measures the vicinity of Blackrock Station. shall be managed and enhanced. During the course of the Study, areas were identified • The Council will also require that all proposed flood where it was considered that the risks relating to protection or alleviation works will be subject to coastal defence issues were likely to be highest. Appropriate Assessment (AA) to ensure there are Measures to be applied to these specific areas were no likely significant effects on the integrity, defined prioritised. Not all of these areas are in the ownership by the structure and function, of any Natura 2000 of the Council. The Study also recommends that the sites and that the requirements of Article 6 of the findings be adopted into the County Development EU Habitats Directive are met. Plan. • Coastal Defence policies. 142 Built Heritage Strategy

143 Vision statement: To ensure that the protection and conservation of the outstanding architectural and archaeological built heritage of Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown forms an integral and component part in the continuing sustainable development of the County and that this valuable, and in many instances non-renewable, resource continues to be safeguarded through proper management, sensitive enhancement and appropriate development and re-development.

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6.1 Archaeological and Architectural Heritage

6.1.1 Introduction 6.1.2 Archaeological Heritage

Past generations have left their mark on the towns, (i) Introduction villages, countryside and coastline of Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown. This legacy is collectively referred to as the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has a rich archaeological County’s ‘Built Heritage’. It encompasses an inventory heritage, which has left its traces in the landscape. This of features and elements such as harbours, piers, boat heritage includes structures, constructions, groups slips, bridges, quarries, Martello Towers, Victorian of buildings, moveable objects, developed sites and terraces, Georgian houses, public buildings, street all recorded monuments (as well as their contexts) furniture, churches, castles, schools, yacht clubs and a whether situated on land or underwater. The Council range of domestic architecture. fully recognises its role in protecting this resource for future generations to enjoy. It is recognised that the conservation and enhancement of the County’s built heritage has the The European Convention on the Protection of potential to contribute to general ‘quality of life’ Archaeological Heritage (Valetta, 1992) was ratified issues and helps generate an overall ‘sense of place’. by Ireland in 1997. The archaeological heritage of the A key issue in the County Development Plan is how County is protected by the National Monuments Acts these significant elements are to be protected, while 1930 -2004 and is comprised of: at the same time, allowing for their appropriate re-use • Recorded sites and features of historical and and enhancement. archaeological importance included in the Record Protection of the historic environment is not about of Monuments and Places (RMP). preventing change - rather it is about providing • Registered sites and features of historical and the appropriate tools and mechanisms through archaeological importance included in the Register the County Development Plan to manage change of Historic Monuments, as established under in a positive way, so that it enhances rather than Section 5 of the National Monuments Act, 1987. diminishes the historic environment. • National Monuments in State Ownership or Guardianship. • National Monuments, which are the subject of 6 Preservation Orders. • All previously unknown archaeology that becomes known (e.g. through ground disturbance, fieldwork or the discovery of sites underwater). The Department of Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht and the Islands (DoAHGI) sets out guiding policies in the publication ‘Framework and Principles for the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage’, (1999) and part of the defining policy is that full account is taken of archaeological considerations in the wider planning and development process.

(ii) The Record of Monuments and Places (RMP) The Record of Monuments and Places (RMP) was established under Section 12 of the National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994. Structures, features, objects or sites listed in this Record are known as Recorded Monuments. The RMP is accompanied by a set of maps on which monuments are designated by a relevant reference number and denoted by a circle defining a Zone of Archaeological Potential. The Record of Monuments and Places for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is listed in Appendix 4.

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The qualities of archaeological and architectural the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht interest are not mutually exclusive and certain (DoAHG). structures may appear on both the Record of The Council will strictly control development proposals Monuments and Places and the Record of Protected that could have a negative impact on the significance Structures. of archaeological sites and monuments, their settlings and/or interpretation. Land uses shall not 6.1.2.1 Policy AH1: Protection of give rise to significant losses of the integrity, quality or context of archaeological material – except as may Archaeological Heritage be conditioned or directed by the appropriate heritage agencies. This shall be achieved by the application of It is Council policy to protect archaeological sites, appropriate design standards and criteria. National Monuments (and their settings), which have been identified in the Record of Monuments and Places (RMP). 6.1.2.3 Policy AH3: Protection of Historic In the implementation of this policy, the Council will Towns endeavour to review and assess the feasibility of improving public accessibility to sites and monuments It is Council policy to protect the Historic Town of under the direct ownership or control of the Council or Dalkey as identified by the Department of Arts, of the State. Heritage and the Gaeltacht (DoAHG). Dalkey, a historic town, has been designated by the 6.1.2.2 Policy AH2: Protection of Department as a zone of Archaeological Potential, and is an area where intense archaeology is present. Archaeological Material in Situ The redevelopment of the historic town of Dalkey It is Council policy to seek the preservation in situ will include as far as is practical the retention of the (or as a minimum, preservation by record) of all existing street layout, historic building lines and archaeological monuments included in the Record of traditional plot widths where these derive from Monuments and Places, and of previously unknown medieval or earlier origins. sites, features and objects of archaeological interest The historic core of Dalkey is also an Architectural that become revealed through development activity. Conservation Area, with specific policy In respect of decision making on development recommendations formulated to protect its special proposals affecting sites listed in the Record of character and guide its future development. Monuments and Places, the Council will have 6 regard to the advice and/or recommendations of

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6.1.2.4 Policy AH4: Carrickmines Castle Site

It is Council Policy to produce a (Archaeological) Conservation Plan for the Carrickmines Castle Site. The Carrickmines Castle (Archaeological) Conservation Plan will guide the management and conservation of the archaeological site by formulating specific policies and actions for its care and conservation based on an understanding of the site.

6.1.2.5 Policy AH5: Historic Burial Grounds

It is Council policy to protect historical burial grounds (ACAs) in addition to offering guidance to Planning within the County and encourage their maintenance Authorities. in accordance with good conservation practice. The historic built environment makes a significant There are numerous ecclesiastical sites throughout contribution to the economic prosperity of an area by the County which are of significant archaeological attracting investment, providing direct and indirect interest, many of which are listed in the Record of employment, as well as sustaining a traditional skills Monuments and Places. base. It is recognised that the County’s built heritage is one of the main attractions for visitors to Ireland and its conservation reinforces and promotes our 6.1.2.6 Policy AH6: Underwater tourism industry. Archaeology 6.1.3.1 It is Council policy for all developments, which have Policy AR1: Record of Protected potential to impact on riverine, intertidal and sub- Structures tidal environments to require an archaeological assessment prior to works being carried out. It is Council policy to: Under the National Monuments Act all shipwrecks i. Include those structures that are considered in the over one hundred years old, and other underwater opinion of the Planning Authority to be of special archaeological structures, features and objects are architectural, historical, archaeological, artistic, protected. cultural, scientific, technical or social interest in the Record of Protected Structures (RPS). 6 ii. Protect structures included on the RPS from any works that would negatively impact their special 6.1.3 Architectural Heritage character and appearance. iii. Ensure that any development proposals to Protected Structures, their curtilage and setting Introduction shall have regard to the Department of the Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht ‘Architectural Heritage Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has a diverse architectural Protection Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ heritage that is reflected in the significant number (2011). of areas of special character - which are defined as Architectural Conservation Areas - and the very high iv. Ensure that new and adapted uses are compatible number of Protected Structures. with the character and special interest of the Protected Structure. The Convention for the Protection of the Architectural Heritage of Europe (The Granada Convention), drawn The Planning and Development Act 2000 (as up by the Council of Europe, was ratified by Ireland amended) requires each Planning Authority to include in 1997. The national legislative provision for the in their Development Plan objectives for the protection protection of architectural heritage was subsequently of structures, or parts of structures, which are of, introduced and implemented in the form of the special architectural, historical, archaeological, artistic, Planning and Development Act, 2000. Part IV of the cultural, scientific, technical or social interest. These Act provides the legislative basis for the protection of buildings and structures are compiled on a register architectural heritage. To complement this, the DoAHG referred to as the Record of Protected Structures (RPS). issued ‘Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has an extensive number for Planning Authorities’. These offer assistance and of structures listed on our RPS, which is contained in advice to owners and occupiers of Protected Structures Appendix 4 and is shown on the County Development and buildings within Architectural Conservation Areas Plan maps.

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6.1.3.4 Policy AR4: National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (NIAH)

It is Council policy to review and update the RPS on foot of any Ministerial recommendations following the completion of the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (NIAH). The Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht is responsible for carrying out surveys of the architectural heritage on a county-by-county basis. Following the publication of the NIAH of the County, and any subsequent Ministerial recommendations, the Council will consider further amendments to the Record of Protected Structures.

6.1.3.5 Policy AR5: Buildings of Heritage Interest

It is Council policy to: i. Retain, where appropriate, and encourage the rehabilitation and suitable reuse of existing A Protected Structure, unless otherwise stated, older buildings/structures/features which make includes the interior of the structure, the land lying a positive contribution to the character and within the curtilage of the structure, any other appearance of a streetscape in preference to their structures lying within that curtilage and their interior demolition and redevelopment and to preserve and all fixtures and features which form part of the surviving shop and pub fronts of special historical interior or exterior of that structure. The protection or architectural interest including signage and also extends to any features specified as being in the associated features. attendant grounds including boundary treatments. ii. Identify buildings of vernacular significance with a view to assessing them for inclusion in the Record 6.1.3.2 Policy AR2: Protected Structures of Protected Structures. Applications and Documentation Many of the older buildings and structures in the 6 County, whilst not strictly meeting the criteria for It is Council policy to require all planning applications inclusion in the Record of Protected Structures, relating to Protected Structures to contain the are often modest buildings which make a positive appropriate level of documentation in accordance contribution to the historic built environment of with Article 23 (2) Planning Regulations and Chapter Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. The retention and reuse of 6 and Appendix B of the Architectural Heritage these buildings adds to the streetscape and sense of Protection Guidelines for Planning Authorities, or any place and has a role in the sustainable development variation thereof. of the County. Adherence to this policy will enable the proper The retention of original features on such structures assessment of the proposed works and encourage best - including windows, doors, roof coverings, shop and practice and the use of skilled specialist practitioners pub fronts and other significant features - will be in the conservation of Protected Structures. encouraged.

6.1.3.3 Policy AR3: Protected Structures and 6.1.3.6 Policy AR6: Protection of Buildings Building Regulations in Council Ownership

It is Council policy to protect the character and special It is Council policy to continue to demonstrate best interest of Protected Structures when carrying out practice with regard to Protected Structures, Recorded interventions to comply with the requirements of the Monuments and often elements of architectural Building Regulations - with particular reference to heritage in its ownership and care. Part B and Part M. The Council has responsibility for a wide variety of Regard will be had to the Department of Arts, Heritage structures of heritage significance, many of which and the Gaeltacht publication ‘Access: Improving the are included on the RPS and/or RMP, including Marlay Accessibility of Historic Buildings and Places’. House, Cabinteely House, Martello Towers and Carnegie Libraries.

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6.1.3.7 Policy AR7: Energy Efficiency of ii. Encourage the retention of features that contribute Protected Structures to the character of exemplar nineteenth and twentieth century buildings and estates such as roofscapes, boundary treatments and other It is Council policy to have regard to the Department features considered worthy of retention. of Environment, Heritage and Local Government’s publication on ‘Energy Efficiency in Traditional Some suburban areas within the County contain Buildings’ and any future advisory documents in groupings of nineteenth and twentieth century assessing proposed works on Protected Structures. buildings that are recognised for their distinctive planned layout and collective interest, as determined The enhanced thermal performance requirements by the Planning Authority. (Part L) of the Building Regulations do not apply to buildings included on the Record of Protected Structures. 6.1.3.9 Policy AR9: Protection of Historic Notwithstanding the exemptions, and in the overall Street Furniture interest of promoting sustainability, the Council recognises the need to balance the requirements It is Council policy to: of improving energy efficiency, provided that the retrofitting of energy efficiency measures does not i. Preserve the retention of historic items of street harm or compromise the special interest of the furniture where these contribute to the character Protected Structure. of the area. ii. Promote high standards for design, materials and workmanship in public realm improvements 6.1.3.8 Policy AR8: Nineteenth and within areas of historic character. Twentieth Century Buildings, Estates Items of historic street furniture can be important and Features elements in establishing the character of our streetscapes and sense of place. Such items could It is Council policy to: include bollards, railings, street signs, post boxes, i. Encourage the appropriate development of telephone kiosks, horse troughs, water pumps, jostle exemplar nineteenth and twentieth century stones, milestones, cobbles and setts, coal hole covers, buildings and estates to ensure their character is weighbridges, plaques and granite kerbing. not compromised. 6

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The industrial heritage of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown includes some sites of National, and International importance. These include Dún Laoghaire Harbour, the Dublin and Kingstown Railway and the Atmospheric Railway which was the first of its kind. Also of note is the chimney flue at Ballycorus lead mines due to its pioneering design. The County’s industrial heritage also includes engineering structures such as bridges and viaducts. In recognition of the wealth of industrial heritage contained within the County, an Industrial Heritage Survey was carried under the ‘County Heritage Plan’ (2009).

6.1.3.10 Policy AR10: Protection of Coastline Heritage

It is Council policy to: i. Encourage the retention of features of the County’s coastal heritage where these contribute to the character of the area. ii. Have regard to those items identified in the Coastal Architecture Heritage Survey when assessing any development proposals. The 17km coastline of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is central to the historical development and identity of the County. In recognition of the wealth of coastal heritage contained within the County, a Coastal Architectural Heritage survey was undertaken as part 6 of the County Heritage Plan. A wide range of coastal buildings and structures are currently on the Record of Protected Structures. These include Dún Laoghaire Harbour, the smaller harbours at Coliemore and Bullock, the Martello Towers and associated gun batteries, as well as private residences. There are many other generally smaller features and structures such as slipways, bathing structures, steps and informal or small landing jetties, seawalls and follies that are also part of the coastal built heritage. While many of these are not afforded statutory protection they do add to the overall visual richness of the County’s coastal landscape.

6.1.3.11 Policy AR11: Industrial Heritage

It is Council policy to: i. Have regard to those items identified in the Industrial Heritage Survey listed in Appendix 5 when assessing any development proposals. ii. Identify further sites of industrial heritage significance with a view to assessing them for inclusion in the Record of Protected Structures.

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6.1.4 Architectural Conservation Areas (ACA)

6.1.4.1 Policy AR12: Architectural Conservation Areas

It is Council policy to: i. Protect the character and special interest of an area which has been designated as an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). ii. Ensure that all development proposals within an ACA be appropriate to the character of the area having regard to the Character Appraisals for each area. iii. Seek a high quality, sensitive design for any new development(s) that are complimentary and/ or sympathetic to their context and scale, whilst simultaneously encouraging contemporary design. iv. Ensure street furniture is kept to a minimum, is of good design and any redundant street furniture development but rather to help guide and manage removed. change to ensure developments are sympathetic to v. Seek the retention of all features that contribute the special character of the ACA. to the character of an ACA including boundary Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown has 26 designated ACAs walls, railings, soft landscaping, traditional paving which range from groups of artisan and estate workers and street furniture. cottages, planned residential Victorian squares to Many of the towns and villages of Dún Laoghaire- large areas of residential suburbs and villages. Rathdown contain areas which exhibit a distinct The boundary of each designated ACA is delineated character and intrinsic qualities based on their and accompanied by a detailed description of the historic built form and layout. This character is often architectural character and special interest of the area 6 derived from the cumulative impact of the area’s supported by policies and objectives to assist in the buildings, their setting, landscape and other locally future management of the area. ACA appraisals and important features developed gradually over time. boundaries can be viewed online at: http://www. The Planning and Development Act 2000 provides dlrcoco.ie/conservation/cons_areas.html. the legislative basis for the protection of such areas, known as Architectural Conservation Areas. Under this Act, an Architectural Conservation Area is defined 6.1.4.2 Policy AR13: Demolition within an as a place, area, group of structures or townscape, that is of special architectural, historical, archaeological, ACA artistic, cultural, scientific, technical, social interest or value, or contributes to the appreciation of Protected It is Council policy to prohibit the demolition of Structures. a structure(s) that positively contributes to the character of the ACA. An Architectural Conservation Area may consist of groupings of buildings and streetscapes and Any such proposals will be required to demonstrate associated open spaces. The protected status afforded that the existing building is incapable of viable by inclusion in an ACA only applies to the exteriors of repair and reuse and should be accompanied by an structures and features of the streetscape. It does not Architectural Heritage Assessment, photographic prevent internal changes or rearrangements provided survey and condition report. (Refer also to Section that these changes do not impact on the external 8.2.11.3). appearance of the structure. While the purpose of ACA designation is to protect and enhance the special character of an area, it should not be viewed as a means of preventing new

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6.1.4.3 Policy AR14: Shopfronts within an 6.1.4.5 Policy AR16: Candidate Architectural ACA Conservation Areas (cACA)

It is Council policy to: It is Council policy to assess candidate Architectural Conservation Areas (cACA) to determine if they meet i. Ensure that all original and traditional shopfronts the requirements and criteria for re-designation as which contribute positively to the appearance Architectural Conservation Areas. and character of a streetscape within an ACA are retained and restored. Assessment criteria are set out in the Planning and Development Act 2000 and the Department of Arts, ii. Ensure that new shopfronts are well-designed, Heritage and the Gaeltacht ‘Architectural Heritage through the sympathetic use of scale, proportion Protection Guidelines for Planning Authorities’. and materials (Refer also to Section 8.2.6.8). Well-designed and high quality shopfronts make a positive contribution to the appearance of an ACA. 6.1.4.6 Policy AR17: Development within a Conversely, insensitive and poorly crafted shopfronts cACA detract from the character of the streetscene. It is Council policy that development proposals within a candidate Architectural Conservation Area will be assessed having regard to the impact on the character of the area in which it is to be placed. All proposals for new development should preserve or enhance the established character of the buildings and streetscape.

6.1.4.4 Policy AR15: Public Realm and Public Utility works within an ACA

6 It is Council policy to: i. Retain any surviving items of historic street furniture and finishes such as granite kerbing and paving that contribute to the character of an ACA ii. Ensure that works to the public realm - such as the provision of traffic control measures, street furniture, materials and finishes - have regard to the distinctive character of the area. iii. Encourage the undergrounding of over-head services and the removal of redundant wiring/ cables within an ACA. Proposed infrastructural and public utility works within an Architectural Conservation Area can have an impact upon the character of the public realm. The Council recognises the need for care in the undertaking of works by itself, statutory undertakers, private developers and owners within an ACA.

152 Community Strategy

153 Vision Statement: To promote social inclusion and enhanced ‘quality of life’ through integrating the continued sustainable growth and planning of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown with its social and community development by ensuring the retention, provision and maintenance of well considered and appropriate levels of social, community and cultural infrastructure readily accessible to all citizens of, and visitors to, the County.

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7.1 Social Infrastructure and Community Development

• Putting People First Action Programme for Effective 7.1.1 Introduction Local Government (2012). • ‘Local Government Reform Act, 2014’ – Section 44.

Successful and inclusive planning is about promoting • ‘National Disability Strategy’ (2004) Department of the development of balanced and sustainable Justice and Equality. communities where the needs of the community • ‘National Disability Strategy Implementation are properly catered for in terms of the provision Plan 2013-2015’ National Disability Strategy of necessary services and facilities which are Implementation Group. readily accessible. Fostering a sense of community and delivery of quality services and facilities that • ‘National Women’s Strategy 2007-2016’ are responsive to the identified needs of local Department of Justice and Equality. communities is a key factor in the enhancement and • ‘Building for Everyone: A Universal Design development of ‘quality of life’. Approach’ (2012) National Disability Authority. The Council has a long established and ongoing In seeking to secure a balanced social, community and commitment to the delivery of additional social and cultural infrastructure in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, community infrastructure throughout the County - the broad objectives of the Plan will be: funded through a combination of its own financial resources, channelling of specific development levies • To facilitate the delivery of the goals identified in and contributions and in conjunction with developers. the Council’s Local Economic and Community Plan In working towards delivering the vision of establishing (LECP) currently in preparation. viable and sustainable communities, it is important • To develop and support sustainable to ensure that the Plan is underpinned by policies neighbourhoods into the future through the and proposals that are fully socially inclusive and commensurate and proper integration of housing are consistent with overarching National Guidance with quality social and community infrastructure and Policies in respect of social and community such as schools, amenities and childcare facilities - development. At present such publications include: all in accordance with the ‘Sustainable Residential

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Development in Urban Areas’, Guidelines published 7.1.2.2 Policy SSC2: Social Inclusion and by the Department of the Environment, Heritage Participation and Local Government in 2009.

• To ensure a balanced and equitable provision of It is Council policy to progressively reduce all forms social and community facilities throughout the of social exclusion that can be experienced because County - including housing for all, day care facilities of gender, marital status, family status, age, race, for all, community centres and sports facilities. religion, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, homelessness and membership of the Traveller • To facilitate the provision of accessible facilities and services through a participatory community community. development process that is responsive to the One of the overall goals of the County Development identified needs of the local community and Plan is to promote social inclusion. Social inclusion is leisure including the provision of local community/ defined in many different ways but one of the most resource centres, recreational amenities and common understandings is that, through acting sporting facilities. inclusively, society can ensure that everyone has equal opportunity to participate in, and contribute • To engage with key stakeholders, including to, community life – regardless of their age, ability, community groups, to develop a shared nationality, religion or any of the many other responsibility for social, community and cultural characteristics which makes society diverse. development in the County. At the local level the Council, through its Social • To help people to help themselves. Inclusion Unit and considered policies in relation to housing – including social housing, homeless accommodation and refuge facilities (refer also to Section 2.1.3(ii)) - community facilities, childcare, 7.1.2 Community Support and public transport, employment opportunities and accessibility, will encourage and proactively promote Social Inclusion an ethos of social inclusion.

7.1.2.3 Policy SCC3: Safer Living Environment 7.1.2.1 Policy SCC1: The Local Economic and Community Plan It is Council policy to facilitate the promotion and delivery of a safe environment for both the residents It is Council policy to promote and facilitate of, and visitors to, the County. participation of key stakeholders in the development Ensuring personal safety and promoting an and delivery of the Local Economic and Community environment of security within the community Plan. The County Development Plan and the Local Economic and Community Plan effectively operate parallel to one another with the Local Economic and Community 7 Plan (LECP) providing the social and economic vision for Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown whilst the Development Plan provides for the proper planning and sustainable spatial development of the County. It is a symbiotic relationship that should, in time, deliver a strategic and operational framework to plan and create viable systems for living and working in the County. Further details in respect of the LECP – which is currently being prepared – are set out in Section 3.1.1(iii). By working with other agencies and stakeholders tasked to deliver social services in the County, as well as with the community and voluntary sectors and other social partners, the Council will assist in the delivery of the social and economic development goals of the Local Community Development Committee.

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enhances overall quality of life. It is an objective of a greater sense of involvement and responsibility the Council to develop secure environments through among residents in the decision-making processes the promotion of natural and passive surveillance directly impacting on their neighbourhoods. within the public realm, public walkways and open spaces by encouraging supervised people-centred activities in these areas, supplemented by increased use of targeted lighting and CCTV cameras in liaison with An Garda Síochána. An environment of natural 7.1.3 Community Facilities surveillance will also be encouraged in newly planned areas through high quality and sensitive urban design (Refer also to Section 8.2.3.1). 7.1.3.1 The establishment of the Joint Policing Committee has Policy SCC5: Community Facilities enabled a closer co-operation between communities, policing services and the Council to identify safety and It is Council policy to support the development and security issues at a local level in neighbourhoods and provision of a wide range of community facilities develop appropriate interventions. The development distributed in an equitable manner throughout the County. 7 of three Local Policing Fora at neighbourhood level in the County allows for a local focus. The Local Policing The ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Fora operate in a more informal way than the Joint Areas’ Guidelines (2009) stress the need to integrate Policing Committees and are intended to deepen the housing with the provision of supporting community engagement between Gardai, the local authority and and social infrastructure. The Guidelines acknowledge neighbourhood communities. that community facilities should be located within, or close to, neighbourhood centres and be well served by public transport. 7.1.2.4 Policy SSC4: Estate Management Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council recognises It is Council policy to support, as resources allow, the that facilities which cater for social and community continued delivery of Estate Management structures needs are an essential component in designing and programmes in areas identified with a high for sustainable communities. Meeting halls and proportion of Council-owned properties. community centres, along with schools, health centres, doctor surgeries, libraries, community playgrounds, The Estate Management programme seeks to day care facilities for older and disabled people and enhance the role of neighbourhood development churches provide a communal resource through within specific areas. It involves collaboration, which the residents of a neighbourhood can gain participation and partnership between residents, the information, education, medical or welfare assistance Council and other relevant agencies in the exchange and social contact. The Council will endeavour to of information and ideas - all with a view to generating

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ensure that an appropriate range of community In relation to the direct provision of other strands facilities is provided across the County, to ensure of community infrastructure by other agencies - that the vitality and sustainability of residential education, social services and health care facilities - neighbourhoods in Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown is the Council’s role is understandably more peripheral fostered. and often largely confined to the reservation and securing of sites (Refer also to Section 8.2.12). In designing for new facilities it is essential to ensure that they are adaptable over time to meet the changing needs of the population and to 7.1.3.2 Policy SSC6: New Development Areas provide potential for maximising their dual usage during evenings/weekends/school holidays. When It is Council policy to ensure that proper community considering proposals for development, the Planning infrastructure and complementary neighbourhood Authority may take into account benefits to the public facilities are provided concurrently with the in the form of community facilities. development of new residential growth nodes in the Where new social and community facilities are County. being retrofitted into established neighbourhoods, The Government’s ‘Developing Areas Initiative’ (2009) the issue of potential adverse impacts on residential seeks to ensure greater coordination and integration of amenity and increased pressures on limited on-street infrastructure and service delivery at strategic growth car parking spaces will require to be addressed in a centres and key development sites. The Initiative 7 sensitive manner. emphasises that the roll out of infrastructure should In terms of direct provision, the Council has an not only match, but should anticipate, development extensive on-going development programme focused and that improved integration between the provision on the provision of additional or improved social of housing and essential supporting community and and community infrastructure. New facilities either social infrastructure - such as schools, community recently constructed, or currently in train, include: amenities and child care facilities – should be a prerequisite. • The Samuel Beckett Civic Campus at Ballyogan. The planning and implementation of various • The Central Library and Cultural Centre, Dún growth/redevelopment areas in the County are Laoghaire. being advanced through various mechanisms • The refurbishment of Deansgrange and Blackrock including Local Area Plans, Urban Framework Plans Libraries. and Strategic Development Zones. The detailed assessment of community and social infrastructure • Sandyford Community Centre. needs associated with each of these growth nodes - • Belarmine Community Facility. and the specific programming and phasing of same - • Stonebridge Community Centre. will be undertaken as part of these planning processes (Refer also to the Core Strategy set out in Section 1.2). • Extensions/refurbishments to Sallynoggin, Ballybrack and Shanganagh Park House, and Park House Dún Laoghaire.

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7.1.3.3 Policy SSC7: Schools and Blackrock Further Education Institute (Formerly Senior College Dún Laoghaire). It is Council policy to ensure the reservation of primary It is recognised that education is a critical driver of and post-primary school sites in accordance with the economic success and social progress in modern requirements of the relevant education authorities. society. The provision of quality Third Level education In the context of increasingly unsustainable and training is central to the high skills, knowledge commuting patterns by students, the Guidelines on and innovation-based economy that will underpin ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas’ ongoing and future prosperity. Improved access to (2009) draws particular attention to the need to plan education and training opportunities are also crucial for future schools provision and advocates timely to helping achieve the objectives of a more sustainable consultation between Planning Authorities and the and inclusive society. Department of Education and Skills. The importance of Third and Fourth Level education A ‘Code of Practice on the Provision of Schools and to Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is fully recognised. The the Planning System’, prepared jointly by the DoEHLG primary Third Level institutions in the County are and the Department of Education and Science in University College Dublin and the Dún Laoghaire 2008, provides guidelines for the forecasting of future Institute of Art and Design and Technology. planning for schools nationally. The Code of Practice is (i) University College Dublin (UCD) built around three core objectives: University College Dublin occupies a 132-hectare site • School provision should be an integral part of and is only 4km south of the city centre. The affiliated the evolution of compact sustainable urban Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business, located developments where the opportunities to walk or in Blackrock, is Ireland’s leading business education cycle to school are maximised. and research centre. • The provision of new schools should be driven and UCD is Ireland’s largest and most diverse university. emerge from an integrated approach between the The current population of UCD for the 2013/2014 planning functions of the Planning Authority and academic year is circa 26,700 in total - comprising the Department of Education and Skills. 16,300 undergraduate students, 5,400 post graduate • Planning Authorities will co-operate and co- students and 5,500 staff and researchers. There are ordinate with the Department of Educational and approximately 5,500 international students drawn Skills in ensuring the timely delivery of schools. from approximately 120 countries. The County Development Plan makes provision for The County Council recognises the significant role educational facilities through the identification and that UCD plays in the County and the contribution reservation of potential school sites. The Planning its education, and research and development Authority already has well-established lines of communication with the Department of Education and Skills in relation to future school provision and the reservation of sites. In the identification of sites, consideration needs to be given both to the co-location of childcare provision and the potential use of school facilities by the wider 7 community outside of school hours and during school holidays. Future school provision within new growth areas specifically should be planned and implemented in tandem with residential development, especially where the overall scheme is being promoted through the mechanism of a Local Area Plan/Strategic Development Zone or similar (Refer also to Section 8.2.12.4).

7.1.3.4 Policy SSC8: Third and Fourth Level Education Facilities

It is Council policy to support the development and ongoing provision of Third and Fourth Level Institutions in the County including University College Dublin (Belfield and Carysfort campuses), Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology

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activities make to the attractiveness of the County for investment. In addition, the Council recognises the strategic importance of UCD for employment creation at Regional and National level, as evidenced by the UCD-TCD Innovation Alliance to create the National Innovation Zone. The UCD Campus Development Plan 2005-2010-2015 (which is currently under review) sets out aims and priorities for the future direction of the University. This Plan includes a vision for world-class architecture, a network of greened pedestrian walkways and a transformation of the academic infrastructure to reflect the ambitions of a leading European university. The primary aspiration of the Campus Development Plan is the advancement and promotion of UCD as a modern university, one that excels in both academic achievement and the built environment. UCD seeks to promote itself as a sustainable, healthy and living campus through the development of both academic character and sustainability of the campus. This and non-academic facilities, increased on-campus Master Plan is due to be reviewed in 2014/2015. residencies and the promotion of knowledge based industry-linked research facilities. The Planning Authority will continue to work closely with IADT in relation to campus developments in The Planning Authority will continue to work accordance with both County Development Plan and closely with UCD in relation to advancing campus National policies and guidance. development in accordance with both County Development Plan and National policies and guidance.

(ii) Institute of Art, Design and Technology (IADT) 7.1.3.5 Policy SSC9: Health Care Facilities The Institute of Art, Design and Technology, It is Council policy to support the Health Service established in 1997, occupies a 12 hectare site some Executive and other statutory and voluntary agencies 3km from Dún Laoghaire Town Centre. The IADT’s in the provision of appropriate healthcare facilities specialist role within Ireland was recognised recently - including the system of hospital care and the in the National Strategy for Higher Education to 2030 provision of community-based primary care facilities. (January 2011). It is Council policy to encourage the integration of IADT has seen major expansion in recent years appropriate healthcare facilities within new and including an incubation facility, known as the Media existing communities. Cube, which is specifically focused on the Digital Provision of public health care services for Dún Media sector. Planning permission was also granted Laoghaire-Rathdown is the responsibility of the Health in 2011 for the provision of a collection of stand-alone Service Executive (HSE). At present there are two public campus buildings including a second Digital Media hospitals in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown - St Michaels in 7 building, a consolidated workshop building and a Dún Laoghaire and St Columcilles in Loughlinstown. sports hall. In addition, the National Rehabilitation Centre and The National Film School at IADT is a centre of a number of privately operated hospitals, including excellence for education and training in film, Blackrock Clinic and Beacon Hospital, are also located animation, broadcasting and digital media and a in the County. There are also ten public health new National Film School building was opened in centres and a number of nursing homes distributed November 2013. throughout the County. The growing academic and administrative needs stem In recent times the HSE rebalanced its approach with primarily from the growth in student numbers. There a radical shift from secondary care to primary care are currently circa 2,300 students, a whole time staff provision. The primary care ‘model’ promoted has a of 200, with an additional 350 part-time staff. stronger emphasis on working with communities and individuals to improve health and well-being. An IADT Master Plan, produced in 2004, seeks to Building on the National Health Strategy ‘Quality and promote the Institute as the leading Irish educator Fairness - A Health System for You’ (2001) the primary within the knowledge, media and entertainment care ‘model’ aims to ensure everyone has ready access sectors. It is envisaged that the Plan, aimed at to a broad spectrum of care services through a local developing a substantial campus infrastructure, will Primary Care Team. ensure that the growing needs of the Institute can be met whilst at the same time improving the overall The ability of Primary Care Centres to provide local and integrated facilities in line with the Government’s

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Primary Care Strategy, is acknowledged by the childcare facilities to address the overall development Planning Authority. Such facilities will be sought on needs of the County. suitably zoned lands and in close proximity to new Where a new residential development is proposed – and existing residential areas to allow communities with 75+ dwellings (or as otherwise required by the access to multi-disciplinary health care in easily Planning Authority) – one childcare facility shall be accessible locations throughout the County. provided on site in accordance with Sections 2.4, 3.3.1 and Appendix 2 of the ‘Childcare Facilities Guidelines 7.1.3.6 Policy SSC10: Childcare Facilities for Planning Authorities’ (2001). The provision of childcare facilities within new, and indeed existing, residential areas shall have regard to the geographical It is Council policy to encourage the provision of distribution and capacity of established childcare affordable and appropriate childcare facilities as facilities in the locale and the emerging demographic an integral part of proposals for new residential profile of the area. developments and to improve/expand existing childcare facilities across the County. In general at County Development Plan policy in relation to least one childcare facility should be provided for all childcare will be guided by recommendations arising new residential developments subject to demographic from the 2009 Strategic Mapping Exercise and any and geographic needs. The Council will encourage subsequent Mapping Exercises the County Childcare the provision of childcare facilities in a sustainable Committee conduct. Recently Pobal has employed manner to encourage local economic development Census 2011 data to map childcare facilities within the and to assist in addressing disadvantage. County, enabling more objective analysis of gaps in provision and the targeting of areas where facilities There continues to be a growth in demand for may be needed in the future. childcare services and the provision of good quality and affordable services close to local communities is Detailed requirements and standards in respect to important. The primary policy basis for the provision childcare provision associated with development of childcare facilities is the ‘Childcare Facilities projects are set out in the Development Management Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ (DoEHLG, 2001). In Section of the Plan (Refer also to Section 8.2.12.1). the interest of promoting sustainability the Guidelines advocate that suitable locations for the provision of childcare facilities include residential areas, 7.1.3.7 Policy SSC11: Arts and Culture employment nodes, large educational establishments, major towns/district/neighbourhood centres and It is Council policy to facilitate the continued areas convenient to public transport networks. Dún development of arts and cultural facilities throughout Laoghaire-Rathdown fully supports the development Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown in accordance with the and delivery of accessible, high quality and affordable County ‘Arts Development Policy, 2011-2014’.

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The existing arts and cultural infrastructure of Dún The implementation of the County’s overall library Laoghaire-Rathdown includes theatres, performance policy will be in accordance with the objectives and spaces, galleries, art centres and outdoor event spaces. agreed priorities identified in the Dún Laoghaire- The Council supports the development of the arts Rathdown Library Development Programmes 2010– at a local level and aspires to provide opportunities 2013 and 2015-2018. The 2010-2013 Programme sought for all who live in, work in and visit the County to plan and allocate resources in accordance with the to engage with the Arts as creators, participants demand on services and to enhance the traditional and spectators. The Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown role of the library service by further embracing County Council ‘Arts Development Policy 2011–2014’ information technology. The 2010-2013 Programme recognises the Council’s pivotal role in the promotion emphasised inclusivity and aimed to extend the and encouragement of the arts and culture, while service beyond library walls through online services prioritising direction for future development and and vibrant outreach and cultural programmes. investment. The 2015-2018 Programme will further develop these aspirations while responding to the dynamic opportunities afforded by the resurgent economy 7.1.3.8 Policy SSC12: Libraries and will focus on empowering citizens digitally and culturally. It is Council policy to promote and develop the County Library Service in accordance with the National objectives laid down in the draft ‘Strategy for Public Libraries, 2013–2017’ prepared by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government. The County’s network of Carnegie Libraries shall be retained for public and community use. dlr Libraries operate branches located at Blackrock, Cabinteely, Dalkey, Deansgrange, Dundrum, Dún Laoghaire, Shankill, and Stillorgan. The opening of dlr LexIcon, the Central Library and Cultural Centre in Dún Laoghaire, will significantly complement and enhance the existing library offer within the County.

162 Principles of Development

163 Vision Statement: To ensure that all new development and redevelopment proposals in the County adhere to the principles of good urban design and contribute to the delivery of a ‘sense of space’, through the promotion of a high quality built environment utilising considered design and development standards. The orderly and sustainable delivery of new developments, of many diverse types and scales, will be realised through the application of the various standards and objectives embedded in the Development Plan via the Development Management process and adherence to the overarching Land Use Zoning imperatives.

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8.1 Urban Design

In recent years a series of guidelines published by 8.1.1 Introduction the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government have issued on the subject of urban design and, in combination, these set out an Urban design is the process of shaping the physical extensive policy framework. The policy statement setting for life in cities, towns and villages. It is the art ‘Delivering Homes, Sustaining Communities’, and its of making places. It involves the design of buildings, associated guidelines document, ‘Quality Housing groups of buildings, spaces and landscapes and for Sustainable Communities’ (both 2007) provide establishing the processes that make successful an overarching policy framework for an integrated development possible. Urban design encompasses approach to housing and planning. the way places work as well as how they look. Good The guidelines ‘Sustainable Residential Development quality urban design is central to creating vibrant and in Urban Areas’ (2009) sets out key planning principles attractive places and, when employed in conjunction to be reflected in Development Plans and Local Area with moderate to higher densities, can help achieve Plans, which should assist in the preparation and a more efficient use of finite lands, resources and assessment of planning applications for residential infrastructure. Good urban design is essential if development in urban areas. These guidelines are the County is to produce attractive, high quality, accompanied by a companion document, the ‘Urban sustainable places in which people will want to live, Design Manual - A Best Practice Guide’ which provides work and relax. advice on the practical implementation of the policies The Council is committed to ensuring that good contained in the guidelines. The ‘Urban Design Manual’ urban design principles are applied in the design sets out a series of criteria to address the range of and planning of new Key Development Areas such design considerations for residential development as as Cherrywood, Kiltiernan/Glenamuck, Woodbrook/ well as a number of detailed case studies that describe Shanganagh and Old Conna. Adhering to good urban best practice examples. The Urban Design Manual design principles can help ensure the delivery of high provides a very comprehensive and useful guidance quality environments with a clear and interesting tool on design issues and should be the reference urban structure, the conservation of architectural work for practitioners in development and design. heritage and townscape, the promotion of high In addition, the ‘Retail Design Manual’ (2012) and ‘Design standards of architectural design for new buildings Manual for Urban Roads and Streets’ (2013), provide and the reinforcement of local identity and ‘sense of comprehensive guidance in relation to developing place’.

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and enhancing the public realm. The ‘Design Manual to go, making a place more vibrant. In commercial for Urban Roads and Streets’ emphasises particularly areas, a complementary variety and mix of uses and how the delivery of permeability and high quality activities will attract larger numbers of consumers to public realm can assist the promotion and delivery an area and make it more economically successful. The of sustainable communities. The various principles right mix of uses and activities is critical. A successful and examples set out in the ‘Retail Design Manual’ and sustainable mix is achieved when the range of are intended to assist in identifying subject matter uses help create a balanced community that enjoys a to be considered and addressed in the preparation of wide range of services without increasing the need for design statements. journeys by car.

(iv) Legibility 8.1.1.1 Policy UD1: Urban Design Principles A successful and ‘legible’ development is a place that has a clear image and is easy to understand. Five It is Council policy to ensure that all new development elements that help create this kind of place, have been is of high quality design that assists in promoting identified: a ‘sense of place’. The Council will promote the • Paths – the routes of movement such as laneways, guidance principles set out in the ‘Urban Design streets and cycle routes. Manual – A Best Practice Guide’ (2009), and in the ‘Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets’ (2013) • Nodes – focal places such as squares and plazas and will seek to ensure that development proposals which connect the paths and roads. are cognisant of the need for proper consideration of • Landmarks – buildings or places that provide local context, connectivity, inclusivity, variety, efficiency, character and act as reference points. distinctiveness, layout, public realm, adaptability, privacy and amenity, parking, and detailed design. • Districts – areas with distinct or recognisable characteristics such as business districts and retail In broad, conceptual terms, the primary principles of cores. good urban design and ‘place making’ can be defined as follows: • Edges – linear elements not used as routes like busy arterial roads, walls of buildings and railway lines. (i) Permeability A successful place is easy to get to and move through. (v) Robustness Places should connect to their surroundings. A This refers to the ability of a place to be used for successful place provides the optimum amount of many different purposes by different people and/or choice on how to make a journey and takes into its potential for change and adaptation for different account all forms of movement (pedestrian, cycle, uses over time. A robust place, whether outdoors or public transport and car). Where possible, connections indoors, has potential for many possible and disparate should emphasise and promote sustainable forms of uses. A robust building’s function can change over transport over individual car use. A successful place time. also makes clear connections from new development In terms of translating these concepts into a design areas to existing roads and facilities giving users methodology, the ‘Urban Design Manual - A Best greater choice of route when planning and making Practice Guide’ sets out twelve criteria to cover journeys. Permeability must be considered early in the range of design considerations for residential any planning or development process as streets are, development. The criteria are subdivided into three or at least become, the most permanent element of groups, reflecting the sequence of the design process: any built environment. Neighbourhood: (ii) Vitality • Context: How does the development respond to its Places that are vibrant, active, safe, comfortable surroundings? 8 and varied are said to have vitality. Places are more active when windows and doors are connected • Connections: How well connected is the new to the street. Inactive edges of blank walls, badly neighbourhood? positioned entrances, underpasses and places lacking • Inclusivity: How easily can people use and access obvious natural or passive surveillance often generate the development? concerns in relation to personal security and safety. • Variety: How does the development promote a (iii) Variety/Diversity good mix of activities? A successful place is a place that offers a mix of activities to the widest range of possible users. The Site: most connected streets usually support a wider variety • Efficiency: How does the development make of uses because of their accessibility and connectivity. appropriate use of resources, including land? Variety is desirable as it provides a choice of activities • Distinctiveness: How do the proposals create a for a wider range of people, things to do and places sense of place?

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• Layout: How does the proposal create people Statement should address urban design, landscape friendly streets and spaces? and building design issues and clearly explain the development process, the design options considered • Public Realm: How safe, secure and enjoyable are and the rationale behind the adopted development the public areas? strategy. The Design Statement should take the form of a concise illustration or series of illustrations and Home: a written statement. This material should form the • Adaptability: How will the buildings cope with basis of meaningful pre-application discussions with change? the Planning Authority. Reference to, and cognisance • Privacy and Amenity: How does the scheme provide of, the guidance and principles set out in the ‘Urban a decent standard of amenity? Design Manual’ (2009) and ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas’ (2009) documents shall • Parking: How will the parking be secure and require to be demonstrated. attractive? A Design Statement should outline: • Detailed Design: How well thought through is the building and landscape design? • The policy background, identifying all relevant policies, development briefs, design guides, It is proposed that all major developments be required standards and regulations and, in the case of to provide a ‘Design Statement’ as part of the planning developments in areas with Local Area Plans and/or application process, which should demonstrate adopted development guidance, shall demonstrate how the proposed development addresses and how the relevant urban design principles and encapsulates the above criteria. guidance have been complied with. • The urban design and architectural context 8 8.1.1.2 Policy UD2: Design Statements including a site and area appraisal (illustrated with diagrams), summaries of relevant studies and It is Council policy that, for all medium-to-large scale records of any relevant consultations. and complex planning applications (30 + residential • The development strategy for the site, including units, commercial development over 1,000 sq.m. design principles which have been formulated in or as required by the Planning Authority) a ‘Design response to the policy background, the site and its Statement’ shall be required to demonstrate how the settings and the purpose of the development, and proposed development addresses or responds to the how these will be reflected in the development. design criteria set out in the ‘Urban Design Manual - A Best Practice Guide’ (DoEHLG, 2009). • An explanation of the urban structure, including approach to movement and accessibility, landscape A Design Statement should be prepared for all development blocks, land uses, density, urban grain, medium-to-large scale and complex developments at visual context and built form. an early stage of the overall design process. The Design

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8.1.1.3 Policy UD3: Public Realm Design an Urban Framework Plan (UFP) for the Sandyford Business Estate and a Strategic Development Zone (SDZ) for Cherrywood have been put on a statutory It is Council policy that all development proposals, footing. While all different and distinctive, the various whether in established areas or in new growth nodes, statutory plans each contain targeted and nuanced should contribute positively to an enhanced public design guidance and templates that will help frame realm and should demonstrate that the highest and influence the ‘end product’ in each of their quality in public realm design is achieved. respective areas. This will include detailed consideration of materials, Into the future, further LAPs will be prepared as street furniture (including litter bins), public lighting, deemed necessary by the Planning Authority. These street trees and landscaping. Roads and parking areas will set quite detailed and specific design parameters are considered as an integral landscape element in and urban design contexts, as appropriate, for the the design of the public realm. specific areas in question.

8.1.2.2 Policy UD5: Shared Space Layouts 8.1.2 Urban Design at the Local It is Council policy to promote safer and more Level attractive streets and public realm for all road users throughout the County by pro-actively engaging with, and adhering to, the ‘shared space’ concept and guidance set out in the ‘Design Manual for Urban 8 8.1.2.1 Policy UD4: Local Area Plans Roads and Streets’ (2013). One of the legacies of residential layout design in It is Council policy to use the vehicle of Local Area the recent past has been that design considerations Plans and/or Urban Framework Plans, as appropriate, have often been dominated and driven by the need to to promote and embed the principles of good urban make provision for motor vehicles – to the detriment design in the delivery of new, and existing, sustainable of other road users. A key challenge for urban design communities in specific areas of the County. is to successfully promote the other functions of ‘the At a local level, statutory Local Area Plans (LAPs) street’ by promoting a ‘sense of place’, facilitating are the primary vehicles for guiding and informing social interaction and encouraging walking and the content, layout and design of both ‘new’ and cycling. Road design should discourage speed and ‘redevelopment’ areas in the County. Local Area afford priority to the safety and convenience of Plans have already been adopted for Stillorgan, pedestrians and cyclists. Woodbrook/Shanganagh, Kiltiernan-Glenamuck, Glencullen, Goatstown and Deansgrange. In addition

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Road widths in general should be sufficient to through the vehicles of Local Area Plans, Urban accommodate two vehicles passing, but not so Framework Plans and other statutory plans such as generous as to encourage speeding or excessive the Cherrywood SDZ Planning Scheme. The Strategy on-street/kerbside parking. The ‘shared space’ will also influence and inform the assessment of concept promoted in the ‘Design Manual for Urban building heights proposed in individual planning Roads and Streets’ (DMURS) is essentially traffic applications. calming interwoven with considered urban design in residential and town/village areas, to ensure that the car does not dominate in terms of street use and 8.1.2.4 Policy UD7: Urban Tree Planting* is required to manoeuvre at lower speeds. Going forward into the future the promotion of sustainable It is Council policy to promote urban tree planting settlement and transportation strategies in urban and throughout the County in accordance with the rural areas in the County will require to be informed provisions of ‘dlr TREES: A Tree Strategy for Dún by the principles set out in this Manual. The emphasis Laoghaire-Rathdown 2011 – 2015’. of the DMURS is on the delivery of permeability and The Council will encourage and promote urban tree public realm quality necessary to promote sustainable planting in the planning and development of urban communities. spaces, streets, roads and infrastructure projects. It is essential that tree planting becomes an integral 8.1.2.3 Policy UD6: Building Height Strategy part of urban design and that the identification and provision of sustainable tree pits is given equal consideration to underground services, cycleways, It is Council policy to adhere to the recommendations public lighting etc. in the design of streetscapes. Trees and guidance set out within the Building Height are the only organic living part of the streetscape and Strategy for the County. they contribute in many ways to humanising spaces, Council policy in relation to the issue of building enhancing the environment and minimising the height throughout the County will be guided by impacts of climate change. both the general principles and specific detailed recommendations detailed in the Building Height Strategy set out in Appendix 9. The Strategy will be used in establishing building heights for individual areas and emerging new urban nodes in the County

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8.2 Development Management

character, in the interests of sustainable and orderly 8.2.1 Introduction development. Unless otherwise stated, recommended residential and other development standards included in this Chapter are informed by a series of Department In order to ensure the proper planning and sustainable of Environment, Community and Local Government development of the County it is important that (DoECLG) guideline documents published over recent development conform to the specific requirements years. These guideline documents are detailed in set out in this Chapter - taking cognisance of the fact Appendix 1. that Development Management is a statutory process and its primary objective is to direct development in an orderly and efficient manner. This Section should be read in conjunction with 8.2.2 Planning Process the Urban Design Section (Section 8.1) and other relevant individual topic Sections incorporated in this Development Plan (together with its Appendices and Supplementary Documents). The reader should (i) Pre-Planning Meetings note that each of the following sections, such as It is of benefit to applicants, and the Council, Residential, Sustainable Travel and Transportation, for consultation to be had regarding proposed Enterprise and Employment and so on, are colour development prior to their lodgement as planning coded to link them to their associated topic Chapters applications. Section 247 of the Planning Act provides in this Plan. For example, the colour code for the a formal avenue for applicants to seek some general Sustainable Communities Chapter (incorporating pre-planning guidance from the Planning Authority in Residential policies) is blue and the following section relation to their proposed development. The Planning on Residential Development standards are also coded Authority will endeavour to provide pre-application in blue. Likewise the Green County Strategy Chapter consultations where requested. (incorporating Open Space and Recreation policies) is in green and the following section detailing Open (ii) Design Statements Space standards are also coded green. A Design Statement is an outline of the proposal’s context and aims, and how it responds to Development In all development proposals, particularly residential Plan objectives and surroundings, should be submitted development, it is the aim of the Planning Authority for all applications of 1000+sq.m. commercial to promote a high level of amenity and design, and development or applications of 30+ residential units to protect and complement existing amenities and (Refer also to Section 8.1.1.2).

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(iii) Landscape Plans out in legislation and agree and undertake all Planning applications for 1000+sq.m. commercial compensatory measures necessary to ensure the development, 30+ residential units, or smaller protection of the overall coherence of Natura 2000. developments (as deemed appropriate by the Planning Department), should submit a landscape (vi) Energy Efficiency design rationale prepared by a qualified Landscape For all developments of 1000+sq.m. commercial Architect. development or 30+ residential units, an Energy Statement should accompany the planning (iv) Environmental Impact Assessment application. The Planning and Development Regulations 2001 specify mandatory thresholds above which (vii) Thresholds Information Document Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) are required The existing Thresholds Information Document, a in relation to types and scale of development supplement to Planning Applications, is detailed in proposals. Where it appears to the Planning Authority Appendix 10. It identifies Development Management that a development proposal would be likely to thresholds and outlines the main information that have significant effects on the environment, a ‘sub- will be required as part of a planning application. threshold/discretionary EIS’ can be requested by This document will be updated and refreshed during notice in writing. the final stages of the adoption of the new County Development Plan. (v) Appropriate Assessment Under Article 6 of the Habitats Directive there is a requirement to establish whether, in relation to plans and projects, appropriate assessment (AA) is required. If, following screening, it is considered that AA is 8.2.3 Residential Development required, then the proponent of the plan or project must prepare a Natura Impact Statement. A plan or This section sets out guidance on qualitative, project will only be authorised after the competent quantitative, and development management criteria authority has ascertained, based on scientific evidence, for residential developments. These requirements will Screening for Appropriate Assessment, and a Stage 2 form the basis for evaluating planning applications Appropriate Assessment where necessary, that: for new residential developments with a view to • The plan or project will not give rise to significant improving the quality of housing development in Dún adverse direct, indirect or secondary effects on Laoghaire-Rathdown. The following documents are the integrity of any Natura 2000 site (either key references informing the standards outlined in individually or in combination with other plans or this Chapter: projects); or • ‘Delivering Homes, Sustaining Communities’ • The plan or project will have significant adverse (DoEHLG, 2007). effects on the integrity of any Natura 2000 • ‘Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for (that does not host a priority natural habitat New Apartments’ (DoEHLG, 2007). type and/or a priority species) but there are no alternative solutions and the plan or project • ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban must nevertheless be carried out for imperative Areas – Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ reasons of overriding public interest - including (DoEHLG, 2009). those of a social or economic nature. In this case, • ‘Urban Design Manual: a Best Practice Guide’ it will be a requirement to follow procedures set (DoEHLG, 2009). out in legislation and agree and undertake all compensatory measures necessary to ensure the • ‘Irish Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets’ protection of the overall coherence of Natura 2000; (DTTaS, & DoECLG, 2013). 8 or • ‘National Climate Change Adaptation Framework, • The plan or project will have a significant adverse Building Resilience to Climate Change’ (DoECLG, effect on the integrity of any Natura 2000 site 2013). (that hosts a natural habitat type and/or a priority species) but there are no alternative solutions and the plan or project must nevertheless be carried 8.2.3.1 Quality Residential Design out for imperative reasons for overriding public interest - restricted to reasons of human health or It is Council policy to promote high quality design and public safety, to beneficial consequences of primary layout in new residential development. A core aim of importance for the environment or, further to an land-use planning is to ensure that new residential opinion from the Commission, to other imperative developments offer a high quality living environment reasons of overriding public interest. In this case, for residents, both in terms of the standard of it will be a requirement to follow procedures set individual dwelling units and in terms of the overall layout and appearance of schemes. In considering

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applications for new developments the Planning • Levels of privacy and amenity, the relationship of Authority will refer to Government guidelines for buildings to one another, including consideration ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas’, of overlooking, sunlight/daylight standards and its companion document ‘Urban Design Manual’, the appropriate use of screening devices. the ‘Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets’ • Quality of linkage and permeability – to adjacent (DMURS) and the ‘Sustainable Urban Housing (Design neighbourhoods and facilities and the nature of Standards for Apartments)’ - along with the ‘Green the public realm/streets and spaces. City Guidelines’ published by UCD in conjunction with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown and Fingal County Councils. • Accessibility and traffic safety - proximity to Regard will also be had to the Green Infrastructure centres and to public transport corridors, existing Strategy for the County contained in Appendix 14 of and proposed. this Plan, where appropriate. • Quantitative standards - set out in this Chapter The objective of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County and/or referenced in Government guidelines. Council is to achieve high standards of design and • Safety and positive edges to the public realm - layout to create and foster high quality, secure and opportunities for crime should be minimised by attractive areas for living. The following criteria will be ensuring that public open spaces are passively taken into account when assessing applications: overlooked by housing and appropriate boundary • Land use zoning and specific objectives contained treatments applied. A safety audit may be required. in this Plan and any Strategic Development • Quality of proposed public, private and communal Zone/Local Area Plan/Urban Framework Plan/ open spaces and recreational facilities. non-statutory planning guidance adopted by the Council. • Compliance with National Housing Policy as set out in the ‘Housing Policy Statement’ 2011 (e.g. • Density - Higher densities should be provided in lifecycle provision, size, tenure, mix, etc.) 8 appropriate locations. Site configuration, open space requirements and the characteristics of • Compliance with social and community the area will have an impact on the density levels infrastructure (e.g. childcare facilities, schools, local achievable. shops, facilities for the elderly etc.). • Quality of the proposed layout and elevations, • Quality of the pre-existing environmental sound the quality of the residential environment will environment. be of primary significance in determining the acceptability of planning applications. Layouts, elevations, and plan form must be designed to 8.2.3.2 Quantitative Standards emphasise a ‘sense of place’ and community, utilising existing site features, tree coverage and (i) Dwelling Size and Mix an appropriate landscape structure. Policies advocating the need for a mix of dwelling types and sizes are set out in Section 2.1 – Residential

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Development. The provision of a range of housing The Planning Authority will apply restrictive planning types and sizes in the County is important as CSO conditions to apartment development to ensure trends show an increasing population in the County, that parking spaces are for the sole use of occupants with a higher than national proportion in the over 65 of the development and shall not be rented out to age bracket. For example, the 2011 Census indicated non-residents. Likewise, visitor parking will require that those aged over 65 increased from 13.3% in 2006 to be clearly indicated and measures will be put in to 14.4% in 2011. The national figure showed a decline place to ensure such spaces are reserved for the use from 11% to 10% during the same intercensal period. of visitors only. The parking standards to be applied Ensuring mobility within the housing market is to be in new residential developments in Dún Laoghaire- encouraged. Rathdown are set out in Table 8.2.3.

(ii) Residential Density (iv) Private Open Space – Houses In general the number of dwellings to be provided All houses (terraced, semi detached, and detached) on a site should be determined with reference to should have an area of private open space behind the the Government Guidelines document: ‘Sustainable front building line. The private open space standards Residential Development in Urban Areas – Guidelines to be applied in new residential developments in Dún for Planning Authorities’ (2009). As a general principle, Laoghaire-Rathdown are set out in Section 8.2.8.4 (i) and on the grounds of sustainability, the objective is below. to optimise the density of development in response to type of site, location and accessibility to public (v) Refuse Storage and Services transport. However, the overriding concern should be Adequate refuse storage, recycling and composting the quality of the proposed residential environment to areas, and future expansion of separated waste be created and higher densities will only be acceptable disposal for residential developments shall be if the criteria which contribute to this environment adequately catered for. In the case of communal are satisfied. Higher residential density will not be refuse storage provision, the collection point for appropriate in every circumstance and qualitative refuse should be accessible both to the external built form can sometimes be a more important collector and to the resident and be secured against determinant. Higher densities should have regard illegal dumping by non-residents. to surrounding dwellings and should be achieved in tandem with the protection of the amenity of the In the case of individual houses, the applicant shall future residents of the proposed development (Refer clearly show within a planning application the also to Policy RES3 in Section 2.1.3.3). proposed location and design of bin storage to serve each dwelling, and having regard to the number of In Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, apart from in exceptional individual bins required to serve each dwelling at circumstances, (e.g. where an LAP has identified sites the time of the application and any possible future where lower densities may be considered or in sites requirements for refuse storage/collection. where mature tree coverage prevents minimum densities being achieved across the entire site) minimum residential densities should be 35 dwellings per hectare. Significant parts of the existing built-up area of the County are, however, readily accessible to public transport corridors – QBCs, Luas, DART. In these circumstances Government guidance is to provide densities at higher than 50 dwellings per hectare. The Council acknowledges the ‘Kickstart’ Incremental Development Approach as outlined in the DoECLG and the NTA study ‘Planning and Development of Large Scale, Rail Focused Residential areas in Dublin’ (2013) in relation to Sandyford, Cherrywood, Stepaside 8 and Carrickmines. The purpose of the ‘Kickstart’ approach is not to be used to achieve lower densities in a scheme but rather to ensure eventual overall delivery of higher densities in order to support high capacity public transport modes (Refer also to Policy RES3, Section 2.1.3.3).

(iii) Parking Standards Parking inevitably remains an integral element of overall land use and transportation policy within the County (Refer also to Section 2.2 – Sustainable Travel and Transportation). The purpose of parking standards is to ensure that a considered and appropriate level of parking is provided to serve new development.

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All applications should clearly indicate the location of CSO results from the 2011 Census indicate that 55% all proposed service meters for electricity/gas/water of all private households are composed of one or etc. two persons in the County, compared to the 53% Nationally. These 2011 results also indicated that 62% of private households in the County were residing in 8.2.3.3 Apartment Development detached or semi detached houses with 19.4% in a flat or apartment. Apartment developments should be of high quality design and site layout having due regard to the (iv) Separation between Blocks character and amenities of the surroundings. All proposals for residential development, particularly apartment developments and those over three (i) Design Standards storeys high, shall provide for acceptable separation All apartment developments shall accord with or distances between blocks to avoid negative effects exceed all aspects of Government Guidelines in relation such as excessive overlooking, overbearing and to residential development best practice, including overshadowing effects and provide sustainable ‘Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for residential amenity conditions and open spaces. New Apartments’ (2007) and ‘Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas’ (2009). The minimum clearance distance of circa 22 metres between opposing windows will normally apply in (ii) Dual Aspect the case of apartments up to three storeys in height. In taller blocks, a greater separation distance may Apartment developments are expected to provide a be prescribed having regard to the layout, size and minimum of 70% of units as dual aspect apartments, design. In certain instances, depending on orientation and north facing single aspect units should be avoided. and location in built-up areas, reduced separation distances may be acceptable. 8 (iii) Mix of Units Apartment developments should provide a mix of (v) Internal Storage units to cater for different size households, such that Internal storage standards for apartments shall accord larger schemes over 30 units should generally comprise with or exceed the levels outlined in Table 8.2.1 below. of no more than 20% 1-bed units and a minimum of 20% of units over 80 sq.m. Schemes with less than 30 Table 8.2.1: Minimum storage space apartments will be assessed on a case-by-case basis requirements according to their unit numbers, configuration and location but should generally accord to a percentage One Bedroom 3 sq.m. ratio of 40/40/20% mix for 1/2/3+ bedroom units Two Bedroom 7 sq.m. respectively. Some one-bed or two-bed units could be provided on the ground floor to potentially cater Three Bedroom 9 sq.m. for elderly people ‘downsizing’ from more traditional Note: No individual storage room should exceed housing types and should, where possible, have direct 3.5sq.m. and shall be provided within the apartment access onto public open spaces. unit.

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(vi) Penthouse Development • Overshadowing, overbearing and overlooking - The addition of a penthouse level – which along with proximity, height and length along typically consists of high quality roof level living mutual boundaries. accommodation in an apartment development - • Remaining rear private open space, its orientation may be acceptable where living space constitutes and usability. the equivalent of one storey and is set back from the edge of the building. A penthouse level should have • Degree of set-back from mutual side boundaries. regard to the overall design of an apartment block and • External finishes and design, which shall generally should be finished with high quality materials and not be in harmony with existing. have a negative visual impact on the skyline and/or Ground floor rear extensions will be considered in streetscape (Refer also to the Building Height Strategy terms of their length, height, proximity to mutual set out in Appendix 9). boundaries and quantum of usable rear private open (vii) Minimum Apartment Floor Areas space remaining. All apartment developments shall accord with Side extensions will be evaluated against proximity or exceed the prescribed National Guidelines for to boundaries, size and visual harmony with existing minimum overall apartment floor areas, as set out in (especially front elevation), and impacts on residential the Table 8.2.2. below. In this regard, the areas listed amenity. First floor side extensions built over existing are minimum standards and should not be taken as structures and matching existing dwelling design and the norm for all developments; higher floor areas will height will generally be acceptable, though in certain be encouraged throughout the County. cases a set-back of an extension’s front façade and its roof profile and ridge may be sought to protect Table 8.2.2: Minimum Overall Apartment Floor amenities, integrate into the streetscape and avoid a Areas ‘terracing’ effect. External finishes shall normally be in harmony with existing. One Bedroom 55 sq.m. Any planning application submitted in relation to 85 - 90 sq.m. Two Bedroom extensions shall clearly indicate on all drawings Three Bedroom 100 sq.m. the extent of demolition/wall removal required to facilitate the proposed development and a structural (viii) Apartments - Public, Communal and Private report may be required to determine the integrity of Open Spaces – Standards walls/structures to be retained and outline potential impacts on adjoining properties. This requirement Each apartment shall have direct (balcony) access to should be ascertained at pre-planning stage. A its own minimum area of private open space in the structural report must be submitted in all instances form of a balcony or patio area. Requirements for where a basement or new first/upper floor level is balconies are detailed in Table 8.2.5 in Section 8.2.8.4 proposed within the envelope of an existing dwelling. (iv) Private Open Space for Apartment Developments. Side gable, protruding parapet walls at eaves/gutter Sections 8.2.8.2 and 8.2.8.3 provide details on Quality level of hip-roofs are not encouraged. and Quantity of Public Open Space for apartment developments. The proposed construction of new building structures directly onto the boundary with the public realm (ix) Apartments – Play Facilities (including footpaths/open space/roads etc) is not Requirements relating to Play Facilities within acceptable and it will be required that they are set apartment schemes are set out in Section 8.2.8.5. within the existing boundary on site. The provision of windows (particularly at first floor level) within the side elevation of extensions adjacent to public open 8.2.3.4 Additional Accommodation in space will be encouraged in order to promote passive Existing Built-up Areas surveillance. 8 Roof alterations/expansions to main roof profiles - (i) Extensions to Dwellings changing the hip-end roof of a semi-detached house to a gable/‘A’ frame end or ‘half-hip’ for example - will First floor rear extensions will be considered on their be assessed against a number of criteria including: merits, noting that they can often have potential for negative impacts on the amenities of adjacent • Careful consideration and special regard to the properties, and will only be permitted where the character and size of the structure, its position Planning Authority is satisfied that there will be on the streetscape and proximity to adjacent no significant negative impacts on surrounding structures. residential or visual amenities. In determining • Existing roof variations on the streetscape. applications for first floor extensions the following factors will be considered: • Distance/contrast/visibility of proposed roof end.

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• Harmony with the rest of the structure, adjacent for a quality visual environment with adequate open structures and prominence. space arrangements required and considered at the discretion of the Planning Authority. Dormer extensions to roofs will be considered with regard to impacts on existing character and form, Any proposed external structures, such as fire escapes and the privacy of adjacent properties. The design, should be clearly indicated in the planning application dimensions and bulk of any roof proposal relative to to ensure any such structures would not have a the overall size of the dwelling and gardens will be negative impact on visual and adjoining residential the overriding considerations. Dormer extensions amenities or detract from the historic value of (whether for functional roof space or light access) Protected Structures or ACA’s. In the event that shall generally not form a dominant part of a roof. external fire escapes may be required, the applicant The extension shall be set back from the eaves, gables should discuss specifications with the Fire Officer prior and/or party boundaries. Consideration may be given to lodging a planning application, only the possible to dormer extensions proposed up to the ridge level visual / residential amenity impacts will be assessed of a house, but in all cases no dormer extension shall through the Planning process. be higher than the existing ridge height of the house. (iii) ‘Family Member/Granny’ Flat Extension The proposed quality of materials/finishes for dormers will be considered carefully as this can greatly improve A ‘Family’ or ‘Granny’ flat refers to a temporary sub- their appearance. The level and type of glazing division of a single dwelling - often by adding an within a dormer structure should have regard to extension to the dwelling or converting an attached existing window treatments and fenestration of the garage - for a subsidiary element, for use by a member dwelling. Particular care will be taken in evaluating of the immediate family (e.g. elderly parent) but large dormer window structures - due to potential not as a fully independent dwelling. These will be excessive overlooking of adjacent properties and the assessed against the criteria applied to ‘normal’ possibility of visual dominance when viewed from the domestic extensions. The Planning Authority will surroundings. generally consider such sub-division and/or extension favourably subject to ensuring no negative impacts Roof light windows and roof level windows (including on the integrity of the primary dwelling. Applications dormers) that convert into or create a balcony/ for granny / family flats within the rural area will be balconette are not encouraged. assessed under the provisions of Section 8.2.3.6(vi). More innovative design responses will be encouraged, Proposals should be: particularly within sites where there may be difficulty adhering to the above guidance. • Interlinked with the primary dwelling and capable of being readily subsumed back into same. (ii) Sub-Division of Dwellings • Such that the Planning Authority is satisfied that The sub-division of existing dwellings into two or more there is a valid justification for the proposal in use dwelling units will be encouraged in circumstances terms. where it would contribute to maintaining a viable Permission will normally be on condition that: community in an area, is in a location well served with amenities and where the existing dwelling is of an • The flat can be subsumed back into the main appropriate size. dwelling when it is no longer required. The maximum number of units in any proposed sub- • It shall not be let or sold, other than as an intrinsic division will depend upon the characteristics of the part of the overall property. area, the suitability of the dwelling for sub-division, • Where the owner wishes it to remain subdivided availability of services, parking, private amenity space, on a permanent basis, an application shall be made privacy and other factors. Permission to sub-divide for sub-division which will be assessed on the into apartments will not normally be granted unless more demanding criteria as would be applied to a the average unit size for a one-bedroom unit is at least 8 separate dwelling house. 45sq.m. gross floor area. Conversions must not detract from adjoining/existing residential amenity (in (iv) Detached Habitable Room terms of overlooking, significant loss of landscaping, This can provide useful ancillary accommodation such high site coverage) or negative visual impact on the as a playroom, gym or study for the main residence. It streetscape or on neighbouring properties. should be modest in floor area and scale, relative to Sub-division will not usually be a feasible proposition the main house and remaining rear garden area. The in modern suburban estates of two storey houses, applicant will be required to demonstrate that neither but may be appropriate in larger than average family- the design nor the use of the proposed structure will sized dwellings in old houses or larger apartments, detract from the residential amenity of adjoining and will only be allowed where appropriate car property or the main house. parking is provided in accordance with the Council’s Any such structure shall not be to provide residential car parking requirements set-out in Table 8.2.3. accommodation for a family member/ granny flat. Design and landscaping shall be of a high standard

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• Use of first floor/apex windows on gables close to boundaries overlooking roads and open spaces for visual amenity and passive surveillance. It is also recognised that these sites may offer the potential for the development of elderly persons accommodation of more than one unit. This would allow the elderly to remain in their community in secure and safe accommodation. At the discretion of the Planning Authority there may be some relaxation in private open space and car parking standards for this type of proposal.

(vi) Backland Development Backland residential development usually involves the establishment of a new single dwelling, and a building line to the rear of an existing line of houses. Residential development within the boundary of larger detached houses does not constitute backland development and will not be assessed as such. Where the Planning Authority accepts the general principle of backland residential development to the rear of smaller, more confined sites within the existing built- up area, the following standards will apply: • Generally be single storey in height to avoid overlooking. (v) Corner/Side Garden Sites • Adequate vehicular access of a lane width of 3.7m Corner site development refers to sub-division of must be provided to the proposed dwelling (3.1m an existing house curtilage to provide an additional at pinch points) to allow easy passage of large dwelling in existing built up areas. In these cases the vehicles such as fire tenders or refuse collection Planning Authority will have regard to the following vehicles. parameters (Refer also to Section 8.2.3.4(vii)): • A wider entrance may be required to a backland • Size, design, layout, relationship with existing development to or from a narrow laneway. dwelling and immediately adjacent properties. • Existing dwelling and proposed dwellings shall • Impact on the amenities of neighbouring residents. have minimum individual private open spaces of • Accommodation standards for occupiers. 48 sq.m. each - exclusive of parking - for one/two bedroom units or 60 sq.m. plus for three/four or • Development Plan standards for existing and more bedroom units. proposed dwellings. • Proposed single storey backland dwelling shall be • Building lines followed where appropriate. located not less than 15 metres from the rear façade • Car parking for existing and proposed dwellings. of the existing dwelling, and with a minimum rear • Side/gable and rear access/maintenance space. garden depth of 7 metres. • Private open space for existing and proposed • Proposed two storey backland dwellings shall dwellings. be located not less than 22 metres from the rear façade of the existing dwelling where windows • Level of visual harmony, including external finishes of habitable first floor rooms directly face each 8 and colours. other. Proposed two-storey backland dwellings • Larger corner sites may allow more variation in should have a minimum rear garden depth for the design, but more compact detached proposals proposed dwelling of 11 metres. should more closely relate to adjacent dwellings. A Where there is potential to provide backland modern design response may, however, be deemed development at more than one site/property in a more appropriate in certain areas in order to avoid particular area, the Planning Authority will seek a pastiche development. to encourage the amalgamation of adjoining • Side gable walls as side boundaries facing corners sites/properties in order to provide for a more in estate roads are not considered acceptable. comprehensive backland development. Piecemeal Appropriate boundary treatments should be backland development with multiple vehicular access provided both around the site and between the points will not be encouraged. existing and proposed dwellings. Existing boundary treatments should be retained where possible.

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determining applications for residential development in the 0/0 zone.

(ix) ‘Living-Over-The-Shop’ In encouraging the residential use of the upper floors of commercial properties in established retail/ commercial areas - including the districts of Dún Laoghaire, Blackrock, Dundrum, Glasthule, Dalkey, Sandycove and Monkstown - the Council will consider possible dispensations from normal standards to facilitate ‘Living-Over-The-Shop’ developments that will contribute positively to the renewal of areas provided any proposed modifications will not have a negative impact on visual amenities or the existing streetscape. • Derogations for older commercial buildings in appropriate cases may be given in respect of private open space, parking, and unit size standards. • Derogations for car parking may be allowed in acceptable existing town/central locations at the discretion of the Planning Authority.

(vii) Infill (x) Mews Lane Development New infill development shall respect the height The principle of mews development will generally be and massing of existing residential units. Infill acceptable when located on a lane that: development shall retain the physical character of the • Is already developed to such an extent that further area including features such as boundary walls, pillars, development would have to be regarded as infill. gates/gateways, trees, landscaping, and fencing or railings. • Is already adequately serviced and surfaced from the site to the public road, with a suitable This shall particularly apply to those areas that underlying base to cater for the expected traffic exemplify Victorian era to early-mid 20th century volumes. suburban ‘Garden City’ planned settings and estates that do not otherwise benefit from Architectural • Has a legally acceptable agreement between Conservation Area status or similar. (Refer also owners or interested parties who intend to to Section 8.2.3.4 (v) corner/side garden sites for bring the laneway to standards and conditions - development parameters, Policy AR5, Section 6.1.3.5 particularly in terms of services, road surfacing and and Policy AR8, Section 6.1.3.8). public lighting - suitable to be taken-in-charge by the Council. The onus will be on the applicant(s) to (viii) 0/0 Zone demonstrate that they have a consensus of owners Locations have been identified on the Development or interested parties. Plan maps where no increase in the number of • Where the Council is likely to be able to provide buildings will normally be permitted. Such locations services and where owners can be levied to allow include areas in the vicinity of the coastline where the Council to service the sites. density controls are considered appropriate in the interests of preserving their special amenity. • Has been identified as being suitable for such development on the County Development Plan Many of these locations are however, within close Maps or within a Local Area Plan. 8 proximity of the DART line where higher densities would normally be permitted and promoted. The principle of mews development on a particular Small scale, sensitive infill development may be laneway will NOT generally be accepted where: considered in these areas on suitable sites where such • The length of all or most of the adjoining rear development would not detract from the character gardens on the side of the lane concerned is less of the area either visually or by generating traffic than 25 metres1 or volumes that would cause potential congestion issues which would, in turn, necessitate road widening or • Where, particularly in a commercial area, the lane other significant improvements. is likely to be required by the frontage buildings for access or the area adjoining the lane is required for Aspects such as site coverage and proximity to expansion. boundaries, impacts on drainage, loss of landscaping, the existing pattern of developments, density and excavation impacts will also be critically assessed in 1 Exceptions may be allowed in the case of conversion of existing two-storey structures in sound condition and of particular architectural or townscape value.

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Where the Planning Authority accepts the principle of connectivity to and from the development as part of residential development on a particular laneway, the the Development Management process. following standards will generally apply: Reduced standards from the above may be acceptable, • Development will be confined to single units in one particularly in cases of conversion of existing two or two storeys of modest size and the separation storey structures in sound condition and of particular distance between the rear façade of the existing architectural and/or townscape value. main structure (onto the front road) and the rear Applications should clearly state the requirements mews structure should normally be a minimum and method statement for bin storage and collection, of 20 metres and not less than 15 metres, or not car parking, access and similar details. less than 22 metres where first floor windows of habitable rooms directly face each other. (xi) Institutional Lands • Setting back of dwellings and boundary walls may Where no demand for an alternative institutional be required dependant on existing building lines, use is evident or foreseen, the Council may permit lane width, character and parking/access. alternative uses subject to the area’s zoning objectives • Dwellings and boundary walls may be required and the open character of the lands being retained. to reflect the scale, height, materials and finish of There are still a number of large institutions in existing walls and buildings, particularly where the established suburbs of the County which may old coach houses and two storey structures are be subject to redevelopment pressures in the involved. coming years. The principal aims of any eventual • All parking provision in mews laneways should redevelopment of these lands will be to achieve a be in off-street garages, integral garages (car sustainable amount of development while ensuring ports), forecourts or courtyards, and conditions the essential setting of the lands and the integrity of to ‘de-exempt’ garage conversions will normally the main buildings are retained. In order to promote be attached. At least one off-street parking space a high standard of development a comprehensive per dwelling will generally be required. Where two masterplan should accompany a planning application spaces can be reasonably accommodated these for institutional sites. Such a masterplan must should be provided. Part set-backs of frontage adequately take account of the built heritage and for on-street parallel parking may be considered natural assets of a site and established recreational depending on lane width and structure types. use patterns. Public access to all or some of the lands may be required. Every planning application lodged on • Each dwelling shall generally have a private open institutional lands shall clearly demonstrate how they space area of not less than circa 48 sq.m. exclusive conform with the agreed masterplan for the overall of car parking area. A financial contribution in lieu site. Should any proposed development deviate from of public open space provision may be required. the agreed masterplan then a revised masterplan • Where dwellings are permitted on both sides of a shall be agreed with the Planning Authority. lane, habitable room windows must be set out to A minimum open space provision of 25% of the minimise direct overlooking of each other where total site area (or a population based provision in less than 9 metres apart. accordance with Section 8.2.8.2 whichever is the • Vehicular entrance widths shall be a minimum but greater) will be required on Institutional Lands. This sufficient to provide for proper vehicular turning provision must be sufficient to maintain the open movements allowing for laneway width and for character of the site - with development proposals pedestrian visibility. built around existing features and layout, particularly by reference to retention of trees, boundary walls and Minimum lane width requirements are: other features as considered necessary by the Council. • Up to 6 dwellings: Adequate vehicular access of a The required 25% open space requirement may lane width of circa 3.7 metres must be provided to be relaxed on certain sites where higher densities the proposed dwellings - 3.1m at pinch points – to 8 would be encouraged, such as sites proximate to allow easy passage of large vehicles such as fire public transport corridors and where there is existing tenders or refuse collection vehicles. parkland located adjacent to the subject site. Any such • Up to 20 dwellings: Width of 4.8 metres subject to relaxation will be considered on a case-by-case basis a maximum length of 300 metres. Short lengths of and its principle agreed at pre-planning stage. narrow width may be acceptable where there will In addition to the provision of adequate open space, be no frontage access to those lengths. on Institutional Lands where existing school uses will All mews laneways will be considered to be shared be retained, any proposed residential development surfaces and footpaths need not necessarily be shall have regard to the future needs of the school provided. If external street/security lighting is and allow sufficient space to be retained adjacent warranted, only a minimal level and wall-mounted to the school for possible future school expansion/ type(s) may need to be provided. Opportunities redevelopment. should be undertaken to improve permeability and

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(xii) Student Accommodation cycle parking and associated showers and locker, All proposals for student accommodation should leisure facilities, car parking and amenity. comply with the Department of Education and Science • The architectural quality of the design and also the Guidelines on Residential Development for Third Level external layout, with respect to materials, scale, Students (1999), the subsequent supplementary height and relationship to adjacent structures. document (2005) and the ‘Student Accommodation Internal layouts should take cognisance of the need Scheme’, Office of Revenue Commissioner (2007) - for flexibility for future possible changes of use. dealing with matters arising from the Guidelines and providing clarity in relation to definitions of ‘students’ • The number of existing similar facilities in the area. and ‘educational institutions’ and recommendations In assessing a proposal for student accommodation in relation to minimum bed-space and other similar the planning authority will take cognisance of the requirements. amount of student accommodation which exists in the locality and will resist the over-concentration Given the growth in recent years of the number of third of such schemes in any one area in the interests of level students, together with the planned expansion sustainable development and residential amenity. of the County’s major educational facilities, there is a demand for specific residential accommodation • In all schemes the applicants will be required to to cater for this need. The Council will support the provide a written documentary confirmation for a provision of on-campus accommodation and may ‘Qualifying Lease’ as defined in the Guidelines on also permit student accommodation off-campus. Residential Developments for Third Level Students published by the Department of Education and When dealing with planning applications for such Science in 1999 and - noting the supplementary developments a number of criteria will be taken into review document in 2005 - to prove that the account including: accommodation is let to students within the 8 • The location and accessibility to Educational academic year. Facilities and the proximity to existing or planned No social/affordable housing will be required public transport corridors, cycle and pedestrian in instances where it is proposed that student routes and green routes (1km distance from the accommodation is to be provided on the campus of a boundary of a Third Level Institution). recognised third level institution. • The potential impact on residential amenities. All permissions for student housing shall have a Full cognisance will be taken of the need to condition attached requiring planning permission for protect existing residential amenities particularly a change of use from student accommodation to other in applications for larger scale student type of accommodation. Future applications for this accommodation, and such accommodation will not type of change of use will be resisted except where be permitted where it would have a detrimental it is demonstrated that continuing over-provision of effect. student accommodation exists in the County. • The level and quality of on-site facilities, including storage facilities, waste management, covered

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(xiii) Nursing Homes for the Elderly/Assisted and may only permit such developments where the Living Accommodation existing dwelling is beyond repair due to structural When dealing with planning applications for such defects. For all applications relating to replacement developments a number of criteria will be taken into dwellings, a strong justification / rationale shall be account including: provided by the applicant. • Such facilities will be resisted in remote locations at Applications for replacement dwellings shall also a remove from urban areas. They should be located have regard to Policies AR5 and AR8 (Sections 6.1.3.5 into established neighbourhoods / residential and 6.1.3.8). In this regard, the retention and reuse areas well served by community infrastructure of an existing structure will be encouraged over and amenities. Future residents should expect replacing a dwelling. Applications for replacement reasonable access to local services such as shops dwelling within the rural area will be assessed under and community facilities. the provision of Section 8.2.3.6(iv). • The potential impact on residential amenities of adjoining properties. 8.2.3.5 Residential Development - General • Adequate provision of open space (Refer also to Requirements Section 8.2.8.2 (ii)). • Provision of adequate parking facilities (Refer also (i) Road and Footpath Requirements to Section 8.2.4.5). The requirements set down in the Council’s ‘Development Works in Residential and Industrial • The design and proposed materials. Areas’ - Guidance Document, the Council’s ‘Taking in • The size and scale of the proposal must be Charge Policy Document’ (2011 – updated 2013) and ‘The appropriate to the area. Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets’ (DMURS) (2013), will generally apply. Where an innovative layout • Located within close proximity of high quality is accepted by the Planning Authority variations to public transport links and the site should be well these requirements may be accepted. In allowing any served by good footpath links. deviation in the general requirements the primary Individual dwelling units within established consideration will be the safety of pedestrians and residential areas may also be considered under the access for emergency vehicles. provisions of infill/garden site development (Refer Dished kerbs shall be provided at junctions to facilitate also to Section 8.2.3.4(v)) particularly where there people with ease of movement. is insufficient land availability for larger housing/ nursing home development and there is a need (ii) Habitable Room Sizes to provide alternative accommodation for older people wanting to downsize but remain within their The minimum size of habitable rooms for houses/ community. apartments/and flats shall conform with appropriate National guidelines/ standards in operation at the date (xiv) Demolition and Replacement Dwellings of application for planning permission, including the minimum dimensions as set out in ‘Sustainable Urban The Council will sometimes state a preference to Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments’ and retain existing houses that, while not Protected ‘Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities: Best Structures, do have their own merit and/or contribute Practice Guidelines for Delivering Homes Sustaining beneficially to the area in terms of visual amenity, Communities’ (2007). character and/or accommodation type. Demolition of an existing house in single occupancy (iii) Naming of Residential Estates and replacement with multiple new build units will not Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown place names are an be considered simply on the grounds of replacement important part of the County’s cultural heritage and numbers only, but will be weighed against other reflect local history from ancient times to the present. 8 factors. Better alternatives to comprehensive It is Council policy, therefore, that the naming of demolition of, for example, a distinctive detached streets and residential estates shall reflect local place dwelling and its landscaped gardens, may be to names or local people of note, heritage, language construct structures around the established dwelling or topographical features as appropriate, and shall and seek to retain characteristic site elements. incorporate old place names from the locality as In larger proposals for demolition of existing much as possible. Bi-lingual and Irish-language signs structures, the balance between the greater energy will be mandatory. The applicant should ensure that efficiency ratios of the new build, its size for running the chosen place name for a new development is not costs/impacts, and resources used for its construction already in use within the County. - and those of the existing dwelling and the ‘embodied energy’ lost in its demolition, will be considered. (iv) Phased Development It is policy of the Planning Authority that no large The Planning Authority will assess single replacement developments over 100 residential units shall be dwellings within an urban area on a case by case basis

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permitted unless it can be demonstrated that (vii) Hours of Construction adequate provisions for specified physical and social All planning applications shall submit details in relation infrastructural requirements, including: roads, sewers, to hours of construction/site operation hours for the water mains, community, recreational and sporting proposed development. (Refer to Section 8.2.9.5 and facilities (indoor and outdoor), public transport, first http://www.dlrcoco.ie/aboutus/councildepartments/ and second level schools and shops are available wasteservices/reportit/noisepollution/). at completion to support development. A phasing schedule for any such development shall be submitted with a planning application. 8.2.3.6 Rural Housing

(v) Management Companies and Taking in The Council’s policy position in respect of the Charge management of ‘one-off’ housing in the rural parts of In residential developments which are not proposed the County is clearly set out under Policy RES17, Section to be taken-in-charge by the Council, evidence will be 2.1.4.1. The Council generally seeks to protect the rural required that Management Companies are to be set character of the countryside and foster sustainable up by time of completion of the estate, and of which development. In pursuance of these objectives the membership shall be compulsory for all purchasers Council’s position in relation to ‘one-off’ houses is of property. If a development (or part thereof) is essentially restrictive and precautionary. to be taken-in-charge by the Council a site layout Development proposals will be evaluated in plan clearly indicating those areas to be taken-in- accordance with the following criteria: charge and those areas to remain the responsibility of a properly established management company Within areas designated with zoning Objective ‘G’ - shall be submitted with the planning application. “To protect and improve high amenity areas”, dwellings In this regard, the applicant shall have regard to the will only be permitted on suitable sites where the Department of the Environment, Community and applicant can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Local Governments document ‘Taking in Charge of Planning Authority that: Residential Developments Circular Letter PD 1/08’. • There is genuine requirement for housing in the area because their principal employment is 8 (vi) Bonds in agriculture, hill farming or a local enterprise To ensure the satisfactory completion of development directly related to the area’s amenity potential. works, such as roads, surface water drainage, public The proposed development will have no potential lighting and open space, including the protection of • negative impact for the area in such terms as visual trees, on a site which has been the subject of a grant prominence or impacts on views and prospects, or of permission, a bond or cash lodgement may be the natural or built heritage. required until the development has been satisfactorily completed. The bond or cash lodgement may be Within areas designated with zoning Objective ‘B’ - sequestered in part or in its entirety at the discretion “To protect and improve rural amenity and to provide of the Planning Authority where the development for the development of agriculture”, dwellings will only has not been satisfactorily completed. The amount of be permitted on suitable sites where: such bond or cash lodgement will be determined by • Applicants can establish to the satisfaction of the the Planning Authority. Planning Authority a genuine need to reside in

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proximity to their employment (such employment • Acceptable visual impact of the development in being related to the rural community), or relation the surrounding countryside and dwellings / structures / features in the vicinity. • Applicants can establish to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority a genuine need for an • The site must be capable of accommodating all additional dwelling in the rural area and who are proposed structures together with the required native to the area due to having spent substantial wastewater treatment system. periods of their lives living in the area as members • No other adverse impact on the environment. of the rural community and have close family ties with the rural community (in accordance with • Satisfactory capacity of the access road/lane Section 3.2.3 ‘Rural Generated Housing’ of the serving the proposed site. ‘Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning • Adequate car parking and manoeuvring space on Authorities’ 2005). site and suitable vehicular access. In addition to the above specific requirements • Satisfactory screening/shelter. in response to the varying degrees of protection afforded to the different rural zonings the Planning • Protection of residential amenity were appropriate. Authority will be obliged, under the provisions of • Satisfactory relationship to any nearby dwelling. Circular SP5/08, to subject appropriate applications – involving employment or the operation of a business • The adequacy of infrastructure to serve the – to the following considerations: proposed development. • That applicants will be required to satisfy the • No adverse impact on heritage items, sites and Planning Authority of their commitment to operate areas. a full-time business from their proposed home in a rural area as part of their planning application (to (ii) Design discourage commuting to towns and cities). A general rural design guide has been provided in Appendix 11. The Planning Authority will however, • That applicants will be required to outline how produce a more comprehensive and informative their proposed business will contribute to and guide over the lifetime of this Plan. Until such time enhance the rural community. as a full guidance document has been produced, all • That applicants will be required to satisfy the applications for rural dwellings and extensions should Planning Authority that the nature of their have regard to the guidance provided below and employment or business is compatible with within Appendix 11. those specified in the local needs criteria for rural Suburban-type and/or ribbon development is not areas (in order to discourage applicants whose acceptable in rural areas. The Planning Authority will business is not location dependant e.g. telesales or generally require new dwellings to be set well back telemarketing). from the road. The building line will be determined by In all cases, the applicant shall submit the following local topography and existing and natural features. details with Planning Applications for residential The traditional field pattern should be preserved and development within a rural area: roadside and field boundary hedges retained and/ • A map showing all existing family owned properties or reinstated. There will generally be an emphasis and lands. on retaining existing roadside and other boundaries, and any other attractive natural/man-made features • A rationale as to why a particular site has been chosen for development. • A strong justification in relation to the need for an additional dwelling in the rural area. • A rationale clearly outlining why a family flat would 8 not be suitable. • Documentary evidence to show how the applicant complies with rural housing policy. • A site suitability report in relation to waste water treatment.

(i) Suitable Sites The suitability of a rural site for any development will be evaluated according to the following criteria: • The landscape must be suitable to accommodate the proposed development.

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that are characteristic of the site or surroundings. A and other relevant Council guidelines including the native tree planting scheme will generally be required Glencullen Local Area Plan Rural Design Guide and the in order to enhance rural amenity. Access roads and Rural Design Guide set out in Appendix 11. driveways should respect site contours. Recessed gateways should be constructed in local materials and (iii) Occupancy in a style indigenous to the area. Where permission is granted for dwellings in rural The Planning Authority will not insist on the use of areas it will be normal practice for the Planning particular architectural styles but will generally expect Authority to stipulate by condition that the applicant visually similar/sympathetic appearance in areas enter into an agreement under Section 47 of the where there is an accepted vernacular. The Glencullen Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, Local Area Plan Rural Design Guide, in particular, restricting occupation of the dwelling for a period of provides some considered guidance and direction 7 years to the applicant, or to other such persons as in relation to principles of good siting in rural areas agreed by the Planning Authority. and also details of vernacular design. Much of this material would have application to other rural parts (iv) Replacement Dwelling - Rural of the County beyond the Glencullen Plan area and In applications for replacement dwelling; the primary should be consulted together with the Rural Design considerations will be: Guide set out in Appendix 11. • The potential negative visual impacts on the A design which is incompatible with site conditions, surrounding properties or landscape and other to the extent that it would be dominant, intrusive or negative impacts on the rural amenity - which incongruous in the landscape, will not be permitted. could result from the design, location, layout and Notwithstanding the guidance contained in the size of the proposed dwelling. Glencullen Local Area Plan there are individual • The appropriateness of demolition of the existing circumstances where more modern designed houses structure having regard to its existing setting, age, within rural areas which respect their setting may design and overall contribution to the area. be acceptable. If the Planning Authority considers that there may be a potential visual impact, the • Structures do not necessarily have to be designated application will be requested to submit a visual a Protected Structure to be considered to warrant impact assessment with their application. retention and due regard will be given to an area’s vernacular in terms of both existing and proposed Buildings should not be located on a ridgeline or in an structures. elevated position on a site. The site contours should be respected. Roof types and materials may be controlled • In currently, or recently, occupied dwellings in the interest of visual amenity. proposed for demolition the applicants will be expected to be the owner and occupier to make The Planning Authority will seek to minimise light such an application, provide a statement of some pollution resulting from new development proposals details of their occupancy noting that future within the rural area. applications by the applicant/family may have Buildings and their layouts should meet the regard to same. Where such permission is granted requirements of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown a Section 47 condition relating to occupancy will ‘Guidelines for Sustainable Development’ and the not normally be applied. DoEHLG ‘Sustainable Rural Housing’ Guidelines

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(v) Extensions - Rural of accommodating any additional vehicular Extensions of a reasonable or modest size may movements, or upgraded as deemed necessary by be acceptable, subject to the proposed extension the Planning Authority. respecting the character, scale, and proportions of the existing dwelling, and subject to the availability (vii) Road Frontage of necessary services and protection of the visual Minimum road frontage length for individual new amenities of the area. houses should generally be at least 60 metres in order to preserve the rural or high amenity quality of the (vi) ‘Family Member / Granny’ Flat – Rural area. A family flat is a temporary self-contained living unit with one or (maximum) two bedrooms for a member (viii) Vehicular Entrances of the immediate family to reside in. Family flats can Vehicular entrance gates shall be recessed and the provide a short-to-medium term solution to housing wing walls or fences splayed so as to provide adequate needs within the rural area, particularly in cases sight distances in both directions, depending on where an applicant cannot satisfy rural housing policy the traffic conditions and the characteristics of the or where a native is required to return to live in the roadway at that location. Existing/proposed vehicular rural area in order to care for family members. access points shall be carefully examined, including consideration of landscape and visual amenity aspects, In general a family flat would consist of extending/ as there may be circumstances where it is desirable adapting an existing family dwelling to accommodate to seek alternative positions to avoid removal of their needs. In such cases, a direct link (in the form of substantial lengths of good quality characteristic an internal door) to the main dwelling house would existing boundaries. Front boundary treatments shall be maintained and the unit, when no longer in use as retain, or plant, indigenous hedges, earth banks, or a family flat, would be subsumed back into the fabric provide dry stone walls and similar - depending on the of the main dwelling. typologies common to the area. In exceptional circumstances, the Planning Authority may accept the principle of renovating/restoring and (ix) Waste Water Treatment Systems changing the use of all/part of an existing outbuilding Site assessment and the design of waste water or structure within the curtilage of a family dwelling treatment systems and percolation areas shall for use as a ‘family flat’. Any such proposal would be generally conform with the Environmental Protection strictly controlled and would be assessed on a case- Agency’s ‘Code of Practice: Wastewater Treatment by-case basis. All such developments considered to be and Disposal Systems Serving Single Houses’, (2009) acceptable by the Planning Authority must enter into and the requirements of the Environmental Health a legally binding agreement under the provisions of Office. Section 47 of the Planning Act in respect of the use of A detailed site investigation report, to include the proposed family unit remaining as such and will percolation and water table tests certified by a not be permitted to be sold/let separately from the qualified person, should be provided with the Planning main dwelling. Application and a suitable trial hole should be made A family flat will be subject to the following criteria: available for inspection by the Environmental Health • the flat must not exceed 50 sq.m. in floorspace and/ Office. or comply with rural extensions guidance above. (x) Water Supply • the site must be suitable for development. Where no public water main is available, a potable • the flat must be occupied by an immediate family water supply must be provided in accordance with member and a legal agreement - under the Council requirements. Tests of the proposed drinking provisions of Section 47 of the Act - to this effect water should be carried out accordance with the may be sought by the Planning Authority. When requirements of the Environmental Health Office no longer in use as a family flat, the unit must be and results should be submitted with the Planning 8 subsumed back into the fabric of the main dwelling Application. house. • The flat must be capable of being connected to 8.2.3.7 Rural – Non-Residential the existing wastewater treatment system on the Development site. Where such a system is not sufficiently sized or operating efficiently it must be capable of being As with rural housing, the Council’s position in replaced with a suitable wastewater treatment relation to non-residential rural development is system to serve both the existing house and family again essentially restrictive and precautionary. Any flat. application for non-residential development within • The creation of an additional vehicular access will the rural area will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis not be considered acceptable and the existing and will be assessed having regard to the following: access and parking on site must be capable

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• Compliance of the proposed use with the zoning incorporating good planning and design practice to objective of the site. create low speed environments in urban areas. All work carried out on the public roadway shall meet • The need for such a use within the rural area. the requirements of both the Council’s ‘Taking in • The suitability of the site in accordance with Charge Policy Document’ and ‘Development Works in Section 8.2.3.6 (i). Residential and Industrial Areas’. • Potential negative visual impacts on the On existing roads, traffic management measures may surrounding properties or landscape and for other be required to create a pedestrian and cycle friendly negative impacts on the rural amenity - which environment. Road safety interventions may also be could result from the design, location, layout, size required to create a safe road environment for all road and type of the proposed development. users such as the provision of accessible pedestrian facilities and segregated cycle tracks. • Vehicular access arrangements, parking requirements and potential impacts on the existing To ensure that the needs of all roads users are road network. considered, a Quality Audit may be required for major developments that impact on the road network and • Waste water treatment and drinking water for all new road and traffic schemes. This should be provisions on site. Any unserviced site must comply carried out in accordance with DMURS2 and best UK with the ‘EPA Wastewater Treatment Manuals practice. – Treatment Systems for Small Communities, Business, Leisure Centres and Hotels’ (1999) (or any Potential applicants for planning permission should superseding documents) and the requirements of engage in pre-planning discussions with the Council’s the Environmental Health Office. Transportation Section to ascertain which audits, if any, should be submitted with the application. Further details on the guidance on the audit thresholds can 8.2.3.8 Rural - Temporary Accommodation be found within the ‘Development Management Thresholds Information Document’ (2010-2016) (i) Holiday Caravan and Camping Sites contained in Appendix 10. The Planning Authority recognises the tourist benefits of properly developed sites for holiday home- 8.2.4.2 Traffic and Transport Assessment type caravans, smaller trailer caravans and tents. These sites will generally be permitted in rural areas Where new development has significant car trip zoned ‘B’ where the topography would permit their potential, a detailed assessment of siting without injury to amenity or public health. In rural areas zoned ‘GB’ holiday caravan sites are (i) the transportation systems available and not ‘permitted in principle’ but may be ‘open for (ii) the impact of the proposed development on the consideration’ depending on circumstances. surrounding environment and transportation The Planning Authority regards holiday caravan sites network, as sites for temporary (leisure/tourist) dwellings. The should be appraised through the submission of a layout and servicing of such sites will be required to Traffic and Transport Assessment (TTA), in accordance conform to the standards set out in the Fáilte Ireland – with the National Roads Authority (NRA) ‘Traffic ‘Registration and Renewal of Registration Regulations and Transport Assessment Guidelines’ (2014). The for Caravan and Camping Parks’ (2009). requirements for a TTA should be ascertained at pre- planning stage. Traffic and Transport Assessments shall project forward 5 years and 15 years after opening date 8.2.4 Sustainable Travel and in accordance with the NRA Traffic and Transport 8 Assessment Guidelines and the UK’s Institution of Transport Highways and Transportation Guidelines, and shall, in their analysis, consider all major road and traffic schemes and existing and proposed developments in an area (Refer also to Appendix 10). 8.2.4.1 Traffic Management and Road Safety

The road layout of new residential, commercial and/or mixed-use developments shall be designed in accordance with DMURS which seeks to create self-enforcing 30km/h zones. This Manual sets out 2 The Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets Quality Audits generally consist of a number of individual and overlapping audits that may include: design guidance and standards for constructing new, an audit of visual quality; a review of how the street is/may be used by the community; a road safety audit, including a risk assessment; an access audit; and reconfiguring existing, urban roads and streets, a walking audit; a cycle audit; a non-motorised user audit; a community street audit (in existing streets); and a place check audit.

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8.2.4.3 Travel Plans the Local Authority considers may have significant travel implications. A Travel Plan (formerly Mobility Management The National Transport Authority (NTA) document Plan) is an effective instrument used utilising the ‘Achieving Effective Workplace Travel Plans Guidance provision of sustainable travel infrastructure within for Local Authorities’, (2012) should also be utilised as a development. Travel Plans are applicable to housing it contains valuable information on the recommended developments, workplaces, colleges, schools and contents, targets and indicators of a Travel Plan. hospitals as Travel Plan initiatives relate not only to residents but also to staff, students or visitors Travel Plan measures could include proposals to 8.2.4.4 Street Lighting encourage cycling and walking, cycle parking facilities, car sharing, car pooling, dedicated priority car parking The lighting of roads and public amenity areas shall for car-sharers, flexible working hours, off-peak shift be provided in accordance with the requirements of working, e-working from home, free/subsidised Public Lighting Standards BS5489-1 EN 13201:2013 and bicycles and public transport promotions. further updates. Preparation of a Travel Plan should be considered at In general, for security and road safety reasons, street the earliest possible stage of the planning process (pre- lighting may be provided for car and cycle parking planning) with the Travel Plan demonstrating that it areas, new access roads and along cycle/pedestrian is an integral part of the development. A condition routes within new developments, all as per the will be attached to ensure the Travel Plan features Council requirements. Details of the column height as a central component of the planning permission and spacing, and lantern type, lighting class and lux granted. However, a condition which requires a post levels and energy efficiencies shall be provided. Low 8 decision submission of a Travel Plan will only be used pedestrian lighting bollards (1m to 2m height) are not in exceptional circumstances. recommended along pedestrian routes on electrical safety and maintenance grounds. Where new In general, a Workplace Travel Plan is required if an junctions are created as a result of new developments, existing or proposed development has the potential to additional lighting poles may be required on the employ over 100 persons when fully occupied. Travel public roads opposite the junction. In such cases an Plans are required for all schools (as per Smarter Travel, assessment of the adequacy of the street lighting the National Transport Policy) and for residential should be undertaken with details of light intensity/ developments of 100 dwellings or more (Refer also to lux levels provided. Appendix 10). These thresholds do not preclude the submission of a Travel Plan for developments below the prescribed thresholds, e.g. proposed centres of employment, existing town centres, central areas where expansion/redevelopment is proposed, which

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8.2.4.5 Car Parking Standards for electric vehicles, car sharing clubs or servicing of vehicles. Car parking standards provide a guide on the number In very limited circumstances, the Council may also of required off-street parking spaces acceptable for consider the development of car-free housing on new developments. The principal objective of the suitable small-scale sites which have with high levels application of car parking standards is to ensure that, of public transport accessibility, have convenient and in assessing development proposals, appropriate safe access to local shops and community facilities consideration is given to the accommodation of and/or are located very close to Town Centres. vehicles attracted to the site within the context of Smarter Travel, the Government policy aimed at Those living in car free housing may not be eligible promoting modal shift to more sustainable forms of for on street parking permits where such on street 4 transport. parking exists nearby. The Council considers the application of maximum Where developments incorporate more than one parking standards for non-residential land uses to land-use that are functioning simultaneously - be a key measure in influencing the travel mode e.g. a warehouse containing a large office - the choice for all journeys. Parking provision in excess of cumulative figures applicable to both uses will apply. the maximum standards set out for non-residential Consideration will also be given to grouped and dual- land uses in Table 8.2.4 shall only be permitted in use parking provision in multi-purpose developments exceptional circumstances as described below. where it can be clearly demonstrated that peak demands do not coincide, especially where day and For non-residential developments a separate package night uses are involved, e.g. childcare service and an of parking standards in column three of Table evening community facility. 8.2.4 have been set for certain specific land uses in designated areas alongside public transport corridors. The Planning Authority may require the maximum This applies to developments located within a 1km number of car parking spaces specified in Tables 8.2.3 catchment of a Priority 1 Quality Bus Corridor3, a Luas, and 8.2.4 to be further reduced where it is considered Bus Rapid Transit or DART station/stop and within a that the surrounding road network is not sufficient to 500m catchment of an existing bus priority scheme. cater for the volume of traffic likely to be generated by the proposed development. Reduced car parking standards for any development (residential and non-residential) may be acceptable In locations where the highest intensity of dependant on: development occurs - main urban centres and rail stations for example - an approach that caps car • The location of the proposed development and parking on an area-wide basis may be applied. The use specifically its proximity to Town Centres and of such a measure should also be considered at major District Centres and high density commercial/ trip attractors such as large third level institutions. business areas. In the case of any parking standard not specified • The proximity of the proposed development to in Tables 8.2.3 and 8.2.4 - e.g. a Service Garage - the public transport. Planning Authority will determine the specific parking • The precise nature and characteristics of the requirements based both on the merits and location proposed development. of the development and other appropriate parking criteria and characteristics. • Appropriate mix of land uses within and surrounding the proposed development. For residential developments, particularly apartment schemes, car parking spaces associated with residential • The availability of on-street parking controls in the units must be sold off in conjunction with the units immediate area. and not sold separately, or let, to avoid non take-up • The implementation of a Travel Plan for the by residents. As part of mixed-use developments, 8 proposed development where a significant modal parking areas for the residential element must be shift towards sustainable travel modes can be clearly designated and segregated from other non- achieved. residential component parts of the development. There will be circumstances where parking controls • Other agreed special circumstances where it can be may be required to be introduced on access roads and justified on sustainability grounds. parking areas within new developments. Details in Note: In some cases additional parking areas may respect of car parking allocation should be submitted be required in a development to provide parking with Management Schemes and/or taking-in-charge maps submitted as part of a planning application. 3 The NTA’s Greater Dublin Area Draft Transport Strategy 2011-2030 detailed the Stillorgan Road (N11 from the Loughlinstown Roundabout to the City 4 Allowances may be made for people with disabilities who have a Disabled Centre) as a Priority 1 Quality Bus Corridor. Parking Permit

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Table 8.2.3: Residential Land Use - Car Parking Standards Land use Standards Residential Dwelling 1 space per 1-bed unit and per 2-bed unit 2 spaces per 3-bed unit+ (depending on design and location).

Apartments, Flats, Sheltered housing 1 space per 1-bed unit 1.5 spaces per 2-bed unit 2 spaces per 3-bed unit+ (depending on design and location)

The car parking standards set out for residential visitors and these car parking spaces shall be clearly land uses in Table 8.2.3 shall be generally regarded as designated. Visitor car parking, preferably grouped ‘standard’ parking provision. The parking standards within communal parking areas, should be adequately in Table 8.2.3 include spaces for both residents and provided for and reserved only for the use of visitors.

Table 8.2.4: Non Residential Land Use – Maximum Car Parking Standards Designated areas along public Land Use General transport corridors Auditorium, Theatre, Cinema 1 space per 5 seats. 1 space per 5 seats

Amusement Centre, Entertainment 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area. 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area

Bank, Building Societies, Estate 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area Agents, Betting Shop

Bars, Lounges, Function Rooms, 1 space per 20 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 20 sq.m. gross floor area Dance Hall, Private Dance, Clubs, Discotheques, Night-club

Bowling Alley 3 spaces per lane 3 spaces per lane

Cafes, Restaurants, Fast foods 1 space per 15 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 15 sq.m. gross floor area (including such uses in Hotels etc.)

Childcare Services 1 space per 1 staff member 1 space per 1 staff member (including (including set down) set down)

Church, Places of Public Worship 1 space per 5 seats 1 space per 5 seats

College of Higher Education, 1 space per 2 staff and 1 per 15 1 space per staff and 1 per 30 students University students

Conference facility 1 space per 5 seats 1 space per 10 seats

Driving Ranges (Golf) 1 space per 3m of base line 1 space per 3m of base line

Funeral Home 6 spaces per parlour 6 spaces per parlour Golf or Pitch and Putt Courses 2 spaces per hole 2 spaces per hole 8 General Warehousing, Storage 1 space per 100 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 200 sq.m. gross floor area Centre

Health Clinics and Group Medical 2 spaces per consulting room 2 spaces per consulting room Practices – doctor, dentist, vet, consultant

Holiday Caravan Park, Camping, Self 1 space per unit 1 space per unit Catering Accommodation

Hospital 1.5 spaces per bed. 1.5 spaces per bed.

Hostel Accommodation 1 space per 15 bedspaces or 1 space 1 space per 15 bedspaces or 1 space per per bedroom bedroom

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Designated areas along public Land Use General transport corridors Hotel, Motel, Guest House 1 space per bedroom 1 space per 2 bedroom (excluding function rooms, bars, restaurant)

Institutions, Community Centres, 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area Library, Museum, Art Gallery

Manufacturing 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 100 sq.m. gross floor area

Marinas 1 space per berth (excluding visitor 1 space per berth (excluding visitor berths) berths)

Nursing Home, Elderly Persons 1 space per 4 residents 1 space per 4 residents Home, Children’s Home

Offices - Business, Professional 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 75 sq.m. gross floor area to to include parking for visitors include parking for visitors

Primary and Post-Primary Schools 2 spaces per classroom 2 spaces per classroom

Residential Mobile Home Park 1 space per unit 1 space per unit

Retail – Food (Supermarkets) 1 space per 15 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 20 sq.m. gross floor area

Retail - Comparison 1 space per 20 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area

Retails - Shopping Centres & Stores 1 space per 20 sq.m. gross leasable 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross leasable area area

Retail Warehousing in Industrial 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area Areas

Riding Centre, Equestrian Use 1 space per horse 1 space per horse

Science & Technology Based 1 space per 50 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 100 sq.m. gross floor area Industry

Showrooms 1 space per 100 sq.m. gross floor 1 space per 100 sq.m. gross floor area area.

Sports Club/Recreation Centre/ 1 space per 20 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 20 sq.m. gross floor area. Gymnasium

Sports Grounds 15 spaces per pitch plus overflow car 15 spaces per pitch plus overflow car parking to be decided on a case by parking to be decided on a case by case basis for each sports ground. case basis for each sports ground.

Stadia 1 space per 15 seats and 1 coach To be decided on a case-by-case basis space per 500 spectators

Vehicle Service Station 1 space per 275 sq.m. gross floor area 1 space per 275 sq.m. gross floor area

For both residential and non-residential car parking, Where car parking is provided for the development in 4% of car parking spaces provided shall be suitable for an underground car park, access to the car park must 8 use by disabled persons. In particular circumstances be available at all times. the Planning Authority may consider that a higher Variable Message Signage (VMS) may also be required disabled parking content may be required depending for certain developments to indicate the availability of on the nature of development. All disabled parking car parking spaces within large car parking areas. should be clearly marked and suitably sign posted for convenient access. A minimum of 4% of car parking spaces provided 8.2.4.6 Parking and Loading Bays shall be reserved for parent and child parking for commercial, retail, health, childcare, hotels, medical In general, parking bays shall be a minimum 2.4m in and leisure uses, but a higher number may be width and 4.8m in length - with increased dimensions required depending on the nature and location of the required for short-stay retail parking spaces and development. loading/set down parking areas. The configuration whereby double parking bays are placed length to length is discouraged.

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Parking bay widths suitable for people with disabilities parking is provided as an integral part of any new shall be a minimum of 2.4m wide – with a 1.2m buffer development. on both sides - and 6.0m in depth. The availability of appropriate cycle parking facilities Parking bay widths suitable for parent and child at either end of a trip will heavily influence the decision parking shall be a minimum of 3.3m wide, or 5.7m to travel by bicycle in the first instance. The absence of if paired with 0.9m hatching between the parking such facilities, and the consequent risk of vandalism or spaces. theft, has been shown to undermine the investment in the overall cycle network infrastructure. Cycle Parking bays for people with disabilities or parent and parking is an integral part of any cycle network, but it child shall be located on firm, level ground, preferably can also precede any dedicated cycle infrastructure, in at ground floor level, be in close proximity to access order to address the cycle parking needs at the outset points/lifts and avoid potential conflict points such and obliterate the need for retrofitting such provision. as ramps, steps etc. All parking bays should be in accordance with Part M of the Building Regulations. For development, short and long term cycle parking The location of disability or parent and child parking and cycle facilities provision shall be in accordance bays should be highlighted as part of pre-planning with the requirements in the Council Cycling Policy discussions. Guidelines and Standards. This includes details of preferred type of cycle stands, typical layouts and Where there is a need for loading and unloading in the required quantum of showers and lockers for a development, additional parking bays suitable for a development. In the case of any cycle parking loading should be provided in addition to the parking standard not specified in the Cycling Policy, the requirements set out in Table 8.2.4. Planning Authority will determine the parking requirements based both on the merits and location 8 8.2.4.7 Cycle Parking of the development and other appropriate parking criteria and characteristics. The Council’s proactive promotion of cycling has, Where cycle parking cannot be conveniently provided at its core, the objective of providing alternatives to within the development, a financial contribution the private car and encouraging more sustainable of €500 per cycle parking stand will be required to means of travel. A significant step in this process is provide alternative on-street cycle parking provision to improve the provision, safety, convenience and in the vicinity of the development. general environment for cycling by ensuring that the Consideration should be given to requiring the needs of cyclists are fully taken into account in the provision of cycle parking-related directional signage, development process. To help promote cycle use, the in particular for storage and commercial parking quantum of good quality cycle parking needs to be facilities. Bike lockers, showers & changing rooms increased. It is important that adequate secure cycle should be available at final destination storage facilities (private).

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For short-term cycle parking (e.g. for customers or length of 5.5m depth to ensure the parked car does visitors), cycle parking is required at ground level. not overhang onto the existing public footway and a This should be located within 25m of the destination minimum width of 3.0m to allow for clearance from in an area of good passive surveillance. Weather nearby wall/steps/boundary. protected covered facilities should be considered Proper provision shall be made for sightlines at the exit where appropriate. Appropriate cycle parking signage from driveways in accordance with the requirements may also be required to direct cyclists to the end in DMURS and as appropriate to the particular road destination. type and speed being accessed. For long-term cycle parking (e.g. for more than 3 hours Automatic electronic gates into residential for residents, staff, students), secure covered cycle developments are not favoured, and should be parking is a requirement. This should be conveniently omitted. Electronic or automatic gates are not located within 50m of the destination and located acceptable in terms of road safety unless the entrance near building access points where possible. It may is set back 6.0m from the back of the footway to avoid be a requirement to provide showers, changing the roadway or footway being obstructed by a vehicle facilities, lockers and clothes drying facilities, for use while the gate is opening. In general outward opening by staff that walk or cycle to work. CCTV cameras gates will not be considered acceptable. or passive surveillance of car parks and cycle parks may be required for personal safety and security (ii) Visual and Physical Impacts considerations. Vehicular entrances and on-curtilage parking should All cycle facilities in multi-storey car parks shall be at not normally dominate a property’s frontage. In areas ground floor level and completely segregated from characterised predominantly by pedestrian entrances vehicular traffic. Cyclists should also have designated and few, if any, vehicular entrances, proposals for entry and exit routes at the car park and with driveways and on-curtilage parking will be assessed on minimum headroom of 2.4m to facilitate access by their own merits but should be resisted. Applications cyclists. for double-width entrances will normally be resisted. Within larger new developments cycle routes shall Impacts on features like boundary walls and pillars, link to the existing cycle network where possible and roadside grass verges and trees outside properties and maintain a high degree of permeability through will require to be considered, and entrances may be developments. Cycle Audits may be required in such relocated to avoid these. Any boundary walls, entrance developments. piers and gates and railings shall normally be finished to harmonise in colour, texture, height and size to match the existing streetscape. 8.2.4.8 Motorcycle Parking There can be negative cumulative effects from the It is an objective of the Council to require developments removal or creation of front boundary treatments to provide motorcycle parking spaces at a minimum and roadside elements in terms of area character of four or more spaces per 100 car parking spaces. and appearance, pedestrian safety, on-street parking, drainage and bio-diversity – and these will be assessed The type of motor cycle stand and typical parking in the consideration of applications. layout should be in accordance with the Council’s Cycling Policy Guidelines and Standards with a Proposals for off street parking need to be balanced spacing of 1.0m to allow the parking of one motor against loss of amenity (visual and physical) and will cycle per stand. be considered in light of overall traffic flows and car parking in the vicinity.

8.2.4.9 Vehicular Entrances and (iii) Driveways/Hardstanding Areas Hardstanding Areas A minimum of one third of front garden areas should 8 be maintained in grass or landscaped. In the case of smaller properties - such as small terraced dwellings (i) General Specifications – this requirement may be relaxed. Each driveway, Vehicle entrances and exits shall be designed to parking and hardstanding area shall be constructed avoid traffic hazard for pedestrians and passing in accordance with SuDS and include measures to traffic. Where a new entrance onto a public road is prevent drainage from the driveway entering onto the proposed, the Council will have regard to the road public. Where gravel is proposed for driveway, parking and footway layout, the traffic conditions on the road and hardstanding areas, it shall be contained in such a and available sightlines and will impose appropriate way to ensure that it does not transfer on to the public conditions in the interest of public safety. In general, road or footpath on road safety grounds. for a single residential dwelling, the maximum width of an entrance is 3.5m. For a shared entrance for (iv) ACAs/Protected Structures two residential dwellings, this may be increased to Boundary features such as walls, railings and gardens a maximum width of 4.0m. Each car parking space contribute to character and setting of Protected for a residential dwelling shall have a minimum

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All other criteria for car parking within Section 8.2.4.9 shall also apply to parking within ACA’s/Protected Structures.

(v) Financial Contributions Where an existing on-street car parking space requires removal to facilitate a new or widened vehicular entrance, and cannot be conveniently relocated within the public domain, then a financial contribution will be required in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Transportation Section and Water Services Department. Likewise, where a tree, located on-street, requires removal to facilitate a new or widened vehicular entrance and cannot be conveniently relocated within the public domain then a financial contribution will be required in lieu.

(vi) Access Across Public Open Space The Planning Authority will not normally grant permission for a development which requires or entails vehicular access over public open space or a non-paved route. The applicant would be required to clearly indicate the necessary right of way or entitlement to carry out the proposed works.

8.2.4.10 Design of Underground and Multi- Structures and those areas which have been identified Storey Car Parks as ACAs and cACAs. Poorly designed off-street parking which involves the removal of boundary walls, gate Multi-storey or underground basement car parks shall piers, railings and gates can have an effect on the generally meet the requirements set out in the UK’s setting and appreciation of the building, groups of Institution of Structural Engineers booklet entitled buildings and the wider streetscape and will not ‘Design Recommendations for Multi Storey and generally be permitted. Underground Car Park Fourth Edition’ (2011) and any subsequent updates. In areas characterised predominately by pedestrian entrances, new or widened vehicular entrances will Multi-storey or underground car parks shall be well lit be resisted. Where existing rear site vehicular access and brightly painted, with CCTV cameras provided to exists or can be easily provided, off-street parking to ensure personal safety and security. In general, one- the front will generally not be permitted. way traffic routing is preferred. A splayed entrance with a 6.0m flat area shall be provided at the exit All proposals for off-street parking will be considered point from a basement car park onto a main road on a case-by-case basis and should: with adequate pedestrian and vehicular sightlines • Minimise loss of original boundary treatment. available in each direction. Sufficient headroom clearance (minimum 2.4m) should be provided to • Retain a significant amount of soft landscaping allow access for cyclists and high mobility vehicles and planting to reduce the visual impact of the for the mobility impaired. In car parks which include parked car. The vehicular entrance and hard- cul-de-sac parking, a maximum length of 6 parking 8 standing area should not dominate a property’s spaces may be considered acceptable. forecourt or result in the loss of traditional finishes such as granite setts and flags. In larger developments consideration shall be given to specific access and egress routes for cyclists including • Provide surface treatments of a high quality segregated routes or bicycle lifts. Cycle parking shall using traditional materials compatible with the generally be at the upper level of any basement car surrounding context. Bituminous and concrete park and located close to lifts or stairwells. Clearly surfacing are not acceptable. marked well-lit pedestrian routes shall be identified • Where favourable site conditions exist minimum within underground and multi-storey car parks. intervention, integration and reuse of materials One-way signal-controlled ramps or car lifts are will be the key considerations. generally not acceptable for maintenance and operational reasons. Large cul-de-sacs shall not be provided within underground car park layouts.

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Provision shall be made for an emergency access to 8.2.4.12 Electrically Operated Vehicles underground car parks and, where more than 300 parking spaces are being provided, a second vehicular To encourage the use of electrically operated cars and access point to an underground car park is required. bicycles, in line with Council and National Policy, non- To prevent flooding drainage measures will be residential developments shall provide Electrically required to prevent run off from the public road into Powered Vehicle Recharging Parking Bays at a rate an underground car park. of 10% of the total car parking spaces (metered-fast charging 220-240V, 32A three phase). The remainder Where an underground car park is provided specifically of the parking spaces, as for all residential parking for a residential development, the car park must be spaces including parking spaces for the disabled, universally accessible by all with the provision of shall be constructed to be capable of accommodating pedestrian ramps and/or lifts into each block located future charging points as required - residential space above ground. facilities to be coded/metered, slow charging 220- 240V, 13A single phase. As sales of battery operated 8.2.4.11 Childcare Facilities – Parking/Access cars increase to meet the Government objectives of 10% car ownership by 2020 it would be expected that All pedestrian routes leading to a childcare facility such spaces would be specifically allocated to that use from any parking area, play area, or nearby road and similar to parking spaces suitable for the disabled and footpath shall be suitably designed to meet specified parent and child. accessibility requirements in accordance with Part M of the Building Regulations. Car parking and cycle 8.2.4.13 parking standards for childcare facilities are set out in Sports Facilities 8 the parking requirement tables above. Accessibility to sports facilities shall be designed in Details of the number of staff, number of rooms and accordance with best accessibility practice such as number of children with their age profile should ‘Sport England Accessible Sports Facilities’ (2010). be provided to allow a determination of parking requirements in accordance with the Department of Health and Children’s Childcare (Pre-School) 8.2.4.14 Construction Management Plans Regulation’s requirements. Construction Management Plans (CMP) for For new childcare facilities, the availability of existing developments generating construction activity - on-street car parking spaces and any part-time containing measures to mitigate against the effects hours of operation will be considered as part of the of the construction - shall accompany planning Development Management process. applications for development of 3 residential units or more and for all other developments measuring more than 500 sq.m. gross floor area. The requirement to

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submit a CMP is very much dependent on the location, The ‘Traffic Management Guidelines’, (2012) (DTTaS) scale, nature and characteristics of the proposed and the ‘National Cycle Manual’, (2012) (NTA) should be development. Consequently the stated thresholds consulted to ensure best practice in terms of locating above may be increased or relaxed at the discretion bus shelters to avoid conflicts with other cyclists and of the Planning Authority during pre-planning stage other road users. discussions. Any signage on public roads or footways shall not The CMP will address issues such as traffic cause an obstruction to any road user and sightlines management, hours of working, delivery times, should be in accordance with the requirements in prevention of noise and dust, reinstatement of DMURS. roadway lining and signing, repair of damage to footways and grass verges and the accommodation of worker parking within the development curtilage. Hours of construction and deliveries should normally be in accordance with the guidance set out in Section 8.2.5 Enterprise and Employment 8.2.9.5.

The CMP should also address car parking areas for The Planning Authority will seek to encourage high construction staff in order to avoid overspill onto quality design, materials and finishes and good quality public roads/local residential areas. This may require landscaping with robust maintenance protocols for considered phasing of the development and/or all large commercial and office developments in Dún specific off-site parking details which shall be provided Laoghaire-Rathdown. For all significant commercial as a component part of the CMP as appropriate. and employment developments (comprising schemes The larger or more complex the development, the more with a gross floor area of 1000 sq.m and above (or detail the CMP will be expected to contain. Where otherwise required by the Planning Authority), a appropriate, Traffic Management Plans, including Design Statement will be required. construction vehicle routes, will be required for the construction phase of developments to be agreed 8.2.5.1 by the Planning Authority. A CMP must comply with Assessment of Enterprise and the requirements set out in the Planning Authority Employment Development Proposals document, ‘Directions for Roadwork’s Control’ (2008). In assessing planning applications a number of considerations will be taken into account: 8.2.4.15 Emergency Access • Conformity with the land use policies set out in respect of enterprise and employment In some circumstances large-scale developments, development as outlined in Section 3.1. which could result in a significant level of peak and/or off-peak travel, and residential developments greater • The mix of uses being proposed particularly in than 300 units shall provide for duplicate access or mixed use areas (Objective ‘E’ zones, Major Town other means approved by the Planning Authority for Centres, District Centres and Neighbourhood emergency use/access. This shall also allow access for Centres) where redevelopment and changes of pedestrians and cyclists. The Councils Transportation use need to be orientated towards creating urban Section will ascertain whether an additional access environments that are vibrant and lively. is required. This will be dealt with on a case-by-case • Achievement of an appropriate density and scale of basis through the pre-planning process. development. • Provision of public open space to a minimum of 8.2.4.16 Signage, Bus Shelters and Taxi 10% of site area (Refer also to Section 8.2.8.2(ii)). Ranks • The high quality design requirement that protects 8 but also enhances the architectural character of All signs, bus shelters and taxi ranks should be designed the County, particularly in relation to landmark in accordance with best accessibility practice and in a structures and viewpoints. manner which will not obstruct or distract or create a conflict with pedestrians, cyclists, public transport or • The intensity and nature of the proposed use. private vehicles. Adequate sightlines shall be provided • The potential impact of traffic movement, parking in each direction, where signs, bus shelters and taxi provision and whether or not consideration has ranks are located in close proximity to junctions and been given to a Workplace Travel Plan (Refer also entrances. to Section 8.2.4.3). Access routes to bus shelters and taxi ranks should • Whether or not the proposed development will be designed in accordance with the requirements in have a significant detrimental effect on the DMURS. amenities of the surrounding areas.

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8.2.6.1 Assessment of Retail Development Proposals

Applications for new retail development in the County shall accord with the retail policies of the Development Plan (Refer to Section 3.2), Regional Guidance and Government Guidance, as set out in the ‘Retail Planning Guidelines’ (2012), and shall: • Be consistent with the role and function of the particular retail centre as set out in the Development Plan and accord with the scale and type of retailing identified for that location. • Accord with the fundamental objective to support the vitality and viability of the retail centre and demonstrate compliance with the sequential approach. • Provide a detailed retail impact assessment and a transport impact assessment to accompany the application where appropriate. • Be of a high quality and incorporate layouts that encourage active and engaging frontages where appropriate. There shall be a general presumption against large • Energy efficiency and overall sustainability of the out-of-town retail centres - in particular those located development. adjacent or close to existing, new or planned national roads/motorways. • The quality of waste management measures proposed. In the context of larger scale retail developments, while adequate car parking, separate service areas and At a detailed level parking, circulation and access convenient access by public transport and by walking arrangements shall be as per Planning Authority and cycling from surrounding residential areas are requirements and as outlined in Table 8.2.4. Loading essential elements, these must be supplemented by and open storage areas shall be visually unobtrusive features that improve the overall attractiveness of the from public roadways and screened or preferably scheme to the public. Such features can include for located behind the building line. Multiple unit example: developments shall implement ordered naming and signage schemes to avoid visual clutter. • Public realm of appropriate scale, design and enclosure. • The provision and design of street furniture, e.g. telephones, seats, litterbins, cycle facilities. 8.2.6 Retail Development • The provision within the overall design of the scheme for public facilities, e.g. toilets, advice centres, health clinics, crèches, child and special Retailing can often act as a social and civic focus in care facilities. suburban areas. Shopping schemes must therefore • Activities and uses that keep the centre alive both conform to the highest design standards. They should 8 during the day and evening. be designed and sized to be appropriate in scale in relation to the planned catchment area. • The inclusion of residential uses, particularly apartments, as an integral part of the centre in Similarly, Neighbourhood Centres are intended to order to generate evening activity and security of cater for the daily shopping and service needs of the the centre. immediately surrounding neighbourhood and will consequently be generally small in scale. In dealing • An overall design strategy that helps promote with applications in local centres any analysis should variety (by the use of differing shopfronts, plot take cognizance of changing shopping trends and the frontage widths, setbacks, signs etc.) but set within social and economic circumstances of the area. an overarching and cohesive design concept that unites the whole. • The design and layout of buildings, together with the robustness of materials used in their construction, should be such as to discourage

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graffiti, vandalism and other forms of anti-social amount of comparison goods (as is now common in activity. All unsightly areas for example, service many supermarkets, superstores and hypermarkets), cores, should be screened from surrounding the planning application drawings should clearly residential areas and from pedestrian corridors delineate the floorspace to be devoted primarily for within the scheme. Considered screening should the sale of convenience goods. The balance between form an integral part of any design, but where this the convenience and comparison element of the is not possible, supplementary tree planting and proposed store drawings is a critical element in the landscaping will be necessary. assessment of the suitability of the development proposal. Where a significant element of the store is • Considered tree planting and landscaping must, indicated to be for comparison goods the potential in any event, form an integral part of the general impact of that element of the store on existing design of any shopping scheme. comparison goods stores within the catchment must In dealing with applications for planning permission be included in the assessment of the application. for retail development, the Council shall have regard [Note: The distinction between ‘discount stores’ and to the DoECLG ‘Retail Planning Guidelines for Planning other convenience goods stores which was contained Authorities’ (2012), the accompanying ‘Retail Design in the 2005 Retail Planning Guidelines no longer Manual’ (2012) and the ‘Retail Planning Strategy for applies]. the Greater Dublin Area 2008-2016’.

8.2.6.3 8.2.6.2 Large Convenience Goods Stores Convenience Shop A small/local convenience shop will be open for Large convenience store - comprising of supermarkets, consideration within a residential area (lands zoned superstores and hypermarkets – are now an accepted Objective ‘A’ – “To protect and/or improve residential element of retailing in cities and large towns. They amenity”). When assessing any such proposals, the often provide primarily for the weekly convenience Council will have regard to the distance from the goods shopping of households. They require extensive proposed development to established local shopping open areas of floorspace together with adjacent car facilities and to its impact on the amenity of adjoining parking as the majority (but not all) their customers dwellings. Local convenience shops shall not have a undertake their bulk convenience shopping trips by floorspace greater than 100 sq.m. net. (Refer also to car. Policy RET7, Section 3.2.2.7). Large convenience goods stores should be located in, or on the edge of Major Town Centres or District Centres. 8.2.6.4 Retail Parks and Retail Warehouses Where a proposal for large convenience goods Retail parks have generally evolved as agglomerations stores development involves the sale of a significant of retail warehouses grouped around a common

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car park selling mainly bulky household goods. 8.2.6.5 Fast Food Outlets/Takeaways Retail warehouses can often require extensive areas of showroom space, often with minimal storage The following criteria will be taken into account in requirements. Retail warehouses have two main the assessment of development proposals for fast impacts on the retail hierarchy in a County: food/takeaway outlets, including those with a drive- • If located in a Major Town Centre - by their very through facility: nature, scale and spatial characteristics – a Retail • The need to retain, protect and strengthen the Park/Warehouse can detract from the urban retail mix, overall variety and multi-use function of character of the Town Centre and represent an the area. unsustainable and inappropriate use of land. • The adequacy of existing facilities for the sale of • If the range of goods on offer in a retail warehouse hot food for consumption off the premises in the extends beyond that of bulky household goods it locality. In this regard, the applicant shall submit could undermine or weaken the hierarchy of retail details of all existing fast food/takeaway outlets centres in the County. within the locality. The number of retail parks/retail warehousing in • The cumulative effect of the proposed development the County has grown substantially over the past on the amenities of the area, particularly so in decade and the continuing ‘blurring’ of the definition predominantly residential zoned locales. of the goods permitted to be sold in such outlets, • The effect of the proposed development on the the potential impact of such developments warrants existing mix of land uses and activities in the area. considered and comprehensive re-appraisal. The range of goods being sold from retail warehouse parks can • Careful consideration of the location of fast food often include a high proportion of non-bulky durables. outlets in the vicinity of schools and parks. If this pattern were allowed to continue unchallenged • Location of vents and other external services and there is potential for a detrimental impact on the their impact on adjoining amenities in terms of County’s Major Town Centres and District Centres. noise/smell/visual impact. The ‘Retail Planning Guidelines for Planning • Fast food outlets/takeaways with proposed drive- Authorities’ (2012), recommend that the retail through facilities will generally only be acceptable floorspace in any given retail warehouse unit be within Major Town Centres or District Centres and devoted to: will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. • ancillary products associated with bulky goods The proliferation or oversupply of certain premises and/or that cause or are likely to cause disturbance or • non-bulky durables should not exceed 20%. nuisance, detract from amenities or seriously detract from an area generally in terms of use and services In addition such space shall be clearly delineated mix may be resisted. on the planning application drawings to facilitate monitoring and enforcement. This guidance will be adhered to in relation to future Retail Parks and Retail 8.2.6.6 Off-Licences/Betting Shops Warehouse developments in the County. As a general principle the Planning Authority will Off-Licences and Betting Shops provided in the adopt a precautionary approach to any significant County’s commercial and mixed-use areas provide a additional retail warehouse floorspace in the County local commercial service. The Planning Authority will for the duration of the Development Plan. Such seek to protect residential and other communities by an approach is advocated in the ‘Retail Planning ensuring that the quantum of off-licences/betting Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ (2012). shops - particularly within smaller centres - is not disproportionate to the overall size and character of Having regard to the precautionary approach advised the area. However, the number and control of off- 8 above and where appropriate, retail warehousing may licences/betting shops will primarily be a licensing be facilitated on land with zoning Objective ‘E’ – “to issue. provide for employment and economic development” where the site has good access to a suitable road In any consideration of proposals for off-licences/ network and has access to integrated public transport. betting shops, regard to the amenities of nearby residents - i.e. noise, general disturbance, hours of For out-of-centre locations, the 2012 Guidelines operation and litter – will be paramount. provide a recommended minimum unit size for retail warehouses of 700 sq.m. and a ‘capped’ maximum New Off-Licences and Betting Shops will not be unit size of 6,000 sq.m. These standards will be permitted in areas zoned Objective ‘A’ – ‘To protect adhered to in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. and/or improve residential amenity’. Any application for betting shops shall clearly indicate on drawings submitted the location and size of any/all satellite dishes required to serve the unit. The Planning

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Authority will generally not accept TV screens or • There shall be a minimum distance of 7m from the excessive advertising (generally no more than 25% pump island to the road boundary. coverage) within the shop window of betting shops. • Only one entry and one exit point shall be permitted for vehicular traffic onto the public road, 8.2.6.7 Petrol Stations and exits onto dual carriageways shall be restricted to a single lane width. The access points shall be Applications for petrol stations should take account of between 7m-9m wide, with a minimum junction the following: radius of 10.7m. A one-way traffic routing system is preferred. Retail sales area: • Ramped entry treatments shall be provided at • The total area (gross) devoted to ancillary - or the vehicular entrance and exit, as per Council convenience - retail sales, within a petrol station requirements, to provide for pedestrian/cyclist shall not exceed 100 sq.m. and shall be in scale with priority as appropriate. the overall size of the filling station. Should such a • Pedestrian routes to and from retail areas shall be unit or a larger retail facility be proposed with a clearly defined. wide range of goods it will be treated as a shop and assessed accordingly (including a sequential test). • Short and long-term cycle parking and cycle facilities provision shall be in accordance with Location: the requirements of the Council Cycling Policy • Limited petrol station facilities ancillary to large Guidelines and Standards - with a minimum of 5 foodstores located in, or adjacent to Major Town no. cycle parking spaces required. Centres/District Centres, may be permitted where • The location of air/water facilities and car wash there is acceptable road access, and where it is facilities shall be carefully considered in relation considered there will be no negative impacts in to adjoining properties. Details in respect of noise terms of visual intrusion or the amenities of the generation and hours of use shall be submitted as adjoining area. part of any application. • A workshop for minor servicing (e.g. tyre changing, • The location of any other ancillary structure(s) puncture repairs, oil changing) or petrol stations within the forecourt – such as a parcel collection/ may only be permitted in circumstances where drop off structure – shall be clearly indicated and they would not adversely affect local amenities - should not interfere with vehicular circulation particularly with regard to proximity to dwellings or car/cycle parking within the petrol station or adjoining residential areas. The Planning forecourt. Authority will generally not permit such uses in or adjoining residential areas unless it can be • Where it is proposed to provide a fully automated clearly demonstrated that no significant damage filling station, the proposed use/function of any to residential amenities will occur by reason of existing and/or disused kiosk/shop unit on site factors such as noise, visual obtrusion, safety shall be clearly demonstrated within any planning considerations or fumes and smells. application.

Design: Signage: • New petrol stations and refurbished existing • Signs should be limited and generally form part of stations will be required to have a high standard the buildings or other structures. of design. In rural areas petrol stations will not be • The use of high level signs, signs projecting over permitted where they will have a negative impact footpaths, ‘fly’ posters and bunting will not be on surrounding views, prospects, and scenery or permitted. Free standing signs shall be limited to general amenities. one per petrol station and shall not project above • The layout of new or redeveloped petrol filling the forecourt canopy and shall not impact on 8 stations shall permit safe access for delivery tankers vehicular sightlines at the exit onto the public road. (cab plus trailer) up to 15.5m in length. An adequate • In visually sensitive locations, the use of standard off - road area shall be provided for parking tankers ‘corporate’ designs and back-lit signage etc. for safely without obstructing access to pumps while petrol stations may not be acceptable. fuel is being delivered to petrol filling stations. • For 50kph speed limit areas, a road frontage of Lighting: not less than 21m is required for a new petrol • Forecourt lighting including canopy and signage station, and this frontage must be kept clear of any lighting should be limited to that which is structure for a depth of not less than 4.6m from necessary for the safe operation of a petrol filling the street boundary of the site. This road frontage station. The use of high level and powerful lighting width shall increase to a minimum of 30m for should be avoided where possible and should not 60/80kph speed limit areas. interfere with the amenities of adjoining premises or cause glare, hazard or confusion to public road

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users. All external lighting shall be cowled and original building features or omitting ‘over-size’ or diverted away from the public roadway to prevent obtrusive signs. a traffic hazard. • The presence of well crafted and historic shopfronts is an important part of the character of an area. Hours of Operation: Features of existing shopfronts which are likely • Consideration may also be given to the limiting to be of interest and merit include pilasters or of the hours of operation. Details in respect of uprights, apron panels, stall risers or plinths below opening hours shall be submitted as part of the the display windows, any mullions or glazing bars planning application. to the display window etc. Such elements should be considered for retention. 8.2.6.8 Shopfronts, Signage and • Fascia design is an important element of shopfront Advertising design. Fascias should not interfere with existing first floor cills and should reflect existing plot widths. (i) Shopfronts • Oversized fascias are not appropriate in historic Good shopfront design makes a valuable contribution streetscapes. to the environmental quality of shopping areas. The overall preference is for ‘open’ design shopfronts • If aluminium is used it should be anodised or with no security shutters, with an illuminated goods treated in an appropriate colour. display and otherwise some element of lighting on • The painting of clay brick or stone is generally not shopfront windows on main shopping streets. The acceptable. Council will control the design of shopfronts in line with the following principles - the scope of which • Illuminated box signage will generally not be encompasses not only shops but also other business acceptable. frontages such as restaurants, public houses, banks • Fascia and shopfront lighting shall be carefully and offices- namely: considered. • The design, materials and proportion of the • The amount of hanging signs will be controlled on shopfront should be appropriate and respect the streetscapes. scale and fabric of the building and/or street of which they form part. Not all shopfront design • Commercial interests will not necessarily be needs to be in the ‘traditional style’. There is a place allowed to use standardised shopfront design, for new good quality contemporary designs. ‘corporate colours’ and materials. Compatibility with individual buildings and with the street scene • Replacement of more modern era, but poor quality, is considered more important than uniformity shopfronts may be welcomed e.g. restoring between the branches of one company.

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• Roller shutters are not exempted development on, or in front of the building line and their erection requires planning permission. • Shutters should be provided in such a way that no part of the shutter or its casing extends beyond the face of the building. Where possible the shutter should be recessed to provide for a window display area. Painted and ‘pen grille’ shuttering should be used and in all cases shutters should be treated with a colour to match the colour of the main shopfront materials. Provision should be made for roller shutters behind the line of the glazing. In vulnerable areas painted ‘Open Style’ external shutters may be appropriate. • Alarm boxes should be sensitive in design and location on the building. • Planning permission will be required for the erection of canopies. Canopies of traditional design and retractable materials will be promoted. • Signage/advertising on freestanding structures to the front of commercial units, such as wind breaks/ tables and chairs etc, shall be limited. Freestanding generally inappropriate in locations proximate to structures may not be accepted in instances where pedestrians. they would detract from the shopfront of a unit. A wall panel/poster board should be sited back from the wall edges (i.e. not fill entire wall sections and (ii) Signage obscure tops/sides of walls) and have regard to the To protect the amenities and attractiveness of the symmetry and any features of the wall on which it is County, no commercial advertising structure will to be displayed. Panels should not normally be placed be permitted in the open countryside, on or near a on buildings above ground floor level. structure of architectural or historical importance, Wall panel/poster board advertisements will not be in architectural conservation areas, on public open permitted where they would confuse or distract users spaces, in areas of high amenity, within important of any public road and the use of prismatic/moving views, in residential areas, or where they would advertisements will not be encouraged. confuse or distract users of any public road. In circumstances where they will provide temporary Particular attention will be paid to the design and screening for derelict and vacant sites or sites where location of new advertising in those areas where development is taking place, the actual poster board the Council intends to implement town and village should not exceed 30% of the surface of the wall or improvement schemes in order to maximise the screening on which it is mounted. potential environmental benefits of such schemes and also in areas the subject of Local Area Plans. Subject to location, well designed advertisement panels may be permitted on builders’ hoardings for a Advertising signs, where permitted, should be simple specified period. The panels should not extend above in design and sympathetic to the surroundings the general line of the top of the hoarding and should and features of the building on which they will be be evenly spaced at uniform height and width. displayed. The number of signs located on a property should be limited and no sign should be unduly (iv) Bus Shelters and Taxi Shelters obtrusive or out-of-scale with the building façade. 8 Control will be exercised to prevent an impression of Shelters incorporating advertising panels shall be clutter in any location. Details in respect of signage carefully sited and will be considered generally illumination must be submitted and the Council will in regard to convenience, visual amenity and the discourage the use of flashing/moving illumination facilitation of the greater use of public transport. on signs or TV screens within shop windows. The Planning Authority will exercise control over their exact location and over the number and scale (iii) Wall Panel/Poster Board Advertisements of advertising panels permitted. Consideration will be given in such cases to the provision of associated Wall panel/poster board advertisements may be supporting items such as bicycle stands and litterbins. permitted on commercial premises in Major Town Cantilevered shelters may be required so as not to Centres, District Centres and Neighbourhood impede pedestrian flow. (Refer also to section 8.2.4.16) Centres. The size of the display panel should relate to pedestrian scale. Larger scale poster panels are

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(v) Free-Standing Advertisement Displays Public information and advertising panels are permissible in situations such as pedestrian precincts of shopping centres, other areas of commercial activity and along major traffic routes. They can sometimes be effective when grouped in a unified composite, which avoids an impression of clutter, subject to the location and amount of panels. The amount of advertising permitted on public information panels will be restricted and shall constitute not more than 50% of the total area. The location of all proposed freestanding advertising structures should be carefully considered having regard to pedestrian movement and vehicles entering and exiting a site or parking space. The use of totem pole advertisement displays will be carefully considered. In general, a proliferation of these structures shall be avoided in the commercially zoned areas of the County and their height should not be excessive, should be sympathetic to the surroundings and should not be unduly obtrusive. The number of totem structures shall be limited and should not be located in a position that would interfere with vehicular and pedestrian sightlines. All advertisement displays shall also be considered under the criteria set out below in Section 8.2.6.9 – Street Furniture Strategy. • The co-location of street furniture items/signage, will, where feasible, be required in order to reduce The Planning Authority will not normally permit clutter. the attachment of sundry advertising devices to the façade of any structure, e.g. multi-coloured lights, • The use of high quality materials, which may spotlights, flags, bunting, banners, neon moving include polished steel and/or suitable coating of message signs, fly posting, barrage balloon etc. structures etc, will be required in order to ensure the long term visual appearance of furniture items. Freestanding structures such as flags/teardrop banners etc require planning permission even if • All street elements shall be located so as to provide erected for a temporary period. Such structures, clear, accurate and timely guidance for road users, with or without advertising, will only be accepted pedestrian and cyclists and should not interfere in appropriate locations and where they would not with sightlines. detract from road/footpath users or interfere with vehicular sightlines. Advertisements and advertising structures shall be strictly limited along the coastline to appropriate 8.2.7 Landscape, Heritage and locations only and full consideration shall be given to their visual impact. Biodiversity

8 8.2.6.9 Street Furniture Strategy Where a proposed development impacts on a site known, or likely, to be a breeding or resting site of a Proposals for the installation of any items of street species listed in Habitats Regulations a derogation furniture shall have regard to the following: licence, issued by the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government (DoECLG) will • Additional street furniture items to have regard be required in advance of any works being carried to the need to reduce visual clutter. Items should out. Applicants should be advised of this possibility be discreet and well designed to ensure visual at pre-planning stage and advised to consult with amenities are not compromised. the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) prior • All new street furniture items shall have a clear to making a planning application. It is preferable for function relative to their location and shall have a derogation license to have been applied for and/ regard to the need to reduce and avoid street or obtained prior to submission of any planning clutter and ensure that footpaths and cycle ways application. are kept free of unnecessary impediments.

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8.2.7.1 Biodiversity • species and habitats listed as Local Biodiversity Plan Species or Habitats in the Biodiversity Plan There are a number of habitats, plant, animal and bird 2009-2013, and species within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown which are • areas or sites containing features of biodiversity protected under National and EU legislation (Refer importance. Section 4.1 -Landscape, Heritage and Biodiversity and Appendix 14 Green Infrastructure Strategy). This will allow potentially adverse impacts to be identified and avoided for species and habitats listed Any development proposals for sites designated as, in the EU Habitats and Birds Directives, The Wildlife or immediately adjacent to, a pNHA, SPA, SAC or cSAC Acts 1976 and 2000, The Flora Protection Order shall be accompanied by an EIS and/or Appropriate 1999, as well as locally rare and threatened habitats Assessment and shall be referred to the NPWS. Regard and species. In this regard the Councils publication shall be had to ‘Guidance for Local - Authorities ‘Ecological Guidance for Local Authorities and Appropriate Assessment of Plans and Projects in Developers’ (2014) should be referenced. Ireland’ (Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government (DoEHLG) 2009). No projects giving rise to significant direct, indirect or secondary impacts on Natura 2000 sites arising In the event of a proposed development impacting from their size or scale, land take, proximity, resource on a site known, or likely, to be a breeding or resting requirements, emissions (disposal to land, water site of a species listed in Habitats Regulations a or air), transportation requirements, duration of derogation license, issued by the Department of Arts, construction, operation, decommissioning or from Heritage and the Gaeltacht (DoAHG) will be required any other effects shall be permitted on the basis in advance of permission. of this Development Plan (either individually or in A precautionary approach should be taken to all combination with other plans and projects, except as proposals in environmentally sensitive areas and/or provided for in Section 6(4) of the Habitats Directive). to sites that may be in use by, or contain, protected Planning applications for development which may species. An ecological risk assessment may be required impact on Natura 2000 sites should be screened in relevant planning applications for both designated for Appropriate Assessment, and accompanied by a and/or non-designated sites (as appropriate) to ensure Natura Impact Statement if required. that the proposed development does not undermine Development on, or adjacent to, inland waterways the conservation objectives of these sites. shall only be permitted, where an assessment carried In order to comply with European and National out to the satisfaction of the Council, in consultation legalisation on nature conservation, and to ensure with Inland Fisheries Ireland, indicates that the that areas of biodiversity value are adequately proposed development will have no significant protected, an ecological assessment will be carried adverse effect on the integrity of any Natura 2000 out for development proposals which have potential site. to impact on species and habitats protected under: In the event of lighting being proposed along river • EU and National legislation corridors an Ecological Impact Assessment (and where

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necessary an Appropriate Assessment) - including bat 8.2.7.4 Development in the Coastal and and otter surveys - shall be conducted by specialist ‘Nearshore’ area consultants. The recommendations of the specialist studies shall be implemented. No lighting will be In dealing with planning applications in the coastal or installed without prior consultation with the NPWS ‘nearshore’ area regard shall be had to the Maritime and shall be in line with: and Foreshore (Amendment) Bill 2013 and to the • advances in knowledge into the impact of lighting findings of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County on bats and other species and Council ‘Coastal Defence Strategy Study’, (2010). • reflect advances in technology in the lighting In relation to coastal development regard shall be had industry. to the EU Guidance document ‘The Implementation of the Birds and Habitats Directive in Estuaries and Coastal Zones’ (2011) when assessing development in 8.2.7.2 Sensitive Landscapes and Site or near coastal areas which is likely to have significant Features effects on the integrity - defined by the structure and function - of any designated sites, coastal and marine To protect and enhance the character and amenities fauna, flora and amenities. of the County’s rural or sensitive open areas, all new developments of any scale shall incorporate high quality landscape design and shall ensure that: • Existing site features such as specimen trees, 8.2.8 Open Space and Recreation stands of mature trees, hedgerows, rock outcrops and water features are properly identified and retained where appropriate and new planting or other landscaping appropriate to the character of 8.2.8.1 the area will be provided. Landscape Plans • Existing significant on-site natural features must Planning applications for both residential (30+ units or influence the layout. as required by the Planning Authority) and commercial (1,000 sq.m. or as required by the Planning Authority), • Developers should consult the Planning Authority including leisure and recreational facilities, should at an early stage in relation to landscaping and submit a landscape design rationale prepared by a planting proposals. qualified Landscape Architect, for the consideration • Landscaping in new developments shall include of the Parks and Landscape Services Department. planting of native Irish flora. Smaller schemes may also require a landscape plan to be submitted. All such requirements should be Developers will be responsible for the grading, hard ascertained at pre-planning stage. landscaping, planting and further development of open space, including the provision of pedestrian Such proposals shall include a scaled landscape plan(s) paths and other facilities. Developers will be required - with cross-sections, where applicable - showing the to provide roadside trees, street planting and screen layout and hard and soft treatment of all boundaries, planting where necessary. The Planning Authority features, external areas and green spaces. The encourages developers to plant suitable tree species proposals shall be accompanied by specifications for in front gardens before dwelling occupation. materials, workmanship and maintenance, together with proposed design details. Hard landscape details are to include - where applicable - any proposed 8.2.7.3 High Amenity Landscapes, Views lighting, seating, kerbing, boundaries, edging, and Prospects surfacing and water features. Soft landscape details 8 are to include detailed planting plans and planting Planning applications that have the potential schedules, stating species/varieties, quantities, sizes, to adversely impact upon landscapes attributed rootball presentation and spacings. The landscape with a High Amenity Zoning Objective - or upon plan shall be accompanied by a timescale for its Protected Views or Prospects - shall be accompanied implementation, including a minimum 18-month by an assessment of the potential landscape and landscape maintenance period and a defects liability visual impacts of the proposed development – clause. Regard should be had to the ‘Guidelines for demonstrating that landscape impacts have been the Development and Taking-in-Charge of Open anticipated and avoided to a level consistent with the Space’ which is fully detailed on the Parks Department sensitivity of the landscape. website. In relation to Development Management, Open Space is considered to be public, communal and private space which has been ‘conditioned’ by way of a grant of planning permission to serve the needs of the local population.

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• Public Open Space generally derives from a development that is defined as being generally freely available and accessible to the public and has, or is intended to be, ‘taken-in-charge’ by the Local Authority. In most new residential development schemes, there should be some appropriate provision made for public open space within the site (Refer to Sections 8.2.8.2, 8.2.8.3 and Appendix 14). • Communal Open Space is intended to be made available to a set group of residents only and would ordinarily be maintained by a Management Company. This would be typical of apartment - type residential developments. • Private Open Space normally refers to balconies and/or private gardens, which are the responsibility of, and only accessible to, the individual resident. The following will not normally be considered as part of any Open Space provision: • Car/bus parking. • Bin/fuel stores.

• Bicycle parking structures. (i) Residential / Housing Developments • ESB substations or other service infrastructure. Open Space: For all developments with a residential component – 5+ units - the requirement of 20 sq.m. • Underground flood attenuation tanks. of Open Space per person shall apply based on the number of residential/housing units. For calculation 8.2.8.2 Public/Communal Open Space - purposes, open space requirements shall be based Quantity on a presumed occupancy rate of 3.5 persons in the case of dwellings with three or more bedrooms and 1.5 persons in the case of dwellings with two or fewer To provide existing and future communities bedrooms. with adequate active recreational and passive leisure opportunities the Council will employ a The Planning Authority shall require an absolute flexible approach to the delivery of public open default minimum of 10% of the overall site area for space/communal open space and more intensive all residential developments to be reserved for use recreational/amenity/community facilities. as Public Open and/or Communal Space irrespective of the occupancy parameters set out in the previous The overarching hierarchy of public open spaces paragraph. across the County is set out in Policy OSR3 in Section 4.2.2.2. The hierarchy of existing parks and open It is Council Policy to retain the open space context spaces within the County have also been mapped to of Institutional Lands which incorporate significant differentiate this hierarchical classification (Refer also established recreational or amenity uses, as far as is to Appendix 14). practicable. In the event of permission for development being granted on these lands, open space provision The Planning Authority will require public5 and/or in excess of the normal standards will be required to communal open space to be provided within new maintain the open character of such parts of the land residential and large scale commercial developments. as are considered necessary by the Council. For this 8 This should preferably be located at specific sites or purpose a minimum open space provision of 25% of locations that would facilitate the assembly of areas the total site area - or a population-based provision in of satisfactory size or usability or would enhance accordance with the above occupancy criteria – will be established on-site features. required, whichever is the greater. There may also be Applicants for all new developments are encouraged a requirement to provide open space in excess of the to engage with the Planning Authority at pre-planning 25% if an established school use is to be retained on stage to discuss the Open Space requirements for a site in order to facilitate the future needs of the school specific site. (refer also to Section 8.2.3.4(xi)).

5 For the purposes of this section, ‘Public’ open space refers to all areas of (ii) Non-residential open space within a new development (be that public (taken in charge), communal, semi private or otherwise) that is accessible by all residents/ The Planning Authority shall require a minimum of employees of the development and in certain cases may be accessible by the wider general public. ‘Public’ open space within new developments may 10% of the overall site area for all large-scale, non- not necessarily be taken in charge or be publicly owned/controlled by the Council.

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residential developments to be reserved for use as Where any open space is to be provided on foot Open Space. of a planning permission, the space in question should be well overlooked and designed and located Adequate and suitable open space should be provided to sympathetically complement the layout of for Nursing Homes/Housing for the Elderly/Assisted the development and should be visible from, and Living Accommodation. Planning applications for accessible to, the maximum number of dwellings/ such developments should: units within the proposed scheme. Inaccessible, • Include detailed open space and landscaping plans hidden or otherwise backland open space, and narrow that take account of the location of the facility and linear strips of open space will not be acceptable. orientation. Fragmented open spaces within a development layout, which result specifically from the necessity to • Provide at least 15 sq.m. open space per resident protect existing site features (for example a stand of (unless otherwise agreed with the Planning mature trees) may not be included in the calculation Authority). open space requirements, as they are necessary to • Have regard to the availability/suitability of already ensure the protection of existing amenities. existing open space. Public and/or communal open spaces should be • Respect the specific needs of the residents of the overlooked and designed to ensure that potential for facility. anti-social behaviour is minimised through passive surveillance. ‘Sustainable Residential Development • Be accessible for all users and provide links to adjoining public footpaths. in Urban Areas - Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ (2009) provides detailed guidance on the provision of (iii) Financial Contributions In Lieu of Open Space open space for new residential developments while the ‘Retail Design Manual’ (2012) provides guiding Where a new development is located in close principles on how landscaping and open spaces can proximity to (within 1km and/or 10 minute walking assist improved public realm and promote attractive distance) an established high specification public retailing centres. park, the Planning Authority may, in certain cases, relax standards and seek a financial contribution in (i) Design lieu of providing the full quantum of open space. The layout of open space and its associated facilities/ Examples may include sites where stands of existing infrastructure – particularly in larger areas of open mature tree are required to be retained for amenity space and major parks - should be designed to meet value that would otherwise compromise the usability a range of user needs, including both active and the of open space provision. passive recreation, as set out in the Council’s ‘Open In exceptional circumstances where, in the view of the Space Strategy 2015-2020’ and the Green Infrastructure Planning Authority, proper planning and sustainable Strategy (set out in Appendix 14). Patrons of Public development would be facilitated without the Open Space in the County should feel safe with delivery of the ‘normal’ open space requirement, a adequate supervision, passive surveillance, boundary financial contribution in lieu of providing the full treatment and public lighting all contributing to an quantum of public open space may be made. This overall sense of security. Public Open Space should be will take the form of a contribution on a per capita expansive and suitably proportioned. Narrow tracts basis towards capital investment in creating and/or and corridors of open space which are difficult to upgrading local parks and spaces and revenue costs manage - including provision of open space set within for the maintenance of these spaces. existing tree belts - will not be acceptable. Any relaxation of open space provision will be Public and/or communal open spaces within assessed on a case-by-case basis and should not be new development should be capable of providing seen as setting a precedent for future developments. opportunities for play space e.g. playgrounds, small Irrespective of any of the above, the default minimum pitches etc. The use of durable/robust materials in 8 relation to the provision of playgrounds/Multi Use 10% open space requirement must be provided on site. Games Areas (MUGAs) is particularly important.

(ii) Accessibility and Permeability 8.2.8.3 Public/Communal Open Space – Permeability and accessibility will be encouraged as Quality part of an integrated approach to the provision of linked open spaces. Where pedestrian and cycleway Open space is fundamental in contributing to a high opportunities are presented, substantial links quality of life for those living, working and visiting between developments will be encouraged. Local the County. It provides a basis for active and passive parks should be located not more than ten minutes recreation, fosters community spirit, and helps walk from the majority of homes in the immediate mitigate the impacts of climate change. It can also environs. District Parks should be accessible to public improve the image, add to the sense of identity and transport provision in addition to well designed and define the quality of the area. focused pedestrian/cycle corridors. Playgrounds

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should be carefully sited within residential areas to 8.2.8.4 Private Open Space - Quantity ensure they are both easily accessible and overlooked by dwellings, while not causing a nuisance to nearby (i) Private Open Space for Houses residences. All houses (terraced, semi detached, detached) shall (iii) Biodiversity provide an area of private open space behind the front building as follows: Public and/or communal open spaces, especially large ones, can provide for a range of natural habitats and • For 1 or 2 bedroom houses a figure of 48 sq.m. can facilitate the preservation and enhancement of may be acceptable in cases where it can be flora and fauna. demonstrated that good quality usable open space can be provided on site. (iv) SuDS • 3 bedroom houses to have a minimum of 60 sq.m. SuDS shall not normally be included in the calculation of open space provision. However, where a SuDS • 4 bedroom (or more) houses to have a minimum scheme is visually attractive and readily accessible for of 75 sq.m. public use in most weather conditions, a proportion of • Any provision of open space to the side of dwellings the SuDS area could be incorporated as a component will only be considered as part of the overall private part of the open space provision. This proportion will open space calculation where it is useable, good be decided by the Planning Authority on a case-by- quality space. Narrow strips of open space to side case basis. The Council will also encourage the use of of dwellings shall not be included within any of the bioswales in roadside verges and open spaces. above calculations. (v) Green Roofs In instances where an innovative design response 8 is provided on site, a relaxation in the quantum of The use of green roofs will be encouraged as part private open space may be considered on a case-by- of an integrated approach to the provision of green case basis. infrastructure, taking particular account of benefits in terms of SuDS provision, biodiversity benefits and the (ii) Separation distances potential for additional amenity space, particularly in high density development contexts. The provision of A minimum standard of 22 metres separation green roofs within any development however shall between directly opposing rear first floor windows not form part of the overall minimum open space should usually be observed, normally resulting in a provision but should compliment the required open minimum rear garden depth of 11 metres. However, space provided within the site. Information in relation where sufficient alternative private open space to green roofs is set out in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown (e.g. to the side) is available, this may be reduced to County Council’s ‘Green Roofs Guidance Document’ 7 metres for single storey dwellings - subject to the (2014). maintenance of privacy and protection of adjoining

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(iv) Private Open Space for Apartment Developments Apartment developments should be of high quality design and site layout having due regard to the character and amenities of the surroundings. Every apartment shall have direct access to its own area of private open space in the form of a balcony or patio area (Table 8.2.5 sets out minimum requirements). The minimum depth of balconies for all or most of their length should normally be 1.5m and be accessed from living rooms. Larger balconies should be assessed in terms of overshadowing of other units and other visual impacts. Above ground floor units shall also have access to semi-private/communal and other open amenity spaces. No balconies shall overhang the public footpath.

Table 8.2.5: Balconies: Minimum Private Open Space Standards No. of bedrooms Minimum square metres One 6 sq.m.

Two 8 sq.m. residential amenities. In all instances, private open space should not be unduly overshadowed and where Three 10 sq.m. there is the potential for the proposed development to Four + 12 sq.m. overshadow or overlook existing/future development adjoining the site, minimum separation distances to Note: Adequate landscaped semi-private and communal open space areas should also be provided for above ground boundaries should be increased. floor apartments without any other private open space.

Provision of ‘defensible’ space, e.g. a planting strip, In certain circumstances apartments which have to the front of dwellings should be provided in order limited or no individual private open space - for to contribute towards a sense of security within the example where it is proposed to sub-divide an home. Bin storage and/or utility metres alone should existing building into apartments - public and private not form any proposed defensible space areas. open space requirements may be combined (partially In an exceptionally well designed scheme providing or otherwise) to provide for communal amenity areas. an otherwise very high quality living environment Such developments may also be required to contribute and that is in close proximity to existing public open financially towards open space for active recreation spaces, the above standards may be relaxed. being provided elsewhere in the area in accordance with Development Plan standards. Any relaxing of standards will be assessed on a case- by-case basis and should not be seen as setting a In exceptional cases in ‘urban centres’, for reasons precedent for future development. of maintenance of streetscape character, or the preservation of residential amenity of adjoining (iii) Boundaries property, the Planning Authority may accept the In all cases, suitable boundary treatments both around provision of communal open space in lieu of private the side and between proposed dwellings shall be open space. 8 provided. In this regard, boundary treatments located In exceptional cases, where the Planning Authority to the rear of dwellings should be capable of providing accepts the provision of private open space in the adequate privacy between properties. form of semi-private/communal space - the provision Boundaries located to the front of dwellings should of at least ‘balconettes’ (with inward opening ‘French’ generally consist of softer, more open boundary doors) and/or access to winter gardens, for access to treatments, such as low-level walls/railings and/or the open air – will be required. This would only be hedging/planted treatments. accepted in developments where an existing building is converted for apartment use and the building Details of all existing and proposed boundary could not support balcony structures (e.g. a Protected treatments should be submitted as part of any Structure). planning application and include details in relation to proposed materials, finishes, and, in the case of Such developments may also be required to planted boundaries, details in respect of species contribute financially towards open space being together with a planting schedule. provided elsewhere in the area in accordance with Development Plan standards.

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8.2.8.5 Apartments – Play Facilities to ensure protection of existing trees and hedgerows during and post construction. In terms of play facilities for children regard shall be had to the ‘Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments’ (2007) which states: Play needs around apartment buildings should be 8.2.9 Environmental catered for: Management • Within the private open space associated with individual apartments. • Within small play spaces (circa 85-100sq.m.) for the specific needs of toddlers and children up to the 8.2.9.1 Air Pollution age of six, with suitable play equipment, seating for parents/guardians, and within sight of the In considering applications for planning permission apartment buildings, in any scheme of 25 or more the Planning Authority will have regard to the ‘Local units. Government (Planning and Development) General Policy Directive 1988’ (as may be amended from time • Within play areas (200-400sq.m.) for older children to time) issued by the Minister for the Environment and young teenagers in a scheme of 150 or more and Local Government relating to air quality standards apartments. nationally, and to the ‘Air Quality Management Plan for the Dublin Region’ (Refer also to Section 5.1.3.1). 8.2.8.6 Trees and Hedgerows 8.2.9.2 Noise Pollution New developments shall be designed to incorporate, as far as practicable, the amenities offered by existing The Planning Authority will have regard to the ‘Dublin trees and hedgerow and new developments shall have Agglomeration Environmental Noise Action Plan 2013 regard to objectives to protect and preserve trees and – 2018’ when assessing planning applications along woodlands as identified on the County Development major road and rail transport corridors – the objective Plan Maps. being to reduce noise from new sources and to identify Aboricultural assessments carried out by an and protect and create areas of low sound levels. independent, qualified arborist shall be submitted as Acceptable noise levels are subjective and perception part of planning applications for sites that contain varies from person to person. Taking these factors into trees or other significant vegetation. The assessment account through design and practice can reduce the shall contain a tree survey, implications assessment impacts of noise and improve amenity. Good design and method statement. The assessment will inform should minimise noise intrusion and nuisance to all the proposed layout in relation to the retention of the nearby buildings that are occupied. maximum number of significant and good quality trees and hedgerows. Tree and hedgerow protection Residential development should be set back from shall be carried out in accordance with BS 5837 roads/rail lines such that amenities of residents are not (2012) ‘Trees in Relation to Design, Demolition and unduly impacted upon by reason of noise. Mitigation Construction – Recommendations’. All requirements measures should be undertaken, where appropriate, for aboricultural assessment should be determined at between the residential development and road/rail pre-planning stage. line. Similar mitigation measures may also be required when dealing with commercial development in close The retention of existing planted site boundaries will proximity to residential areas where there may be be encouraged within new developments, particularly noise generated from the completed development – where it is considered that the existing boundary such developments will be assessed on a case by cases adds positively to the character/visual amenity of basis. 8 the area. New developments should have regard to the location of new buildings/extensions relative The Planning Authority will use the Development to planted boundaries. Prior to construction, the Management process for larger developments: applicant shall provide details of adequate measures • To require developers to produce a Sound Impact on site to protect all planting/trees to be retained and Assessment, and Mitigation Plan where deemed this protection shall be maintained throughout the necessary, for any new development that the development during the construction period. Planning Authority considers will impact negatively Where it proves necessary to remove trees to on pre-existing environmental sound levels. facilitate development, the Council will require the • To ensure that future developments are designed commensurate planting or replacement trees and and constructed in such a way as to minimise noise other plant material. This will be implemented by disturbances. way of condition. A financial bond may be required

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• Placing screens (fences, hedges, mounds) between Risk Assessment should therefore be an integral part the noise source and residential units. of any EIA undertaken for projects. • Locating bedrooms as far away from noise sources as possible without compromising passive design 8.2.9.4 Appropriate Assessment principles. • Locating windows away from noise sources if Under Article 6 of the Habitats Directive there is a possible. requirement to establish whether, in relation to plans and projects, Appropriate Assessment (AA) is required. Avoid hard exterior surfaces such as concrete • If, following screening, it is considered that AA is paving that reflect sound rather than absorbing it. required, then the proponent of the plan or project • Locating noise sources away from property must prepare a Natura Impact Statement. A plan or boundaries and noise sensitive areas. project will only be authorised after the competent authority has ascertained, based on scientific evidence, • To incorporate ‘Shared Spaces’/‘Home Zones’/or Screening for Appropriate Assessment, and a Stage 2 ‘Streets for People’ in new developments, which Appropriate Assessment where necessary, that: recognize that residential streets have multi- function uses for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles - • The plan or project will not give rise to significant in that priority order. The noise maps will be used to adverse direct, indirect or secondary effects on the identify and classify the priority areas and streets. integrity of any Natura site (either individually or in combination with other plans or projects); or • To reduce/avoid traffic by decentralising amenities into local areas. • The plan or project will have significant adverse effects on the integrity of any Natura site (that • To interposing less sensitive uses between noise does not host a priority natural habitat type/ sources and sensitive uses. and or a priority species) but there are no Where noise barriers are provided at the boundaries of alternative solutions and the plan or project large developments, access routes must be provided must nevertheless be carried out for imperative to allow for the ongoing maintenance of the barriers. reasons of overriding public interest, including those of a social or economic nature. In this case, it will be a requirement to follow procedures set 8.2.9.3 Environmental Impact Assessment out in legislation and agree and undertake all compensatory measures necessary to ensure the For some developments the Planning Authority may protection of the overall coherence of Natura 2000; require the submission of an Environmental Impact or Statement (EIS) in accordance with the provisions of Part 10 of the Planning and Development Regulations • The plan or project will have a significant adverse 2001, as amended. This is to facilitate the assessment effect on the integrity of any Natura site (that of proposals likely to have a significant effect on the hosts a natural habitat type and/or a priority environment. species) but there are no alternative solutions and the plan or project must nevertheless be carried The Planning Regulations specify mandatory out for imperative reasons for overriding public thresholds above which Environmental Impact interest, restricted to reasons of human health or Statements are required (e.g. in relation to proposals public safety, to beneficial consequences of primary involving the construction of more than 500 dwellings importance for the environment or, further to an or sites greater than 2 hectares in commercial areas). opinion from the Commission, to other imperative To ensure the monitoring and control of EIA sub- reasons of overriding public interest. In this case, threshold development within the County, the it will be a requirement to follow procedures set document ‘Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) out in legislation and agree and undertake all Guidance for Consent Authorities regarding sub- compensatory measures necessary to ensure the 8 protection of the overall coherence of Natura 2000. threshold development` (2003), will be referred to. Where it appears to the Planning Authority that a development proposal would be likely to have 8.2.9.5 Hours of Construction significant effects on the environment a ‘sub- threshold/discretionary EIS’ can be requested by notice In the absence of a Construction Management in writing. On sites of conservation sensitivity listed in Plan approved by the Planning Authority hours of Article 103(2) of the Regulations there is an obligation construction shall be as follows: to formally consider whether the development is • Site development and building works shall be likely to have a significant effect on the environment restricted to 8.00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday of the site, area or land. and 8.00am to 2.00pm Saturdays. Deviations from Flood risk may constitute a significant environmental these times will only be allowed in exceptional effect of a development proposal that in certain circumstances and should be sought at the time of circumstances may trigger a sub-threshold EIS. Flood making a planning application.

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• Include a Stormwater Impact Assessment that incorporates Stormwater Audits in accordance with the Council’s ‘Stormwater Management Plan Guidance Document’. • Submit, prior to commencement of development, details of a Sediment and Water Pollution Control Plan in relation to the construction phase of such developments. Applications for developments of 50+ residential units or ≥1000sq.m. commercial shall: • Make provision for composting and recycling. • Incorporate where appropriate local ‘Bring Centres’ • No works shall take place on site on Sundays or for recyclable materials into development layouts. Bank Holidays. • Include an assessment of the impacts of climate • No activity, which would reasonably be expected change on their development and make provision to cause annoyance to residents in the vicinity, for these impacts - particularly relating to drainage taking place on site between the hours of 7.00pm design. to 8.00am. • Be designed and constructed in accordance with • No deliveries of materials, plant or machinery the provisions of the Greater Dublin Strategic taking place before 8.00am in the morning or after Drainage Study policy document titled ‘New 7.00pm in the evening. Development’. • Applications for developments with a roof area > 8.2.9.6 300sq.m. shall make use of ‘Green Roofs’ (and/or Light Pollution living walls) in accordance with Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown County Council’s ‘Green Roofs Guidance Lighting columns and other fixtures can have a Document’ (2014). significant effect on the appearance of buildings and the environment and where proposals for new All developments shall incorporate: lighting require planning permission, the Planning • An integrated approach to waste management – to Authority will ensure that they are carefully and include wastes generated during the construction sensitively designed. Lighting fixtures should provide phase of development as well as the operation and only the amount of light necessary for the task in maintenance phases – having particular regard hand and shield the light given out in order to avoid to ‘Best Practice Guidelines on the Preparation creating glare or emitting light above a horizontal of Waste Management Plans for Construction & plane. (Refer also to Section 8.2.4.4 and Section 5.1.3.2) Demolition Projects’ (2006). For further guidance refer to the Institution of Lighting Professions (ILP) ‘Guidance Notes for the Reduction of • Designs and layouts for basements and Obtrusive Light’. underground car parks that do not result in any potential for them to flood from within or without with particular emphasis on venting arrangements 8.2.9.7 New Developments–Environmental and access ramps. Impacts • Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) that balances the impact of urban drainage through The Development Management Thresholds the achievement of control of run-off quantity and Information Document 2010-2016 (Appendix 10), quality and enhances amenity and habitat. The a tool to assist in the preparation of Planning requirements of the UK’s Construction Industry 8 Applications, identifies thresholds for both residential Research and Information Association (CIRIA) and commercial development and outlines the ‘SuDS Manual’ shall be followed unless specifically package of environmental information that will be exempted by the Planning Authority. required as an integral part of a planning application. • Waste storage facilities that are suitably located Applications for developments of 10+ residential units and designed and shall meet accessibility or <500sq.m. commercial shall: requirements in accordance with Part M of the • Identify facilities for wheeled bin collection and Building Regulations. litter collection points. • Waste storage facilities that can be easily accessed • Provide a Waste Management Plan. by waste collection providers and not located in areas where they cannot be serviced i.e. where Applications for developments of 20+ residential height restrictions may pose difficulties for service units or ≥500sq.m. commercial shall: vehicles.

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• Commercial waste storage areas/bins that are surfacing (for parking or other uses), compensatory securely locked and allocated on a tenant by tenant soft surfacing shall be provided or a reinforced basis to avoid contamination. grass area used instead of a hard surface. • Access to private waste storage areas should be • Ensure that the ongoing development of the restricted to private resident use only. County is undertaken in such a way in order not to compromise the quality of surface water (and The Planning Authority will: associated habitats and species) and groundwater. • Not permit culverting of streams unless considered Developments shall not give rise to the pollution of absolutely necessary by the Council’s Water ground or surface waters both during construction Services Section. and subsequent operation. This shall be achieved through the adherence to best practice in the • Require in developments adjacent to watercourses, design, installation and management of systems that any structure be set back a minimum distance for the interception, collection and appropriate of 10 metres from the top of the bank to allow disposal or treatment of all surface water and access for channel cleaning and maintenance, effluents. unless otherwise agreed with the Planning Authority. • Where brownfield redevelopment is proposed, require adequate and appropriate investigations • Only permit development when satisfied that to be carried out into the nature and extent of any the requirements of ‘The Planning System and soil and groundwater contamination and the risks Flood Risk Management Guidelines for Planning associated with site development work. Authorities’ (DoEHLG 2009) have been complied with. • Only permit development when satisfied that new 8.2.9.8 Landfill Sites and Refuse Transfer and existing developments are not exposed to Stations increased risk of flooding and that any loss of flood storage is compensated for elsewhere in the river In considering planning applications for privately catchment. Where required, a site specific Flood operated landfill sites the Council will have regard to Risk Assessment and Management Plan shall be the provisions of the appropriate European Council prepared for the site. This shall be carried out by a Directives together with appropriate national firm of Civil Engineers with significant experience legislation and regulations in respect of disposal of in flood modelling and mapping. waste and disposal of toxic and dangerous waste. The • When considering planning applications which Irish Aviation Authority will be consulted regarding include significant hard surfacing, attach potential interference to aviation through bird hazard conditions which seek to minimise and limit in relation to such facilities. Where permission is the extent of hard surfacing and paving as well granted, stringent conditions will be imposed in as requiring the use of sustainable drainage the interest of health, safety and preservation of techniques, including in particular permeable amenities. paving or surfaces such as gravel or slate chippings. A refuse transfer station will only be permitted where The aim generally being to reduce run-off rates and it does not materially detract from the relevant Land flow volumes from parking areas as well as access Use Zoning Objective and is at a scale appropriate to roads. For all developments where existing grass its surrounding environment and adjoining amenities. or planted areas are being removed to install hard

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8.2.9.9 Telecommunications Antennae and • With regard to development adjacent to an 110kv Structures overhead line, a clearance distance of 20 metres either side of the centre line or 23 metres around a In the consideration of proposals for pylon is recommended. telecommunications antennae and support • For a 220kv overhead line, a clearance distance of structures, applicants will be required to demonstrate: 30 metres either side of the centre line or around a • Compliance with the Planning Guidelines for pylon is required. ‘Telecommunications Antennae and Support Structures’ (1996) and Circular Letter PL 07/12 8.2.9.11 issued by the Department of the Environment and Drainage and Water Supply Local Government (as may be amended from time All planning applications submitted shall clearly show to time), and to other publications and material as proposed water supply arrangements and surface and may be relevant in the circumstances. waste water drainage proposals having due regard to • On a map the location of all existing SuDS (Refer also to Section 5.1.1.8). telecommunications structures within a 1km radius of the proposed site, stating reasons why (if not proposed) it is not feasible to share existing facilities having regard to the ‘Code of Practice on Sharing of Radio Sites’ issued by the Commission 8.2.10 Climate Change for Communications Regulation. Adaptation and Energy • To what degree the proposal will impact on the amenities of occupiers of nearby properties, or the amenities of the area - e.g. visual impacts of masts and associated equipment cabinets, security 8.2.10.1 Renewable Energy & Energy fencing treatment etc. – and the potential for Upgrade mitigating visual impacts including low and mid- level landscape screening, tree-type masts being The Planning Authority notes that under current provided where appropriate, colouring or painting planning legislation SI No 83 of 2007 and SI No. 235 of masts and antennae, and considered access of 2008 (Domestic and Non-Domestic respectively) arrangements. inclusion of certain renewable technology is • A statement from operators of compliance with considered exempt development. For all other the Guidelines of the ‘International Commission development the Planning Authority will respond on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP)’ to planning applications for renewable energy published in 1998 and any amending Guidelines, in developments on a case-by-case basis. They will be order to reduce genuine public health and safety considered in the context of current Government concerns. policy on the subject but will take into account other, often competing, Council policies on land usage • Any impacts on rights-of-way and walking. relating to sectors such as agriculture, tourism and Note: In circumstances where telecommunications outdoor recreational activities, the protection of the antennae and structure(s) have the potential to scenic areas of the County, sensitive ecological sites, adversely impact on the visual amenities of an area and any relevant guidelines issued from time-to-time or on the existing building/structure, the Planning by the Department of the Environment, Community Authority would not normally grant permission. In and Local Government. cases where there is likely to be a visual impact, the When assessing planning applications for wind applicant shall be required to submit a visual impact energy developments the Planning Authority will have assessment. regard to the ‘Wind Energy Development Guidelines 8 for Planning Authorities’ (2006), published by the 8.2.9.10 Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Development and Overhead Power Government. Criteria for wind energy development Lines that the Planning Authority requires to take into account when considering any wind energy or related In determining applications proximate to overhead proposals include: power lines the Planning Authority will have regard to the clearance distances as recommended by the • Sensitivity of the landscape and adjoining Electricity Supply Board (ESB) and other service landscapes to wind energy projects. providers: • Scale, size and layout of the project, any cumulative • For development in proximity to a 10kv or a 38kv effects due to other projects and the degree to overhead line, no specific clearance is required. which impacts are highly visible over vast areas.

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• Visual impact on protected views and prospects, However the Council remains supportive of off-shore and designated scenic landscapes as well as local wind energy development and small-scale wind visual impacts. energy developments within urban and industrial areas. • Impact on nature conservation, archaeology and historic structures, public rights of way and walking routes. 8.2.10.3 Energy Efficiency and Climate • Local environmental impacts including noise, Change Adaptation shadow flicker. Design statements which are submitted as part • The visual and environmental impacts of associated of planning applications for larger/more complex development such as access roads, plant, grid development proposals (comprising of 30+ residential connections etc. units or 1,000sq.m+ commercial) should include a • Compliance with the Habitats Directive. section in relation to Climate Change adaptation measures thus ensuring that the development is The Planning Authority may also require an equipped for challenges anticipated from a changing Environmental Impact Statement to be carried out climate. For residential development regard should as part of any planning application for large-scale be had to Criteria 9 of the DoEHLG, ‘Urban Design commercial wind turbine schemes. Manual, A Best Practice Guide’ (2009) which relates to The findings of the Wind Energy Strategy in relation adaptability. to their being no practical potential for economic on- The Planning Authority will require all applications to shore wind farm development in the County should meet the highest standards of sustainable design and be noted by any applicant. (Refer also to Appendix 6). construction and conform in full with the sustainable energy policies outlined in Section 5.2 - ‘Climate 8.2.10.2 Wind Energy Change, Energy Efficiency and Flooding’. Developments which include major refurbishment or change of use, 8 When assessing planning applications for wind energy may be required to submit an Energy Statement with developments the Planning Authority will have regard the planning application addressing how demolition, to the ‘Wind Energy Development Guidelines for construction and long-term management of the Planning Authorities’ (2006), published by the DoEHLG, development will be catered for and how energy and the 2013 proposed revisions to the Wind Energy considerations have been inherently addressed in the Development Guidelines. The Planning Authority development. This will be dealt with on a case-by-case will also have regard to the Wind Energy Strategy basis through the pre-planning process. in Appendix 6 of this County Plan. This Strategy has Energy Statements submitted should be in accordance analysed suitable area for wind energy in the County with Article 8.o `Operation` of IS 399 `Energy Efficient and it concludes by recommending there are no areas Design management` developed by `Sustainable in the County where large scale commercial wind Energy Authority of Ireland` (SEAI) in conjunction energy infrastructure should be either ‘acceptable in with the `National Standards Authority of Ireland principle’ or ‘open to consideration’. `(NSAI). The author of the energy report should be appropriately qualified or competent to undertake the

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assessment. Other approved certification methods Any FRA should include an assessment of the potential such as BREAM, LEED, PHPP or equivalent standards impacts of climate change, such as an increase in the will be deemed as acceptable in lieu of IS 399 2014. extent or probability of flooding, and any associated measures necessary to address these impacts. 8.2.10.4 Flood Risk Management The planning application should also include the Development Management Justification Test carried In 2009 the Department of the Environment, Heritage out in accordance with box 5.1 in the Flooding and Local Government issued ‘The Planning System Guidelines. and Flood Risk Management’ Guidelines for Planning All parties involved in the making of a planning Authorities. Regard shall be had to these guidelines application should consult the CFRAM maps at pre- and DoECLG Circular Pl2/2014 during the preparation planning stage to ascertain whether FRA is required. of planning applications. All larger developments in areas at risk of flooding as The Eastern Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and identified on the CFRAM maps shall be designed using Management (CFRAM) maps should be consulted at flood resilient construction measures. A statement pre-planning stage and when planning applications shall be submitted with each FRA to show how it is are lodged. intended to comply with the above. Table 12 in Section 5.1 of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown All new development shall comply with the standards Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (FRA), which is as set out in the Greater Dublin Strategic Development contained in Appendix 13, outlines the five stage Study (GDSDS). Development Management process advocated by the All new planning applications shall be accompanied Guidelines. by a surface water drainage plan which will include (i) Applications for Minor Development in Areas proposals for the management of surface water at Risk of Flooding within sites, protecting the water quality of the existing water bodies and groundwater sources, and Minor developments will include small-scale retrofitting best practice SuDs techniques on existing infill, small extensions to houses or the rebuilding sites, where possible. of houses, and most changes of use of existing buildings and or extensions and additions to existing Checklist for Larger Developments in Areas at Risk of commercial and industrial enterprises. The sequential Flooding: approach and justification test will not apply in • FRA in accordance with Table 12 in Section 5.1 of these instances. However, an assessment of the risks the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Strategic Flood of flooding should accompany such applications Risk Assessment (SFRA) (Appendix 13) or Section to demonstrate that they would not have adverse 5.9 of the Flooding Guidelines carried out by an impacts or impede access to a watercourse, floodplain appropriately qualified Engineer with relevant FRA or flood protection and management facilities. The experience (as deemed acceptable by the Planning design of built elements in these applications should Authority). demonstrate principles of flood resilient design (Refer also to Section 4 - Designing for residual flood risk • Development Management Justification Test. of the Technical appendices to the DoECLG Flooding • Flood resilient design and statement to be Guidelines). submitted. Checklist for Minor Developments in Areas at Risk of • Compliance with GDSDS. Flooding: • SuDs. • Assessment of flood risk carried out by an appropriately qualified Engineer with relevant FRA • Potential impacts of Climate Change experience (as deemed acceptable by the Planning Authority). 8.2.10.5 Coastal Issues - Erosion/Flooding/ 8 • Flood resilient design. Recreation (ii) Applications for Larger Developments in Areas at Risk of Flooding (i) Erosion and Flooding Applications for larger developments on lands at risk The Planning Authority will refer to the Coastal of flooding in the built-up area will require a FRA to Defence Strategy in the assessment of planning be carried out by an appropriately qualified Chartered applications in the areas identified within the strategy Engineer as outlined in Table 12, Section 5.1 in Appendix as being at risk from erosion and/or coastal flooding. 13 and in the Guidelines. The FRA should be suitably Where possible, the landward migration of coastal detailed to quantify the risks and the effects of any features, such as cliffs and marshes, shall be facilitated residual mitigation/adaptation together with the as these features form an integral part of the coastal measures needed to manage residual risks. system – both physically and ecologically – and provide protection against wave energy through dissipation.

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8.2.11 Archaeological and Architectural Heritage

8.2.11.1 Archaeological Heritage

All development proposals that may (due to their location, size, or nature) have implications for archaeological heritage shall be accompanied by an Archaeological Impact Assessment and Method Statement. This assessment will require to: • Clarify the significance of the site - in accordance with Section 3.6 of the Government’s ‘Framework and Principles for the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage’. • Define the buffer area or area contiguous with the monument which will preserve the setting and visual amenity of the site. (ii) Water Sports and Development The Planning Authority will normally only permit • Address measures that will be taken to protect the proposals for development associated with water significance of the site. sports where all the following criteria are satisfied: • Identify the likely impact of the proposed • Proposed facilities are fully compatible with any development on any archaeological fabric and existing use of water, including non-recreational suggested mitigation measures to address these use. impacts. • Will not result in damage to sites of nature Pre-development archaeological testing, surveying, conservation importance or features of monitoring and recording shall be carried out where archaeological and built heritage. appropriate. • Can be satisfactorily integrated into its seascape, If a monument included in the Record of Monuments landscape or townscape surroundings. and Places (RMP) lies within the open space requirement of any development, a conservation plan • Will not have an unacceptable impact on visual for that monument may be requested as part of the amenity especially in Areas of Special Amenity, or overall landscape plan for that proposed open space. other locally important scenic areas. All planning applications and other development • Will not result in over intensification of use leading proposals which are in, or might affect, sites and to pollution, excessive noise and nuisance. features of historical and archaeological interest, shall • Will not unduly restrict access to the water. be referred to the Minister through the Department of Environment, Community & Local Government. • Development complies with the Habitats Directive. Development on the foreshore which is connected to the land, and development within the newly defined 8.2.11.2 Architectural Heritage - Protected nearshore area, other than those that are strategic Structures infrastructure, or requiring EIA or AA, will require 8 planning permission, as detailed in the Maritime Area The inclusion of a structure in the Record of Protected and Foreshore (Amendment) Bill 2013. Structures does not prevent a change of use of the structure, and/or development of, and/or extension to, provided that the impact of any proposed development does not negatively affect the character of the Protected Structure and its setting (Refer also to Section 6.1.3). Any works which materially affect the character of a Protected Structure requires planning permission. Owners and occupiers proposing to carry out any works to a Protected Structure can seek a declaration under the provisions of Section 57 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000 (as amended). Section 57

216 dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2016 - 2022 | 8.2 Development Management declaration sets out the type of works which would distinguish clearly between the existing structure or would not materially affect the character of the and the proposed work. structure or any element of the structure which The detail required to be submitted will be dependent contributes to its special interest. on the significance of the building and the nature All development proposals potentially impacting and extent of works proposed. It may be of benefit to on Protected Structures shall have regard to the discuss specific requirements at pre-planning stage. Department of the Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht ‘Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines for (i) Works to a Protected Structure Planning Authorities’, (2011). In assessing works (inclusive of extensions/alterations/ The refurbishment, re-use and, where appropriate, change of use etc.) to a Protected Structure, the redevelopment of Protected Structures, and their Planning Authority will seek to ensure that: setting, shall not adversely affect the character and • Alterations and interventions to Protected special interest of the building. Structures shall be executed to the highest All planning applications for works to a Protected conservation standards, and shall not detract from Structure must include an Architectural Heritage their significance or value. Impact Assessment in accordance with Appendix • Original features of architectural and historic B of the DoAHG ‘Architectural Heritage Protection interest will be retained. Interventions proposed Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ to assist in should be minimised in order to retain the legibility the assessment of proposals. This report should be of the existing floor plan. prepared by an accredited conservation architect or equivalent (a list of suitably qualified professionals • All works should be carried out to the highest is available on the Irish Georgian Society and RIAI possible standard, under supervision of a qualified websites). The report should: professional with specialised conservation expertise. On-site operatives/contractors should • Outline the significance of the building(s). have experience dealing with historic buildings. • Include a detailed survey of the building identifying • Appropriately scaled extensions should all surviving original/early features and associated complement, and be subsidiary to, the main photographic survey. structure be positioned generally to the rear • Include a method statement and specification of elevation or less prominent elevation. Full width works. extensions will not normally be permitted. • Details of proposed works should be clearly • Good conservation practice recommends that identified on the accompanying survey drawings extensions should be ‘of their time’ and to high by way of colour coding and/or annotated notes to standards of design using materials that both respect and are complementary to the existing building.

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• External fittings (such as meter boxes, ventilation setting and amenity. The overall guiding principle grilles, security cameras, burglar alarms, cables) will be an insistence on high quality in both materials should be sited to minimise their visual impact and and design which both respects and compliments should not be affixed to the principal elevation. the Protected Structure and its setting. Innovative Where this is unavoidable, fixtures and associated contemporary design in accordance with international fittings should utilitize any vertical or horizontal best practice is encouraged. Pastiche design should lines, i.e. channeling the wires along rainwater be avoided as it confuses the historical record of the goods and mouldings. existing building and diminishes its architectural integrity. • All planning applications will be referred to the Department of the Arts, Heritage and the All planning applications for development in Gaeltacht and the prescribed bodies. The Planning proximity to a Protected Structure must be Authority will have regard to the advice and accompanied by a design statement, with supporting recommendations received from the prescribed illustrative material, demonstrating how it has bodies, both in respect of whether or not to been developed having regard to the built heritage, grant planning permission and in respect of the topography and landscape character of the site. conditions to which permission, if granted, should An accredited conservation architect or equivalent be subject. should be engaged at the outset of the design process to assist in determining the appropriate siting of the • The special interest of the structure is not development in order to minimise the impact on the compromised when meeting the requirements of Protected Structure. It may be of benefit to discuss Building Regulations. Those that are particularly specific requirements at pre-planning stage. relevant to works in relation to historic buildings are Part B `Fire Safety` and Part M `Access and Use`. Any proposal for development will be assessed in Applications for works to meet the requirements terms of the following: of the Building Regulations shall be guided by the • The proximity and potential impact in terms principles of minimum intervention to the historic of scale, height, massing and alignment on the fabric. Protected Structure, to ensure that harmony • In considering proposals to meet Part M regard produced by particular grouping of buildings and should be had to the Department of Art, Heritage the quality of spaces and views between them is and the Gaeltacht advice series ‘Access: Improving not adversely affected. the Accessibility of Historic Buildings and Places’ • The quality and palette of materials and finishes (2011). proposed. • The retention of original features will be • Works to the Protected Structure should take place encouraged. in tandem with the proposed development to (Refer to Section 8.2.4.9(iv) in relation to car parking/ ensure a holistic approach to the site. vehicular access arrangements for a Protected • Impact on existing features and important Structure). landscape elements including trees, hedgerows and boundary treatments. (ii) Change of Use of a Protected Structure In most instances the original use for which a structure • Impact of associated works including street was built will be the most appropriate. However, furniture, car parking, hard landscaping finishes, in certain cases a change of use may be considered lighting and services. appropriate and may help to safeguard the Protected Structure status of a building. 8.2.11.3 Architectural Conservation Areas In assessing a proposed change of usage or the reuse of a redundant building, regard will be had to the The guiding principle of ACAs is to protect the special 8 compatibility of such use in terms of its impact on external expression of the buildings and the unique the character and special interest of the structure. qualities of the area to ensure future development is Any interventions that are necessitated by such works carried out in a manner sympathetic to its distinctive should seek to cause minimum interference with the character. floor plan and fabric of the building when complying The objective of each ACA is to: with relevant Building Regulations. All proposed changes of use must comply with the zoning • Identify the special character of the area. objectives for the site. • Set out conservation and planning policies which protect its special character and guide future (iii) Development in Proximity to a Protected development. Structure Any proposed development within the curtilage, • Inform owners/occupiers and developers of the attendant grounds or in close proximity to a Protected type of work(s) that would require planning Structure has the potential to adversely affect its permission.

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The boundary of each ACA is delineated and accompanied by a detailed description of the architectural character and special interest with policies and objectives to assist in the preservation and management of the area. These can be viewed at http://www.dlrcoco.ie/conservation/cons_areas.html. Owners, occupiers or developers proposing to carry out works within an ACA should be aware that the normal exemptions from seeking planning permission will no longer apply if the Planning Authority considers the works will materially affect the character of the ACA. In order to preserve and enhance the character of ACAs the Planning Authority seeks to: demonstrate that the special character of the ACA • Retain original features including windows, doors, will not be adversely affected. roof coverings, boundary treatments (such as • Works to improve the public realm such as stone walls, hedges and railing) and other features new surfaces, dished pavements, traffic control of interest that contribute to the streetscape measures including signage and ramps shall character. respect and enhance the essential character of the • Encourage the reinstatement of lost architectural ACA. and boundary treatments detailing (where there is • Any new street furniture (such as bins, lighting, physical or documentary evidence) to buildings of signage-poles etc) shall be of a high quality with interest and townscape value. consideration given to their siting and location. • Retain any surviving kerbing/paving and items of Street furniture should be kept to a minimum and street furniture that contributes to the character any redundant street furniture removed. of the ACA in line with Policy AR15, Section 6.1.4.4. (Refer to Section 8.2.4.9(iv) in relation to car parking/ vehicular access arrangements within an ACA.) (i) New Development within an ACA A sensitive design approach is required for any development proposals in order to respect the established character and urban morphology. Where development is appropriate, contemporary design is 8.2.12 Community Support encouraged that is complementary and sympathetic Facilities to the surrounding context and scale. All planning applications for development within an ACA shall have regard to the following criteria: 8.2.12.1 • All developments within an ACA should be site Childcare specific and take account of context without With the growing demand for childcare, there is equal imitating earlier styles. New developments should recognition that childcare must be of suitably high normally be ‘of their time’ and to the high standards quality. Childcare provision has also been recognised of design with contemporary design encouraged. as one measure to address poverty and social ‘Pastiche’ design should normally be avoided. exclusion. The Planning Authority will seek to facilitate • Demolition of structures that contribute to the provision of childcare facilities in appropriate the streetscape character will not normally be locations throughout the County and may require permitted. Where demolition is proposed a key their provision in large residential, public community, consideration is the quality of any replacement commercial and retail developments in accordance 8 structure and whether it enhances/contributes to with the provisions of the DoEHLG ‘Childcare Facilities the ACA. Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ (2001) and the Child Care (Pre-School Services) (No. 2) Regulations • Where proposals include modifications and/ (2006) and Child Care (Pre-School Services) (No 2) or alterations or extensions affecting structures (Amendment) Regulations (2006) (Department of within an ACA, these should be designed and Health and Children). sited appropriately and not be detrimental to the character of either the structure or its setting and In assessing individual planning applications for context within the ACA. childcare facilities the Planning Authority will have regard to the following: • Where development proposals seek to amalgamate one or more sites, the scheme will be required • Suitability of the site for the type and size of facility to demonstrate sensitive planning and design proposed. treatment. The onus will be on the applicant to • Adequate sleeping/rest facilities.

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• Adequate availability of indoor and outdoor play The operation of these premises shall not have space. negative impacts on the residential amenities of the surrounding area. Parking and access arrangements • Convenience to public transport nodes. shall be as per the Transportation Section’s • Safe access and convenient off-street car parking requirements, while parking areas shall not dominate and/or suitable drop-off and collection points for the front curtilage of the property in contrast to customers and staff. adjoining dwellings, and shall be similarly landscaped. Medical practices in residential areas should normally • Local traffic conditions. be additions to the existing residential use of a • Number of such facilities in the area. In this dwelling and be subordinate to it in most cases. regard, the applicant shall submit a map showing Similar to childcare facilities in residential areas – locations of childcare facilities within the vicinity of small-scale medical practices should ideally be in the subject site and demonstrate the need for an larger, and detached houses on their own grounds and additional facility at that location. with suitable and convenient access for those arriving by car, foot or public transport. • Intended hours of operation. Applications for childcare facilities in existing Larger scale and group medical practices should residential areas will be treated on their merits, normally only be located in Neighbourhood, District having regard to the likely effect on the amenities of and Major Town Centre zonings. They should not have adjoining properties, and compliance with the above negative impacts in terms of generating overspill criteria. of car parking, traffic hazard, negative impact on adjoining residential uses, and should complement Detached houses or substantial semi-detached the existing uses and buildings and should have only properties are most suitable for the provision of full modest signage. day care facilities. Properties with childcare should include a residential component within the dwelling, In the case of veterinary surgeries, full details of all and preferably should be occupied by the operator or services provided on site shall be submitted including a staff member of the childcare facility. details of overnight facilities (including kennels/staff accommodation) and out of hours services shall be For new residential developments, the most suitable submitted together with noise mitigation measures facility for the provision of full day care should be a were appropriate. purpose built, ground floor, stand alone property. In assessing applications for new childcare facilities, 8.2.12.3 the Planning Authority will consult with the Dún Community Facilities Laoghaire-Rathdown County Childcare Committee to As a general principle the location and provision of assess the need for the type of facility proposed at the community facilities is a pre-requisite to the creation intended location. and enhancement of viable, enjoyable, sustainable (Refer to Section 8.2.4.11 in relation to car parking and attractive local communities. standards for childcare facilities). In assessing planning applications for leisure facilities, sports grounds, playing fields, play areas, community 8.2.12.2 Medical Surgeries/Centres for halls, organisational meeting facilities, medical facilities, childcare facilities, new school provision and Medical Practitioners other community orientated developments, regard will be had to the following: The Planning Authority will distinguish between small- scale medical practices involving one to two principals • Overall need in terms of necessity, deficiency, and (i.e. doctor/dentist/physiotherapist owning the opportunity to enhance or develop local or County business) with a maximum of one to two employees, facilities. and larger medical practices accommodating two or 8 • Practicalities of site in terms of site location relating more medical practitioners and two or more support to uses, impact on local amenities, desirability, and staff. accessibility. The Planning Authority will consider on their own • Conformity with the requirements of appropriate merits, any applications for the establishment of legislative guidelines. small-scale medical practices, or the extension/ refurbishment of existing small-scale medical • Conformity with land use zoning objectives. practices, in residential areas. Applications should involve professional medical (commercial) activities carried out by the resident of the building or, the 8.2.12.4 School Development premises should incorporate an otherwise occupied living unit. The living accommodation should comprise The Planning Authority will consider school a minimum of circa 45% of the overall building floor developments having regard to specific requirements area. of the Department of Education and Skills and

220 dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2016 - 2022 | 8.2 Development Management guidance set out within ‘The Provision of Schools and • Impact on local amenities and out of school hours the Planning System, A Code of Practice for Panning uses/dual functioning of school facilities. Authorities, the Department of Education and Science, • Conformity with the requirements of appropriate and the Department of the Environment, Heritage legislative guidelines. and Local Government, 2008’. • Conformity with land use zoning objectives. In general, new Schools shall be developed in areas where new/additional schools are required as • In all cases, a School Travel Plan shall be submitted identified by the DES and/or within existing school/ with an application for any school development, education sites. requirements of which should be ascertained at pre-planning stage. In assessing individual planning applications for new schools and/or redevelopment/extensions of existing • Temporary classrooms will be assessed on a schools, the Planning Authority will have regard to the case-by-case basis and will generally be accepted following: for a period not exceeding five years and such classrooms should not interfere with onsite car/ • Overall need in terms of necessity, deficiency, and cycle parking spaces or unduly impact the usability opportunity to enhance or develop schools. of outdoor play/sports facilities. • Site location, proximity of school to catchment area, • Extensions to schools will generally be accepted size of site relative to outdoor space requirements where they will replace existing temporary and the future needs of the school (i.e sufficient classroom structures on site. School extensions space provided for future expansion). should be located having regard to adjoining • Traffic and transport impact on the surrounding amenities and amenities within the school site. road network. • Dual function of sports facilities/halls etc outside • Good accessible pedestrian and cyclist routes to of school hours will be encouraged where the use and from the school from nearby residential and of such facilities will be of a benefit to the wider commercial areas. community, however any outside hours usage of the school should not be to the detriment of • Adequate cycle facilities in accordance with the adjoining residential amenities. Full details of all requirements in the Council Cycle Policy Guidelines anticipated uses outside of school hours should be and Standards. provided with the planning application. • Adequate car parking layout to facilitate drop off/ pick up. • Adequate signage, lighting and boundary treatments.

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8.3 Land Use Zoning Objectives

8.3.1 Purpose of Use Zoning 8.3.3 Permitted In Principle Objectives Land uses designated under each zoning objective as The purpose of land use zoning is to indicate the ‘Permitted in Principle’ are, subject to compliance with planning control objectives of the Council for all the relevant policies, standards and requirements set lands in its administrative area. Eighteen such zones out in this Plan, generally acceptable. are indicated in this Plan. They are identified by letter and colour on the Development Plan Maps. The land use zones used and the various objectives for these areas are detailed in Table Nos. 8.3.1 to 8.3.19. An objective is also outlined for the Cherrywood Strategic 8.3.4 Open For Consideration Development Zone. Table Nos. 8.3.2 to 8.3.19 inclusive are intended as Uses shown as ‘Open for Consideration’ are uses which guidelines in assessing development proposals. may be permitted where the Planning Authority is However, they relate only to land use. Factors such satisfied that the proposed development would be as making the most efficient use of land, density, compatible with the overall policies and objectives height, massing, traffic generation, public health for the zone, would not have undesirable effects, regulations, design criteria, visual amenity and and would otherwise be consistent with the proper potential nuisance by way of noise, odour or air planning and sustainable development of the area. pollution are also of importance in establishing whether or not a development proposal conforms to the proper planning and sustainable development of an area. General guidelines are set out in subsequent paragraphs of this part of the Written Statement. 8.3.5 Not Permitted Table Nos. 18.3.2 to 18.3.19 list the land use activities most commonly encountered in the County and each Uses which are not indicated as ‘Permitted in Principle’ is defined in Section 8.3.12 at the end of this chapter. or ‘Open for Consideration’ will not be permitted. They are intended as a general guideline and the uses listed are not exhaustive.

8.3.6 Conditioned Open Space 8.3.2 Transitional Zonal Areas Irrespective of zoning, if land is conditioned open space, no development shall be permitted, except The maps of the County Development Plan show where it enhances the recreational amenity of the the boundaries between zones. While the zoning area. objectives and development management standards 8 indicate the different uses and densities, etc. permitted in each zone, it is important to avoid abrupt transitions in scale and use in the boundary areas of adjoining land use zones. In dealing with development 8.3.7 Other Uses proposals in these contiguous transitional zonal areas, it is necessary to avoid developments which would be detrimental to the amenities of the more Other Uses not specifically mentioned throughout the environmentally sensitive zone. For instance, in zones Use Tables will be considered on a case-by-case basis abutting ‘residential areas’ or abutting residential in relation to the general policies of the Plan and to development within mixed-use zones, particular the zoning objectives for the area in question. attention must be paid to the use, scale and density of development proposals in order to protect the amenities of these residential properties.

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• Portion fronting the N11 – Land Use Zoning Objective A - To protect and/or improve residential 8.3.8 Non-Conforming Uses amenity. • Area to south of the M50 and north of Bridesglen Throughout the County there are uses which do not Stream – Land Use Zoning Objective G – To protect conform to the zoning objective for the area. All such and improve high amenity areas. uses, where legally established (the appointed day being 1 October 1964) or were in existence longer than • Area to the south of the M50 from the Bridesglen 7 years, shall not be subject to proceedings under the Stream to the Ballycorus Road – Land Use Zoning Act in respect of continuing use. When extensions Objective B- To protect and improve rural amenity to, or improvements of, premises accommodating and to provide for the development of agriculture. such uses are proposed, each shall be considered on their merits, and permission may be granted where the proposed development does not adversely affect the amenities of premises in the vicinity and does not prejudice the proper planning and sustainable 8.3.11 Appropriate Assessment. development of the area. The Council will ensure that any plan/project and any associated works, individually or in combination with other plans or projects, are subject to Appropriate Assessment Screening to ensure there are no likely 8.3.9 Sandyford Urban significant effects on the integrity (defined by the Framework Plan (SUFP) structure and function) of any Natura 2000 site(s) and that the requirements of Article 6(3) and 6(4) of the EU Habitats Directive are fully satisfied. Where The Sandyford Urban Framework Plan was adopted a plan/project is likely to have a significant effect by way of a variation to the County Development Plan on a Natura 2000 site or there is uncertainty with 2010 – 2016 in September 2011. The Plan was prepared regard to effects, it shall be subject to Appropriate in response to the fact that development in Sandyford Assessment. The plan/project will proceed only after had occurred at an unprecedented pace and in a it has been ascertained that it will not adversely affect piecemeal fashion (Refer also to section 1.3.5.2 and the integrity of the site or where, in the absence of Appendix 15). alternative solutions, the plan/project is deemed Within the Sandyford Business District there are uses imperative for reasons of overriding public interest, all that do not conform to the Zoning Objectives of the in accordance with the provisions of Article 6(3) and area. The Council will support the expansion and/ 6(4) of the EU Habitats Directive.’ or improvement of existing non conforming uses that are not considered likely to impact negatively on the development potential of adjoining sites in accordance with the policies and objectives as set out in the Sandyford Urban Framework Plan (SUFP).

8.3.10 Cherrywood SDZ Planning Scheme 8 Cherrywood SDZ Planning Scheme was approved by An Bord Pleanála in April 2014. Within the Planning Scheme boundary there are lands that do not have a defined land use objective shown on Map 2.1 of the Scheme. These lands are included in the Scheme to provide necessary infrastructure to serve the area. Following on from the provision of this necessary infrastructure the remainder of these undefined lands as identified in the Planning Scheme are zoned as follows;

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TABLE NO. 8.3.1: DEVELOPMENT PLAN ZONING OBJECTIVES Zone Objective A To protect and/or improve residential amenity.

A1 To provide for new residential communities in accordance with approved Local Area Plans.

A2 To provide for the creation of sustainable residential neighbourhoods and preserve and protect residential amenity (applies to SUFP area only)

B To protect and improve rural amenity and to provide for the development of agriculture.

NC To protect, provide for and/or improve mixed-use neighbourhood centre facilities.

DC To protect, provide for and/or improve mixed-use district centre facilities.

MTC To protect, provide for and/or improve major town centre facilities.

E To provide for economic development and employment.

F To preserve and provide for open space with ancillary active recreational amenities.

G To protect and improve high amenity areas.

GB To protect and enhance the open nature of lands between urban areas.

TLI To facilitate, support and enhance the development of third level education institutions.

LIW To improve and provide for low density warehousing/light industrial warehousing uses (applies to SUFP area only).

MH To improve, encourage and facilitate the provision and expansion of medical hospital uses and services.

MIC To consolidate and complete the development of the mixed use inner core to enhance and reinforce sustainable development (applies to SUFP area only).

MOC To provide for a mix of uses which complements the mixed use inner core, but with less retail and residential and more emphasis on employment and services (applies to SUFP area only).

OE To provide for office and enterprise development (applies to SUFP area only).

W To provide for waterfront development and harbour related uses.

SDZ Refer to Planning Scheme for Details (Strategic Development Zone).

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TABLE NO. 8.3.2 TABLE NO. 8.3.3 ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘A’ ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘A1’ ‘To protect and/or improve residential amenity’. ‘To provide for new residential communities in accordance with approved local area plans’. Permitted in Principle Permitted In Principle Assisted Living Accommodation, Open Space, Public Services, Residential, Residential Institution, Assisted Living Accommodation, Carpark, Caravan Travellers Accommodation. Park-Residential, Community Facility, Craft Centre/ Craft Shop, Childcare Service, Cultural Use, Doctor/ Open For Consideration Dentist etc., Education, Embassy, Enterprise Centre, Allotments, Bring Banks/Bring Centres, Carpark, Funeral Home, Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Guest Caravan Park-Holiday, Caravan Park-Residential, House, Health Centre, Industry-Light, Off-License, Cemetery, Community Facility, Childcare Service, Offices less than 600sq.m, Open Space, Petrol Cultural Use, Doctor/Dentist etc., Education, Station, Place of Public Worship, Public House, Embassy, Enterprise Centre, Funeral Home, Garden Public Services, Residential, Residential Institution, Centre/Plant Nursery, Guest House, Health Centre, Restaurant, Service Garage, Shop-Specialist, Shop- Home Based Economic Activities, Hotel/Motel, Neighbourhood, Shop District, Sports Facility, Tea Household Fuel Depot, Industry-Light, Part Off- Room/Café, Travellers Accommodation, Veterinary License, Office Based Industrya, Offices less than Surgery. 200sq.m.b, Petrol Station, Place of Public Worship, Open For Consideration Public House, Restaurant, Service Garage, Shop Neighbourhood, Sports Facility, Tea Room/Café, Allotments, Advertisement and Advertising Veterinary Surgery. Structures, Agricultural Buildings, Betting Office, Caravan Park-Holiday, Cash & Carry/Wholesale Outlet, Cemetery, Nightclub, Heavy Vehicle Park, a: less than 200sq.m. Home Based Economic Activities, Hospital, Hotel/ b: Where the use will not have adverse effects on Motel, Household Fuel Depot, Industry-General, the ‘A’ zoning objective, ‘to protect and/or improve Motor Sales Outlet, Office Based Industry, Offices, residential amenity’. Refuse Transfer Station, Rural Industry-Cottage, Rural Industry-Food, Science and Technology Based Industry, Shop-Major Convenience.

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Table 8.3.4 TABLE NO. 8.3.5 Zoning Objective ‘A2’ (applies to Sandyford ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘B’ Urban Framework Plan area only) ‘To protect and improve rural amenity and to ‘To provide for the creation of sustainable provide for the development of agriculture’. residential neighbourhoods, and preserve and Permitted In Principle protect residential amenity’. Allotments, Agricultural Buildings, Boarding Permitted in Principle Kennels, Caravan Park-Holiday, Cemetery, Assisted Living Accommodation, Open Space, Community Facility, Concrete/Asphalt (etc.) Plant Public Services, Residential, Residential Institution, in or adjacent to a Quarry, Home Based Economic Community Facility, Childcare Service. Activities, Industry-Extractive, Open Space, Place of Public Worship, Public Services, Rural Open For Consideration Industry-Cottage, Rural Industry-Food, Travellers Bring Banks/Bring Centres, Carpark (ancillary), Accommodation. Cultural use, Doctor/Dentist etc., Home Based Open For Consideration Economic Activities. Abattoir, Carpark, Craft Centre/Craft Shop, Childcare Service, Cultural Use, Doctor/Dentist etc., Education, Enterprise Centre, Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Guest Housed, Heavy Vehicle Park, Hospital, Hotel/ Motel, Refuse Landfill/Tip, Refuse Transfer Station, Residentialc, Restaurantd, Science and Technology Based Industry, Shop-Neighbourhood, Sports Facility, Tea Room/Café, Transport Depot, Veterinary Surgery.

c: In accordance with Council policy for residential development in rural areas.

d: In existing premises.

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TABLE NO. 8.3.6 TABLE NO. 8.3.7 ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘NC’ ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘DC’ ‘To protect, provide for and/or improve mixed-use ‘To protect, provide for and/or improve mixed-use neighbourhood centre facilities’. district centre facilities’. Permitted In Principle Permitted In Principle Advertisements & Advertising Structures, Assisted Advertisements & Advertising Structures, Assisted Living Accommodation, Betting Office, Carpark, Living Accommodation, Betting Office, Carpark, Community Facility, Craft Centre/Craft Shop, Community Facility, Craft Centre/Craft Shop, Childcare Service, Cultural Use, Doctor/Dentist etc., Childcare Service, Cultural Use, Nightclub, Doctor/ Education, Embassy, Enterprise Centre, Funeral Dentist etc., Education, Enterprise Centre, Funeral Home, Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Guest House, Home, Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Guest House, Health Centre, Offices less than 300 sq.m., Open Health Centre, Home Based Economic Activities, Space, Petrol Station, Public House, Public Services, Hospital, Hotel/Motel, Household Fuel Depot, Residential, Residential Institution, Restaurant, Industry-Light, Leisure Facility, Motor Sales Outlet, Service Garage, Shop-Neighbourhood, Sports Off-License, Office Based Industry, Offices less than Facility, Tea Room/Café, Veterinary Surgery. 1000sq.m., Open Space, Petrol Station, Public House, Place of Public Worship, Public Services, Residential, Open For Consideration Residential Institution, Restaurant, Service Garage, Cash & Carry/Wholesale Outlet, Nightclub, Home Shop-Major Convenience, Shop-Specialist, Shop- Based Economic Activities, Hotel/Motel, Household Neighbourhood, Shop-District, Sports Facility, Tea Fuel Depot, Motor Sales Outlet, Off-License, Office Room/Café, Veterinary Surgery. Based Industry, Offices less than 600sq.m., Place Open For Consideration of Public Worship, Shop-Specialist, Shop District, Travellers Accommodation. Cash & Carry/Wholesale Outlet, Industry-General, Offices over 1,000 sq.m., Refuse Transfer Station, Shop-Major Comparison, Science and Technology Based Industry, Transport Depot, Travellers Accommodation, Warehousing.

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TABLE NO. 8.3.8 TABLE NO. 8.3.9 ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘MTC’ ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘E’ ‘To protect, provide for and/or improve major town ‘To provide for economic development and centre facilities’. employment’. Permitted In Principle Permitted In Principle Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Assisted Living Accommodation, Betting Office, Carpark, Cash & Carry/Wholesale Outlet, Craft Carpark, Cash & Carry/Wholesale Outlet, Craft Centre/Craft Shop, Childcare Service, Enterprise Centre/Craft Shop, Community Facility, Childcare Centre, Heavy Vehicle Park, Hospital, Household Service, Cultural Use, Nightclub, Doctor/Dentist Fuel Depot, Industry-General, Industry-Light, etc., Education, Embassy, Enterprise Centre, Funeral Industry-Special, Motor Sales Outlet, Office Based Home, Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Guest Industry, Offices, Open Space, Petrol Station, Public House, Health Centre, Home Based Economic Services, Refuse Transfer Station, Rural Industry- Activities, Hospital, Hotel/Motel, Industry-Light, Food, Science and Technology Based Industry, Scrap Leisure Facility, Off-License, Office Based Industry, Yard, Service Garage, Tea Room/Café, Transport Offices, Open Space, Petrol Station, Place of Public Depot, Travellers Accommodation, Warehousing. Worship, Public House, Public Services, Residential, Residential Institution, Restaurant, Service Garage, Open For Consideration Shop-Specialist, Shop-Neighbourhood, Shop- Abattoir, Assisted Living Accommodation, District, Shop-Major Convenience, Shop-Major Boarding Kennels, Community Facility, Cultural Comparison, Sports Facility, Tea Room/Café, Use, Nightclub, Doctor/Dentist etc., Education, Veterinary Surgery. Funeral Home, Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Health Centre, Home Based Economic Activities, Open For Consideration Hotel/Motel, Industry-Extractive, Off-License, Place Heavy Vehicle Park, Household Fuel Depot, Industry- of Public Worship, Public House, Refuse Landfill/ General, Motor Sales Outlet, Refuse Transfer Tip, Residential, Retail Warehouse, Restaurant, Station, Retail Warehouse, Science and Technology Rural Industry-Cottage, Shop Specialist, Shop- Based Industry, Transport Depot, Travellers Neighbourhood, Shop-District, Sports Facility, Accommodation, Warehousing. Veterinary Surgery.

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TABLE NO. 8.3.10 TABLE NO. 8.3.11 ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘F’ ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘G’ ‘To preserve and provide for open space with ‘To protect and improve high amenity areas’. ancillary active recreational amenities’. Permitted In Principle Permitted In Principle Open Space, Travellers Accommodation. Community Facilityg, Cultural Useg, Open Spaceg, g Open For Consideration Sports Facility , Travellers Accommodation. Allotments, Agricultural Buildings, Boarding Open For Consideration Kennels, Carpark, Cemetery, Craft Centre/Craft Allotments, Carparkg, Cemetery, Craft Centre/Craft Shoph, Childcare Service, Community Facility, Shopf, Childcare Servicef, Crematoriumg, Educationg, Concrete/Asphalt (etc.) Plant in or adjacent to a Garden Centre/Plant Nurseryg, Golf Facilityg, Guest Quarry, Cultural Use, Doctor/Dentisth, Education, Housef, Place of Public Worshipg, Public Services, Tea Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Guest Househ, Home Room/Cafég. Based Economic Activitiesh, Hotel/Motelh, Industry- Extractive, Place of Public Worship, Public Services, Residentiali, Restauranth, Rural Industry-Cottage, f : In existing premises Rural Industry-Food, Shop-Neighbourhood, Sports Facility, Tea Room/Caféh, Veterinary Surgeryh. g : Where lands zoned F are to be developed then: Not more than 40% of the land in terms of the built form and surface car parking combined shall be developed upon. Any built form to be h: In existing premises. developed shall be of a high standard of design i: In accordance with Council Policy for including quality finishes and materials. The owner Development in Rural Areas. shall enter into agreement with the Planning Authority pursuant to Section 47 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, or some alternative legally binding agreement restricting the further development of the remaining area (i.e. 60% of the site) which shall be set aside for publicly accessible passive open space or playing fields. Said space shall be provided and laid out in a manner designed to optimise public patronage of the residual open space and/or to protect existing sporting and recreational facilities which may be available for community use.

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TABLE NO. 8.3.12 TABLE NO. 8.3.13 ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘GB’ ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘TLI’ ‘To protect and enhance the open nature of lands ‘To facilitate, support and enhance the development between urban areas’. of third level education institutions’. Permitted In Principle Permitted In Principle Cemetery, Open Space, Place of Public Worship, Carpark, Community Facility, Childcare Service, Travellers Accommodation, Education. Cultural Use, Doctor/Dentist etc., Education, Enterprise Centre, Health Centre, Office less than Open For Consideration l 1000 sq.m. , Open Space, Public House, Public Allotments, Agricultural Buildings, Boarding Services, Residential (Student)m, Restaurant, Kennels, Carpark, Caravan Park-Holiday, Cultural Science and Technology Based Industry, Shop Usej, Doctor/Dentistj, Garden Centre/Plant Neighbourhood, Sports Facility. Nursery, Guest Housej, Home Based Economic Open For Consideration Activitiesj, Hospital, Hotel/Motel, Public Services, Refuse Landfill/Tip, Residential, , Restaurantj, Conference Facilities, Hotel/Motel Refuse Rural Industry-Cottage, Rural Industry-Food, Transfer Station, Transport Depot, Travellers Shop-Neighbourhood, Sports Facility, Tea Roomj, Accommodation, Offices, Shop District. Veterinary Surgeryj.

l: Except at the UCD ‘Gateway’ Area at the N11 j: In existing premises. entrance to the campus, where office proposals in excess of 1000 sq.m. may be considered - subject to normal planning considerations. m: Student rental accommodation only.

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TABLE NO. 8.3.14 TABLE NO. 8.3.15 Zoning Objective ‘LIW’ (applies to Sandyford Zoning Objective ‘MH’ Urban Framework Plan area only) ‘To improve, encourage and facilitate the provision ‘To improve and provide for low density and expansion of medical/hospital uses and warehousing/light industrial warehousing uses’ . services’. Permitted In Principle Permitted In Principle Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Cash Advertisements and Advertising Structures, & Carry/Wholesale Outlet, Craft Centre/Craft Community Facility, Crèche/Nursery School Shop, Childcare Service, Enterprise Centre, Heavy Childcare Service, Doctor/Dentist etc., Education, Vehicle Park, Household Fuel Depot, Incubator Funeral Home, Health Centre, Hospital, Open Space, Units, Industry-General, Industry-Light, Motor Place of Public Worship, Public Services, Residential Sales Outlet, Offices (Ancillary only), Open Space, Institution, Small Scale Convenience Shop (300 m2), Petrol Station, Public Services, Refuse Transfer Tea Room/Café, Veterinary Surgery. Station, Retail Warehouse, Scrap Yard, Service Open For Consideration Garage, Tea Room/Café, Transport Depot, Travellers Accommodation, Warehousing. Assisted Living Accommodation, Car Park, Cultural Use, Hotel/Motel, Leisure Facility, Offices, Open For Consideration Residential, Restaurant, Sports Facility. Abattoir, Boarding Kennels, Community Facility, Cultural Use, Carpark, Science and Technology Based Industry, Education, Funeral Home, Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Place of Public Worship, Sports Facility, Veterinary Surgery.

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TABLE 8.3.16 TABLE 8.3.17 Zoning Objective ‘MIC’ (applies to Sandyford Zoning Objective ‘MOC’ (applies to Sandy- Urban Framework Plan area only) ford Urban Framework Plan area only) ‘To consolidate and complete the development of ‘To provide for a mix of uses which complements the mixed use Inner Core to enhance and reinforce the Mixed Use Inner Core, but with less retail and sustainable development’ . residential and more emphasis on employment and services. ‘ Permitted In Principle Permitted in Principle Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Betting Office, Craft Centre/Craft Shop, Community Facility, Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Childcare Service, Cultural Use, Nightclub, Doctor/ Betting Office, Community Facility, Childcare Dentist etc., Education, Embassy, Enterprise Centre, Service, Cultural Use, Nightclub, Doctor/Dentist Funeral Home, Guest House, Health Centre, Home etc., Education, Embassy, Enterprise Centre, Guest Based Economic Activities, Hotel/Motel, Leisure House, Health Centre, Hotel/Motel, Leisure Facility, Facility, Off-License, Offices*1, Open Space, Place Off License, Offices*1, Open Space, Place of Public of Public Worship, Public House, Public Services, Worship, Public House, Public Services, Restaurant, Residential*2, Restaurant, Retirement Home, Shop- Shop-Specialist, Local Shop*2, Sports Facility, Tea Specialist, Tea Room/Café, Veterinary Surgery, Room/Café. Convenience (including supermarkets) and Comparison Shops*3. *1 Any office development shall accord with the policy for office based employment in Mixed Use *1 Any office development shall accord with the Core Areas as outlined in the Sandyford Urban policy for office based employment in Mixed Use Framework Plan. Core Areas as outlined in the Sandyford Urban *2 Local shop and services primarily serving the Framework Plan. local/walk in community with basic day to day *2 Any residential development shall accord with needs, typically these comprise convenience the Residential policy for residential within the stores and services such as newsagents, butchers, Mixed Use Core Areas as outlined in the Sandyford vegetable shop, hairdresser, beauty salon and other Urban Framework Plan. similar basic retail services. *3 Any retail development shall accord with the Open For Consideration policy for retail within Mixed Use Core Areas as Craft Centre/Craft Shop, Garden Centre/Plant outlined in the Sandyford Urban Framework Plan. Nursery, Home Based Economic Activities, Motor Open For Consideration Sales Outlet, Office Based Industry, Residential*, Residential Institution, Carpark. Industry-Light, Office Based Industry, Retail Warehouse, Carpark. * Residential development shall accord with the Policy for residential within the Mixed Use Core Areas as outlined in the Sandyford Urban Framework Plan.

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TABLE 8.3.18 TABLE NO. 8.3.19 Zoning Objective OE (applies to Sandyford ZONING OBJECTIVE ‘W’ Urban Framework Plan area only) ‘To provide for waterfront development and ‘To provide for office and enterprise development’ . harbour related uses’. Permitted In Principle Permitted In Principle Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Craft Carpark, Community Facility, Cultural Use, Industry- Centre/Craft Shop, Childcare Service, Enterprise Light, Offices less than 200 sq.m., Marine Leisure Centre, Office Based Industry, Offices, Open Facility, Open Space, Public Services, Restaurant, Space, Petrol Station, Public Services, Science Transport Depot. and Technology Based Industry, Tea Room/Café, Open For Consideration Transport Depot, Travellers Accommodation. Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Open For Consideration Assisted Living Accommodation, Craft Centre/ Carpark, Cash & Carry/Wholesale Outlet, Craft Shop, Childcare Service, Doctor/Dentist, Community Facility, Cultural Use, Doctor/Dentist Education, Enterprise Centre, Hotel/Motelk, etc., Funeral Home, Garden Centre/Plant Nursery, Office Based Industry, Offices, Off-Licensek, Place Health Centre, Hotel/Motel, Household Fuel of Public Worship, Public Housek, Sports Facility, Depot, Motor Sales Outlet, Place of Public Worship, Residential, Residential Institution, Science and Public House, Restaurant, Retail Warehouse, Rural Technology Based Industry, Shop-Specialist, Industry-Cottage, Small scale convenience shop Shop Neighbourhood, Tea Room/Café, Travellers (<300m2), Sports Facility, Veterinary Surgery. Accommodation.

K: Uses Open for Consideration in Dún Laoghaire Harbour area only. Note 1: An objective of this Plan is to protect the harbour/ marine entity of Dún Laoghaire Harbour by facilitating harbour-related uses, but not to confine permitted uses in the harbour to a degree that exclusively attracts those with an interest in active maritime recreation. Any development proposal should seek to ensure public accessibility to the harbour and shorefront. Note 2: Any development in the coastal area should have regard to the findings of the Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown County Council Coastal Defence Strategy Study, (2010).

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Caravan Park - Residential 8.3.12 Definition of Use Classes The use of land for the accommodation of caravans designed specifically for year round human habitation.

Carpark Abattoir A building or part thereof or land (not being part of A building or part thereof or land used as a a public road) used for the parking of mechanically slaughterhouse. This includes facilities for meat propelled vehicles, excluding heavy commercial processing and storage and also lairage. vehicles. Advertisements and Advertisement Structures Cash and Carry Outlet Any word, letter, model, balloon, inflatable structure, A building or part thereof or land used for the sale kite, poster, notice, device or representation employed of goods in bulk to traders on a cash-and-carry basis for the purpose of advertisement, announcement, or the sale of goods by wholesalers to traders only. or direction and any structure such as a hoarding, Processing and manufacturing of such goods is scaffold, framework, pole, standard, device or sign excluded. (whether illuminated or not) and which is used or intended for use for exhibiting advertisements or Cemetery any attachment to a building or structure used for advertising purposes. Land used as a burial ground.

Agriculture/Agricultural Buildings Childcare Services (Early childcare Care and Education and School Age Childcare services) Use of land or buildings for the purposes set out in Section 2 (1) ‘agriculture’ of the Planning and (i) Sessional Services Development Act, 2000. ‘Sessional pre-school services’ means a pre school service offering a planned programme to pre-school Allotments children for a total of not more than 3.5 hours per An area of land comprising not more than 1,000 square session. metres let or available for letting to and cultivation by one or more than one person who is a member Services covered by the above definition may include of the local community and lives adjacent or near to pre schools, playgroups, crèches, Montessori pre the allotment, for the purposes of the production of school, naíonraí, registered childminders or similar vegetables or fruit mainly for consumption by the services which generally cater for per school children person or a member of his or her family. in the 0 – 6 age bracket.

Assisted Living Accommodation (ii) Part Time day care Housing accommodation/individual units specially ‘Part time day care’ means pre school service offering designed for elderly people in which dining, recreation, a structured day care service for pre- school children hygiene and health care facilities can be shared on a for a total of more than 3.5 hours and less than 5 hours communal basis. per day and which may include a sessional pre-school service for pre-school service for pre-school children Betting Office not attending the part time day care service. Premises for the time being registered in the (iv) Childminding Service Register of Bookmaking Offices kept by the Revenue Commissioners under the Betting Act, 1931 (No. 27 of ‘Childminding Service’ means a pre-school service 1931). which may include an overnight service offered by a person who single-handedly take care of pre-school 8 Boarding Kennels children, including the childminder’s own children, in the childminder’s hours for a total of more than 2 A building or part thereof or land used for the hours per day, except where the exemptions provided temporary accommodation of dogs/cats for reward. in section 58 of the Childcare Act 1991 apply. Bring Banks/Bring Centres (v) Pre-school Service in a drop in centre and in a A facility to which materials such as glass, cans, paper, temporary drop in centre. textiles and plastics, which often cannot be put in the ‘Pre-school service in a drop in centre’ means a household green bin collection, can be brought for pre-school service offering day care, which is used sorting, storage and subsequent recycling. exclusively on an intermittent basis. ‘Pre-school in a temporary drop in centre’ means a pre school service Caravan Park - Holiday offering a day care exclusively on a temporary basis.’ The use of land for the accommodation of vehicle caravans or temporary chalets during the period from 1st March to 31st October each year.

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(vi) Overnight pre-school service Enterprise Centre ‘Overnight pre-schools service’ means a service in Use of a building or part of a building or land for small which pre-school children are taken care of for a scale (‘Starter-type’) industries and/or services usually total of more than 2 hours between the hours of 7pm sharing grouped service facilities. and 6am except where the exemptions provided in Section 58 of the Childcare Act 1991 apply. Funeral Home A building or part of a building used for the storage, Community Facility preparation and layout of human remains, the holding A building or part thereof used for (community) of burial services and the assembling of funerals. activities organised primarily by the local community An undertakers premises where the functions of a and to which the public may be admitted on payment funeral home are not carried out is regarded as a shop. of a charge or free of charge. Garden Centre/Plant Nursery Concrete/Asphalt Plant etc. The use of land, including buildings, for the cultivation, A structure or land used for the purpose of storage and/or the display and sale of horticultural manufacturing concrete, asphalt, etc., and related products and the display and sale of related goods products in or adjacent to a quarry or mine. and equipment.

Conference Facility Guest House A building or part thereof used to host conferences, A building or part thereof where sleeping exhibitions, large meetings, seminars, training accommodation and meal services are generally sessions, etc. A conference centre often also provides available to residents only. office facilities, and a range of leisure activities. Health Centre Craft Centre/Craft Shop A building or part thereof or land used for the A building or part thereof typically having one or more provision of local medical, dental, prophylactic or workshops, an exhibition gallery and a shop. social assistance services for the local community and including group practices and clinics and primary care Crematorium centres. A structure housing a furnace for burning dead bodies to ashes. Heavy Vehicle Park A building or part thereof or land (not being part of Cultural Use a public road) used for the parking of heavy goods Use of a building or part thereof or land for cultural vehicles. purposes to which the public may be admitted on payment of a charge or free of charge. Home Based Economic Activity Service type activities carried on for profit by the Doctor/Dentist, etc. occupier of a dwelling, such use being subordinate to Use of part of the dwelling house in which the the use of the dwelling as a residence. Practitioner resides for the provision of medical or professional services. Group practices are excluded Hospital from this definition. A building or part thereof or land used for general medical treatment. This includes specialised hospitals. Education The use of a building or part thereof or land as a Hotel/Motel school, college, technical institute, academy, lecture A building or part thereof where sleeping hall or other educational centre. Where a building or accommodation, meal services and other refreshments 8 part of a building on the same site as an educational are available to residents and non-residents. Function building or on an adjoining site is designed for use or rooms may also be incorporated as part of the use. used as a residence for the staff or the pupils of that educational building such a use shall be deemed to be Household Fuel Depot educational. Use of a structure or land for the storage of solid fuel or bottled gas for retail sale. Embassy A building, or part thereof, or land used by a foreign Industry: Extractive government for diplomatic purposes. The use may The winning of all minerals and substances in or under include a residential content for the staff of the land of a kind ordinarily worked by underground or embassy which is ancillary to the embassy activities. opencast mining. The use does not include a foreign trade delegation or trade office.

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Incubator Unit. Office Small scale unit(s) with links to support from a bigger A building in which the sole or principal use is the organisation/third level institution for new start up/ undertaking of professional administrative financial early stage companies especially ones involved with marketing or clerical work including services provided advanced technology. principally to visiting members of the public.

Industry: General Off-License The use of a building or part thereof or land for A building which is licensed and used for the sale of any industry other than a light industry or a special intoxicating liquor for consumption off the premises, industry and includes a service garage but not a petrol including wines, beers and spirits. station. Part Off-License Industry: Light A building where the main use is the sale of The use of a building or part thereof or land for convenience retail goods to members of the public industry (not being a special industry) in which the and contains a subsidiary area of the premises processes carried on or the machinery installed which is licensed and used for the display and sale of are such as could be carried on or installed in any intoxicating liquor, including wines, beers and spirits, residential area without detriment to the amenity of for consumption off the premises. that area by reason of noise, vibration, smell, fumes, smoke, soot, ash, dust or grit and may include a service Open Space garage but not a petrol station. Open space is a parcel of land in a predominantly open and undeveloped condition that is suitable for Industry: Special the following: The use of a building or part thereof or land for any Outdoor and indoor sports facilities and cultural industry which requires special assessment due to its use - owned publicly or privately, and with natural potential for detrimental environmental effects. or artificial surfaces including tennis courts, bowling greens, sports pitches, golf courses, athletic tracks and Leisure Facility playing fields. A building or part thereof or land which may be available to the public on payment of a charge or free Amenity green space - often around housing - of charge and which may contain a theatre, cinema, including formal recreational spaces. concert hall/music hall, conference centre, bingo hall, Provision for community play areas including bowling alley, skating rink, or children’s/teenager’s playgrounds, skateboard parks and outdoor basketball games centre. hoops.

Marine Leisure Facility Green corridors. A building or part thereof or land which may be Natural Areas. available to the public on payment of a charge or free Community gardens. of charge and which may contain a leisure facility related to the marine environment or to marine Wildlife and native plant habitats. heritage. Open space should be taken to mean all open space of public value, including not just land but also Motor Sales Outlet areas for water such as rivers, canals, beaches, lakes A building or part thereof or land used for the display and reservoirs, which offer important opportunities and sale of motor vehicles, agricultural machinery and for sport and recreation and can also act as a visual 8 implements. amenity. Nightclub Petrol Station A building or part thereof where the primary function A structure or land used for the purpose of the is the provision of dancing facilities. selling by retail of petrol, fuel oils, lubricating oils and liquefied petroleum gas generally for use in motor Office-Based Industry vehicles. It does not include a service garage or motor Office-based activities concerned with the output sales outlet. Petrol filling stations can provide a wide of a specified product or service, including: data range of retail goods in an associated shop. In general processing, software development, information these shops should remain secondary to the use as a technology, technical consultancy, commercial petrol filling station. laboratories/healthcare, research and development, media recording and general media associated uses, Place of Public Worship publishing, telemarketing. Other related uses not Any structure habitually used as a place of public specified above may be included in the future at the worship or for religious instruction. Where a building discretion of the Planning Authority.

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Private Club Retail Parks A building or part thereof and/or land used by a club A single development of at least three retail primarily for its members and not ordinarily open to warehouses with associated car parking. the public. Retail Warehouse Private Garage/Car Storage A large single-level store specialising in bulky A building or part thereof or land used for the storage household goods such as carpets, furniture, and of private cars where no sales or services are provided. electrical goods, and bulky DIY items, catering mainly for car-borne customers. Public House A building or part thereof or land licensed for the sale Rural Industry - Cottage of intoxicating liquor to the public for consumption Small scale industrial undertakings related directly to on the premises. the residence of the principal industrial undertaker.

Public Services Rural Industry - Food A building or part thereof or land used for the provision The use of a building or part thereof or structure or of ‘Public Services’. ‘Public Services’ include all service land for the purpose of the intensive or large scale installations necessarily required by electricity, gas, production or processing of food and related activities. telephone, radio, television, drainage and other This includes piggeries, hen batteries, mushroom statutory undertakers; it includes public lavatories, farms, creameries, etc. public telephone boxes, bus shelters, bring centres, green waste composting facilities, etc. Science & Technology Based Industry Knowledge based processes and industrial activities Refuse Landfill/Tip (including ancillary offices) in which research, The use of land for the disposal of solid wastes or innovation and development play a significant part refuse generally of a non-toxic chemical nature by and which lead to and accommodate the commercial landfill. production of a high technology output.

Refuse Transfer Station Scrap Yard A structure or land usually enclosed and screened and Land used for the reception, dismantling, packing and which is used for the temporary storage of refuse and storing of waste and used materials and goods before waste materials pending transfer to a final disposal transport for processing and recycling elsewhere. facility, or for re-use. The definition includes a baling station, bring banks/bring centres recycling facility, Service Garage civic amenity facility, materials recovery facility, and A building or part thereof or land used for the materials recycling facility. maintenance and repair of motor vehicles. Residential Shop – Neighbourhood The use of a building or part thereof including houses, A neighbourhood shop is one which primarily serves flats, bed sitters, residential caravans, etc., designed a local community and does not generally attract for human habitation. business from outside that community. They will primarily serve a ‘walk-in’ population and will typically Residential (Student) 8 have limited carparking. The use of a building or part thereof including houses, flats, bed sitters, residential caravans, etc., designed Shop - District for human habitation, and specifically designed A shop (excluding retail warehousing) which is larger for short-term rental accommodation for students in scale and more varied in what it may sell than a and operated in accordance with the Department neighbourhood shop, and therefore serves a wider of Education and Science Guidelines on Residential area, including the district centres. Development for Third Level Students. Shop - Major Convenience Residential Institution Shops, which are larger in scale than neighbourhood A building or part thereof or land used as a residential shops or are very specialised and therefore serve a institution and includes a monastery, convent, hostel, wider area including District Centres, and Major Town home for older persons/nursing home. Centre.

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Convenience goods would include: food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, tobacco and non-durable household goods. 8.3.13 Sandyford Urban Framework Plan Use Shop - Major Comparison Class definitions Shops (excluding retail warehouses) which are larger in scale than neighbourhood/local or district centre shops, or are very specialised and therefore serve a Local Shop 2 wider area including Major Town Centre. Local shop and services primarily serving the local/ Comparison goods would include clothing and walk in community with basic day to day needs, footwear, furniture, furnishings and household typically these comprise convenience stores and equipment (excluding non-durable household goods), services such as newsagents, butchers, vegetable medical and pharmaceutical products, therapeutic shop, hairdresser, beauty salon and other similar basic appliances and equipment, educational and recreation retail services. equipment and accessories. Small scale convenience shop (less than Shop – Specialist 300 sqm) A single retail unit which sells specialised merchandise. A shop of less than 300 sq m selling convenience goods. Convenience goods would include: food, Sports Facility alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, tobacco and A building or part thereof or land used for organised non durable household goods. and competitive activity that aims to promote physical activity and well being, e.g. sports hall, gym, squash centre, tennis club, golf club, swimming pool, sport pitch, athletic track, skate park, health studio, meeting or activity rooms within clubhouses, racecourse.

Tea Room/Café A building or part thereof used as a small café serving tea and light refreshments.

Transport Depot Use of a building or land as a depot associated with the operation of transport business to include parking and servicing of vehicles, particularly HGVs.

Travellers Accommodation An area with ancillary structures provided by the Council as a residential caravan park for occupation by members of the Travelling Community with their caravans and motor vehicles but excluding horses.

Veterinary Surgery Use of a building or part thereof or land as a clinic or surgery for the treatment and care of animals. Animals may be housed on the premises for short 8 periods for treatment purposes but not as part of a boarding kennel operation.

Warehousing A building or part thereof where goods are stored or bonded prior to distribution and sale elsewhere. It may include the storage of commercial vehicles where this is ancillary to the warehousing function.

Wholesale Outlet A building or part thereof or land used for the sale of goods by wholesale to traders only. Processing and manufacturing of such goods is excluded.

238 Specific Local Objectives

239 Vision Statement: To initiate and/or give effect to the package of Specific Local Objectives within the lifetime of the 2016-2022 County Development Plan.

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Clonskeagh/Dundrum It is an objective of the Council:

1 To facilitate, support and enhance the development of University College Dublin including all associated and supporting facilities. A range of uses will be facilitated on Belfield campus lands to encourage and foster strong links between education, community and the business sector in the County.

2 To implement and develop the lands in Goatstown in accordance with the Goatstown LAP.

4 To encourage the retention and development of the Airfield Estate for educational, recreational and cultural uses.

6 To consider potential additional future uses of the Dublin Eastern Bypass reservation corridor, including public transport provision generally and Bus Rapid Transit services specifically, pending a decision from the National Roads Authority/Central Government in relation to the future status of the Bypass.

80 To facilitate, support and enhance educational facilities in the County, in particular the activities of Dundrum College of Further Education that will foster strong links between education, community and the business sector in the County.

92 To redevelop the former flats site Rosemount Court as part of the Council`s Housing Programme.

134 To prepare a Local Area Plan for Dundrum.

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Booterstown/Blackrock/Stillorgan It is an objective of the Council:

5 The Council will support and facilitate the development of a “Gateway” scheme at the N11 entrance to the UCD campus which will provide for a range of uses normally associated with a major international university. These facilities should encourage a greater interaction with the neighbouring community and the wider public and should include, inter alia, cultural, community and neighbourhood-scale retail facilities, swimming pool, theatre, a significant commercial office component, incubator units, hotel and student accommodation and transport facilities. The “Gateway” shall be of a high architectural standard and embody the principles of sustainability and energy efficiency. The open spaces and sylvan setting of the University campus shall be protected from development in accordance with the University College Dublin Campus Development Plan.

7 To develop Blackrock Park in accordance with an approved plan.

10 To implement and develop the lands in Blackrock in accordance with the forthcoming Blackrock LAP.

11 To support and enhance University College Dublin’s third level education and associated facilities at Avoca Avenue/Carysfort Avenue.

12 To implement and develop the lands at Stillorgan in accordance with the Stillorgan LAP.

72 The line of the Eastern Bypass between the N11 and Dublin Bay is not fixed. The route will be determined following environmental assessment including appropriate assessment and a process of public consultation.

81 To facilitate, support and enhance educational facilities in the County, in particular the activities of Blackrock Further Education Institute that will foster strong links between education, community and the business sector in the County.

84 To protect and conserve South Dublin Bay Candidate Special Area of Conservation.

93 To promote the development of the S2S Promenade and Cycleway as a component part of the National East Coast Trail Cycle Route. It should be noted that these coastal routes will be subject to a feasibility study, including an assessment of the route options. Any development proposals shall be subject to Appropriate Assessment Screening in accordance with the requirements of the EU Habitats Directive to ensure the protection and preservation of all designated SAC’s, SPA’s, and pNHA’s in Dublin Bay and the surrounding area.

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Monkstown/Dún Laoghaire It is an objective of the Council:

13 To facilitate the continued development of the Harbour in accordance with the pending Dún Laoghaire and Environs Local Area Plan.

14 To encourage the redevelopment of ‘The Gut’ adjacent to the West Pier to include improved access to the area.

15 Coal Quay Bridge. To improve/upgrade access to Dún Laoghaire Harbour and lands adjacent to the West Pier.

16 To retain the Carlisle Pier structure and to encourage redevelopment on it that will incorporate uses that will bring significant cultural, social, recreational and economic benefits to Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown. Development should regenerate and enliven the waterfront, be sensitive to the setting and should include a significant portion of cultural and amenity uses with public accessibility and permeability to the waterfront paramount. Such proposals should be carefully scaled and should be designed with variety in the massing of built elements to avoid ‘slab-like’ infilling of the Pier. Any development should creatively re-use remaining components of the original rail sheds.

17 To manage and enhance The Metals from Marine Road to Dalkey giving due regard to its historic importance while encouraging its use as a walking and cycling route between Dún Laoghaire and Dalkey.

21 To develop the area between East Pier and Sandycove, including the open space at Otranto Place, in accordance with an approved plan.

22 Bullock Harbour: That any residential development shall form part of a mixed-use scheme which will include commercial marine-based activity and public water-based recreational uses and shall have regard to the special nature of the area in terms of the height, scale, architecture and density of built form.

28 To implement and develop the lands in Deansgrange in accordance with the Deansgrange LAP.

29 To facilitate, support and enhance the development of the Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology including all associated and supporting facilities. A range of uses will be facilitated on the campus lands to encourage and foster strong links between education, community and the business sector in the County.

64 To improve pedestrian and cycle permeability to and from the former Dún Laoghaire golf course lands at Honeypark.

68 To seek the renewal of the obsolete area at George’s Place and the Fire Station in accordance with the objectives of the Dún Laoghaire Urban Framework Plan and the pending Dún Laoghaire and Environs Local Area Plan.

73 To retain the existing hospital uses at St. Michael’s and to develop and upgrade the Hospital and Boylan Centre sites in accordance with the objectives of the Dún Laoghaire Urban Framework Plan and the pending Dún Laoghaire and Environs Local Area Plan.

77 To prepare a Local Area Plan for Dún Laoghaire and Environs.

83 To facilitate, support and enhance educational facilities in the County, in particular the activities of Dún Laoghaire Further College of Education (DFEi) that will foster strong links between education, community and the business sector in the County. 84 To protect and conserve South Dublin Bay Candidate Special Area of Conservation. 9 93 To promote the development of the S2S Promenade and Cycleway as a component part of the National East Coast Trail Cycle Route. It should be noted that these coastal routes will be subject to a feasibility study, including an assessment of the route options. Any development proposals shall be subject to Appropriate Assessment Screening in accordance with the requirements of the EU Habitats Directive to ensure the protection and preservation of all designated SAC’s, SPA’s, and pNHA’s in Dublin Bay and the surrounding area.

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95 To promote Water Leisure Facilities for public use at the coastal fringe of the Gut and rear of the West Pier, subject to the appropriate environmental assessments including any assessment required under the Habitats Directive in co-operation with the relevant agencies.

106 To improve the Streetscape/Public Realm of Monkstown Village.

107 That Dún Laoghaire Carnegie Library be retained for public and community use.

128 To encourage the amalgamation of shop units to allow for the creation of medium (150-300 sq.m.) and larger shop floor plates (> 300 sq.m.), particularly in the Central Commercial Core Quarter.

133 To protect and conserve Rockabill to Dalkey Island Candidate Special Area of Conservation.

136 The Council will review the Dún Laoghaire Harbour Heritage Management Plan 2011, with a view to considering same for inclusion in the County Development Plan 2016-2022, as appropriate.

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Sandycove/Dalkey It is an objective of the Council:

21 To develop the area between East Pier and Sandycove, including the open space at Otranto Place, in accordance with an approved plan.

77 To prepare a Local Area Plan for Dún Laoghaire and Environs.

78 To prepare a Management Plan for Killiney Hill, Dalkey Hill and Roches/Mullins Hill.

129 To implement the objectives of the Dalkey Island Conservation Plan 2013 - 2023.

133 To protect and conserve Rockabill to Dalkey Island Candidate Special Area of Conservation.

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Dundrum/Ballinteer It is an objective of the Council:

4 To encourage the retention and development of the Airfield Estate for educational, recreational and cultural uses.

23 To progress the Masterplan for Marlay Demesne with a focus on the conservation of the heritage of Marlay Park, the provision of quality recreational facilities, maintaining the highest standard of horticultural and landscape presentation and increasing accessibility of the Park, Marlay House and its amenities.

134 To prepare a Local Area Plan for Dundrum.

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Sandyford/Foxrock It is an objective of the Council:

26 To support the status of and continued viability of Leopardstown Racecourse as one of Europe’s premier racetracks and a major leisure facility in the County by encouraging its future development and facilitating the development of supporting facilities.

28 To implement and develop the lands in Deansgrange in accordance with Deansgrange LAP.

109 To seek the provision of a use that animates the street corners e.g. Hotel/Apart Hotel at north western end of Ballymoss Road at the junction with Blackthorn Drive.

110 To improve and/or preserve a hotel at Central Park.

111 To protect and/or improve Travellers accommodation adjacent to Burton Hall.

112 To provide for primary and post primary education facilities at Legionaries of Christ lands and at Stillorgan Industrial Estate/Benildus Avenue.

113 To facilitate the provision of community infrastructure at ground floor along the eastern outer edge of the Carmanhall residential neighbourhood along Blackthorn Road, to create active street frontage and to ensure the appropriate provision of social and community infrastructure to serve the needs of the resident and employee population.

114 To provide a Public Transport Interchange adjacent to the Stillorgan Luas Stop.

115 To retain and enhance the Sylvan character at South County Business Park.

116 To facilitate the provision of uses that will create an active street frontage and provide a transition between the residential neighbourhood and the opposing employment based areas along Blackthorn Road (where Blackthorn Road runs parallel with Carmanhall Road only). It is anticipated that these will be provided as own door units for small business.

117 To provide for the expansion of the existing use at Burton Hall in accordance with the Institutional Lands Objective.

119 To develop a Sandyford Business District Civic Park at the corner of Corrig Road and Carmanhall Road.

120 To facilitate the further development of Sandyford Business District in accordance with the policies and objectives of the Sandyford Urban Framework Plan.

121 To ensure the provision of pocket parks and civic spaces in accordance with locations specified on Map 1 and Drawing no. 10 of the Sandyford Urban Framework Plan.

123 To facilitate the attraction of internationally trading services to South County Business Park. Office Based Employment will be permitted on these lands to a similar plot ratio to that of the remainder of the South County Business Park. In preparing a Masterplan for the area regard should be given to providing activity along the route to the Luas and to the residential amenity of the local residents.

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Cabinteely/Killiney It is an objective of the Council:

28 To implement and develop the lands in Deansgrange in accordance with Deansgrange LAP.

30 To prepare a Local Area Plan for Sallynoggin.

31 As part of the redevelopment of the National Rehabilitation Hospital a dedicated open space/ recreational area shall be provided. The location and size of the area shall be agreed with the Planning Authority, to include details of the level of public accessibility, which will be appropriate to, and consistent with, the specialist rehabilitation services provided through the hospital. Any future redevelopment of the site shall also include the provision of a pedestrian and cycle link to connect Rochestown Avenue to Pottery Road through the subject site.

34 To upgrade and improve Kilbogget Park in accordance with the approved Masterplan.

46 To create a linear park along the Loughlinstown river incorporating a pedestrian route and cycleway (greenway), which will link Cabinteely Park to the sea at Rathsallagh.

52 To implement and develop the lands at Cherrywood in accordance with the approved Strategic Development Zone Planning Scheme.

64 To improve pedestrian and cycle permeability to and from the former Dún Laoghaire golf course lands at Honeypark.

78 To prepare a Management Plan for Killiney Hill, Dalkey Hill and Roches/Mullins Hill.

124 Any future development proposals contained within lands zoned objective ‘E’, and which immediately abut residentially-zoned land shall clearly demonstrate that the residential amenities of the neighbouring properties will be respected and protected through sensitive design with reference to height, scale and setback and will include the provision of appropriate high quality landscaping and boundary treatments. Vehicular or pedestrian access through Oakdale Drive to lands zoned objective ‘E’ will not be permitted and this road will remain as a cul-de-sac. Consideration should be given to the use of the ‘Former Workmans Club’ for staff recreational facilities.

125 That a green buffer zone will be provided on the inside of the new boundary along Pottery Road on lands zoned ‘E’ and ‘MH’. This green buffer zone will be extensively landscaped with trees and shrubs and will be 5 metres wide opposite E’ zoned lands and 9 metres wide opposite ‘A’ zoned lands.

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Kilmashogue/Ticknock It is an objective of the Council:

36 To preserve trees, woodlands and amenity gardens at Fernhill.

49 To protect and conserve the Wicklow Mountains National Park Candidate Special Area of Conservation.

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Stepaside It is an objective of the Council:

36 To preserve trees, woodlands and amenity gardens at Fernhill.

37 To provide a multi-purpose Community/Sports/Recreation Facility (“Samuel Beckett Civic Campus”) to include a regional library, swimming pool plus other community/sports facilities on Council Lands at Ballyogan Road.

38 To complete the comprehensive remediation of the former Ballyogan Landfill and to prepare a Masterplan for the proposed Jamestown Park to provide recreation lands in association with the developing areas of Stepaside and Kiltiernan. These lands will be gradually developed on an incremental basis.

39 To continue to develop the existing sports facilities at the site known as the “8-acre field” that will incorporate a new pavilion for golf, indoor hall and changing rooms in association with tennis courts and a bowling green.

40 To implement and develop the lands at Kiltiernan/Glenamuck in accordance with the Kiltiernan/ Glenamuck Local Area Plan.

52 To implement and develop the lands at Cherrywood in accordance with the approved Strategic Development Zone Planning Scheme.

65 To seek the development of a multi-purpose, multi-functional community centre south of Enniskerry Road proximate to the Stepaside Village Neighbourhood Centre.

70 To ensure the provision of a combined pedestrian footpath/cycleway connection between Belarmine and Kilgobbin Road to improve overall local permeability and to facilitate direct access from new residential communities to the Luas Line B1 public transport corridor.

130 To limit development along the Brennanstown Road to minor domestic infills and extensions until a Traffic Management Scheme for the area has been completed and its recommendations implemented.

131 To provide for the development of a Neighbourhood Centre in the north-east `quadrant` of the Park, Carrickmines.

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Laughanstown/Shankill It is an objective of the Council:

34 To upgrade and improve Kilbogget Park in accordance with the approved Masterplan.

42 To prepare and implement a design for the grade seperation of the Loughlinstown Roundabout as a Long Term Roads Objective.

43 To retain the famine grave on the site adjacent to St. Columcille’s Hospital.

45 To conserve the Bride’s Glen as a public amenity.

46 To create a linear park along the Loughlinstown river incorporating a pedestrian route and cycleway (greenway), which will link Cabinteely Park to the sea at Rathsallagh.

52 To implement and develop the lands at Cherrywood in accordance with the approved Strategic Development Zone Planning Scheme.

54 To implement and develop the lands at Woodbrook and Shanganagh in accordance with the Woodbrook/Shanganagh Local Area Plan.

71 That no insensitive or large scale development will take place above the 90-metre contour line at Rathmichael, from Old Connaught Golf Course to Pucks Castle Lane – Maps 10-14. Any proposal for development, other than development directly related to agriculture, forestry, recreation or the promotion of other bona fide rural enterprise or employment activity, shall be domestic in scale, appearance and function.

126 To refuse planning permission for any new developments which include on-site wastewater treatment facilities within this catchment, until the groundwater issues in the area are resolved or ameliorated.

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Glendoo/Boranaraltry It is an objective of the Council:

35 Through the Council’s membership of the Dublin Mountains Partnership (DMP), to improve the recreation potential of the public lands in the Dublin Mountains, including the provision of a Dublin Mountains Interpretive Centre.

49 To protect and conserve the Wicklow Mountains National Park Candidate Special Area of Conservation. 9

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Glencullen/Boranaraltry It is an objective of the Council:

49 To protect and conserve the Wicklow Mountains National Park Candidate Special Area of Conservation.

50 To develop the Glencullen area in accordance with the policies and objectives of the adopted Local Area Plan.

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Glencullen/Ballycorus It is an objective of the Council:

40 To implement and develop the Kiltiernan/Glenamuck area in accordance with the adopted Local Area Plan.

50 To develop the Glencullen area in accordance with the policies and objectives of the adopted Local Area Plan.

51 To protect and conserve the Knocksink Wood Candidate Special Area of Conservation.

79 To investigate and consider the feasibility of designing and implementing a Management Plan for Carrickgollogan Hill area, to the north of Murphy’s Lane and including the Lead Mine complex.

85 To protect and conserve Ballyman Glen Candidate Special Area of Conservation.

137 The Council will assist the Dublin Mountain Partnership to facilitate enhancements to the public Right- of-way between Scalp Villa, Enniskerry Road and Ballybetagh Road, as part of the Dublin Mountains Way.

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Map 14

Rathmichael/Old Connaught It is an objective of the Council:

54 To implement and develop the Woodbrook and Shanganagh area in accordance with the Woodbrook/ Shanganagh Local Area Plan.

56 To upgrade the Wilford Interchange in order to provide connectivity to lands west of the M11 and Old Conna Village.

59 To prepare a Local Area Plan for Old Conna.

61 To encourage the development of a crematorium at Shanganagh Cemetery.

63 To co-operate with the National Transport Authority, the Railway Procurement Agency and Wicklow County Council in the establishment of a combined road/Luas bridge across the County Brook Valley to provide connections between the proposed new development areas of Old Conna and Fassaroe (Wicklow County)

66 To provide pedestrian/cycle access across the M11 corridor at Allies River Road.

76 To continue the development of Shanganagh Park in accordance with the Masterplan, and to develop a sports facility and improved recreational facilities in the park.

79 To investigate and consider the feasibility of designing and implementing a Management Plan for Carrickgollogan Hill area, to the north of Murphy’s Lane and including the Lead Mine complex.

82 To upgrade and enhance the linear park at Woodbrook Glen/Corke Abbey.

85 To protect and conserve Ballyman Glen Candidate Special Area of Conservation.

105 To investigate, in consultation with the Department of Education and Science, the reservation of a single site for a Post-Primary School to serve the growth nodes of Woodbrook/Old Connaught areas. Note: The locations of SLO symbol 105 on Map 14 are notional only and not a geographic identification of specific sites.

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252 Strategic Environmental Assessment and Appropriate Assessment

253 Vision Statement: To ensure that the implementation of the various policies, objectives, projects and actions embedded in the County Development Plan will have no likely significant effect on the environment nor will they adversely effect the integrity of any Natura 2000 site.

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10.1 Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA)

SEA is a valuable tool that can: 10.1.1 What is SEA • Influence decision-making at each stage in the County Development Plan review process.

Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) is a • Improve the overall environmental sustainability statutory process, involving the systematic evaluation of the new Plan. of the likely significant environmental effects of • Raise awareness of the potential environmental implementing the new County Development Plan consequences of its implementation so that before a final decision has been made to adopt it. It the consequences may be mitigated or avoided is carried out in parallel to the County Development altogether. Plan making process. • Increase public participation by giving the public Environmental assessment is a procedure that seeks and other interested parties an opportunity to to ensure that the environmental implications of comment and to be kept informed. decisions are taken into account before the decisions are made. Environmental Impact Assessment, or The SEA Directive requires that reasonable EIA, is generally used for describing the process alternatives, taking into account the objectives and of environmental assessment which is limited to the geographical scope of the Plan or programme, individual projects such as waste incinerators, housing are identified, described and evaluated for their developments or roads while Strategic Environmental likely significant effects on the environment. Taking Assessment, or SEA, is the term which has been given into account the objectives and the geographical to the environmental assessment of Plans, and other scope of the County Development Plan, a limited strategic actions, which help influence and frame number of alternative scenarios were formulated for what kind of individual projects eventually take place. comparative assessment through the SEA process.

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will be taken into account during the preparation of the Plan before its adoption. Once the submissions are 10.1.2 Policy Context reviewed, a decision will be made on whether any of the predictions regarding significant environmental The assessment of the effects of certain plans and effects need to be revised, and whether any of the programmes on the environment is required by proposed policies and objectives require amendment. Directive 2001/42/EEC of the European Parliament The required contents of an Environmental Report and Council of 27th June 2001 (commonly known as are set out in Appendix 2B of the Planning and the SEA Directive). The SEA Directive is transposed into Development (SEA) Regulations, 2004 and include: Irish law by the Planning and Development (Strategic Environmental Assessment) Regulations (S.I. 436 of • The contents and main objectives of the Draft Plan 2004) as amended by (S.I.201 of 2011). and an assessment of alternatives. In addition, the Department of the Environment and • Environmental baseline data detailing the current Local Government Circular (PSSP 6/2011) ‘Further state of the environment. Transposition of the EU Directive 2001/41/EC on SEA’ • The significant environmental issues and outlines the updated requirements as a result of the vulnerabilities facing the County. 2011 Regulations. • Environmental Protection Objectives. • The likely significant effects on the environment of implementing the Draft Plan (based on an assessment of the policies against whether or 10.1.3 SEA Process not they are likely to meet our environmental protection objectives).

As a result of the above legislation, certain plans and • Measures to prevent or reduce any significant programmes which are prepared by Dún Laoghaire- adverse effects. Rathdown County Council - including County • Measures for monitoring the significant Development Plans – are required to undergo SEA. An environmental effects of implementing the Plan, SEA was previously carried out on the existing 2010- including appropriate indicators to be used. 2016 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan and that Plan already contains a robust, strong • A non-technical summary. set of policies relating to the protection of the environment. There is an opportunity in the new Plan to further develop and strengthen the environmental strategy for the County through the SEA process. There is also an opportunity to allow the existing 10.1.4 Monitoring and Review knowledge inform the preparation of the SEA and consequently the new County Development Plan. SEA The SEA Directive requires that the significant should function as an iterative process constantly environmental effects of the implementation of feeding into and informing the County Development plans and programmes be monitored. The SEA Plan making process with the end product being a Environmental Report puts forward proposals for robust set of environmental policies and objectives. monitoring the County Development Plan, which will The findings of the SEA are expressed in the SEA be adopted alongside the Plan. Monitoring enables, Environmental Report submitted to the Elected at an early stage, the identification of unforeseen Members alongside this draft County Development adverse effects and the undertaking of appropriate Plan. The Elected Members have to take account of remedial action. In addition, monitoring can also the SEA Environmental Report before the adoption play an important role in assessing whether the of the draft Plan. The SEA Environmental Report will Plan is achieving its environmental objectives and be made available at the same time as this draft Plan targets, whether these need to be re-examined and and a public consultation with the general public and whether the proposed mitigation measures are being the Environmental Authorities also takes place at this implemented and are effective. time. Monitoring is based around the indicators which were When the draft Plan is adopted a statement must chosen earlier in the process. These indicators allow be made public, summarising, inter alia: how for quantitative measurement of trends and progress environmental considerations have been integrated over time relating to the Strategic Environmental into the Plan, and the reasons for choosing the Plan Objectives used in the evaluation. as adopted over other alternatives detailed in the SEA Environmental Report. 10 The SEA Environmental Report, and opinions expressed by the Environmental Authorities and/or the public,

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10.2 Appropriate Assessment (AA)

• Stage 2: AA. 10.2.1 What is AA • Stage 3: Alternative Solutions. • Stage 4: Imperative Reasons for Overriding Public The EU Directive on Habitats (92/43/EEC) aims Interest (IROPI). to create a network of protected wildlife sites in An important aspect of the AA process is that the Europe through the designation of Special Areas outcome at each successive stage determines of Conservation (SAC) and Special Protection Areas whether a further stage in the process is required. (SPA) - collectively known as Natura 2000 sites. It The results at each stage must be documented and is a requirement of the Directive and legislation to recorded carefully so there is full traceability and carry out an Appropriate Assessment (Natura Impact transparency of the decisions made. Further details in Report) on any plan or project that is likely to have terms of what each stage encapsulates can be found a significant effect on the conservation status of a in ‘Appropriate Assessment of Plans and Projects site. There is a statutory requirement for the draft in Ireland. Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ County Development Plan to be screened to ascertain (Department of Environment, Heritage and Local whether it has any significant impact on any Natura Government (DoEHLG) 2010). 2000 site. It should be noted that whilst the AA is a statutorily separate process to the SEA, it is, in fact, a parallel process and as such the outcomes of the AA will feed into and inform the SEA process outlined above. 10.2.2 Policy Context

The EU Directive on Habitats (92/43/EEC) as transposed into Irish law through the European Communities 10.2.4 Monitoring and Review (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011 (S.I.477 of 2011) requires the assessment as to whether the implementation of a plan is likely to have significant While there is at present no explicit requirement for effects on any Natura 2000 site(s). monitoring the ongoing impact of the implementation of a County Development Plan on the conservation objectives of Natura 2000 sites, it is best practice to do so. This may include a review of what has arisen in terms of impacts in the life of the preceding plan, 10.2.3 AA Process e.g. deterioration or loss of habitats or species in a SAC or SPA, as a consequence of development and altered land use, increase in population, encroachment, The completion of the AA process can involve four disturbance, etc. interlinked stages, which are set out as follows: • Stage 1: Screening for AA.

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