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Development Land Lands Approx. 17 acres (6.9 ha) – Approx. 17 acres Simmonstown, Celbridge, Co. Kildare (6.9 ha) – 10.5 acres Zoned • Substantial greenfield development opportunity extending to Residential plus approx. 17 acres (6.9 ha) a segment – 6.5 • Benefits from Residential Zoning on approx. 10.5 acres acres Community & Educational • The subject land is close to excellent transport links including Hazelhatch train station, M4 Motorway and within walking distance of schools, St. Wolstan’s Shopping Centre and many sporting & leisure facilities. Guide Price: • Excellent development opportunity situated in Celbridge, Co. Kildare e7,000,000 • The surrounding area consists primarily of established residential developments although there are some commercial and hospitality uses nearby Private Treaty coonan.com Description Location Development has occurred to the north of the Liffey, between Main Street and the M4 Motorway. Located approximately 22 kms from Dublin with Development to the south of the Liffey is focused access via the M4 motorway on the Dublin/Galway along the Hazelhatch and Ardclough Roads with route is the very popular town of Celbridge. Due to development over the last ten years taking place its rapid growth over the past 50 – 60 years when in the south of the town, in the areas of Primrose the population was 567 persons in 1951 to the Gate, St. Wolstan’s Abbey, and Hazelhatch Park. current population of 20,288, which has increased With the exception of the Crodaun and Castletown significantly over the past 20 – 25 years, Celbridge housing estates which were constructed in the is fast becoming a major satellite town of the mid-1970’s the historic demesnes of Castletown, greater Dublin area. Donaghcumper and St. Wolstan’s to the east of the town have remained free from development and Celbridge has an abundance of amenities locally retain their open landscape character. that can satisfy the needs of the modern family looking for the right location that offers them an Site Description easy commute to Dublin and its environs. There are excellent employment opportunities in the area, The property comprises a site which extends to first class sporting and leisure amenities, and a wide approx. 17 acres (6.9 ha) and is well positioned range of shops in the town including Tesco, Lidl & on the Ardclough Road adjacent to the existing Aldi. The St. Wolstan’s shopping centre is less than developments of Simmonstown Manor, Callenders 1km from the subject lands. For those looking for Mill and Hazelhatch Park. some retail therapy Liffey Valley Shopping Centre is about a 15 minute drive and Blanchardstown The subject lands are located approx. 600 metres Shopping Centre approx. 30 minutes. The Kildare the from Main Street. Less than 1km away on Village outlet centre is approx. 45 mins drive via the the Dublin Road is the St. Wolstan’s Shopping M7. Centre where the anchor store is SuperValu. Public transport is well serviced locally with the Celbridge is surrounded by countryside and green Hazelhatch Train Station via Simmonstown Manor pastures on all sides and has the magnificent and Hazelhatch Park, the 67 bus route to Merrion Castletown House and Parklands right on the edge Square, Dublin and the 67X route which runs from of the town with access directly off the main street. Celbridge via Dublin City Centre to Belfield Campus at UCD offering commuters easy access to a vast area spanning North Kildare, West Dublin, Dublin City Centre and South County Dublin. coonan.com Description Zoning The LAP also refers to Urban Design & Key Development Areas (KDA). To ensure development The site has two zoning objectives and they are as proposals conform with best practice urban design follows; principles on the basis that well planned and integrated development will enhance the town and Section 1 – approx. 10.5 acres (4.249 ha) is its environs and improve the quality of life of its identified in the Celbridge Local Area Plan 2017 residents. – 2023 (LAP) and is zoned ‘New Residential’ – the purpose of this zoning is to provide new It seeks to establish a framework for the future residential developments that provide a sustainable development of Celbridge. It is proposed to mix of house types, sizes and tenures and that consolidate growth within Key Development complement the existing residential mix. Areas that provide for the expansion of the town centre and the development of new residential Section 2 – approx. 6.535 acres (2.647 ha) is neighbourhoods. identified in the Celbridge Local Area Plan 2017 – 2023 (LAP) and is zoned ‘Community & Educational’ – the purpose of this zoning is to provide for education, recreation, community and health. coonan.com Description The subject land has been identified in the LAP in 3. Have regard to a Sustainable Development in KDA 5 Simmonstown: New Residential Area. Urban Areas Guidelines of Planning Authorities, DECLG (2009) and is companion document The KDA of Simmonstown is located between Urban Design Manual. Hazelhatch Park and Temple Manor residential 4. Include an appropriate level of community estates to the north east and south west infrastructure to support development. respectively. The lands measure approximately 35 5. Provide public open space at a minimum rate of ha in area and are currently in agricultural use. The 15% of the total site are. lands are accessible from the Newtown/Ardclough Road. An overhead power line traverses the Vision northern portion of the KDA. A residential area including a primary school that consolidates the southern environs of Celbridge, Development in KDA 5 Simmonstown shall establishes an attractive edge to the town and be subject to a masterplan, prepared prior to provides for improved access to the Hazelhatch the commencement of any development. No Road and train station. development shall be permitted in the masterplan area until such time as the masterplan is agreed Connectivity/ Movement with the planning department. Vehicular access to this KDA should comprise a The Masterplan will be required to: link street that connects the Newtown/Ardclough Road to the R405 (Hazelhatch Road) via Callenders 1. Set out a detailed roads and infrastructure Mill. A second point of access off the Newtown/ strategy for the development as a whole Ardclough Road is desirable. Provision should also to include upgrading of existing roads, the be made for a road connection to the Newtown/ construction of new roads and any other traffic Ardclough Road, south of the Chelmsford residential safety measures. This strategy will be informed estate. New streets and spaces should provide for by a detailed traffic assessment to ascertain the a cycle and pedestrian friendly environment with extent of development that could be supported designated cycle routes along arterial streets. A by particular upgrading works. permeable and integrated street network shall be 2. Include detailed phasing proposals and an a key requirement of development proposals. All implementation strategy. roads and streets should be designed in accordance with DMURS. coonan.com Description Built Form Landscape and Spaces The development of this KDA should reflect the It is a key requirement of this KDA that the established pattern of development in the area and site of the ringfort identified on the Record of should protect the amenity of adjoining residential Monuments and Places be integrated into a public estates. Development proposals shall safeguard open space and that an appropriate buffer is the remains of discovered and undiscovered established around the ringfort (Department of archaeology on the lands located within this KDA. Arts, Heritage, Rural, Regional and Gaeltacht Affairs Where overhead transmission cables traverse will advise at detailed design stage). This space the site, proposed layouts shall comply with the will provide a unique focus for this new residential recommended clearance distances identified by area. Development proposals should maintain the the ESB (ref. Section 17.11.2 of the Kildare County established building set back on the Newtown/ Development Plan 2017-2023). A primary school Ardclough Road with areas of public open space site shall be reserved to the centre of this KDA and being provided to the front of the site. A landscaped should be integrated into the site layout of future edge should be provided to the south of the site development proposals. Design proposals for a with a view to integrating new development into new school should make a positive contribution to the landscape. Existing landscape features such as the character of this area. A mix of housing types tree lines should be incorporated into public open that range from two to three storeys in height is spaces. Open space networks that incorporate encouraged. Landmark / feature buildings should pedestrian and cycle routes, provide for passive and be provided along prominent routes and at key active recreation, promote ecology and integrate junctions to provide for variety and legibility in the Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems are promoted. urban environment and to reinforce a hierarchy of streets and spaces. This site will accommodate Planning medium to low-density residential development in There is no planning history connected to the the order of 30 units per hectare. subject lands. coonan.com Description Services Viewing Interested parties are invited to satisfy themselves By prior appointment at any reasonable hour. in relation to the availability and adequacy of services. Title We understand the property is held Freehold. Solicitors Becker Tansey Solicitors, Jubilee House, New Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Freephone 1800 228 328 coonan.com Directions THE PROPERTY Directions From Dublin take the M4 to Celbridge east, junction 5. At the top of the interchange take a left and proceed towards Celbridge. On entering the town the Abbey Lodge pub is on the right hand side. Take the second exit off this junction keeping the river Liffey on your right hand side (sign posted Ardclough).