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MINUTES OF THE NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE MEETING

HELD ON MONDAY 17 MAY 2021

1 Minutes of meeting held on 19 th April, 2021

Order: Agreed. The Chairperson informed the NCAC of the imminent retirement of Elaine Mulvenny and the Committee expressed their gratitude to her for her unfaltering commitment as a public representative and as an ambassador for DCC.

2 Questions to the Area Manager

Order: Noted.

3 Area Matters

a Updated plans for Dublin Bay Discovery Centre - North Bull Island Order: Detailed Presentation Noted. Item to be brought back before NCAC prior to receipt of Planning Permission regarding 1) Philanthropic Funding – results of Feasibility study. 2) Sustainable Transport Study 3) Height of tower 4) Broader engagement/consultation with the public and local publicity posters recommended for public display.

b Sculpture Dublin Order: Cllr Donna Cooney and Cllr Deirdre Heney nominated to selection panel. Les Moore to confirm that there could be two nominations to the panel.

c Bryan Ward Senior Planner by invitation from North Central Area Committee Councillors to answer queries Order: Bryan Ward Senior Planner answered questions from the Councillors in relation to questions arising from April motions. He stated that the Development Plan Process review is the place to tease out high capacity issues and indicated the the National guidelines supersedes the Development Plan.

d Merville Avenue Waste Management Report Order: Noted. The Committee requested that a Big Belly Bin be considered at this location also that the ELO continue to monitor the situation here.

e With reference to the proposed disposal of a plot of land to the front of 212 Malahide Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3. 1

Order: Agreed. Refer to City Council.

f Naming & Numbering Proposal for a new residential development on the site of 52, 54, 56 & 58 Station Road, Raheny, Dublin 5- (1-105 Barlow Hall, Station Road, Raheny, Dublin 5) Order: Raheny Heritage Society suggested Owenmore be used instead of “Barlow Hall” as this was the local name of this site in Raheny North townland from late 1890s onwards. Joanne reverted to the developer and they are happy with this name. The full name of the development will be Owenmore Hall, Station Road, Raheny, it is adopted as it has approval from the NCA Committee and the DCC Heritage Officer. Refer to City Council.

g Naming & Numbering Proposal for a new residential development on a site at 14-17 Newtown, Malahide Road, Dublin 17- (Heatly Place & Newton Place, Malahide Road, Dublin 17) Order: Agreed Heatly Place for block A. Refer to City Council. Block B Developer is going to submit alternative name for approval at June Area Committee.

h Sports and Wellbeing Partnership Report Order: Noted. Cllr. Heney thanked Dee O’Boyle and her team for their continued hardwork.

i Housing Allocations Quarterly Report April 2021 Order: Noted.

j Housing Supply Report Order: Awaiting word back from Department regarding Oscar Traynor Lands. Cllr Cooney agreed to write a letter to the Minister for Housing on behalf of the NCAC requesting that he meet with them in order to progress this issue with no further delays.

Cllr. Gilliland supported by Cllr. O’Toole expressed concern regarding Slademore Presentation by Architects on 21/4/21. More meaningful consultation is essential. Brendan Kenny to refer back with responses to 12 questions. Connell McGlynn informed the Committee that there will be a 13 – 15 week delay on all City Council Builds.

Update Committee on Bunratty Road and Belcamp B.

4 Roads and Streets Matters

a Minutes of the TAG meeting of 27th April, 2021 Order: Report noted. Cllr. Cooney raised concerns regarding complaints of speeding of motor vehicles around safe zones. More signage is required / promote awareness campaign in Residential areas.

5 Items for following meeting

Report requested regarding dangerous parking and speeding at safezone in Kincora and request for additional signage etc

Water Safety Report ensuing from Motion 6 K May Agenda.

6 Motions 2

a Motion in the name of Councillor Damian O'Farrell That this area committee requests that DCC immediately desists from introducing ‘all day’ car parking at the public car park located opposite the end of Hollybrook Road, Clontarf, removes all ‘all day‘ parking signage and refers this issue to our Arts SPC under whose remit our Public Parks fall.

Recently ‘all day’ paid car parking has been introduced by DCC at the above referenced car park which is located in Clontarf Promenade Park, without consulting with local councillors

Background Initially (the noughties) there was free car parking at this location which is utilised by park users, strollers, joggers , dog walkers and customers of local businesses opposite etc.

However there were significant problems due to all day parking and during the city council period 2009 / 2014 short term paid parking in this car park was agreed by local councillors on foot of a recommendation by DCC to prevent this ‘all day’ parking which was blocking use of this space for the purpose it was intended.

The recent introduction of €6 all day parking by DCC without any local area committee consultation is both a contradiction to the previous recommendation by DCC and a change in policy as regards the use of DCC’s Public Park car parks. The move will cause serious disruption to park users and local businesses as was the case previously.

The Parking Policy and Enforcement Section will investigate this matter of all day parking as outlined by Cllr O’ Farrell and return with a report on the matter as soon as possible.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Hugh Fahey, Administrative Officer, Parking Policy and Enforcement Tel: 222 3847 Email: [email protected]

Order: Motion considered and carried. Supported by Cllr O’Muirí and Cllr. Heney. Detailed report required from Traffice to be circulated to the Committee. Refer Motion to the Arts, Culture, Leisure and Recreation SPC to discuss Policy. b Motion in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon That this Area Committee Calls upon the Minister for Housing to urgently introduce legislation at a national level and/or to lobby for legislative measures at EU level to prevent the wholesale purchase of housing units built in the state/thoughout the EU being carried out by corporate bodies whose sole purpose is for profit blocking out young purchasers of property giving them no chance of home ownership.

The full City Council meeting on Monday 10th May 2021 agreed an emergency notice of motion calling on the Minister to respond to this issue.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contac t: Darach O’Connor, Executive Manager Phone: 086 8150528 Email: [email protected]

Order: Agreed. Report to Councillor. c Motion in the name of Councillor Damian O'Farrell That this Area Committee agrees that all entry and exit roads ( listed below) to the Marino Scheme are entirely unsuitable for any kind of traffic diversions necessary during the estimated 18 / 24 month construction phase through Fairview (R105) of the Clontarf to City Centre Cycleway (CCCC) The Marino Scheme built in the 1920s includes a very narrow series of roadways totally unsuitable / unsafe for through traffic and a demographic of young children and older persons. There are major traffic safety concerns in the Marino area due to the impending construction of the CCCC and subsequent road closures and traffic diversions.

Furthermore, at the advance traffic planning stage and throughout the construction phase of the above project DCC will in the interests of safety and by whatever means necessary proactively ensure the Marino Scheme is not used for any traffic diversions nor will it be possible for drivers to rat run.

DCC will at an early stage report to the local area committee on how it intends to achieve the above mentioned traffic management.

Exit and entrance roads to Marino Scheme

o St Aidan’s Park Road o Marino Mart o Fairview Avenue Lower o Windsor Ave o Brian Road ( off Philipsburgh Ave) o Croydon Terrace o Turlough Parade o St Declans Terrace o Brian Road ( off Malahide Road)

The Environment & Transportation Department in Dublin City Council has no current plans to use the road network in Marino for traffic diversions during the construction stage of the Clontarf to City Centre Project. The Environment and Transport Department would also agree that through traffic should be minimised on these roads as far as possible.

Dublin City Council is currently in the process of procuring a works contractor for the Clontarf to City Centre Project. The contractor is 4

required to prepare a works programme, which will include detailed temporary traffic management plans for all phases of the works. When the successful contractor is selected, Dublin City Council will have more detailed information on how the works will be phased and details of the traffic diversions proposed for each phase. More information can then be provided in relation to the proposed diversions. At that stage, supplementary traffic management measures to assist in reducing congestion in particular areas can be developed if required.

The Project Team in DCC will report at an early stage to the local area committees on the proposed traffic management plans for the project. The team will work with Councillors in relation to any concerns raised, and develop measures to address them, including measures to prevent rat running through the network of residential streets in Marino should the need arise.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fiona Craven, Senior Executive Engineer Email: [email protected]

Order: Motion Falls. 5 Abstensions. 2 For and 4 Against. d Motion in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten That this Area committee desist in any plans to take away the very limited open space in Kilmore next to the Primary Care centre and provide an open forum to the community to engage in a proper facility being put in place in this area. This area of the city lacks public space and in one of the most high population residential areas in Kilmore and with more housing being planed there is a need for open public space. This area is at the junction of a very busy road so would not be safe or suitable for housing. gIven the level of residentially units in the area there is a duty on the council to provide community space. As such I ask this area committee pass this motion and write to the chief executive putting the areas committee views.

Reply:

The area between Coolock Primary Care Centre and Kilmore Road is zoned Z4 ‘District Centre’ in the Dublin City Development Plan 2016- 2022. The Z4 zoning objective seeks to provide for and improve mixed- services facilities. Residential is a permissible use under the Z4 zoning objective. It is noted that there are substantial areas of public open space in the vicinity including the Z9 ‘open space’ lands on the opposite side of Kilmore Road and lands adjacent to the Santry river.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Bryan Ward 5

Email: [email protected]

Order: Report to Councillor. e Motion in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten That this area committee write to the Housing Minister stating that we want disadvantaged areas where housing projects are taking place, that an environmental assessment be done on the community facilities, especial those of youths and if they are low that there would be an additional requirement for a high percentage of open space and community facilities to be put in place.

Reply:

The City Council is required to carry out a Strategic Assessment Report on all proposed housing projects as part of a funding submission to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.

The report assesses a number of options for development of a site and establishes the need to provide accommodation within sustainable communities in line with the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022. This includes the availability of open space and community facilities.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Dymphna Farrell, Senior Executive Officer Phone: 222 6114 Email: [email protected]

Order: Report to Councillor. f Motion in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten That this Area committee ask the Area Manager to investigate the possibility of having outdoor dining seating area in Ellenfield Park. I the council does not believe that it can facilitate a refreshment percent building that they explore the option of providing a permit to a mobile refreshment provider to ensure that the park is to be utilised as best as possible.

Reply:

The Council is activity exploring the licencing of mobile refreshment providers in such area where they can be provided in tandem with public toilets. Unfortunately there is no suitable toilet in the park that could be brought into commission under this initiative. The redundant pavilion to the north of the park is in such bad condition it would be prohibitively expensive to bring into service in the short term. The Parks Service is open to proposals from service providers as to how these objectives might be achieved.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Order: Report to Councillor. g Motion in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten That this Area Committee ask the Area Manager to open and maintain the toilets in Ellenfield park. With the government and the medical professional stating that outside summer is the theme the council has an obligation to encourage the health and safety message and ensure that toilets that are available are open.

Reply:

It is assumed this motion refers to the pavilion to the northern end of the park which was taken out of commission due to condition and public health concerns and would be prohibitively expensive to upgrade to the point where it could be opened to the public.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Order: Report to Councillor. h Motion in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney That the manager, in relation to access to the seafront in Clontarf, refer to concerns from users, both pedestrians and some cyclists, of the dangerous situation that prevails for pedestrians, particularly our valued elders, while trying to cross the cycle track at the various junctions in order to get to the seafront e.g. Vernon Avenue and Bull Bridge (at Kanoodle).

As the committee is aware, our elders have been more or less housebound for over a year now and its vital we take all possible measures to respect their right to be allowed enjoy our amenities in a safe manner. Many have now been vaccinated and so are keen to get out and about independently so we need to avoid situations where our valued elders are scared to cross the road at Bull Bridge.

Both cyclists and pedestrians appear to get the green light at the same time for crossing at the Bull Bridge which makes this crossing chaotic. This access point and others need to be made safe for pedestrians and cyclists e.g. calming measures installed, all cyclists to slow down/dismount at these junctions to avoid conflict and possible injury.

Reply:

hence "Two-can" crossing, or "toucan" crossing. Toucan crossings are commonly used across the city and many other cities and towns throughout Ireland in areas where Toucan crossing are used the width of the crossing is increased from a standard to 2.4m to 4m to allow sufficient space for pedestrians and cyclist to cross at the same time.

In order to reduce the wait time for pedestrian the junction in question currently operates with a maximum cycle length of 80s (the cycle length is the time required for all movements in the junction to operate, if demanded e.g. all pedestrian/cycles and vehicles movements). In order to allow sufficient time for the green and amber man for the pedestrian to operate the Toucan phase is allocated 25s each cycle. To allocate a further a separate time to a unique cycle phase would not leave sufficient timings to service all the required movements in the junction.

Contact: Seán Fallon, Assistant ITS Officer, Environment and Transportation Department. Tel: 222 6198. Email: [email protected]

Rumble strips and slow down road markings were marked on the ground to inform the cyclists that they are entering into a shared space.

Contact: Perry Chitombo, Senior Executive Engineer. Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Order: Detailed report on safety issues at numerous junctions along cycling lane with regard to mix of pedestrians and cyclists. Issues concerned cyclists and large numbers of pedestrians crossing junctions at the same time and speed of cyclists in general causing safety issues for cyclists versus cyclists and for cyclists versus pedestrians in general along the route including the protected cycleway and the cycleway inside small wall along promenade (from Alfie Byrne Road to Blackbanks). Report to Next NCAC Committee. Antonia Martin (Environment and Transport) and Deirdre Kelly(Cycling Officer) Temporary signage to be put down for Cars/Cyclists i Motion in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney That the manager, in relation to graffiti at the ESB substation in Marino Park and in the playground in Maypark, Donnycarney, arrange for removal of same

Reply:

The Public Domain Environmental Liaison Officer will request the graffiti contractor to remove this graffiti from both locations.

Contact: Richard Cleary, Public Domain Enforcement Office Phone: 222 8866 Email: [email protected] 8

The graffiti on the ESB Substation will be referred to the ESB in the first instance.

Arrangements will be made to have any graffiti removed from the playground in Maypark as part of routine maintenance

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Order: Agreed. Report to City Councillor. j Motion in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker That this committee agrees to the parks department undertaking a revitalisation of the playground in Maypark. The fundamental equipment is good but over years graffiti and general appearance has dis-improved. The playground could do with removal of all graffiti, brightening up through painting/restoration of equipment and a thorough weeding of surrounding areas.

Reply:

The graffiti and cleaning of the playground will be addressed as part of the annual maintenance programme. As is no doubt appreciated the treatment of weeds around the playground with chemicals is no longer acceptable such weeds will be strimmed when there is sufficient growth to facilitate same. The policy shift away from chemical control of ‘weeds’ or native opportunistic pollinator friendly plants does mean that they will be more evident in the public realm. Such plants should not be regarded as unsightly but as a positive that toxic chemicals are not being used where children play.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Order: Agreed. Report to Councillor. k Motion in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker That this committee calls on the manager to increase the number of lifeguards facilitating sea swimming and the facilities available to them to do so. Sea swimming has become increasingly popular and the number of lifeguards needs to be increased correspondingly. Furthermore current lifeguard facilities are inadequate and purpose built units such as these 9

(pictures attached) currently rolled out in Cork have much better visibility for observing swimmers. This committee calls on the manager to ensure investment in appropriate facilities and resources for the provision of a safe life guarding service.

Reply:

The Parks Service has become aware of the increase in sea swimming in recent times often taking place in areas that are nether designated bathing areas nor covered by the Beach Guarding Service. It is unclear on what basis the current lifeguard numbers or huts are claimed to be inadequate. It certainly would not be practical to attempt to provide facilities of lifeguards at every location where citizens choose to swim and the Council would always encourage those who wish to engage in sea swimming to do so where the Beach Guards are in attendance.

The designation of new bathing areas is a statutory process under the bathing water directive transposed into Irish Legislation in 2008. There may well be a strong rationale to designate and service new areas for sea swimming and to which end the Parks Service will monitor the situation and engage with stakeholders in the coming months including Dublin Port, EPA, Irish Water, Water Safety and Water Quality Departments, Local leisure craft clubs and user groups.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Order: Cllr. Stocker not happy with response. DCC Water Safety Officer to prepare written report to be circulated to NCAC members. If the NCAC are unhappy with report item to be listed on a future agenda. l Motion in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones To ask the Manager if the Dublin City community call phone line can be used to arrange transportation to vaccination centres for those older and more vulnerable people in the Dublin North central area who are offered vaccination in City West.

Reply:

The North Central Area Community Call team, wherever possible arrange transport for medical appointments etc for their callers. However seeing as the Civil Defence are now assisting the HSE with transport and a number of volunteers from the St Johns Ambulance and Order of Malta are returning to work, their availability is not as plentiful as it had been over the past year. The North Central team will endeavour to arrange transport for the older and vulnerable people seeking transport to their vaccination.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Derek Farrell, Acting Local Area Manager Artane- Whitehall LEA Phone: 222 8546 Email: [email protected]

Order: Agreed. Report to Councillor. m Motion in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones That this area committee asks the Manager to engage with the Department of Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to resolve the urgent issue of pollution of the Dublin Bay biosphere through inadequacy of wastewater treatment in Dublin Bay which is endangering bathing water quality on Dollymount strand and off Bull Island.

Reply:

Irish Water is the owner of the Ringsend Waste Water Treatment Plant and is best placed to address any queries in relation to any inadequacies at their facility or clarify what those possible inadequacies may be and any actions they may be undertaking to address them. Irish Water operate Ringsend Waste Water Treatment Plant in accordance with discharge licence D0034-01 which is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Industries that discharge wastewater (typically referred to as trade effluent) to a sewer or waters, are required to obtain the relevant discharge licence in accordance with the Water Pollution Act 1977, as amended. Discharge licences ensure that effluent is treated to the highest possible standard and released in a controlled manner that protects the receiving environment. Licences are issued under Section 4 and Section 16 of the Local Government Water Pollution Act 1977, as amended. Trade effluent licences are regulated by three separate bodies namely Dublin City Council, Irish Water and the EPA. The type of licence required depends on the scale and composition of the discharge. Sampling of trade effluent is carried out as per the frequency determined in the discharge licence. Dublin City Council regularly audits compliance of results with licence conditions and takes appropriate enforcement actions as necessary under the Water Pollution Act 1977, as amended. Dublin City Council is satisfied that it carries out its regulatory responsibilities in a professional manner and in accordance with the requirements of the relevant regulations and we are not aware of any third party operating their facility outside of their own licenses. In November 2019, Dublin City Council (DCC) set up a Task Force including representatives from Irish Water, Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government (DHPLG) and Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council (DLRCC). The Task Force meets on a monthly basis and is working to improve water quality on Merrion and Sandymount beaches and to address other issues. The Council also hosts high level meetings with EPA, HSE and DHPLG on this issue. We will of course highlight your correspondence when we next meet. The Council is working closely with UCD Acclimatize, a research project which aims to identify the main sources of pollution in Dublin Bay Area. We are also consulting with several other councils, Inland Fisheries Ireland, DCU and Local Authority Waters Programme Regional Office 11

(LAWPRO). Since the introduction of the task force, water quality at Sandymount Strand has improved from Poor in 2018, to Sufficient in 2019 and 2020. This means that the permanent prohibition was lifted and bathing is now permitted. DCC is committed to improving water quality at Merrion Strand and across Dublin’s bathing areas.

In relation to bathing waters, Dublin City Council (DCC) does monitor and report on bathing water quality all year around at six bathing areas, including Dollymount Strand and the North Bull Wall. If I may take this opportunity to outline our role in that regard; In relation to the remit of DCC and our monitoring of bathing waters, the responsibilities of a local authority are set out in the Bathing Water Quality Regulations 2008 (S.I. No. 79/2008). The Regulations require that Local Authorities monitor bathing water quality at their designated bathing waters during the bathing season which is from the 1st June to 15th September each year. There are two designated bathing areas in Dublin City Council’s jurisdiction to where the Regulations apply, namely; Dollymount and Sandymount Strands, In addition, DCC monitors the bathing water quality at four non-designated bathing areas, namely; North Bull Wall, Half Moon, Merrion Strand & Shelly Banks. DCC monitors bathing water quality on at least 20 separate occasions at each bathing area during the bathing season (regardless of designation), this is five times the legally required frequency. DCC also continues to monitor bathing water quality across all six bathing areas outside of the bathing season on a fortnightly basis. DCC makes the results of the water sample analyses available on an ongoing basis on our website and by means of on-site notices in accordance with Schedule 4 of the Regulations (Cabinets with noticeboards adjacent to the six bathing areas). During the bathing season, the water quality assessment data from the designated bathing waters is also published on the EPA hosted website www.beaches.ie. Our DCC website also provides further information as to our activities and reporting in relation to bathing water monitoring, including the recently recorded ‘excellent’ bathing water quality at Dollymount Strand. Should you have any issues accessing the data at the onsite cabinets or on our website please contact us for assistance. The staff managing this work can be contacted at any time in the future at [email protected] and they or I would be happy to assist you.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Gerry O’Connell, Senior Engineer (A), Flood Projects and Water Framework Directive Division Roy O’Connor, Senior Executive Engineer, Water Pollution Control, Flood Projects and Water Framework Directive Division

Phone: 222 2222 Email: [email protected]

Order: Agreed. Report to Councillor. n Motion in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland The North Central Area Committee recognises the challenges presented in the local area over the coming months with regard to the significant absence of indoor dining and other recreational activities and the focus on 12

outdoor activities. The North Central Area Committee recognises the need to prepare for such activity, in particular to minimise the level of public littering. Therefore, the North Central Area Committee recommends that areas of high outdoor footfall, particularly at local amenities and outdoor eating areas are identified and audited to ensure an appropriate level of litter bin provision and that appropriate bin emptying rotas are put in place, particularly at weekends and during good weather.

Reply:

Dublin City Council is calling out to all those partaking in outdoor activity to act responsibly by using the bin to dispose of litter and where there is no bin available to please bring litter home and being part of the “Leave no Trace” Campaign. There are currently over 3,200 bins in the City Council area with an additional 70 barrel bins in place at identified litter hotspots to assist with the extra demand with 30 additional big belly bin being installed in the first half of the year. Litter levels are monitored on a continuous basis to ensure there is an appropriate level of litter bin provision. Frontline street cleaning and bin emptying staff are working around the clock in an effort to deal with all of the extra litter that is being generated by this current focus on outdoor activities.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Richard Whelan, Administrative Officer, Waste Management Services. Email: [email protected]

Order: Agreed. Report to Councillor. o Motion in the name of Councillor Donna Cooney “To ask the Manager could the picnic benches agreed on in an earlier motion for the Clontarf promenade by the Alflie Byrne road and seats repaired on the shelter by the boat launch be put in place now for the summer season”

Reply:

To be discussed further at meeting.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Order: Report to Councillor. p Motion in the name of Councillor Donna Cooney That North Central Area requests By-laws to protect sea swimmers and birds and marine life in Dublin Bay SPA from unregulated Ski Jets use, there have been some recent near accidents 13

Reply:

The Parks Service has become aware of the increase in sea swimming in recent times often taking place in areas that are neither designated bathing areas nor covered by the Beach Guarding Service. There are no current proposals to increase the number of life guards, upgrade the lifeguards stations or designate new bathing areas but these matters will be monitored during the bathing season and reviewed in the context of water safety.

The Jetty and slipway at Clontarf yacht Club is provided for the launching and berthing of crafts and is not a swimming area. In the absence of byelaws restricting the use of jetskis in Dublin Bay other than in the areas covered by the Dublin Port Co. it would seem that the slipway at the yacht club could be considered an appropriate site to launch such a craft and the Council could be considered as acting ultra vires by erecting the signage requested to ban jetskis from using this public facility. Further legal advices will be sought on the use of the jetty and slipway.

It certainly would not be practical to attempt to provide facilities of lifeguards at every location where citizens choose to swim and the Council would always encourage those who wish to engage in sea swimming to do so where the Beach Guards are in attendance.

The designation of new bathing areas is a statutory and consultative process outlined under the bathing water directive transposed into Irish Legislation in 2008. There may well be a strong rationale to designate and service new areas for sea swimming and to which end the Parks Service will monitor the situation and engage with stakeholders in the coming months including Dublin Port, EPA, Irish Water, Water Safety and Water Quality Departments, Local leisure craft clubs and user groups.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Order: Refer to Arts, Culture, Leisure and Recreation SPC request that by-laws for Jet Skies from other Dublin Local Authorities be brought as part of the discussion. q Motion in the name of Councillor Donna Cooney To ask the Manager could the issue of dangerous parking on pavement and driving outside St. Fiachra’s National school Beaumont Dublin 9. be addressed, the Gardai have to regularly attend and put out traffic cones, could physical measures be put in place to protect the children in this primary school”

Reply:

Dublin City Council is implementing School Zones across the city. The School Zone treatment is designed to give priority to students at the school gate by freeing up footpaths and reducing vehicle drop-offs, pick- ups and idling. The aim is to reduce congestion and increase safety at the front of school, and prioritise active travel (walking, cycling and scooting) to and from school. School Zones aims to:  Encourage traffic to slow down in the School Zone area  Prevent parking on pavements  Encourage drivers to make drop-offs outside the School Zone area and not to stop in the School Zone area

A School Zone includes:  Line-marking stating ‘School Zone’ at either end of the area  Colourful circles on the road demarcating the front of school area  Pencil-shaped bollards on the footpath to prevent illegal parking  These design features assist in creating a safer, calmer, more attractive environment at the school gate.

We contacted all Schools in Dublin City in August 2020 inviting them to apply for a School Zone. To-date we have received 120 application. We have not received an application from St. Fiachra’s as yet but the application process remains open. We will contact St. Fiachra’s directly inviting them to apply through our online portal, https://www.dublincity.ie/residential/transportation/covid-mobility- measures/school-mobility-programme If the school applies, a site visit will be organised to determine the most appropriate intervention at this location.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Antonia Martin, Communication & Promotion Officer, Covid Mobility Measures. Email: [email protected]

Order: Agreed. Report to Councillor.

Cllr. Donna Cooney Chairperson Monday 17 May 2021

Attendance:

Members: Members: Members:

Dearbháil Butler Daryl Barron Patricia Roe Donna Cooney Catherine Stocker Terence Flanagan Tom Brabazon Deirdre Heney Jane Horgan-Jones John Lyons Naoise Ó Muirí Damian O'Farrell Larry O'Toole Declan Flanagan Alison Gilliland

Officers 15

Catherine Cahill Aileen Doyle Fergus O'Carroll Les Moore Sarah Brady Dara McLoughlin Deirdre Murphy Elaine Mulvenny Derek Farrell Connell McGlynn Karl Mitchell Donncha Ó Dúlaing Robert Ingram Bryan Ward Catherine Dolman

Apologies:

Cllr. Racheal Batten

Non-Members:

Connor Cooney (Architects)

DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 17th May 2021

Q.1 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell

“To ask the Manager to supply a copy of An Gardai Siochana submission to the Special Speed Limit Bye-Laws 2020 ( Covid 19) Phase 5 public consultation please” Special

Reply:

Local Authorities have, since the enactment of the Road Traffic Act 1994, been required to engage in a consultation process with respect to the publication of Special Speed Limit bye laws. It is recommended that the process should commence at the earliest opportunity so that the bodies involved can make informed contributions to the overall process.

The Road Traffic Act 2004 introduced a requirement for consultation with the general public. All representations and objections relating to proposed bye-laws must be made in writing to the Local Authority. Consultation includes:

. Advertising for submission of requests for consideration . Consultation with any adjoining Road Authority in respect of roads which pass through each adjoining Authority to ensure consistency of approach. . Road Authorities must consult with An Garda Síochána in respect of all proposals relating to Special Speed Limit bye-laws. . The Road Traffic Act 2004 provides for a public consultation process in relation to the making of Special Speed Limit bye-laws.

The proposal for the Special Speed Limit Bye-Laws 2020 ( Covid 19) Phase 5 followed the above procedure, and the Dublin City Council Road Safety Section sent an email on the 01 July 2020 16:17 to Garda Síochána and adjoining Local Authority requesting their submission on the proposed proposal Special Speed Limit bye- laws 2020 ( Covid 19). The Road Safety Section didn’t receive any submission from Garda Síochána at that time.

With regard to the concept design for the proposed Special Speed Limit Bye Laws April 2021 at the Non- Statutory Public Consultation, The Road Safety Section sent an email on the 19 of April 2021 15:55 to the Garda Síochána and adjoining Local Authority requesting their submission on the proposed proposal, and no responses was received from the Garda Síochána.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Rossana Camargo, Executive Engineer, Transportation. Road Safety. Policy, Strategy and Innovation Section. Email: [email protected]

Q.2 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole

“To ask the Manager to contact the management/occupants/businesses of Priorwood Shopping Centre regarding dumping adjacent to the ‘bring centre’ bins in the car park. Request that this area be cleaned up on a regular basis”

Reply:

Waste Management Services have attempted to make contact with the management of Priorswood Shopping Centre on several occasions over the last year. However when calling in to Costcutter, the shop assistant was unable to answer any questions relating to the management of the facility. We believe Priorswood Inn is the anchor tenant but this was closed each time we called. We will endeavour to make contact with the owners of this pub to establish if they are indeed the anchor tenant with responsibility for maintenance and upkeep of the car park.

Waste Management Services personnel regularly respond to reports of illegal dumping at this location.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Sid Daly, Public Domain Enforcement Officer, Waste Management Services. Email: [email protected]

Q.3 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole

“To ask the Manager to make provision for ‘Childen at Play’ signs at Newbury Woods, Dublin 17”

Reply:

The Transport Advisory Group cannot make any traffic management recommendations in relation to this area as the location concerned is private and not in the charge of Dublin City Council.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Martina Halpin, Senior Staff Officer, Environment and Transportation Department. Tel: 222 2528 Email: [email protected]

Q.4 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole

“To ask the Manager to respond following on from response to my Question 21, April 2021 Area Committee. What measures will be taken to investigate the illegal commercial dump on the lands at Belcamp for toxic material before excavation and removal”

Reply:

Investigations into illegal dumping on the lands in question is a continuing process with monitoring of suspected movements of waste in conjunction with An Garda Siochana where appropriate. Where there is sufficient evidence gathered, enforcement action under the Waste Management Acts is taken.

Contact: Brian White, Senior Executive Officer Phone: 222 5458 Email: [email protected]

A waste characterisation study has been carried out using trial holes to identify the nature of waste at this illegal site. Investigations into illegal dumping on the lands in question is a continuing process with monitoring of suspected movements of waste in conjunction with An Garda where appropriate. Where there is sufficient evidence gathered, enforcement action under the Waste Management Acts is taken.

Contact: Padraic Lalor, Senior Staff Officer Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.5 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole

“To ask the Manager to respond to this housing application of (details supplied) and if an indication can be given as to when they will be offered suitable housing accommodation”

Reply:

The above applicant is on the Housing List with an application date of 25/01/2016, and the applicant holds the following positions on this list: Area Bedsize Position Area B 2 207

Area D 2 96

Area E 2 254

The applicant will be considered for offer when accommodation to meet her household need becomes available and according to her position on the list. Dublin City Council allocates properties based on time on the list and currently there are applicants of longer standing who have to be considered as suitable vacancies arise. It is not possible to indicate accurately the prospect of an offer for any applicant. The number of vacancies arising will be a determining factor in the length of time applicants could expect to be on the waiting list. The applicant may be eligible for HAP which will provide her with financial assistance towards the cost of renting another property. Should the applicant wish to apply for the HAP scheme, she should make contact with the Allocations Section with current income details where a Housing Advisor can provide information and advice on the scheme.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Cathal Daly, Allocations Officer, Housing Allocations & Transfers Tel: 222 2639 Email: [email protected]

Q.6 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell

“To ask the Manager to organise the repair of the entrance barrier at the public car park opposite the end of Vernon Ave please ( opposite St John the Baptist Church / Clontarf Road). The barrier in question is at the city side of the car park and has been reported to me as unsafe (nut / bolt missing / barrier loose ) with the potential to cause serious injury or property damage”

Reply:

Repairs will be affected as soon as local schedules allow.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.7 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole

“To ask the Manager to respond to the housing request of (details supplied) who has expressed an interest in Bunratty Road Phase 3, if no-where becomes available before Bunratty is completed”

Reply:

The above applicant is on the Housing List with a Traveller Priority, with an application date of 25/09/2012, and the applicant holds the following positions on this list: Area Bedsize Position Area B 3 7

The applicant will be considered for an offer when accommodation to meet her household need becomes available and according to her position on the list. The applicant’s interest in Bunratty has been noted on her file. The applicant should be advised to maintain contact with the Local Area office in respect of upcoming vacancies suitable to her needs within her area of choice. Dublin City Council allocates properties based on time on the list and currently there are applicants of longer standing who have to be considered as suitable vacancies arise.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Cathal Daly, Allocations Officer, Housing Allocations & Transfers Tel: 222 2639 Email: [email protected]

Q.8 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon

“To ask the Manager to arrange for the Road-sweeper to go into all of Edenmore as weeds and grass are growing at the kerb sides and are unsightly”

Reply:

Waste Management Services have scheduled the road sweeper to go into Edenmore Estates on Wednesday 26th May 2021.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer, Waste Management Services, Phone: 222 4240 Email: [email protected]

Q.9 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon

“To ask the Manager to provide flowers or financial assistance to Residents on Edenmore Drive to plant flowers on their road”

Reply:

Where details of a contact person in the Edenmore Drive area are provided, a member of the Community and Social Development Team will liaise with this person to discuss the matter. Alternatively, this person can contact the team at the email address below.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Aileen Doyle, A/Area Community Development Officer Tel: 222 8865 Email: [email protected]

Q.10 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon

“To ask the Manager to advise on (details supplied) grant application for same ten years or more for a bathroom to be adapted as in her 80s and has a prosthesis”

Reply:

application for (details supplied) was received in March 2019. Our building inspector carried out an initial inspection on the 17th April 2019. The building inspector requested further documentation. To date this has not been received. On receipt of the requested documentation (details supplied) application will be further processed.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Teresa Conlon, Administrative Officer Tel: 222 5138 Email: [email protected]

Q.11 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon

“To ask the Manager to confirm how the fence at Kilbarrack Playground was selected as it is of poor quality and residents are complaining that it is an easy target for vandals and that the gateway into the playground is inadequate”

Reply:

The fence at Kilbarrack Playground was installed and funded at the request of North Central Area Office during the summer of 2020.

The weldmesh style fencing is the same as the boundary on the all weather pitch and is suitable for such a location. The gate is to prevent scrambler style vehicles entering the greenspace and to allow for the area to be maintained by Parks staff.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.12 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon

“To ask the Manager when are the slabs at Roseglen Avenue cul de sac entrance on both sides going to be replaced / reset as per agreement by the Area Committee to my proposal to have the works included in the 2021 Discretionary Fund Programme as one of the local clean up volunteers has injured himself on this trip hazard”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services has scheduled footpath repairs at the cul de sac entrance to Roseglen Avenue. These works are planned for 2021 however at the moment the date has not been programmed. I will liaise with the area office to confirm if discretionary funding has been made available for these works.

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Tel: 2222297 Email: [email protected]

Discretionary funds have been made available for these works.

Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Senior Executive Officer, Local Area Manager Clontarf – Donaghmede LEA Phone: 222 8846 Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.13 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon

“To ask the Manager to provide a bin and regular clean ups for the green open space between Foxfield Road and St Assam's estate in Raheny. There are groups constantly drinking here and leaving cans and bottles behind them rendering the area unsafe”

Reply:

Such anti-social behaviour and public consumption of alcohol is an offence and should be reported to the Gardaí, The Parks Service do not provide bins on such local open spaces and it is doubtful that the constituency referred to in the question would avail of same. The area is litter picked on a weekly basis in advance of grass maintenance. Incidences of dumping should be reported to [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.14 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon

“To ask the Manager if it is possible to allocate any additional funding for Raheny Tidy Village /Raheny Be Proud Group as they have attained a number of bronze medals in a row“

Reply:

The group have been funded under a Village Funding category relating to Raheny . We will compile current spending to date as invoices are incoming and expected in the very short term . We can then advise the Councillor accordingly “

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Senior Executive Officer, Local Area Manager Clontarf – Donaghmede LEA Phone: 222 8846 Email: [email protected]

Q.15 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon

“To ask the Manager to arrange for the planting of wild flower seeds on the Grattan Wood side of the entrance to Grattan Lodge on the left hand side before the pillars into the estate. It would seem that light issues caused by trees would not be present at this spot”

Reply:

The Parks Service have carried out an extensive wildflower schemes on high traffic routes in the North Central Area such as the Malahide Road and the Grange Road but do not extend such schemes into residential areas. Parks remain happy to work with local residents associations or environmental groups who wish to carry out such seeding in their local estates and seed and advices can be provided to such groups if they wish to make contact on [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.16 Question in the name of Councillor Dearbhail Butler

“To ask the Manager to monitor the traffic on Kilmore Avenue as it’s being used as a rat run from the Oscar Traynor Road and the Kilmore Road.

1. Could this have a ‘No left/right turn’ between peak hours 2. Could this have a ‘No right/left turn’ between peak hours 3. Also, the continuous white line that goes around the bend, always has cars parked on it causing incoming cars to come around the bend on the wrong side of the road. Can you investigate and advise the best course of action?”

Reply:

Parking on a section of a road where there is a continuous white line is illegal and Dublin Street Parking Services will be asked to enforce against any such parking on the bend of Kilmore Avenue.

Contact: Hugh Fahey, Administrative Officer, Parking Policy and Enforcement. Tel: 222 3847 Email: [email protected]

The request for No Right/ No Left turn between peak hours (Enquiry Ref: 70120378) will be referred to the Area Engineer for assessment and report to the Transport Advisory Group for their consideration.

The Councillor will then be informed of the final recommendations of the Transport Advisory Group.

Contact: Martina Halpin, Senior Staff Officer, Environment and Transportation Department. Tel: 222 2528 Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.17 Question in the name of Councillor Dearbhail Butler

“To ask the Manager to install calm traffic measures onto Avondale Park in Raheny. There is a lot of young children living in the area and the car speed is becoming an issue for residents. Residents are proposing 30Km/h signs, children at play signs and ramps or chicanes installed to force people to slow down”

Reply:

This request for speed ramps or chicanes (Enquiry Ref: 7020381) will be referred to the Area Engineer for assessment and report to the Transport Advisory Group for their consideration. The Councillor will then be informed of the final recommendations of the Transport Advisory Group.

Contact: Martina Halpin, Senior Staff Officer, Environment and Transportation Department. Tel: 222 2528 Email: [email protected]

The installation of speed limit signage in most areas was suspended due to Covid-19 related actions. Currently, the installation of the new speed limit signage 30 km/h has been resumed in phases for all remaining areas and is expected to be fully in place by July 2021. Therefore, DCC is planning to complete all signage installation in in the north central area within that timeframe.

Contact: Rossana Camargo, Executive Engineer, Transportation. Road Safety. Policy, Strategy and Innovation Section. Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.18 Question in the name of Councillor Dearbhail Butler

“To ask the Manager to complete a feasibility study on Artane Place (formerly known as Butterly Business park), with the view of using available units for art and cultural spaces. A similar study was completed for Bridgefoot Street/Merchants Quay”

Reply:

The Feasibility Study for Bridgefoot Street/Merchants Quay was funded by the Urban Regional Development Fund for two City Council owned buildings and a City Council owned site. In the case of Butterly Park the potential sites or buildings are privately owned. The City Arts Officer will liaise with the Area Manager to communicate with the owners of Butterly Park to establish what interest they may have in Artists Workspaces whether by rental or sale or whether a site exists that could be acquired for redevelopment as an Arts Facility. All is subject to available budget of course.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Ray Yeates, City Arts Officer Tel: 01 - 222 7849 Email: [email protected]

Q.19 Question in the name of Councillor Dearbhail Butler

“To ask the Manager to inspect the path that is damaged by tree roots outside (details supplied)”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled. This will be completed when a works crew is available in the area.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Email: [email protected]

Q.20 Question in the name of Councillor Dearbhail Butler

“To ask the Manager to review the pathway through Beauvale Park, Artane. The gravel has become loose, uneven and lots of elderly people use the space.”

Reply:

The locus will be inspected and any necessary works to make the path safe will be carried out as schedules allow.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.21 Question in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten

“To ask the Manager to look at the condition of the paths and green area in the upper half of Collins avenue off Shanowen, Shanliss and Old Town area. The area seems to have been forgotten about by the council roads and park department”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services has included Collins Avenue West in our Major Works Program for 2021. The road wlll be inspected and localised footpath repairs will be scheduled. Shanliss, Shanowen and Oldtown will be considered for inclusion in the 2022 works program.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Tel: 222 2297 Email: [email protected]

Q.22 Question in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten

“To ask the Manager to follow up on his commitment last year to carry out works in Cooleen road area as there is a number of broke paths and trip and fall accidents waiting to happen”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services has scheduled a number of localised footpath repairs on Cooleen Avenue. There is a backlog of footpath repairs in the North Central Area at present. As such a date for these repairs cannot be given however we will endeavour to complete these when a works crew is available in the area.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Tel: 222 2297 Email: [email protected]

Q.23 Question in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten

“To ask the Manager to look at the lane at the back of the Whitehall Bingo Hall and ensure there is a way that dumping in stopped”

Reply:

Waste Management Services remove dumped rubbish from the above mentioned laneway when necessary to do so. Our litter warden will include this laneway as part of his regular patrol and do all he can to address this problem.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer, Waste Management Services. Tel: 222 4240. Email: [email protected]

Q.24 Question in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten

“To ask the Manager to put back the litter bins that were removed without any notice to the councillors for the area”

Reply:

The big belly bin are being repaired and expected to be back in place within two weeks. There are temporary bins in place at present

Contact: Richard Cleary, Public Domain Enforcement Office Phone: 222 8866 Email: [email protected]

Councillors are only informed of decisions to permanently remove litter bins usually for the reason that they are being used to dump domestic refuse into and around them and are situated in residential areas which don’t really require litter bins. Litter bins which are damaged or have been vandalised are brought away for repair if possible and if not, a new litter bin is installed as soon as possible. We are currently awaiting a delivery of new litter bins to replace these damaged bins. If the councillor has any specific locations in mind, she can email them to me and I will ensure that they are replaced as soon as possible.

Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer, Waste Management Services Phone: 222 4240 Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.25 Question in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten

“To ask the Manager to write to the Minister of Justice asking that the vacant park in Santry Garda station be given into the Council control so that residence in the area that do not have open space area on Shanliss Road and Shanowen Drive, Ave and Road could use it as a community facility”

Reply:

The area office will investigate ownership of this park in Santry Garda Station & report back to Councillor.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Derek Farrell, Acting Local Area Manager Artane-Whitehall LEA Phone: 222 8546 Email: [email protected]

Q.26 Question in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten

“To ask the Manager to contact Go-ahead bus company and state that they cannot park up on Collins Avenue and block access to turning as it is very dangers and that they should use a more suitable location for their drivers rest breaks”

Reply:

The Parking Policy and Enforcement Section will investigate this matter of bus parking on Collins Avenue. If the Councillor could supply some further information on the location on Collins Avenue and time of day when they are parking it would be helpful.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Hugh Fahey, Administrative Officer, Parking Policy and Enforcement Tel: 222 3847 Email: [email protected]

Q.27 Question in the name of Councillor Racheal Batten

“To ask the Manager to provide an update on the situation with Kilmore Celtic and them having proper changing facilities”

Reply:

The North Central Area Office made arrangements for Kilmore Celtic to share St Luke’s Youth Centre with the Youth Club through a local agreement. This agreement came into place approximately a year ago.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Derek Farrell, Acting Local Area Manager Artane-Whitehall LEA Phone: 222 8546 Email: [email protected]

Q.28 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole

“To ask the Manager to refer to housing application of (details supplied) and her three children who are currently in private rented accommodation and has expressed an interested in a recent buy back (details supplied). Currently twelve years on the housing list. Could this applicant be given serious consideration for this buy-back allocation”

Reply:

The above applicant is on the Housing Waiting List, with an application date of 27/10/2009, and the applicant holds the following positions on this list: Area Bedsize Position Area B 3 62

Area E 3 50

Area M 3 19

Dublin City Council allocates properties based on time on the list and currently there are applicants of longer standing who have to be considered as suitable vacancies arise. It is not possible to indicate accurately the prospect of an offer for any applicant. The number of vacancies arising will be a determining factor in the length of time applicants could expect to be on the waiting list.

The applicant may be eligible for HAP which will provide her with financial assistance towards the cost of renting another property. Should the applicant wish to apply for the HAP scheme, she should make contact with the Allocations Section with current income details where a Housing Advisor can provide information and advice on the scheme.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Cathal Daly, Allocations Officer, Housing Allocations & Transfers Tel: 222 2639 Email: [email protected]

Q.29 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole

“To ask the Manager to consider suitable housing for (details supplied) and her two children aged twelve and daughter aged six, who are in a two bedroom accommodation. Applicant is from the local area (Darndale) and is twelve years on the housing list.”

Reply:

The above applicant is on the Housing Transfer List and in receipt of HAP, with an application date of 19/03/2010, and the applicant holds the following positions on this list: Area Bedsize Position Area B 3 126

Area D 3 44

Area E 3 151

The applicant will be considered for an offer when accommodation to meet her household need becomes available and according to her position on the list. Dublin City Council allocates properties based on time on the list and currently there are applicants of longer standing who have to be considered as suitable vacancies arise. It is not possible to indicate accurately the prospect of an offer for any applicant. The number of vacancies arising will be a determining factor in the length of time applicants could expect to be on the waiting list.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Cathal Daly, Allocations Officer, Housing Allocations & Transfers Tel: 222 2639 Email: [email protected]

Q.30 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager to please assist in the maintenance of garden (details supplied) due to situation - see attached”

Reply:

The Area Housing Manager has instructed the Project Estate Officer for the area to investigate this matter and assist the tenants in looking at all the options for getting the garden back into a more manageable condition.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Brian Kavanagh, Area Housing Manager Tel: 222 8549 Email: [email protected]

Q.31 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager to refer to land at these locations

(A) piece of land (see attached pic) that is overgrown behind a black railing. There is about 3 metres between the black railing and a concrete wall and the concrete wall backs onto the old Carmelite convent land. As far as I'm aware this is not a newly constructed railing and has been like this for years. (B) Griffith Avenue (C) Area fronting Beresford, Drumcondra, D9.

 if (A) is in the ownership of Dublin City Council (from as far back as 1926/28 when (B) was established

 what Council Department details (A) falls under

 if there is a policy on the use of details (A) as regards purpose, i.e. to provide for wildlife, sound barrier, and if same was requested by adjoining institutional owners at the time of acquisition or other

 if (A) can be used for community garden, installation of exercise equipment (similar to Clontarf promenade), some benches or even tidied up and planted with wild flowers

 if status of (C) is the same as (A) or if same has been taken over by Residents Association/Management Company”

Reply:

It is understood that these areas come under the remit but a detailed title search can be carried out to ascertain the full legal position. These areas act as de-facto wildlife refuges and connectivity corridors and provide a level of noise abatement and screening whether this was the original intent or not. While the Parks Service have no objection in principle to suitable sections of these areas being adopted by community or residential groups careful consideration would have to be given to the precise locations and proposed usages. It would be of the utmost importance to ensure that all residents that might be impacted upon and suddenly exposed to traffic noise or the loss of screening are agreeable. Furthermore any impacts on biodiversity and loss of wildlife corridors or connectivity would have to be considered in the context of biodiversity objectives. Also condition of the tree and the safety of these areas for public use might be a limiting factor here.

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

The plot of ground (A) was included as part of Ref. 7 of the Dublin County Borough (Drumcondra Clontarf New Road) Order 1928. While the plot between the railings and the roadway was acquired and is under the control of Parks Division, there is no record in the Council’s Property Register of the portion between railings and the concrete wall ever having been acquired by the Council. The plot is unregistered in the Land Registry.

The plot of ground (C) was initially considered for inclusion in the Compulsory Purchase Order but according to the Property Register it was excluded from the confirmed Order. The land between the railings and road is in Council Ownership but the land south of the railings at Beresford Estate is not. This plot is also unregistered in the Land Registry and Dublin City Council has no record of who the owner(s) of this or the part of plot (A) mentioned above may be.

Contact: Oliver Hickey, Administrative Officer Tel: 222 3055 47

Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.32 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager to clarify whether Seafield Road East - where Belgrove Schools are situated - is 30km or 50km? The map with the current bye-laws - as supplied to us by DCC in March of this year - indicates that the entirety of Seafield Road is 50kmph and there is no marking to indicate that the reduced speed limit applicable to schools applies in this area.

If you approach from Castle Ave the speed limit is signposted as 30. If you approach from Vernon Ave it is not signposted indicating no change in speed limit i.e. 50km from Vernon Ave or 50km from Seafield Road West. Our view has always been that the section of Seafield Road in the vicinity of the schools should always have been 30km even if only at school times similar to how St Brigids Killester on the Howth Road is treated.

It would be useful to have clarification on this matter and to have the signage rectified to indicate the correct legal position”

Reply:

Under the current Dublin City Council’s Bye-Laws adopted in the January 2020, the existing speed limit at Seafield Road Speed are as follows:

 From the junction of Castle Avenue to Vernon Avenue, Seafield Road West speed limit is 30 km/h. Therefore, the schools Belgrove Girls School and Belgrove Junior Boys are located on a 30 km/h.  From the junction of Clontarf Road to Vernon Avenue, Seafield Road East speed limit is 50 km/h.

Please see the following map of the Dublin City Council Speed Limit January 2020 Phase 4.

Figure 1: Dublin City Council Speed Limit January 2020 Phase 4, in colour pink existing 30 km/h and in colour purple arterial route 50 km/h.

With regard to the concept design for the proposed Special Speed Limit Bye Laws April 2021 presented to Councillors this year. The map below shows the current speed limit of Seafield Road West as a 30 km/h (colour grey) and it is proposing to reduce the speed limit of Seafield Road East, currently 50 km/h, to 30 km/h (colour yellow).

Please see the following map for proposed Dublin City Council Speed Limit Bye-Laws April 2021 Concept Design.

Figure 2: Proposal for Dublin City Council Speed Limit Bye-Laws April 2021 Concept Design. Roads located in grey colour are the existing 30 km/h, and roads located in yellow colours are arterials routes proposed to be designated as a 30 km/h.

The speed limit signage in Seafield Road West and Seafield Road East will be reviewed to confirm that all the requirement speed signs are in place in compliance with the current Dublin City Council Speed Limit Bye-Laws January 2020

Contact: Rossana Camargo, Executive Engineer, Transportation. Road Safety. Policy, Strategy and Innovation Section. Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.33 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager if some work could be done at the swimming spots on Dollymount/North Bull Wall? The last few times I've been there someone has slipped and fallen getting in because there is a significant build-up of algae/seaweed on the lower steps. This is at the mixed shelter and steps (the grey ones on the right hand side). I think someone could get badly hurt, so it would be brilliant if this could be worked on before it gets very busy again for the summer season”

Reply: .

This work is carried out annually as the weather warms and algal growth rate accelerates the work has commenced and will continue during the bathing season.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.34 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager if in relation to (details supplied), please say if this family can be allocated one of one three up and coming vacancies at (details supplied) and let me have his comments on the matter imminently”

Reply: .

The above applicant is on the Housing List with a Medical Priority, with an application date of 25/11/2020, and the applicant holds the following positions on this list: Area Bedsize Position Area B 3 5

Area E 3 5

The applicant will be considered for an offer when accommodation to meet his household need becomes available and according to his position on the list. Housing Allocations are aware of the need for a 3 bed property suitable to the applicant’s needs. Based on the applicant’s positions which are favourable, the applicant should be advised to maintain contact with the Local Area Office. It has been noted on the applicant’s file, their interest in the Parkside development in Balgriffin. Upon the vacancies becoming available for Parkside, Balgriffin they will be allocated in accordance with the Scheme of Lettings. Dublin City Council allocates properties based on time on the list and currently there are applicants of longer standing who have to be considered as suitable vacancies arise.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Cathal Daly, Allocations Officer, Housing Allocations & Transfers Tel: 222 2639 Email: [email protected]

Q.35 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager if he can please address the issues raised in attached correspondence to include issues around Jet skis, signage, swimmers safety & if the number of life guards this year will increase due to extra activity on beaches”

Reply: . The Parks Service has become aware of the increase in sea swimming in recent times often taking place in areas that are neither designated bathing areas nor covered by the Beach Guarding Service. There are no current proposals to increase the number of life guards, upgrade the lifeguards stations or designate new bathing areas but these matters will be monitored during the bathing season and reviewed in the context of water safety.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.36 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager to agree to be of assistance to (details supplied) on a once off basis, who is a vulnerable elderly tenant, of little means. a) remove suite of furniture from her house (to recycling centre) in order that she may make room for her recliner chair which she needs following her accident and b) help to clean up her back garden which is overgrown”

Reply: . As this a private dwelling, Housing Maintenance cannot deal with this matter.

Contact: Michelle Robinson, Senior Executive Officer Phone 222 3517 Email: [email protected]

As per the tenant’s handbook, gardening works and disposal of rubbish in houses falls under the tenant’s responsibility however as this is a private dwelling, Housing Maintenance cannot deal with this matter. Dublin City Council provide a bulky waste collection service for a fee of E40.00 to avail of this you can contact 222 2222.

Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Senior Executive Officer, Local Area Manager Clontarf – Donaghmede LEA Phone: 222 8846 Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.37 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager to refer to the two trees as per (details supplied) and say if he can arrange to have both inspected from a secure/safety point of view as a local resident is concerned about the condition of both and the possibility that neither will survive another winter due damage and rot and if he can make a statement on the plans for these two trees”.

Reply: . The large sycamore was inspected and assessed by Dublin City Tree Officer. The tree is hollow and removal is recommended within 6 months and a replacement tree will be provided during next planting season if ground conditions allow.

Tree number 2 was also assessed. There is a significant amount of dieback in the canopy, possibly due to some roots damages. It is recommended to remove the dead branches within 6 months and to monitor the tree.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.38 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney

“To ask the Manager to refer to urgent application for a disabled persons extension from (details supplied) and say if he can agree to expedite matters in this case where the lady in question is in urgent need do to her seriously debilitating medical condition and cannot survive in her current accommodation without the required disabled persons extension works being carried out.”

Reply: . This file is currently been assessed on medical grounds. A letter will be sent to the tenant within the next three weeks informing her of the outcome.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Michelle Robinson, Senior Executive Officer Phone 222 3517 Email: [email protected]

Q.39 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to confirm that a master plan be devised for Santry and Whitehall asap please and that any future development be halted until this happens”

Reply: . The Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022 provides a comprehensive and coherent spatial framework to guide the development of our city, and includes a schedule of Local Area Plans and Local Environmental Improvement Plans.

Santry/Whitehall is not identified in the current Development Plan schedule of LAPs. The new draft Plan will include a schedule of LAPs for approval and prioritising by the City Council.

There have been 41 Strategic Housing Development Permissions granted by ABP to date across all areas of the City; 9 have been refused Permission and 6 are subject to Court Proceedings. These permissions have the potential to provide almost 11,000 apartments.

In view of the ongoing housing crisis, it is not considered appropriate to halt development until a LAP/Masterplan is in place. Rather, the City Council will continue to work with all Agencies, including Irish Water and the Department of Education & Science to address infrastructure deficits in order to provide for a more sustainable compact City.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: John O’Hara, City Planning Officer Tel: 222 3813 Email: [email protected]

Q.40 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to comment on concerns of resident in Ard Na Greine (details supplied)”

Reply: . Dublin City Council are committed to the promotion of high quality design, and all schemes are subsequently assessed by the Planning Department of Dublin City Council during the Part 8 Process, in order to ensure that any proposed development is done in the interest of the proper planning and development of the area in which it is located.

It should be noted that there is precedent for a three story development opening onto Slademore Avenue at St. Paul’s Court, some 100 meters from the subject site. The currently proposed scheme of 35 units of age friendly housing is two storey where it meets the existing houses to the south of the site, and all three storey elements face onto the gable walls of adjoining homes, or directly onto Slademore Avenue.

Ayrfield Park is located some 60 metres from the subject site, however Dublin City Council are willing to discuss the potential to enhance green spaces to the North-West of the site, Ayrfield Park, the proposed open spaces associated with the subject scheme, and any other spaces adjoining the proposed development.

Due to the number of homes proposed and the expected demographic of the future tenants, the requirement for car ownership/parking is not expected to have an adverse effect on the existing traffic conditions in the area. This will be reviewed as part of the Part 8 Application and assessment process by the Planning Department of Dublin City Council.

Karl Mitchell Director of Services- North City

Contact: Bernie Roe, Senior Executive Officer Tel: 222 3598 Email: [email protected]

Q.41 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan

“To ask the Manager how many houses in the north central area will avail of the Energy retrofitting programme in the next 2-3 years, can i have a breakdown of same please”

Reply: . The Energy Efficiency Retrofitting Programme includes 20 properties scheduled to receive upgrade works in its works programme for 2021 in the north central area. The number of properties which will receive upgrade works in the north central area over the next 3 years will be dependent on the level of funding Dublin City Council receives from the Department on an annual basis for the continuation of the programme.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Michelle Robinson, Senior Executive Officer Phone 222 3517 Email: [email protected]

Q.42 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to comment on the proposed planning permission that has been submitted for the Beaumont drive in please”

Reply: . It is understood that this question relates to a current planning application to construct two Build to Rent apartment buildings containing 99 no. apartments ranging in height between 3 to 6 storeys on a site at Beaumont Road / Beaumont Grove / Grace Park Court / Ellenfield Road including a property known as ‘Beaumont Drive In’ under plan ref. 2569/21.

A presentation on this proposal shall be given to the North Central Area Committee on the 13th May 2021, the last day for the submission of observations is the 17th May 2021 and the Chief Executive’s decision is due by the 4th June 2021.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Bryan Ward, Senior Planner Tel: 222 6169 Email: [email protected]

Q.43 Question in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker

“To ask the Manager to engage with An Post to remove graffiti/repaint the post box at the junction of the Malahide road and Donnycarney road”

Reply: . The Environmental Liaison Officer has contacted An Post and requested this graffiti be removed.

An Post have advised that the public and local representatives can report graffiti directly by contacting any of the following:  anpost.com/Help-Support/Contact-Us  Completing an online enquiry form at anpost.ie/enquiry  Calling Customer Services on 353 (1) 705 7600  Writing to An Post Customer Services, General Post Office, O’Connell Street Lower, Freepost, Dublin 1, D01 F5P2

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Robert Ingram, Environmental Liaison Officer Phone: 222 8866 Email: [email protected]

Q.44 Question in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker

“To ask the Manager can the Council, as a matter of health and safety, install rubbish bins at Kilbarrick Childrens Playground”

Reply: .

There is a bin in this playground and another large capacity bin near the entrance with the supermarket which is considered more than adequate for a small local playground such as this. As often the most littered area is beside the bin it is considered that the main issue here is behavioural and not the availability of bins.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.45 Question in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker

“To ask the Manager can the Council resolve a bus access issue (details supplied) at a residential unit for adults with intellectual disabilities”.

Reply: . There may be issues regarding utility services in the central grass verge, mature trees in the verge and drainage requirements which make the removal of the verge unfeasible.

Road Maintenance Services will arrange to meet with a representative of St Michaels house. A better solution may be for St Michaels house to widen their entrance and pave the garden with appropriate planning permission and input from an engineer/ architect appointed by themselves.

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer Email: [email protected]

This central median contains a number of good quality amenity trees. It does appear that a section of this median could be removed at this property without compromising the trees however it is unclear if this will facilitate the bus. While this is primarily a matter for roads the Tree Officer should be involved with regard to tree protection.

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.46 Question in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker

“To ask the Manager what the current policy or by-laws are with respect to the use of jet skis in the Tolka Basin launching from the yacht club jetty in Clontarf and who is responsible for policing/enforcing these? Would the manager please make a statement on whether a sign could be erected at the yacht club banning jet skis. This question follows on from a number of incidents of jet skis passing very close to ski swimmers who are extremely concerned that there will be an incident”

Reply: . The Jetty and slipway at Clontarf yacht Club is provided for the launching and berthing of crafts and is not a swimming area. In the absence of byelaws restricting the use of jetskis in Dublin Bay other than in the areas covered by the Dublin Port Co. it would seem that the slipway at the yacht club could be considered an appropriate site to launch such a craft and the Council could be considered as acting ultra vires by erecting the signage requested to ban jetskis from using this public facility. Further legal advices will be sought on the use of the jetty and slipway.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.47 Question in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker

“To ask the Manager to review and revise the policy around designated swimming areas to reflect the fact that sea swimming is now an increasingly popular year round activity and to ensure that all swimming areas which are used in practice are properly designated and resourced as such”

Reply: . The designation of new bathing areas is a statutory and consultative process outlined under the bathing water directive transposed into Irish Legislation in 2008. There may well be a strong rationale to designate and service new areas for sea swimming and to which end the Parks Service will monitor the situation and engage with stakeholders in the coming months including Dublin Port, EPA, Irish Water, Water Safety and Water Quality Departments, Local leisure craft clubs and user groups.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.48 Question in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker

“To ask the Manager to undertake works to improve the swimming spots on Dollymount/North Bull Wall. There is a significant build up of algae/seaweed on the lower steps at the mixed shelter and steps which have resulted in slips and falls in recent times. It is important that this is tackled before a busy Summer ahead”

Reply: . This work is carried out annually as the weather warms and algal growth rate accelerates, the work has commenced and will continue during the bathing season.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.49 Question in the name of Councillor Catherine Stocker

“To ask the Manager to undertake a safety assessment of the cycle track and pedestrian intersections along the seafront in Clontarf, in particular at Vernon Avenue and Bull Bridge and to take action to improve safety for pedestrians trying to cross the cycle track.

It has been brought to my attention that elderly residents are unable due to safety fears to cross the cycle track to access the promenade and wooden bridge. Both cyclists and pedestrians get the green light at the same time for the crossing at the Bull bridge and the speed and frequency of approaching cyclists is prohibitive for pedestrians crossing and measures need to be undertaken to ensure safe crossing”

Reply: . Rumble strips and slow down road markings were marked on the ground to inform the cyclists that they are entering into a shared space. We will put additional rumble strips to reinforce the need to slow down.

Contact: Perry Chitombo, Acting Senior Executive Engineer. Email: [email protected]

Reply from ITS:

The pedestrian signals crossing the roadway at the entrance to the Bull Wall Bridge are known as ‘Toucan’ signals. A Toucan Crossing is designed for both pedestrians AND cyclists to cross at the same time, hence "Two-can" crossing, or "toucan" crossing. Toucan crossings are commonly used across the city and many other cities and towns throughout Ireland. In areas where Toucan crossings are used the width of the crossing is increased from a standard to 2.4m to 4m to allow sufficient space for pedestrians and cyclist to cross at the same time.

In order to reduce the wait time for pedestrians the junction in question currently operates with a maximum cycle length of 80s (the cycle length is the time required for all movements in the junction to operate, if demanded e.g all pedestrian/cycles and vehicles movements). In order to allow sufficient time for the green and amber man for the pedestrian to operate the Toucan phase is allocated 25s each cycle. To allocate a further a separate time to a unique cyc le phase would not leave sufficient timings to service all the required movements in the junction.

In relation to the cycle track at Vernon Ave / Clontarf Rd, pedestrian signals do not control crossing of this cycle track, however that section of the cycle track is clearly marked with cyclist Yield signs and signs indicating a shared pedestrian / cyclist’s area.

Contact: Seán Fallon, Assistant ITS Officer, Transportation. Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.50 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones

“To ask the Manager what actions are being taken to deal with anti-social behaviour and reported bullying intimidation and bike thefts in St Anne’s park particularly near an area paths off Sybil Hill road and Mount prospect Park entrances”

Reply:

While such criminality is primarily a matter for the Gardaí the Parks Service did meet with local Gardaí who have advised of the intention to increase patrols in the area. The Gardaí did request that consideration be given in the medium to longer term to the installation of cctv at the entrances to the park. This is not something that is normally considered by the Parks Service as staff are not available to monitor same. The Gardaí have indicated that the images could be fed to the local Garda Station. To this end consultations will be held with the area office and Gardaí to ascertain the feasibility of this suggestion with regard to infrastructure, data legislation and if this can be achieved in the context of future budget allocations.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.51 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones

“To ask the Manager what engagement he has planned for the local community to build support for the development of Senior Citizen housing on the Slademore road site”

Reply:

A number of public consultation options were discussed with the North Central Area Committee at an online meeting which took place on 21st April, including the following: 1. To meet directly with the residents directly adjoining the proposed development to inform them about the scheme, and gather feedback to inform the designs. This should also include the management of the adjoining St Paul’s National School. 2. To circulate the scheme proposals to the public via the DCC consultation Hub and other social media. This information to be promoted by the local councillors through their own channels. Feedback forms to be made available to interested parties for return to DCC. 3. Paper copies of the scheme proposals should also be made available through the area office for those with technical, connectivity or other issues. 4. An online session/sessions could be held to allow interested parties to engage with the DCC team, in order to give comments and feedback regarding the development proposals. 5. A proposal was made to mount an exhibition in Ayrfield community centre, where people could attend to view physical copies of the scheme proposals and provide feedback. This will have to comply with Covid 19 restriction regarding protective distancing etc., and would most likely need to be by appointment only. 6. A suggestion was made to defer consultation until full in-person sessions could be carried out. This was however rejected on the basis that this would introduce an unacceptable delay to the planning and construction timelines.

It is now proposed to immediately action point’s number 1, 2, 3, and we are also investigating the issues surrounding point number 4 regarding technical and any potential GDPR issues.

Further consideration of the issues surrounding point number 5 are required and we will report back to the NCAC in due course regarding the practicality of same.

Point number 6 is noted only.

It should also be noted that upon submission of the Part 8 Application, all parties will have the opportunity to submit observations on the scheme proposals for consideration by the Planning Department in the assessment of the suitability of the proposed scheme.

Karl Mitchell Director of Services – North City

Contact: Bernie Roe, Senior Executive Officer Tel: 222 3598 Email: [email protected]

Q.52 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones

“To ask the Manager in view of the ombudsman’s report into young people with disabilities being signed into nursing homes without consent how many independent living units suitable for young people with disabilities are available in the Dublin North Central area and how many are currently under development”

Reply:

There are approximately 1650 units of new build in the social housing delivery programme in the North Central Area which are due for delivery over the next four to five years. Dublin City Council has committed to 5% of all newly constructed housing units to be adapted for applicants with a physical disability. 10% of Allocations to social housing tenancies are to households where a member of the household or the main applicant has a disability. Applicants must be eighteen years of age to be eligible for the social housing waiting list in their own right.

Contact: Dymphna Farrell, Senior Executive Officer Tel: 222 6530 Email: [email protected]

None of the vacant units in the area that are currently being refurbished are suitable for people with disabilities. When an Area Housing Manager indicates to Housing Maintenance that a perspective tenant has mobility or accessibility requirements, Housing Maintenance will take this into consideration when issuing its works programme for a vacant unit. These works normally require an Occupational Therapist’s report before individual needs can be met.

Contact: Michelle Robinson, Senior Executive Officer Phone 222 3517 Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.53 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones

“To ask the Manager to inspect the footpath in the Bettystown avenue, Maryville road and Sybill Hill road areas and make any urgent repairs that are needed”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services will carry out inspections at these locations and schedule any necessary localised repairs. These will be completed when a works crew is available in the area.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Email: [email protected]

Q.54 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones

“To ask the Manager to inspect the Footpaths on Eannafort Park Road and Drive and make what urgent repairs that are needed”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services will carry out inspections at these locations and schedule any necessary localised repairs. These will be completed when a works crew is available in the area.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Email: [email protected]

Q.55 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones

“To ask the Manager to list the applications for finance from the NTA under the Active Travel programme have been made or are under preparation in the Clontarf ward”

Reply:

The following active travel projects that are either wholly or partially located in the Clontarf Local Electoral Area have been approved for funding by the NTA over the next five years:  DCC/12/0033: Clontarf to City Centre (Clontarf Road to Amiens Street).  DCC/19/0002: East Coast Trail – East Wall (Alfie Byrne Road to Tom Clarke Bridge).  DCC/21/0001: Finglas to Killester (via Collins Avenue).  DCC/21/0009: Coolock to Clontarf (via Vernon Avenue).  DCC/21/0010: Glasnevin to Clontarf (via Griffith Avenue).  DCC/21/0011: Santry River Greenway.  DCC/21/0021: Drumcondra to Parnell Street (via Fairview Strand).  DCC/21/0023: Howth Road (Baldoyle to Fairview).  DCC/21/0026: River Tolka Greenway (Fairview to St. Mobhi Road).

Bicycle and scooter parking has been provided to the following schools and sports clubs in the Clontarf Local Electoral Area:  Belgrove Senior Boys' National School, Seafield Road West.  Howth Road Mixed National School, Clontarf Road.  Green Lanes National School, Seafield Avenue.  Mount Temple Comprehensive School, Malahide Road.  St. Mary’s School, Windsor Avenue.  St. Joseph’s CBS, Fairview.  St. Vincent’s GAA Club, Malahide Road.  Scoil Uí Chonaill GAA Club, Clontarf Road.  5th Port Dollymount Sea Scouts, Bull Island.  Clontarf Yacht & Boat Club, Clontarf Road.  Clontarf GAA Club, Seafield Road West.

The following school in the Clontarf Local Electoral Area has had a School Zone established:  Green Lanes National School, Seafield Avenue.

A School Zone application has also been received from Our Lady of Consolation, Collins Avenue East. A site visit will be arranged in due course.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Padraig O'Brien, A/Senior Executive Engineer. Email: [email protected]

Q.56 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones

“To ask the Manager regarding the bridge in St. Anne’s Park at the intersection of All Saints Road and Bettystown Avenue, can additional safety measures be put in place at this location? There are quite a few dangerous parts around the bridge area, especially as a lot of toddlers play around the bridge as they are attracted to the water. Photo attached as example of the dangerous points at this location”

Reply:

The area will be examined to ascertain if there is a suitable workable solution to these concerns that will not exacerbate the situation or create other issues.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.57 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones

“To ask the Manager to please provide me with a contact person to put the residents in the Casino Park estate in touch with in order to provide assistance/guidance to help find a location for training. They recently set up a local boxing club for young people in the area and need a local area location for training that suits their needs”

Reply:

As you are aware it can be challenging to acquire a location that can assist in the installation of a boxing ring therefore it might be an idea to negotiate the possibility of a shared space in an already functional club.

However the Area Manager Elaine Mulvenny will arrange contact with the residents & would be obliged if Councillor Horgan Jones could forward their contact details on or alternatively they can make contact with Elaine as per details below to arrange a meeting for the week of 17th May 2021.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Senior Executive Officer, Local Area Manager Clontarf – Donaghmede LEA Phone: 222 8846 Email: [email protected]

Q.58 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager to arrange for the Yield Road marking on Holywell Avenue with the junction with Holywell Road to be re-marked and for Double Yellow Lines to be installed at (details supplied)”

Reply:

The request for renewal of the 'Yield' roadmaking will be listed for renewal within 30 working days of the NCAC meeting of the 17th of May 2021. The request for Double Yellow Lines (Ref: 7020409) will be referred to the Area Engineer for assessment and report to the Transport Advisory Group for their consideration. The Councillor will be informed of the final recommendations of the Transport Advisory Group at the following Area Committee meeting

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Damien Cooney, Traffic Officer. Email: [email protected]

Contact: Martina Halpin, Senior Staff Officer, Environment and Transportation Department. Tel: 222 2528 Email: [email protected]

Q.59 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager for the removal of the tree outside (details supplied) as previously agreed by Parks

Reply:

The tree is not considered dangerous and has been on the removal list with a low priority for some time and will be removed in the coming weeks as local schedules allow.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.60 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager to advise when the Donaghmede Safety Forum will return virtually via zoom; if contact will be made with participants of the safety Forum with a new date and time of zoom meeting”

Reply:

Contact will be made with the Gardai & participant groups with a view to facilitating a meeting.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Senior Executive Officer, Local Area Manager Clontarf – Donaghmede LEA Phone: 222 8846 Email: [email protected]

Q.61 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager to outline the status of (details supplied)”

Reply:

The application lodged in 1999 relates to a development for an extension to the exiting hotel & for 259 car parking spaces. The development commenced in 2005. There is no condition requiring a subsequent application to be submitted for the continued use of the car park.

The application lodged in October 2020 known as 3529/20 was for the continuation of the use of the conference centre previously permitted under application number 3353/18 on appeal by An Bord Pleanala on the 12/02/19 for a period of two years.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Greg Bryan, Administrative Officer Tel: 222 3108 Email: [email protected]

Q.62 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager to outline compliance with the conditions attached to the granting of permission by ABP for (details supplied)”

Reply:

The developer for the site at the Bonnington Hotel has confirmed that the site was surveyed in 2019 and an archaeological report and test excavation report was part of the planning application to ABP. A further investigation was carried out recently in the presence of an Archaeologist. A final report will be submitted to DCC as part of Compliance with planning conditions.

Any knotweed on the development site will be dealt with in accordance with current guidelines regarding excavation and disposal of same.

Contact: Dymphna Farrell, SEO, Housing Development Phone: 222 6114 Email: [email protected]

Planning permission was granted for a Strategic Housing Development proposal to construct 124 no. apartments at the Bonnington, (formerly Regency Hotel), Swords Road, Whitehall, Dublin 9 under DCC ref. SHD0002/20 & ABP ref. 306721-20.

There is no condition relating specifically relating to potential knotweed or other invasive species, however, the permission included an archaeological condition as follows:

20. The developer shall facilitate the preservation, recording and protection of archaeological materials or features that may exist within the site. In this regard, the developer shall: (a) notify the planning authority in writing at least four weeks prior to the commencement of any site operation (including hydrological and geotechnical investigations) relating to the proposed development, (b) employ a suitably qualified archaeologist who shall monitor all site investigations and other excavation works, and (c) provide arrangements, acceptable to the planning authority, for the recording and for the removal of any archaeological material which the authority considers appropriate to remove. In default of agreement on any of these requirements, the matter shall be referred to ABP. Reason: In order to conserve the archaeological heritage of the site and to secure the preservation and protection of any remains that may exist within the site.

The final grant date for this development was the 21st September 2020 and no compliance details have been submitted to date. Should compliance details be submitted in due course, they will be assessed in the context of the permitted development, relevant conditions and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Contact: Bryan Ward [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.63 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager to arrange for a traffic management study to be conducted on the feasibility/viability of opening the vehicular access into Gracepark Manor from Grace Park Road, through the Respond site - map attached. This access was previously used during the construction of Gracepark Manor. Opening it again would allow residents to avoid the construction traffic that will be present during the construction of planning application ABP 306721-20

Reply:

The lands in question are not in the control of Dublin City Council and therefore remain in private ownership. DCC is not in a position to consider the opening up of an additional vehicular access point through private lands. Changes to the road layout/access arrangements would have to be proposed by the landowner for consideration through the planning application process.

It should be noted that construction of planning application ABP 306721-20 will monitored by the Roadworks Control Division through a construction traffic management plan to minimise the impact on the surrounding road network.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Nicola Conlon, Senior Executive Planner, Transportation Planning Division. Tel: 222 6363. Email: [email protected]

Q.64 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager to provide an update on the 2 motions (6a and 6g) passed in the name of Cllr Alison Gilliland at the October 2019 North Central Area Committee meeting” (https://councilmeetings.dublincity.ie/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=141&MId=3852&Ver=4)

Reply:

Under the Dublin Regional Enterprise Development Plan 2020, the Economic Development Office (EDO) of Dublin City Council conducted a survey of Enterprise Space provision across Dublin city and the Dublin region in late 2019. All results were collated into a final report which was completed in December 2019; provided to our Economic Development & Enterprise Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) in February 2020 and published following the SPC meeting. Final report available at: https://www.localenterprise.ie/DublinCity/Documents/Enterprise-Co-Working-Space-Providers-in- Dublin-Research-Report-December-2019-.pdf

Meetings were held with our colleagues in Planning in March 2020 to review these results in line with the LAP for the Clongriffin area and in advance of URDF application submissions.

Following the fundamental impact of Covid19 on Dublin city’s economy & residents; EDO & LEO were categorized as critical services by the LGMA to deliver critical supports to businesses during the emergency period.

The Economic Development Office are currently preparing a follow-up survey on: hubs* in Dublin City and region, their contribution to the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem and economic development, and on the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic and associated economic crisis has had on them. The survey will be conducted in Qtr. 2 2021 and a report will be published in Qtr. 3 2021.

This updated report would be beneficial to area committees in showing the significant impact of Covid 19 and remote working on Enterprise Space provision across various locations.

EDO would welcome the sharing of information from any further research into Enterprise Space provision carried out by the local areas.

The Local Enterprise Office supports and services are available to all businesses across each area of Dublin City, including Clongriffin and the LEO is fully available to support business and enterprise in the area. LEO Business Advice Clinic and Mentoring are available to the Coolock Development Centre on request.

Notes: *Hubs are defined as: innovation, incubation, enterprise, co-work, research – spaces, centres or places, that in addition to space: provide development supports such as networks, advice, events, training and mentoring to tenant enterprises and entrepreneurs. These hubs provide an integrated and proactive level of enterprise / entrepreneurship ecosystem support, beyond operating on a sole landlord basis.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Ciara O hAodha, Senior Economic Development Officer, EDO Email: [email protected]

Q.65 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager to remark the cycle lanes along Skelly's Lane and Beaumont Rd”

Reply:

The location will be inspected in the following days. The condition of the surface will be noted. Any locations that are in need of remarking, will be scheduled for this year

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Damien Cooney, Traffic Officer. Email: [email protected]

Q.66 Question in the name of Councillor Alison Gilliland

“To ask the Manager to replace the litter bin (WMS 2301) at the bus stop on Kilmore Rd, opposite the Artane Beaumont Family Resource Centre with a larger bin given the high volume of usage of this bin by those walking to and from the shopping centre and using the bus-stop”

Reply:

Consideration will be given to this location when we order any additional big belly bins. It has been added to a list of potential locations for such bins, subject to funding being available.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer, Waste Management Services, Phone: 222 4240 Email: [email protected]

Q.67 Question in the name of Councillor Donna Cooney

“To ask the Manager could Dublin City Council look at a ways of resolving the issue with run off most probably caused by the development on Dollymount Court, the run-off comes from the top of Doyles Lane comes into a private house (it is slightly below the level of the lane) and creates big pools of water.

There should be some drainage and provision for run-off from the top of the lane so it is not carried down the lane to the Clontarf Road, if this was a requirement of the planning application, can the developer be requested to comply, or if not can DCC engineers resolve the issue”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services will liaise on this issue with the Drainage Department.

Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services. Tel: 222 2297. Email: [email protected]

DCC drainage maintenance will action this matter.

Contact: Cathal Kenny, A/Senior Executive Engineer, Drainage. Tel: 222 6375. Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.68 Question in the name of Councillor Donna Cooney

“To ask the Manager could more signage for the safe 30 zone and the speed bumps be reviewed for effectiveness on Kincora road, there is only one sign at the corner of Castle Avenue at present, there is a school warden on the road but outside Belgrove school times and at other parts of the road it can sometimes be difficult to cross safely”

Reply:

30 km/h Slow Zone sign, Sign F 403, may be used on Housing Estate roads where there is a 30 km/h Speed Limit and where a Slow Zone has been established in accordance with the guidance set out in Guidelines for Setting and Managing Speed Limits in Ireland published by the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport. Traffic Signs Advice Note provide guidance to Local Authority staff in the use/employment of the Slow Zone sign. This manual explains that this sign should be used at entry points to housing estates where a 30 km/h speed limit is being implemented and a ‘Slow Zone’ is being created. Therefore, to avoid the proliferation of signage extra signage, it is not recommended and additional 30 km/h signage at this location.

Contact: Rossana Camargo, Executive Engineer, Transportation. Road Safety. Policy, Strategy and Innovation Section. Email: [email protected]

Kincora road is currently traffic calmed with a number of speed ramps / cushions placed at the appropriate distances apart for optimum traffic calming and comply with the current standard. The factors taken into consideration in locating ramps include spacing between ramps, street lighting, location of driveways and proximity of junctions. No other engineering measures are recommended at this time.

Contact: Catalin Rosca, Area Engineer Environment and Transportation Department. Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.69 Question in the name of Councillor Patricia Roe

“To ask the Manager for an update on the big belly bin, which was removed from the footpath outside shops on Collins Ave (opposite Whitehall Cholmcille), as to when it will be re-installed? Also litter bin at bus stop at former Beaumont Market on Beaumont Road, has been removed, will this be replaced”

Reply:

The big belly bins are being repaired at these locations and expected to be back in place within two weeks. There are temporary bins in place at present

Contact: Richard Cleary, Public Domain Enforcement Office Phone: 222 8866 Email: [email protected]

Waste Management Services had the big belly bin replaced outside the shops on Collins Avenue on the 5th May 2024. The damaged litter bin at the former Beaumont Market on Beaumont Road will be replaced when our next consignment of new litter bins arrive in the coming weeks.

Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer, Waste Management Services, Phone: 222 4240, Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Q.70 Question in the name of Councillor Patricia Roe

“To ask the Manager to look at options for installing traffic calming measures on Brookwood Crescent. The road is being used as a rat-run by cars and trucks. Residents would be in favour of bollards being installed at the Gracefield Avenue end of the road to create a cul-de-sac. If that is not an option, could speed bumps be installed in order to slow down traffic”

Reply:

The Area Engineer has reported that the minimum requirements for the installation of ramps have not been met with regard to straight road length and traffic volume.

A previous site inspection did not indicate the presence of excessive speeding on Brookwood Crescent.

For the most part, there is on-street parking which effectively acts as a traffic calming measure by physically narrowing the carriageway and reducing drivers’ forward visibility.

In addition, Brookwood Crescent is covered by the 30 km/h Slow Zone sign, indicating the lower speed limit and that the area is a Home Zone/Slow Zone, which warns motorists that it is a residential area and to expect children.

In relation to road closures, Dublin City Council only recommends road closures and one-way systems in exceptional circumstances, as they can have considerable drawbacks associated with them including:

• Operational difficulties for emergency services, waste disposal and delivery. • Considerable inconvenience to local residents and other road users due to diverted traffic. • Increased volumes of traffic on other local streets as traffic is displaced. • Increased traffic speeds. Therefore, it is not advised to turn Brookwood Crescent into a cul de sac.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Catalin Rosca, Area Traffic Engineer, Environment & Transportation Dept. Phone: 222 6145. Email: [email protected]

Q.71 Question in the name of Councillor Patricia Roe

“To ask the Manager to consider gating the lane running between (details supplied). This area has become a drug sales/pick up location and local residents are afraid to use the lane”

Reply:

The laneway in question is ‘in charge’ of Dublin City Council which means there is a statutory public right of way over it. In order to extinguish the public right of way the resident’s in house numbers 11 & 15 on the Road of (details supplied) (the only properties abutting the laneway) will need to submit an official application to the Executive Manager, Dublin City Council, North Central Area Office, Northside Civic Centre, Bunratty Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. The application should include the following:  A signed petition from homeowners of 11 & 15 on the road of (details supplied)  The reason for requesting closure.  A map of the location highlighting where they propose to erect the gates/walls.  A statement as to how the laneway will be maintained in the future by the fee simple owner of the ground and/or the adjoining owners/occupiers and how access will be provided for any private right of way, and to any public services – E.S.B, Gas, Water, Drainage etc. that may exist on or under the laneway if these services are not diverted at the proposers expense.  Commitment from residents to undertake the cost of closure and the future maintenance of the laneway, which includes the cost of diverting services if they exist in the laneway.

An extinguishment of a public right of way is a statutory procedure, which must be published, there is a right of objection by local residents and members of the general public, who may not agree with the proposal and these objections must be considered by the City Council even to the extent of hearing the views of both proposers and objectors at an Oral Hearing should the need arise. The extinguishment of a public right of way is a reserved function of the City Council.

Upon receipt of this information and the undertaking as to future maintenance of the laneway and details of the proposed method of closure i.e. gates with lock and key, electronic gates with keypads, gates with coded padlocks or walls etc. the matter can receive further attention.

Residents can contact Joanne O’Sullivan Staff Officer North Central Area Office for further information and advice- Email: [email protected]

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Joanne O’Sullivan Tel: 222 8541/ 0872868325 Email: [email protected]

Q.72 Question in the name of Councillor Patricia Roe

“To ask the Manager to have a survey carried out at (details supplied) to locate the source of foul odours emanating from bathroom pipes in this 83 year old lady’s home. (It would be helpful if DCC could give notice before calling out as she has a lot of hospital appointments and her son would like to be present to explain the situation.)

Reply:

Dublin City Council will make arrangements with the tenant and her son to call to the property and carry out an inspection to locate the source of the smell and hopefully resolve this for the tenant.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Michelle Robinson, Senior Executive Officer Phone 222 3517 Email: [email protected]

Q.73 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell

“To ask the Manager to confirm please that the Fire Officer is satisfied with the parking arrangements on the Bull Wall and that the Fire Officer is satisfied that they can deal with an incident at the cottages/den or on the beach without impediment”

Reply:

The ACFO in charge of operations is in the process of drafting an emergency response plan for Dublin Fire Brigade for incidents on Bull Island, Dollymount. The plan has been drafted in consultation with other emergency services, in particular the Irish Coast Guard. The aim of the plan is to assist in rapid deployment and co-ordination of the resources needed to help mitigate the effects of an emergency incident on Bull Island.

The following agencies were consulted in the preparation of the plan:

 Dublin Fire Brigade  Irish Coast Guard  Dublin City Council Parks and recreation . Beach safety (life guard Station)  An Garda Síochána  Dublin Port Company

Dublin Fire Brigade are satisfied that we can deal with an incident at the cottages or the scout Den. However, Dublin Fire Brigades operational plan will include recommendations for improvements to access routes and increase road markings (Double yellow lines) as part of our operational procedure for Bull Island.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact Dennis Keeley, Chief Fire Officer Email [email protected]

Q.74 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell

“To ask the Manager to report on DCC’s roll out of public toilets in the north central area including the clontarf coastal area please”

Reply:

Public toilets are provided at the following locations serving the North Central Area:

Dollymount, Bull Wall 24 Hours St. Annes Park Tearooms 9am to 6pm Monday to Sunday Clontarf Rd. Sports Pitches, Clontarf Road, Dublin 10am to 8pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm Saturday 3 and Sunday Coolock Library, Barryscourt Road, Kilmore, Dublin Monday & Thursday 1pm to 8pm 17 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10am to 4pm Monday & Thursday 1pm to 8pm Raheny Library, Howth Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10am to 4pm Monday 1pm to 8pm Drumcondra Library, Millmount Avenue, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday Drumcondra, Dublin 9 10am to 4pm

The Sports Section have been monitoring use figures for Clontarf Sports Pitches and they are as follows:  Week 26th April to 2nd May – 17 total users  Week 3rd May to 9th May – 18 total users

Despite much media coverage and these toilets appearing on several Apps and websites these numbers are disappointingly low.

The tender for the provision of public conveniences in conjunction with retail units closed on Friday 14th May. It is hoped this tender will provide additional facilities in the North Central Area.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Coilin O Reilly, Director of Services – City Recovery Email: [email protected]

Q.75 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to provide a full report on what role DCC had in the following purchase (details supplied) and if he will make a statement on the matter”

Reply:

Clúid Housing submitted an application for funding to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage for the acquisition of the above apartment development. Dublin City Council fully supported this application on the basis of the documented need for social housing in this area. Cluid Housing are now in full ownership of this apartment complex and tenants have taken up occupation of their new homes.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Dymphna Farrell, Senior Executive Officer, Housing & Community Services Phone: 222 6530 Email: [email protected]

Q.76 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to provide an update on plans to make Clongriffin town centre a vibrant centre as advertised by the developers when selling the development and if he will make a statement on the matter”

Reply:

Clongriffin is only half built with another half to go so it is hard to see the full impact of all the facilities in place. Fr. Collins Park is Ireland’s first wholly sustainable park, wind turbines provide electricity to the park. The extensive landscape in Fr. Collins Park offers excellent walking/running trails for all ages. The Train Station Park and Ride is an excellent facility for the community. The construction of the Hole in the Wall Rd/Mayne Road junction update which commenced in 2020 has been designed to incorporate the Bus Connects-Core Bus Corridor No. 1 from the City Centre to Clongriffin Train Centre.

Adjacent to the Train Stations is Civic Square which is ideal for small events and outdoor exhibitions, which features a performance area, ambient lighting and integrated terrace stone block seating.

There is a very good community spirit in Clongriffin with many clubs and groups who access both the Hub, 60 Main Strret and the Junction Community Centre, 11 Station Square for various activities such as: Dance, martial arts, Mother & Toddler Groups, Scouts, Dog training, Drama, Yoga, Weight Watcher classes. The Hub also hosts parties and social events for the community. These two community facilities are a joint initiative between Gannon Homes and Dublin City Council and provide a free, bookable community space with lots of family activities to the community in Clongriffin.

There is a wide range of retail and dining amenities and Gannon Homes are actively seeking/negotiating with prospective tenants for vacant units. CRC Day Care Centre will be moving into 1 Station Street and Clongriffin Medical Centre situated at 17 Main Street hope to soon be in a position to provide dental services.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Deirdre Murphy Tel: 222 8845 Email: [email protected]

Q.77 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to provide details re: a planning application (details supplied) and if he will make a statement on the matter”

Reply:

The matter will be investigated and a reply will issue directly to the councillor in the coming weeks.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: John Downey, A/Planning Enforcement Manager Tel: 222 3465 Email: [email protected]

Q.78 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to deal with the following issue at (details supplied) and if he will make a statement on the matter”

Reply:

Dublin City Council has requested a contractor to inspect the property and carry out any necessary repairs. These works will be completed within the next two weeks.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Michelle Robinson, Senior Executive Officer Phone: 222 3517 Email: [email protected]

Q.79 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to respond to the following complaint regarding grass cutting (details supplied) and if he will make a statement on the matter”

Reply:

Local Parks Management will make contact with this resident to discuss this matter.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

Q.80 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to update re: adaptation grant for the following (detail supplied) and if he will make a statement on the matter”

Reply:

This file is currently being assessed on medical grounds. A letter will be sent to the tenant within the next three weeks informing her of the outcome.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Michelle Robinson, Senior Executive Officer Phone: 222 3517 Email: [email protected]

Q.81 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to provide an update as to the number of houses and apartments that are to be retrofitted in the north central area in 2021 and for the next 3 years and if he will make a statement on the matter”

Reply:

The Energy Efficiency Retrofitting Programme includes 20 properties scheduled to receive upgrade works in its works programme for 2021 in the north central area. The number of properties which will receive upgrade works in the north central area over the next 3 years will be dependent on the level of funding Dublin City Council receives from the Department on an annual basis for the continuation of the programme.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Michelle Robinson, Senior Executive Officer Phone 222 3517 Email: [email protected]

Q.82 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to have footpath repaired outside the following house (detail supplied) and if he will make a statement on the matter”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled. This will be completed when a works crew is available in the area.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Email: [email protected]

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Q.83 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to respond to the following communication (details supplied) and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Reply:

1. Response: There is precedent for a three story development opening onto Slademore Avenue at St. Paul’s Court, some 100 meters from the subject site. The currently proposed scheme of 35 units of age friendly housing is two storey where it meets the existing houses to the south of the site, and all three storey elements face onto the gable walls of adjoining homes, or directly onto Slademore Avenue.

2. Response: Ayrfield Park is located some 60 metres from the subject site, however Dublin City Council are willing to discuss the potential to enhance green spaces to the North-West of the site, Ayrfield Park, the proposed open spaces associated with the subject scheme, and any other spaces adjoining the proposed development.

3. Response: As part of the design process Dublin City Council typically carries out a shadow analysis of any proposal in order to assess the potential impact of overshadowing on any adjoining buildings or spaces. We are willing to share the results of this analysis when completed.

4. Response: Due to the number of homes proposed and the expected demographic of the future residents, the requirement for car ownership/parking is not expected to have an adverse effect on the existing traffic conditions in the area. This will be reviewed as part of the Part 8 Application and subsequent assessment process by the Planning Department of Dublin City Council.

5. Response: Area impact studies of this nature, are typically not required for a development of this scale. Dublin City Council will review the requirement for same with their design team. If there are specific areas of concern however, we would be happy to meet with you to discuss these further.

Alternative Proposal: Dublin City Council are committed to the promotion of high quality design, and all schemes are subsequently assessed by the Planning Department of Dublin City Council during the Part 8 Process, in order to ensure that any proposed development is in the interest of the proper planning and development of the area in which it is located.

The community facility was included in response to the zoning requirements on the site, and to add a further resource and amenity to the proposed development and the wider community. We will review the requirement for the proposed community facility in conjunction with our design team and the Planning Department.

Karl Mitchell Director of Services – North City

Contact: Bernie Roe, Senior Executive Officer Tel: 222 3598 Email: [email protected]:

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Q.84 Question in the name of Councillor Terence Flanagan

“To ask the Manager to respond to the following correspondence” 1. Is the Council aware of any major planning conditions which remain outstanding in respect of the Gannon developments in Clongriffin 2. Has the Council had any discussions surrounding commencement of the Strategic Housing Development obtained by Gannon for Clongriffin in 2018, and can it indicate when a schedule of works might commence.

Reply:

A developer is responsible for complying with all relevant conditions when a permission is implemented. Some permissions in the Clongriffin area have lapsed and some permissions have not been implemented to date. Planning enforcement will investigate if there is concern that a development has not been implemented in accordance with the relevant permission and associated conditions.

Two separate concurrent SHD permissions were granted for the development of most of the remaining Clongriffin town centre lands under DCC Ref: SHD 0015/19(SHD1) & SHD0016/19(SHD 2) & ABP Ref: 305316-19(SHD1) 305319-19(SHD2). The developer has not indicated when it is intended to commence development. The developer can implement either permission up until early 2025 when both permissions expire.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Bryan Ward Email: [email protected]

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Q.85 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager if he will arrange for the permanent repair of the footpath at (details supplied)? This path was raised and uneven which is causing dangerous trips and falls from residents”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled. This will be completed when a works crew is available in the area.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Email: [email protected]

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Q.86 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager if he will arrange for the permanent repair of the footpath close to the entrance of Ashcroft, Raheny Road , Raheny, Dublin 5( Public path on road to Raheny Road) This path was raised and uneven which is causing dangerous trips and falls from residents”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services will schedule a repair at this location as part of the Annual Major Works contract. These works are planned for completion in 2021.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Email: [email protected]

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Q.87 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager if he will arrange for the review of the footpath at Foxfield Grove/ Park, Raheny (Between the Green space)

The paths in this location need to examined and reviewed with it listed as a future project for Road Maintenance”

Reply:

Due to the vague nature of the description of the locus, Road Maintenance Services could not schedule an inspection at this location. We have sought confirmation of the locus from the North Central Area office.

Road Maintenance Services will inspect the location on receipt of this information and record any repairs required. These will be completed when a works crew is next available in the area.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services. Tel: 222 2297. Email: [email protected]

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Q.88 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager to examine the use of green space at Swan’s Nest Road, Kilbarrack, and potential creating of an entrance that can allow easier access for public use”

Reply:

There is a pedestrian gate to the south of the green space and a double maintenance gate to the north which would seems to provide for good public access to this open space. If there is a particular constituency that is not being adequately catered for detail should be forwarded to [email protected] to allow access to be accessed.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

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Q.89 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager to advise if the railing at Kilbarrack Playground, Dublin 5. (Reported of damage to area manager and further damage done April 2021) have been repaired or replaced as there was more damage done in recent weeks to the railing again and confirm when remain fencing will be completed around the full perimeter”

Reply:

Replacements have been ordered for 2 damaged panels and repairs scheduled for the other areas of minor damage which will be affected in the coming weeks as schedules allow.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

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Q.90 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager to consult with the Sports Club at (Details Supplied) to work with them with the view of installing cabins on site. To ask area manager to meet onsite for discuss”

Reply:

The Area Manager Elaine Mulvenny will arrange a site meeting with the sports club as soon as is possible. I would be obliged if Councillor Barron could forward their contact details to Elaine or alternatively they can make contact with Elaine as per details below to arrange this meeting.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Senior Executive Officer, Local Area Manager Clontarf – Donaghmede LEA Phone: 222 8846 Email: [email protected]

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Q.91 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager to arrange a road sweeper to go into Ayrfield and Edenmore Estate and to give residents/councillor notice of it going into the estates”

Reply:

Waste Management Services have scheduled the road sweeper to go into Ayrfield and Edenmore Estates on Wednesday 26th May 2021.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer, Waste Management Services, Phone: 222 4240 Email: [email protected]

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Q.92 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager to please examine council house at (details supplied) as complaints received from residents that rodents in back garden with Waste/rubbish material being stored in shed”

Reply:

The Area Housing Manager has instructed the Project Estate Officer for the area to investigate the reports of rubbish hoarding and to liaise with both Housing Maintenance and HSE pest control to remove the cause of the problem and to treat the area for the vermin as required.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Brian Kavanagh, Area Housing Manager Tel: 222 8549 Email: [email protected]

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Q.93 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager to please examine council house (details supplied) as complaints received from residents that Waste/rubbish material being stored as house does not have any waste bins for several years”

Reply:

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Brian Kavanagh, Area Housing Manager Tel: 222 8549 Email: [email protected]

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Q.94 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager to please report when schedule repairs in Thornville Road, Kilbarrack will be completed as schedule for completion in 2020 by Road Maintenance”

Reply:

The repairs at Thornville Road are scheduled for repair in in the coming 8 weeks.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Email: [email protected]

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Q.95 Question in the name of Councillor Daryl Barron

“To ask the Manager to confirm when the repair of the pavement slabs in Roseglen, Kilbarrack will take place. This path was raised and uneven which is causing dangerous trips and falls from residents in locality”

Reply:

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Tel: 2222297 Email: [email protected]

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Q.96 Question in the name of Councillor Naoise O’Muiri

“To ask the Manager to organise for the safety issues at the Bull Wall swimming shelters as raised in the following correspondence (details supplied) to be addressed”

Reply:

This work is carried out annually as the weather warms and algal growth rate accelerates, the work has commenced and will continue during the bathing season.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Fergus O’Carroll, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Email: [email protected]

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Q.97 Question in the name of Councillor Naoise O’Muiri

“To ask the Manager to please put the footpaths on the eastern side of Upper Drumcondra Road on a renewal programme as they need significant repair and investment”

Reply:

Road Maintenance Services has allocated its budget for 2021 however if additional funding becomes available we will consider this location for repairs. Otherwise this location will be considered for repair in 2022 as part of the Major Works Program.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Shane Satell, Senior Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services Email: [email protected]

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Q.98 Question in the name of Councillor Naoise O’Muiri

“To ask the Manager that the 2021 discretionary fund included an allocation for a pilot to try and repair the grass verges on the southern side of Griffith Avenue (eastern end)”

Reply:

We will have work on the verges costed very shortly with a view to remedy and contributing funding from discretionary fund.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Senior Executive Officer, Local Area Manager Clontarf – Donaghmede LEA Phone: 222 8846 Email: [email protected]

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Q.99 Question in the name of Councillor Naoise O’Muiri

“To ask the Manager that the 2021 discretionary fund included an allocation for renewal of the green area to the left of the entrance in to Casino Park off the Malahide Road. Can the Manager confirm how this can be actioned”

Reply:

The above will be actioned with the cooperation of the Parks department with a preliminary site meeting to be arranged very shortly.

Karl Mitchell Acting Executive Manager /Director of Services North City

Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Senior Executive Officer, Local Area Manager Clontarf – Donaghmede LEA Phone: 222 8846 Email: [email protected]

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