NOTIFICATION TO ATTEND MONTHLY MEETING OF THE NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE TO BE HELD IN THE NORTHSIDE CIVIC CENTRE, BUNRATTY ROAD COOLOCK, DUBLIN 17 ON MONDAY 20th MAY 2013 AT 2.00 P.M
TO EACH MEMBER OF THE NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE
You are hereby notified to attend the monthly meeting of the above Committee to be held on 20th May 2013 at 2.00 pm in Northside Civic Centre, Bunratty Road, Coolock, Dublin 17 to deal with the items on the agenda attached herewith.
DAVE DINNIGAN AREA MANAGER
Dated this the 14th May 2013
Contact Person:
Ms. Dympna McCann, Ms. Yvonne Kirwan, Phone: 2228848 Northside Civic Centre, Bunratty Road, Coolock, Dublin 17.
Fax: 8775851
EMAIL: [email protected]
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Items Page Time
4603. Minutes of meeting held on the 15th April 2013 8-12
4604. Questions to Area Manager 77-86
4605. Area Matters I hr
a. Presentation on Bull Island project ---Les Moore 13
b. Update on Wad ( Report herewith)…Gerard O’Connell
c. Barnmore ---Area Manager
d. Beaumont ( Plan Ref: 2626/2011) ----- Area Manager 14 e. Proposal to extinguish the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of 7-13 Swifts Grove, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17.( Report herewith) Elaine Mulvenny
15 f. Report on proposed use of additional funding from Waste Management (Area
Manager ) g. Discussion regarding Tidy Towns 16-45 h. Area Matters ( Report herewith)-- Area Manager
Motions : 4611, 4612, 4613, 4616,
4606. Items for following meetings
4607. Planning and Development Matters
a. Addition of ‘St. John’s Church, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 5’ to the Record 46-52 of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000. ( Report herewith)
b. Proposed disposal of apartment at 11 Richmond Hall, Richmond Road, Fairview, 53-54 Dublin 3.( Report herewith)
c. Proposed disposal of apartment at 131 Orchard Way, Greenwood Walk, Dublin 13. 55-56 ( Report herewith) d. Proposed disposal of a plot of ground to the rear of 17 Brian Boru Street, Dublin 3 57 to Fionnuala O’Curry ( Report herewith ) e. Proposed Variation of Dublin City Development Plan 2011-2017. Site at the 58-59 Former Smurfit Kappa Building, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. ( Report herewith) Garrett Hughes f. Addition of Former Edenmore House, St . Josephs Hospital, Springdale Road, 60-75 Raheny, Dublin 5-original house, original entrance and gate lodge to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000 ( Report herewith)
Motions : 4615
4608. Roads and Traffic Matters 2
a. Minutes of Traffic Advisory Group meeting held on 25th April 2013 (Report 76 herewith) Representative
Motion : 4609, 4610, 4614, 4617, 4618
4609.4 Motions 5-7 20 618 mins
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AGENDA
4603. Minutes of meeting held on the 15th April 2013
4604. Questions to Area Manager
4605. Area Matters
a. Presentation on Bull Island project ---Les Moore
b. Update on Wad ( Report herewith)…Gerard O’Connell
c. Barnmore ---Area Manager d. Beaumont ( Plan Ref: 2626/2011) ----- Area Manager e. Proposal to extinguish the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of 7-13 Swifts Grove, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17.( Report herewith) Elaine Mulvenny
f. Report on proposed use of additional funding from Waste Management (Area Manager ) g. Discussion regarding Tidy Towns h. Area Matters ( Report herewith)-- Area Manager
4606. Items for following meetings
4607. Planning and Development Matters
a. Addition of ‘St. John’s Church, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 5’ to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000. ( Report herewith)
b. Proposed disposal of apartment at 11 Richmond Hall, Richmond Road, Fairview, Dublin 3.( Report herewith)
c. Proposed disposal of apartment at 131 Orchard Way, Greenwood Walk, Dublin 13. ( Report herewith)
d. Proposed disposal of a plot of ground to the rear of 17 Brian Boru Street, Dublin 3 to Fionnuala O’Curry ( Report herewith )
e. Proposed Variation of Dublin City Development Plan 2011-2017. Site at the Former Smurfit Kappa Building, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 17.
f. Addition of Former Edenmore House, St . Josephs Hospital, Springdale Road, Raheny, Dublin 5-original house, original entrance and gate lodge to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000 ( Report herewith)
4608. Roads and Traffic Matters
a. Minutes of Traffic Advisory Group meeting held on 25th April 2013 (Report herewith)
MOTIONS:
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4609. Motion in the name of Councillor Anthony Connaghan
That the Manager once again looks at the provision of pedestrian traffic lights at the junction of Magenta Crescent and Swords Road. This junction has proved very difficult for people trying to drive in and out of the estate as well as people trying to cross the road at this point.
4610. Motion in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
That the Manager please refer to my question 78 at area meeting of 21 November 2011 and say if recommendation from TAG ever came through and if matter can now be clarified in relation to ramp request.
4611. Motion in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
That all votes taken at the committee be recorded in writing.
4612. Motion in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
That this committee agrees that a permanent public memorial be erected in the environs of the former Artane Industrial school to commemorate victims of child neglect and abuse, and all who died within that institution.
4613. Motion in the name of Councillor Seamas McGrattan
This Area Committee calls for the grass cutting to be increased, on the playing pitches in Ellenfield, to twice a week during the summer months.
4614. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager install street signs for Shantalla Road at the small roundabout near 125 Shantalla Road and a sign adjacent to 96 Shantalla Road. Due to the shape of the road, a lot of people don't realise that it goes around the corner and people find it difficult to find the houses from 139 upwards on the odd side. There is a particular problem for the residents on the even side, which seems to stop at 96 Shantalla Road - adjacent to Ellenfield Park - but starts again at 128 - backing on to the M1 motorway.
4615. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager fence off the entrance to the Lawrence Lands adjacent to 65 Lorcan Park. This entrance is being used by people to dump on the lands and it is allowing antisocial behaviour at the weekends as young people drink in the park. This is unfair on the residents living in Lorcan Park and Lorcan Crescent that are living beside this land.
4616. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager allows young children to cycle their bikes in Albert College Park. This was the normal practice until about two years ago when it was no longer allowed.
4617. Motion in the name of Councillor John Redmond
That the Manager ensure that a comprehensive effort is made to curtail parking at the entrance to Shanliss Park, which is obstructing entry and exit and obscuring motorists view onto Shanliss Road; that the Council examine the options available to them to curb this activity, and that he ensure that local residents are consulted before a decision is reached.
4618. Motion in the name of Councillor Steve Wrenn
That in view of the high usage of the amenities offered by Albert College Park, and the consequent parking problems in the vicinity of the park, consideration be given to extending the carpark at the top of Hampstead
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Avenue and that the Manager provide a report on this matter.
The latest date for receipt of motions For the June 2013 meeting is Friday 7th June 2013 at 5 pm
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COISDE CHEANTAR AN LARTHUAISCIRT MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON MONDAY 15th APRIL 2013 AT 2.00 P.M
4583. Minutes of meeting held on the 25th March 2013 Order: Noted
4584. Questions to Area Manager Order: Noted
4585. Area Matters
a. Representative from Dublin Bus Order: Noted
b. Representative from Santry Order: Noted
c. Presentation from Dublin Port Company Order: Noted. E-Mail presentation to Committee
d. S to S Order: Noted
e. Update on Wad Order: Noted. Representative to attend the May North Central Area Committee meeting.
f. Barnmore Order: Committee requested that Dublin City Council now seek legal advice regarding the inclusion/exclusion of the Baldoyle facility on receipt of the application to DCC, as Nominated Authority, for a multiregional waste collection permit.
Seek estimate of period of time for review of Waste Management Regulations 2007
g. Community Grant Report 2013 Order: Agreed . Recommend to City Council
4586. Items for following meetings o Report on use of additional funding from Waste Management o Discussion regarding Tidy Towns o Presentation from Killester Village to the July North Central Area Committee meeting
4587. Planning and Development Matters
a.Addition of the ‘Griffin Gateway, Marino Institute of Education, Griffith Avenue, Dublin 9’ to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000. Order: Agreed. Recommend to City Council
4588. Roads and Traffic Matters
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b. Minutes of Traffic Advisory Group meeting held on 21st March 2013
Order: Noted
4589. Planning Matters
a. Derelict Sites Quarterly Report ( Report herewith) Paul Crowe Order: Noted
MOTIONS:
4590. Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
That the Manager request that the Traffic Advisory Group investigate the possibility of making one line of traffic going on straight at the traffic lights on the Howth Road, at the millennium clock in Raheny Village. This would assist cars using the left turn lane as this can be blocked on an ongoing basis with cars going on straight. Order: Report to Councillor
4591. Motion in the name of Councillor Julia Carmichael
That the manager and this area committee would support the Local Fire Brigade personnel with the provision of personal attack alarms and or work with them to develop a prevention to the frequent and reoccurring personal attacks made on Fire Brigade officers in the course of their work in our community. Order: Refer to City Wide JPC
4592. Motion in the name of Councillor Julia Carmichael
That the manager provides details on the amount of levies paid during the period of the proposed construction of the Metro and whether legally this money can be refunded to the resident who will now not benefit from the potential service of the Metro due to the Minister of decision to cancel this project. Order: Councillor Carmichael requested a breakdown for Dublin North Central
4593. Motion in the name of Councillor Julia Carmichael
That the manager provides an outline of the forecasted amount of property tax monies to be collected in the Dublin North Central Area and how many houses will not be included in that assessment. Order: Report to Councillor
4594. Motion in the name of Councillor Julia Carmichael
That the manager provides an outline of the proposed installation of water meters across the Dublin North Central Area, an outline of the contract for service to be provided to the consumer,how this will be implemented, timelines, what the costs hidden or otherwise are for the consumer and how, as in recent times shall the lack of water be treated in terms of money paid for the service and none available to the consumer under the terms of the contract for provision. Order: Report to Councillor
4595. Motion in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
That the Manager refer to the following matters which are affecting the quality of life of residents of Dollymount Park, Clontarf, Dublin 3 and take the necessary steps to improve matters to the degree that was promised when these bring banks were introduced to the area some years ago by Dublin City Council Area in
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and around the bottle and clothes banks is hugely neglected and dirty with broken glass, litter, bottle tops, spillages and a general air of abandonment, is not properly managed and is full of potential health and safety hazards. Adjacent litter bin is normally overflowing with litter and other debris, encouraging some bottle bank users to leave boxes and bags behind thus leaving litter to be blown around the general area. Dublin City Council temporary depot in a shipping container - area surrounding same is uncared for, unkempt and surrounded by building materials, plastic barriers, litter and cigarette butts - is a Dublin City Council workplace the condition of which is very poor and say whether planning permission is required to keep a structure such as this in situ for a prolonged period? Condition of the pavement – the grass margin is overgrown and has invaded the pavement along a considerable distance; area behind bottle banks is full of rubbish making it impassable for mothers with buggies and mobility scooter/wheelchair users and highly unpleasant and dangerous for other pedestrians Neglect by the property owner - grassy area between the pavement and the wall of Redcourt has signage indicating private ownership - It is an overgrown, neglected dumping ground for all sorts of litter and waste which poses a danger to local children Order: Area Manager to speak with Public Domain Officer regarding giving this area attention
4596. Motion in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
That any full area meetings organised by the area office outside of the monthly area meetings, have to be agreed in the first instance with the area chair and in arranging them the area office take on board what suits most councillors. Order: Area Office to consult with Chairperson prior to organizing meetings
4597. Motion in the name of Councillor Steve Wrenn
That the Manager seek a detailed explanation for the ongoing reluctance of the planning enforcement section to enforce planning conditions regarding the Regency Hotel; that he specifically ask for an explanation as to why this hotel has been allowed to routinely flout planning conditions pursuant to Section 160 of the Planning and Development Acts 2000- 2010 regarding the use of the Conference Centre, which has led to on- going complaints of late night disturbance and an increase in anti-social activity locally; why there has been no intervention with the hotel when functions for its conference centre are advertised publically and on its website in blatant contravention of planning conditions; that he ensure that the unacceptable level of leniency shown by the enforcement section to the hotel is ended and the Council now carry out its statutory duty in this regard Order: Report to Councillor
4598. Motion in the name of Councillor John Redmond
That the Manager outline the cleansing arrangements for Lorcan Avenue; if he will ensure that the frequency of cleaning is increased and that due consideration be given to improving the appearance of the park and the grass verges in this area, including the provision of additional litter bins; and that due consideration be given to the erection of a stone place name plaque. Order: Report to Councillor
4599. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager report on the planning history of the Helicopter Pad in Our Lady of Mercy College, Beaumont Woods. Does this helicopter pad have planning permission? If it does, when did they get their planning permission? If it doesn't have planning permission, do they need planning permission to land helicopters in the school? A helicopter landed in the school last week, generating a huge amount of noise and disturbance to the local residents. Residents report that the noise was unbearable and are worried that this will happen on a regular basis. Are there any noise regulations that govern this level of noise? Order: Report to Councillor
4600. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager installs the fence and plants the trees in Aulden Grange as agreed with the Residents Association. Order: Report to Councillor
4601. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
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That the manager circulates the following documents to the local councillors. If the manager doesn't have access to the documents, that the manager requests them from Beaumont Hospital: * Hospital Development Control Plan (as previously issued to Dublin city Council and adopted in 2008 for 10 year term) * Site Mobility Management plan (developed in 2009). Order: Agreed
4602. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager replaces the street bin that was at the entrance to the lane between 302 and 304 Swords Road. This bin was used by a local resident who cleans the lane every day. We should support this community work and replace the bin. Order: Report to Councillor
Attendance
Councillor Jane Horgan Jones (In chair)
Councillor Brian Mc Dowell, Councillor Larry O’Toole, Councillor Deirdre Heney, Councillor Paddy Bourke , Councillor Pat Crimmins Councillor Gerry Breen, Councillor Mίcheál Mac Donncha, Councillor Andrew Montague, Councillor Tom Brabazon, Councillor Declan Flanagan, Councillor Damian O’Farrell, The Lord Mayor of Dublin Councillor Naoise O’Muirί, Councillor Julia Carmichael
Dublin City Council
Dave Dinnigan, Area Manager ( Executive Manager ) Jim Kelly Mary Flynn Elaine Mulvenny Dermot Johnson Jim Lee Dympna McCann Yvonne Kirwan Eoin Ward Noel Mc Evoy Paul Crowe
Con Kehely, National Transport Authority Peter Muller, National Transport Authority
Greg Beegan, Dublin Bus Tim Fitzgibbon, Dublin Bus
Charlie Murphy, Dublin Port Co. Eamonn O’Reilly,Dublin Port Co.
Dara O’Meara, Santry Business Elizabeth Mawson, Clontarf Road Jost Blurbery, Abbey Well, Kinsealy ( GB)
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Councillor Jane Horgan Jones, Cathaoirleach Dated 16th April, 2013.
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The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee.
14TH May 2013
UPDATE REPORT ON WAD
• DCC’s project team and our consultants, Nicholas O’Dwyer Ltd, had a very productive and crucial meeting with representatives from the Clontarf Golf Club and the OPW on the 22nd March, and another follow up meeting on Friday 27th April. • Following this meeting our consultant can progress with drafting the detailed construction drawings for all the elements of the project. • The legal and financial aspects of the scheme are progressing as the details are being clarified. • A further meeting is planned between CGC and DCC in late May. • When these negotiations are complete and assuming agreement is reached, a General Meeting of the golf club will be required under its constitution to seek approval of its members on the final proposals. To date the club has been favourably disposed to the flooding problems experienced by their neighbours. • When these detailed construction drawings are drafted, and similar negotiations with Irish Rail and Clanmoyle residents are complete, we can seek final approval from the OPW who are the funding Authority. Then we can programme construction works. • The foreshore licence which is progressing through the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government, is awaiting final approval. Local Councillors are using their influence to move this process forward. • One item of note is that all these stakeholders mentioned above are keen to get construction started as soon as possible. • It is expected that construction works will be carried out by the OPW but this can only be confirmed after remaining statutory and legal issues are completed.
The planning drawings are available on our website just click here.
Regards Gerry. Gerard O'Connell, Fellow Chartered Eng. MIEI, Engineer-in-Charge, Projects Division & Flood Defence Unit, Room 409, 68/70, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin 8, Ireland. Tel. 01-2224302 Fax.01-4546435
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North Central Area Office, Kilbarrack, Unit 18/19 Greendale Shopping Centre, Greendale Road, Dublin 5.
Oifig Cheantar an Lárthuaiscirt, Cill Bharróg, Aonad 18 /19 Ionad Siopadóireachta Gleánntain Glas, Bóthar Gleanntáin Glais, Baile Átha Cliath 5. T. 01 8398311/8398344 F. 01 8391715
Ref: JF/01009/2013 Date: 5th April 2013
The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee.
With reference to a proposal to extinguish the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of 7-13 Swifts Grove, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17. Proposal A request to have the public right of way extinguished over the laneway to the rear of 7-13 Swifts Grove, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17, was received from residents. The extent of the proposed extinguishment is shown on Drawing No R.M. 26154 (copy attached). The North Central Area Committee at its meeting on 21st January 2013, agreed to initiate the statutory procedures to extinguish the Public Right of Way over the above area.
Statutory Requirement By public advertisement on 28th January 2013 representations or objections were invited by 19th March 2013. No objections were received.
Service Checks A service check was carried out and there were no objections. Public Lighting Services require that 2 lights located within the laneway are removed at an estimated cost of €1600.
Recommendation I recommend that the Committee approve the extinguishment of the public right of way over the area as shown on Drawing No. R.M. 26154 for consideration later by the City Council.
Dave Dinnigan ______Executive Manager
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Report to May North Central Area Committee Additional Waste Management Expenditure 2013
Introduction
The North Central Area office is pleased to report that additional funding has become available under the corporate waste management budget 2013. An allocation of € 135,000 has been identified for the North Central Are.
Background
The 2013 City Council Revenue Budget was prepared and adapted in the last quarter of 2012. It had assumptions in relation to approved income from the Department of the Environment and Local Government. In the first quarter of 2013, this funding source was greater than planned. Under the Waste Management account, additional expenditure has been approved at a corporate level. Accordingly there is additional funding for Area Offices for that purpose.
Approach
The Area Office considered options based on public representations, local knowledge of community input and a desire to optimise the impact of this additional funding.
The broad parameters were to identify suitable locations for waste management initiatives and environmental improvements in all 3 electoral areas including a € 10,000 contingency for Halloween.
Proposed expenditure areas
It is proposed to spend this additional and once-off expenditure as follows; Waste initiatives Bottle bank Clean ups
Graffiti removals
Replacement litter bins (urban villages)
Education and Awareness Programmes
Special Clean ups
Power Washing
Environmental Improvements 3 'signature' planters
hanging baskets
'reward' for committed areas
general improvements in open spaces and landscaped areas
Next Steps
In the May/June period, more details at local level will be agreed and members informed.
Jim Kelly Assistant Area Manager 13th May 2013
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REPORT TO CITY MANAGER
CULTURE, RECREATION AND AMENITY DEPARTMENT
NORTH CENTRAL AREA
DAVE DINNIGAN
AREA MANAGER
April 2013
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NORTH CENTRAL AREA REPORT
Introduction: Business Plan 2013
Mission Statement – “To drive Dublin forward as a creative and sustainable city and be a place where family, community and the economy can prosper together”.
The North Central Area office aims to deliver the highest quality service to all its customers by having effective strategies and systems in place and by being accountable through the maintenance of an open and transparent approach to our work. With this in mind, and in line with the objectives set out in the Corporate Plan 2010-2014, the North Central Area Management Team prepared the Business Plan for 2013.
There has been a mid year review of the plan. There have been discussions on area efficiencies in the light of the City Council’s pursuit of economies. In accordance with the corporate guidelines, the Area Office achieved the notified target saving which represents a 5.7% reduction of the discretionary budget for the 2012 revised budget, and the 2013 Budget, which links into the Councils drive for reducing the cost base and seeking efficiencies. It is noteworthy that many initiatives, either DCC led solely or in partnership with other agencies, are cost neutral with significant social benefits for example, Expo 2012 of public agencies serving the Northside and the summer festivals.
Since the last report, among the major highlights of City Council contributions and services were:
New footpaths and boat shelter/pond improvements at St Anne’s park, Commencement of construction of new houses Bunratty Rd, Revised Local Area Plan for North Fringe: Belmayne and Clongriffin, New road opening and configuration at Hole in Wall Rd/entrance Marrsfield, Clongriffin Lord Mayor’s 5 Alive Race series including St Anne’s Park races Communication and progress in relation to illegal trespass Belcamp Lane/Newtown Court, Launch of North Central E-Bulletin
As stated in the Dublin City Council Corporate Plan 2010-2014, “the network of area offices that have been built up over the last number of years will continue the delivery of local services. Their capacity to provide services to this local community will be determined by availability of resources during the lifetime of this plan”. The North Central Area despite the financial constraints on all local government services has continued to deliver a high quality service to all our customers in 2012 and we aim to continue to do this in line with the objectives set out in the Corporate Plan and in our current Business Plan. The summary headings under which the Business Plan is designed include the following:
A. Economic Development B. Environmental Sustainability C. Ease of Movement D. Culture Recreation and Amenity E. Urban Form F. Social Cohesion G. Staff H. Customers
In relation to the business plan, the area office considers that whilst the primary objective of the office is the servicing of Councillors, a great benefit is the added value that arises due to the input of area staff and the partnerships that have been established by staff throughout the area. We have included below some projects where the added benefit of these partnerships is illustrated under the Business Plan headings:
1. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORKS
1.1 Clontarf Business Forum
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The Clontarf Business Forum will resume ordinary meetings in April 2013. This year has seen a number of consultative and public meetings in connection with the North City Arterial Watermain Phase 1, the Clontarf Flood Strategy Group and Sutton to Sandycove Cycleway. The first and third of these are projects are due to start in the coming months.
The Summer Festival this year in Clontarf will be known as the Gathering of the Vikings 2013 and will take place on 15th June. The Festival has attracted substantial funding through the Events and Tourism Unit of DCC and with the assistance of the Lord Mayor is expected to yield a very much increased level of sponsorship.
Clontarf businesses, residents and historical society are represented on Departmental meetings (Department of Arts Heritage and the Gaeltacht) in connection with national commemorations on 2014. The Clontarf Business Association (CBA) is also represented on meetings of DCC with the National Museum of Ireland through the Area Office. Separately the CBA have linked with Killaloe and there are other links being forged with Armagh District & City Council. There is a calendar of events building on a national level which will ideally focus on a celebration for 2014, which will be synchronised to allow the visitor tourist or those living in Ireland to be part of celebrations initiating in Killaloe and culminating in Armagh with celebrations along the way at Cashel, Dublin etc.
Local historical Societies in Clontarf & Raheny will work together and a Heritage Trail project is also being put forward to signify the battle of Clontarf/Brian Boru which will have assured authenticity and visitor benefit if finally approved.
1.2 Other Business groups
Fairview Business Forum
The Forum continued with a meeting in February. There was a beneficial link up with Fairview Business at Christmas in relation to the provision of Christmas tree lighting with the lights provided by DCC but the electricity costs borne by local traders
Traffic and parking are recurring themes. Communications continues about the duration of parking at bays. Also like similar forums, a good mechanism is provided for the Public Domain Officer to engage with business regarding the resolution of local issues with respect to roads, drainage and litter. Another good feature is the presence of a local community Garda.
The main issues are: Fairview park – a welcome to the construction of a performance area and playground Traffic enforcement Cyclists on footpath Litter and waste management Fairview park – Family Fun Day 25th May 2013 Refurbishment Fairview footbridge Graffiti on vacant buildings
The Area Office circulated businesses with a detailed proposal on “The Greening of Fairview” in relation to the streetscape along Fairview Strand and Marino Mart being enhanced by the addition of flowers, planters and shrubs. Local business has now indicated that they will financially contribute to a “green” initiative this year.
Raheny Village
Raheny will be the first Urban Village to have the new Wayfinding signage in place on April 5th 2013. Ramping up the Tidy Districts entry towards major prizewinning remains the main objective of Raheny Tidy Group, who operate over 6 days of the week on a voluntary basis.
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The Raheny Business Association invested among other things in Christmas seasonal lighting and other environmental enhancements to lend both a Village atmosphere and optimal visuals for the Village and continue to support wider efforts to improve the status of Raheny Village working towards gold medal standard.
The group have availed of advice on DCC biodiversity and Public Art as additional elements to be incorporated as part of this year’s entry to the Tidy Towns competition. Flood alleviation works are the priority of businesses given the position on insurances and a public meeting was held to explain works being undertaken, which are due to commence in the short term.
Raheny Business Association continue to run a Summer Festival in June each year to allow for Raheny residents to both enjoy a comprehensive Festival programme in tandem with businesses showcasing their products and services.
Donaghmede are represented by both DERA and St Donagh’s residents Association with nearby Donahies Residents and Grange Abbey Residents. Donaghmede through DERA continue to run a Halloween Festival/Fireworks Display event in conjunction with ourselves and a Summer Festival in July, which has been launched by the successive Lord Mayors in each July.
Donaghmede Park this year will be the focus of improvement works in the way of a small path network. Combined with this, residents are to fund seating in the park in the way of two seating units, which has just been agreed.
A number of locations have been the focus of DERA’s dedicated environmental group over the years. This has allowed for a number of floral lawn or landscaping centre pieces to soften the extensive road environment throughout the estate, which due to the DART is a highly trafficked area.
Edenmore
Edenmore is this year 50 years in existence and while the structural retail fabric of a centrally located shopping centre is suffering decay, there is a strong and growing community spirit. Edenmore continues to experience a levelling off in trouble spots.
The successful Sports Capital Grants application will allow this year for exercise equipment to be installed in the Park at Edenmore, which combined with proposed works by Parks & Landscape Division, will be a great addition to the area.
SAFE, a locally established group on which DCC are represented, run a Halloween Festival/ Fireworks Display event in conjunction and funded by the Area Office.
2. STAFF and CUSTOMERS
Communications and Publicity
The Area Offices continues to avail of various communications channels to provide information on services, achievements and events. There are regular updates to the North Central section of the council’s web site to reflect the positives of ongoing council work and policies in the area. There is now a quarterly electronic Area JPC bulletin on the web site.
As required, the Area office has availed of advice and support from the Press Office to achieve publicity profiles for events using various media channels. All the festivals and events either hosted or partnered by the Area Office used posters and flyers designed locally to promote the events. It is useful to consider that Dublin City Council has a network of buildings, e.g. community halls, area offices, libraries which are good locations for the display of passive information and to promote up coming events e.g. The Northside Services Expo 2012 held in May and the JPC Public Meeting held in October.
We have a good relationship with the local radio station Near90fm who afford us time to promote events, services and campaigns e.g. local festivals and the Halloween campaign.
The Area Office continues to seek ways to highlight the positive work carried out in the Area by the City Council. In the area of graffiti removal for example, (as outlined further on in this report), it is now proposed that the contractor will put up a board to indicate that they are working of behalf of Dublin City Council. In addition, leaflets will be
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Symposium - Implementation under review
Symposium is a call management tool that ensures calls are promptly answered by staff best able to assist the caller. In the City Council, the system is in use in Traffic Control, Emergency Service, Dangerous Buildings, and Homeless. It has the functionality to route inbound calls to responsible persons for actions required. It has benefits including prompt response by either staff or an automated service and provides good reporting. Communications are ongoing with IS Department and Area Offices on a roll-out.
North Central Email Bulletin
From February 2013, a new initiative the North Central Office is to issue an email information bulletin to all Councillors and public representatives in the North Central Area. Initially, this E-bulletin will only be issued to public representatives so that they can resend it to various residents associations, businesses, sports clubs and other contacts. The format of the bulletin is magazine style in terms of layout and language, so that it is easily read and it contains photographs and links to eternal websites. It is intended to issue the bulletin approximately every 4 weeks.
Its purpose is to impart up to date information with a light feel exclusively about the North Central Area and will portray the work of the Council and the Councillors in a positive manner. The information will not replace the formal report based Area updates of the Area Committee but the Area Manager is of the opinion that the Councillors require more regular updates on activities or issues that the North Central Area Office manages.
3. ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Public Realm
City Neighbourhoods Competition
The North Central Area Office continues to promote the City Neighbourhoods Competition as a practical implementation of our environmental awareness programme for the area and a means to encourage community spirit and participation. Our winners from the local heats excelled when they went onto the citywide competition in Croke Park last September, with 11 winners out of the17 entrants we submitted. It is hoped that the number of entrants will increase this year and that they will be successful in their endeavours. Application forms have recently been sent to residents and business groups. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 3rd May and judging will take place in early June, with citywide judging taking place in July.
Pride of Place Competition
This is an all Ireland competition involving communities from the 32 counties. It is a platform for communities to tell their stories to experienced judges regarding the pride they have in their place and how they have advanced their neighbourhoods. It is also an opportunity for the residents to highlight their endeavours to a national audience. Donnycarney West Residents Association represented North Central in this prestigious competition for 2012. The tenth gala awards ceremony was held in Thomond Park, Limerick in November 2012 and the Area Office was delighted when Donnycarney West RA won first prize in Category 1 of the Pride of Place Cities Competition, which is for communities with populations of less than 1000.
The judges said ‘The association that underpins this community has clearly made a major contribution to this beautiful area’. They were pleased to note that ‘there are clear rules on succession, a secure system of funding and a strong spirit of volunteerism, which ensures that limited resources go a long way. The community is well served by this admirable group’.
We are currently in the process of selecting our nominee for the 2013 competition.
Green Schools Programme
Area staff continues to promote the Green Schools Programme throughout North Central in conjunction with Clare Egan, Green Schools Officer.
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Probation Service
The North Central Area Office continues to work with the Probation Office on a number of painting projects in the area. The Public Domain Officer is examining potential painting projects for the service such as the railings at Thatch Road, Whitehall, the railings at Bull Island and the railings around two parks in Marino. They have completed painting the railings at Maypark, Malahide Road in March, the perimeter of which is approximately 700m. The will be commencing work shortly in Marino. A container has been sourced from Drainage Division, which includes a canteen, storage area and toilet facilities to facilitate outdoor working. This container will be moved on site in Marino to facilitate the crew working in the area.
Weeding
The weeding contract is currently held by Spray Chem Ltd. Two sprayings per annum are carried out by the contractor and the first spraying of the season is due to commence on the second week in June. It should take approx. two weeks to complete the entire North Central Area but is weather dependent. The second spraying of weeds will commence the third week in September.
Graffiti removal
The North Central Area continues to remove political, offensive and racist graffiti from public property on a regular basis as we work with our contractor (P. Mac) to ensure that our main thoroughfares and housing estates are free of such graffiti. For January and February 2013, the contractor has removed approx. 2,859 sq.m. of graffiti, at an approximate cost of €28,164. In order to highlight the work that Council does in relation to graffiti removal, is proposed to post leaflets into houses in the immediate vicinity where graffiti has been removed by our contractor, to outline that the work has been completed on behalf of the Council. Similarly, whilst the service is being carried out, the contractor will put up a board to indicate that they are working of behalf of Dublin City Council.
The North Central Area office also works closely with Local Residents Groups to target areas that have graffiti and to supply the resident’s with paint and brushes so that graffiti can be removed quickly from the area with the aim being that it will not be added to and will not become an eyesore for residents who live in the estate. A number of groups in the area have had paint supplied to them to remove graffiti and improve the appearance of their areas. Public Domain Crew
In conjunction with the residents and business community of Clontarf, a new initiative was undertaken in relation to the cleaning of roads in the area. A number of roads in Clontarf are heavily parked with vehicles, which makes it very difficult for the roads to be swept and the gullies cleaned. An agreement has been reached, that the businesses and residents will leaflet houses on a selected street requesting that vehicles are not parked during specific hours at the weekend. This enables the public domain crew to go in and sweep the roads & paths. This initiative has continued over the winter months on Hollybrook Road, The Stiles Roads, Victoria Road, Castle Avenue and St. Lawrence’s Road. Clontarf Business Association won “Best Waste Management Initiative” category in the local and citywide City Neighbourhoods Competition for this initiative.
The Public Domain Crew contributes on a daily basis to the proper maintenance and waste management of the public domain in North Central. They are key to the successes achieved in North Central such as the City Neighbourhoods & Pride of Place competitions and the various Christmas tree lighting events and summer festivals held in the area, where they provide a clean up service during and after the events.
4. SOCIAL COHESION
Once more the period was distinguished by good cooperation with local communities and other agencies which strengthened social cohesion and community gain.
Dublin Bus and new bus shelters on Priorswood Road An action area raised at Safer Belcamp Darndale Moatview Forum was the vandalism and destruction of bus shelters at Priorswood Rd, which particularly affected local resident bus commuters in winter. Following engagement between the Area Office and Dublin Bus with the support of the local community, Garda and Belcamp Darndale Village Centre, two new more robust bus shelters were installed in February 2013.
Sphere 17, Youth Survey and Improvement Works at Darndale Park Pond
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Sphere 17 are part of the City of Dublin VEC Youth service with a fine building and staff serving parts of Dublin, 17. At the March Safer Belcamp Darndale Moatview forum, their manager Mick Ferron made a presentation of initial findings of a youth survey. These responses of young people in the area were discussed among public representatives, community, Garda, DCC and agencies and are considered important not only in terms of provision of youth services but wider community development. The Area Office will continue to liaise with Sphere 17.
In the last quarter of 2012 the Parks and Landscaping Services with the advice and assistance of Inland Fishery Board removed toxic weeds from the pond at Darndale Park. It is now suitable again for fishing and Sphere 17 has been active in encouraging local youths to fish there.
Lord Mayor Presentation of Certificates at Discovery Vocational Training centre The Discovery Training Centre provides FETAC vocational training for youths who leave secondary education at junior level. The skills taught include woodwork and cooking which are readily applicable across several work locations. The Area office is represented on the management board. In December, the Lord Mayor of Dublin Naoise O Muiri presented the annual certificates to the successful candidates.
Contribution to Northside Mediation The Area Office with the agreement of the Area Committee made a financial contribution of €17,000 to Northside Mediation Services, who provide a valuable service, which is availed of as required by the local Housing Managers.
Coolock Development Council – Strategic Review and DCC Area Office Role Coolock Development Council (CDC) is a limited company and a holding company for 3 subsidiaries, a facilities management company, an enterprise hub with 30 units of mainly small businesses and a security firm. It also has responsibility for the work allocation of 102 personnel on Community Employment/Jobs Initiative and 18 personnel on Community Service.
It is part funded by Pobal and receipts from its commercial activities. It is financially stable and makes a considerable contribution to local employment and social capital. It has been operational for 22 years. CDC is located immediately adjacent to the Northside Civic Centre. DCC through the North Central Area Office has always had a director on the board. Jim Kelly is the current DCC nominated director. Given the recession and attendant risks and opportunities, it was decided to conduct a conduct a strategic review with a view to adapting the appropriate position for the medium/long term. It is hoped that DCC will continue its involvement and seek opportunities for joint initiatives with CDC.
Citizen’s Advice Bureau The Citizens Advice Bureau provides a walk-in service on range of state services in the Northside Civic Centre. It has co-operated with the Area Office on some cross agency initiatives. In March, the Bureau made presentation to the Area Committee on their services to North Central Area.
Exhibitions in Northside Civic Centre The Area Office and other Organisations are using the ground floor space in the Northside Civic Centre for the display of local community art such as paintings and pictures.
5. CULTURE, RECREATION and AMENITY
Recent Park Improvement Works
Dublin City Council Parks & Landscape Services Division manages and maintains in the region of 700 public open spaces citywide of which some 280 are located in the North Central Area. These areas include regional and neighbourhood parks, coastal & riverside parks, and residential public open space. The service provides opportunities for active and passive recreation and provides social and recreational facilities for citizens of all ages. The North Central Area contains approximately 698ha of public open space including the expansive national nature reserve of North Bull Island.
Details of some of the improvements in our local parks, all of which are a great addition to the recreational facilities in the area, are outlined below:-
St. Anne's Park
Works were carried out in late 2012 and early 2013 in preparation of the extended dog park, an area of more than acre of mature woodland, providing an area of interest where dogs can be off leash but under effective control. The Dog
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Park was launched on 24th February 2013 in association with the DSPCA. Parks & Landscape Services proposes to roll out specific training programmes by DSCPA over the coming months at St Anne’s Park. It is considered that these measures will increase and promote responsible dog ownership and use of the park.
Other proposed works due to commence in St. Anne’s Park during 2013 include improvement to the surface of the Red Stables courtyard area and the placement of improved boundary fencing at the tennis court area.
During 2012 the park remained a popular location for community events including Nelson Mandela Day organised by UNESCO Youth Eco Group in July 2012, which was attended by Mr Azwindini Jeremiah Ndou, Ambassador of South Africa to Ireland. There was also a music event associated with the 2012 Northside Music Festival arranged by Dublin City Council Arts Office in August 2012. The public art “Inverted Oil Rig”, ‘dobby fin millen drill’ (Nightmare on Duck Street), by Alan Phelan was launched at the water feature at the park in December 2012 by The Lord Mayor, Cllr Naoise O’Muiri.
Although the number formal meetings of “Friends of the Park” were fewer in 2012, it is proposed to continue this interaction with community groups, sporting groups, schools and Dublin City Council, to maximise participation
North Central Area Office and Parks and Landscape Services continue to welcome expressions of interests from art and cultural individuals and groups who would wish to perform or exhibit in the park in 2013.
Fairview Park
Lord Mayor Naoise Ó Muirí officially launched the completed improvements at Fairview Park on 31st August 2012. These improvements are located on a 4.7 acre site along the northern boundary of the park. These include a children’s playground Dublin city’s fourth skateboard park, a woodland walkway and a public performance area. Fairview Park also has an ‘I-Play’ area, the first of its kind in the city. I-Play is an interactive play and fitness area designed to attract those more used to playing computer games.
The total cost of the project was €1.2million, including a contribution of €100,000 from the social inclusion budget to provide a social inclusion feature to the improvements installed. McAvoy Contracts were the main contractors for this project and carried out the construction works.
Bord Gais have commenced a service installation through Fairview Park and the adjacent public open space at Alfie Byrne Road, which will form a portion of the overall underground transmission network by Bord Gais at East Wall, Griffith Avenue and Malahide Road. The works in the park are scheduled to take approximately 12 weeks. When completed reinstatement works will be arranged by Parks & Landscape Services.
In the summer 2013, Water Services propose to carry out the placement of a water main through Fairview Park and Alfie Byrne Road public open space and a portion of Clontarf Promenade. These operations will also require reinstatement following completion of the proposed works.
Clontarf Promenade
Parks & Landscape Services carried out pruning and some shrub removal operations in February 2013. The time of this operation was impacted to carry out the main pruning works prior to the commencement of the bird nesting season. Further completion works will be carried out during 2013.
Proposed Works 2013
Other parks improvements works proposed for the North Central Area for 2013, include path installation works at Donaghmede Park and playing pitch drainage works at Oscar Traynor Road open space.
Lord Mayor’s 5 Alive Challenge/St. Patricks Festival
Lord Mayor’s 5 Alive Challenge
Lord Mayor Naoise O Muiri launched his 5 Alive running challenge to form a Lord Mayor’s team of 200 volunteer runners to take part with him in running in 5 road races in the period January/April 2013. The purpose was to promote a healthy lifestyle and to highlight the benefits and availability of City Council parks for training.
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Jim Kelly had management responsibility to co-ordinate the various City Council elements such as Lord Mayor’s Office, Press and Media and CRA including logistics, publicity and administration. Four races have been completed to date and were characterised by a public and media profile.
The 5 Alive Series is considered a success for the City Council in terms of achieving 200 volunteers under the banner of the 5 Alive Series who run each race in their distinctive blue T shirts and also the series has raised the public profile of DCC’s Sport Section facilities and capabilities in promoting a healthy lifestyle.
St. Patrick’s Festival 5K race in partnership with DCC
Jim Kelly was the event manager for the annual downtown St Patrick’s Festival 5K which had some unique features this year such as a)the Lord Mayor ran in the race b) his 5 Alive Team accompanied him and c) there was a gathering of 44 runners from abroad. The race attracted over 1,400 runners and also had attractions such as face painting and street entertainment, musicians, Beaumont hospital relay race on Dawson St, a once-off Gathering Dawson St Dash, and a performance by New York’s BREWSTER HIGH School Marching Band.
The Gathering group and St Patrick’s Festival 5K race
Jim Kelly and Fiona Moore were responsible for the planning and management of an international “Gathering” of 44 runners who participated in the St Patrick’s 5K. The runners were mostly from the U.S.A. but also represented were England, Germany and Hungary. They all received a unique medallion, commemorative T shirt, free race entry and a reception with the Lord Mayor in the Oak room. Before the main race, the 150m sprint or Dawson St Dash was won by Brendan Fitzgibbon (San Francisco of Kerry descent) who before suffering a serious injury had been an Olympic prospect for the U.S.A.
6. SOCIAL INCLUSION
6.1 Older Persons
We are about to commence work on the Age Friendly Initiative looking at the creation of an Age Friendly zone/village area, based on the template currently rolling out citywide. The intention is to capitalise on an area/Village, which we had originally identified as having many of the features which would optimise our ability to create real improvements in the Age Friendly context and to ensure that the Alliance we establish allows for the effectiveness of the Age Friendly strategy in the longer term to create improved accessible routes / zones and or Villages across the North Central area.
6.2 Travellers
Belcamp Lane Site
Throughout the period of the illegal occupation of the lands at Newtown Court, the Area Office has continued to consult and co-operate with the Housing and Residential Department on the status of the legal proceedings and reported incidents at the site.
The Area office’s communication has included responding to Councillors and Public Representatives inquiries – both by letter and Area Committee questions. There has been regular contact with the Gardaí and with NABCO who represent the nearby affected residents of Newtown Court. Indeed recently the Area Manager met a senior manager from NABCO.
The most recent update is that a further 8 families have vacated the site and there are 5 families remaining. Court orders are being sought through the High Court for the eviction of the 5 remaining families. It is expected that the court case will proceed in October. The Assistant Area Manager is to organise a further meeting with Nabco representatives from the Newtown complex.
Dumping
It is intended to target the dumping that has been ongoing for months in and adjacent to the travellers site on the N32 through a focused campaign involving all relevant arms of the State. This is being coordinated through the traveller section of the Housing Department but requires the Gardaí to take a lead role to ensure success.
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6.3 Local Social Inclusion issues and RAPID
The RAPID programme is essentially a national social inclusion programme delivered at local level with a locally devised strategic plan and an inter agency implementation team. The current economic situation is such that no significant government funding is being committed to the programme by way capital investment. Local RAPID Co-Ordinators are being directed to seek funding opportunities from existing programmes and private sources and to work on a planning and recovery strategy to enable projects to be ready to go should the funding situation improve. Accordingly, in this area, work is underway on a plan for the development of lands in Donaghmede known as 'the backers' and a full feasibility study of options is being undertaken. Funding has also been sought for a number projects from the Sports Capital Programme and a decision is due by the end of the year. Funding has also been sought from Coca Cola for outdoor exercise equipment for the Donaghmede site, similar to that provided in conjunction with Cadburys in Stardust Park. Similar equipment is also envisaged in Edenmore Park and a Sports Capital Application was made through Parks & Landscape Services. Since the funding arrangements for paying Co-Ordinators salaries was changed in 2011, more area based work is being undertaken. This includes the preparation of outdoor event plans, working with the JPC and producing a regular JPC newsletter, working with the safety forums, production of mapping and statistical reports and an inter-agency mapping project with the Gardaí. Work is also taken with a member of the admin staff on environmental education, publicly and events. Much of this work is conducted through the area based local Social Inclusion Group led by the Assistant Area Manager, Elaine Mulvenny. This group brings together and utilises the staff resources of the community development team, sports officers and a number of the admin staff.
7. GENERAL ENGINEERING MATTERS
7.1 Dublin Flood Forum
The Pilot Dublin Flood Forum is now nearing the end of the inception phase during which time the staff assigned to the Pilot have been up-skilling on flooding by means of training, research, liaison with relevant DCC sections etc. As part of the training the DCC staff recently completed a 3-day training session with the Scottish Flood Forum that included liaison with residents in the pilot areas and also carrying out individual property inspections under the guidance of the Scottish Flood Forum. The intention in the coming weeks is to continue carrying out property inspections and to commence meeting existing community groups within the pilot areas to introduce the concept of community flood resilience.
7.2 North City Water Supply Scheme Phase 1
Phase one of this project involves the laying of approximately 2.25km of watermain from Fairview Park to the junction of Hollybrook Park and the Howth Road. Dublin City Councils Project Management Office had appointed consultants McCarthy Hyder to complete the set of tender documents for phase one of the project and it was intended to invite tenders for the construction works during late 2012. However, there have been delays caused by the consultant firm going into liquidation. The contract is now in the process of being transferred to another consultant and following the completion of that process, it is hoped to invite tenders in the first quarter of 2013.
The Liaison group have met once and will continue to meet with the Projects office, including a representative from the North Central Area Office over the course of the Project. As part of the Project and by agreement with the residents, it has been arranged with Public Lighting services that public lighting upgrade services will take place at Hollybrook Road and Hollybrook Park during 2013.
In relation to the remaining sections of he North City Arterial Watermain, these are currently under review other than a section at Dollymount, which will be constructed as part of the planned interim cycleway scheme which is also due to go to tender shortly under the management of the National Transport Authority.
7.3 Wad River – Clanmoyle Flood Alleviation Scheme
A €20m scheme is being developed with the OPW to alleviate flooding related to the Wad. The Clanmoyle portion of this work is due to start construction subject to finance and planning permission. The short to medium term will see the implementation of direct intervention steps at Clanmoyle, Clontarf Golf Club and The Promenade at Clontarf. This involves a Foreshore License and Part 8.
There are 3 streams in play to progress this work. The first is the planning permission and the foreshore licence which are in progress. Second are the legal agreements such as wayleaves to be agreed with all stakeholders and the third is the construction details, which are also to be agreed. These are in progress with the City Valuers, our Law Department and
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Surveying and Mapping. The stakeholders are primarily landowners along the route of the proposed works, such as Clanmoyle residents, Clontarf Golf Club and Iarnród Éireann.
The Projects Division has recently reported progress on the Scheme as follows:-
The scheme received Part 8 Planning permission from the City Council at its meeting of the 14th January 2013.
The project team gave a presentation to the members of the Clontarf Golf Club in late December 2012, in advance of a discussion about our project proposal at their AGM, which was held late in January 2013. This was to be followed by a Special General meeting in late February to discuss further details of the impact of our proposals on the golf course. Assuming this is met with approval, and to date the club has been favourably disposed to the flooding problems experienced by their neighbours, the City Council can then enter into more detailed negotiations with the Golf Club Management on the legal, construction and financial aspects of the scheme. When these negotiations are complete the management of the Club will require a further General Meeting to seek final approval of its members on the negotiated proposals.
When these and similar negotiations with Irish Rail and the residents are complete and agreed, the construction works can then be programmed.
Following agreement with local residents, new wall flaps were installed in the boundary walls between Clanmoyle Road and Clontarf Golf Club, to the rear of some residences, on the 25th & 26th January 2013.
The foreshore licence, which is progressing through the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government, is awaiting final approval.
The Council are continuing negotiations on construction details with all parties. These construction details must have the approval of the residents, Clontarf Golf Club, Irish and the Office of Public Works (OPW) who are the funding authority.
It is expected that constructions works will be carried out by the OPW but this can only be confirmed after remaining statutory and legal issues are completed.
Three level monitors on the Wad River are functioning correctly give a continuous record of flows in the river.
This project is of the highest priority to the City Council and local residents are being updated by email when each major milestone on the project is achieved.
7.4 Santry River
Flood Alleviation works are to be undertaken at Harmonstown in the coming months. A public meeting was held on 7th February in the Edenmore area in connection with same to explain works which will be undertaken.
7.5 Fairview Pedestrian Bridge
This project was managed by the Road Design Division and received funding through a Specific Improvement Grant from the Department of Transport. The design and contract supervision was carried out by consultants O’Connor, Sutton Cronin & Associates and Clonmel Enterprises Limited was awarded the refurbishment contract. Work on this scheme was completed in early 2013. The refurbished bridge, which includes an attractive replacement centre section, has been welcomed by both residents and businesses in the area. 7.6 Clonshaugh Road Improvement Scheme
The initial design for this scheme was carried out by consultants. The design was completed and tender documents were prepared by the Road Design Division. The scheme is funded through a Specific Improvement Grant from the Department of Transport. The construction contract has been awarded to KN Networks who have commenced work on site. The construction contract is being supervised by Road Construction Division and it is anticipated that the works will be completed by the end of May 2013.
7.7 The S2S
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There is already an off road cycle track along the coast road commencing at Sutton in the north and serving Fairview in the south. There is a missing section from Causeway Road/ Watermill Road junction to Bull Island Road at the Wooden Bridge. There is a transportation need to infill this 2km section of cycle track and provide a quality facility for the cyclist.
The overall plan to complete this section is by the construction of the Dollymount Boardwalk Promenade. This promenade would also provide the necessary coastal protection for the area. This scheme has received planning approval from An Bord Pleanála. However, the cost of the Boardwalk Promenade is high and is now it is unlikely to be built in the immediate/short term.
Interim Solution An interim scheme has been developed, which will deliver a good level of flood protection and the required cycle track in the shorter term. It is also proposed to incorporate a 2km section of the proposed North City Arterial Water Main within the scheme.
A part 8 planning application was lodged for the scheme and 35 submissions were received from the public. These submissions are being considered at present with a view to presenting the scheme to the elected members for approval.
On15th January there was a Public information meeting held in Belgrove N.S Clontarf following a request from residents. The public consultation on the scheme is now complete. The question of access to the lagoon /beach area is yet to be resolved and when this is done following a key meeting with the National Parks & Wildlife Service it will be then possible to give a definitive report on the mitigation measures that will be incorporated in to the scheme following the public consultations.
7.8 Clontarf Promenade Development and Flood Defence Project
Since the decision was made on 5th. December 2011 not to proceed with the proposed Clontarf Flood Defence Scheme, Dublin City Council’s Environment & Engineering Department has been working with the Clontarf Residents Association and Clontarf Business Association.
Arising from these discussions, a workshop was held on 23rd October 2012, attended by these Groups and by DCC and facilitated by an agreed Independent Facilitator. An agreed report was produced by the Facilitator and this was placed on the websites of Dublin City Council and the Clontarf Residents and Business Associations.
In relation to next steps, it was agreed at the workshop that a small working group representing a multi-disciplinary team from DCC, together with the local residents and business groups, would be put in place to examine what options were available that would adequately address the coastal flood risk, while being also acceptable to the local interest groups. This was set out in the following agreed statement: “Dublin City Council, The Clontarf Residents Association (CRA) and Clontarf Business Association (CBA) thank Mr. George Ryan, independent chair for completing his report on a joint workshop and intend to set up a joint working group to explore options for a Clontarf Promenade Development and Flood Defence Project based on the recommendations of the workshop”
The first meeting of this Joint Working Group was held on 21st February 2013 and the next meeting is scheduled to take place on 9th April 2013.
8. NORTH FRINGE
8.1 Local Area Plan
The Draft LAP Consultation Dublin City Council published the Draft Local Area Plan (LAP) for Clongriffin- Belmayne (the North Fringe) Dublin 13 on the 20th June 2012.
A display of the plan was provided at the Civic Offices in Wood Quay and at the North Central Area Offices in Bunratty Road Coolock. The Draft LAP document and details on how to make a submission were posted on the Dublin City Council web site.
A public display and time period for public submissions was facilitated for a six week period between the 20th June and 1st August 2012. In addition to the display, three public consultation meetings were held in the local
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area to coincide with the consultation period to assist the local community in explaining the Local Area Plan process, the content of the Draft LAP and explain how to make submissions.
These meetings were held on the morning of Saturday 23rd and evening of Wednesday the 27th June 2012 in Unit 60 Main Street Clongriffin and the afternoon of Tuesday 26th June at the Dublin City Council Library, Donaghmede Shopping Centre.
Information updates and workshops were held with both the North Central Area Committee and the North Fringe Forum throughout the preparation period of the Draft LAP with workshops held on the 1st May and 6th June with the North Fringe Forum and North Central Area respectively to outline the issues being addressed under the plan in preparation.
A total of twenty two submissions were received by Dublin City Council over the consultation period.
Of that total, eight are individual resident submissions, one is from a residents association, one from a housing association, two from architecture and planning consultants representing landowners and one from consultants representing a retail operator. A submission was also received from the principal of a local primary school.
A number of submissions were also received from government departments and state bodies including the Department of Education and Skills, National Roads Authority, Environmental Protection Agency, OPW, Department of Environment, Community and Local Government and the National Transport Authority.
A submission was also received from Deputy Thomas P Broughan TD on behalf of Dublin North East constituents.
The amendments to the Draft plan were displayed from Monday 24th September to Monday 22nd October 2012. The final LAP plan was adopted by the City Council in December 2012. The LAP serves as an effective tool in the assistance of future development in the North Fringe The plan will be reviewed and monitored in line with planning policies.
Main Points in the LAP Phasing Strategy
The interim measures, as identified in the community submission were agreed with internal departments, with the main landowners and were consulted on with NAMA. They are as follows:
Complete internal street network
Provide the greenway through the centre of the vacant lands which will connect Belmayne and Clongriffin via Fr Collins Park
Re-organise the large vacant sites into manageable sites for visual improvement
Consider viable temporary uses such as allotments or other growing initiatives for activity, sustainable use of land that will otherwise be vacant for some time, gain a possible small economic return and importantly help to bond the communities together
Continue to progress with Fingal and the state agencies, improvements to the wider road network including cross rail connections, Drumnigh Cross and the R107/R139 junction by pass
The longer term phasing proposals are recognised as requiring a stronger economy and financial environment.
8.2 Clongriffin Community Hub
Clongriffin Community Hub is now well established and in use by the Community for over three years. There are meetings and activities taking place every morning and evening during the week days. The very successful Failte Isteach Programme, a national programme which assists with the integration of non nationals to Irish society through the process of learning English takes place 2 evenings a week. The Public Health Nurse provides an information morning to mothers with new born babies every Tuesday morning. The Trinity Youth Group are regular users of the facility on
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8.3 Priory Hall
The Manager is familiar with this matter and given the current legal position no further report is included here.
Dublin City Council in April 2012 announced the initiation of a resolution process involving the Residents, Council and other interested parties. It was agreed between the Residents and the Council that such a process would be chaired by Justice Joseph Finnegan as part of a resolution process. All parties agreed to keep details of the process confidential.
8.4 R107 Malahide Road Realignment
No update on reports previously submitted.
8.5 Hole in the Wall Road/Marrsfield Road
The National Transport Authority has appointed a consultant to carry out a review of the design and operation of the Hole in the Wall Roundabout. The objective of this review is to develop a cost effective solution that will optimise the traffic flows through the roundabouts/ signalised junction and provide safe crossing points for pedestrians and cyclists. It is expected that the design review will be completed by May 2013. At this stage decisions can be made as to the nature and extent of the future improvement works to the junction.
Marrsfield Road was opened by Liffey Developments on behalf of Gannon Properties to the public at the end of February 2013. Following initial concerns by members of the public about signage and road markings on the new road, with the assistance of the City Council guidance on road signs was provided. The opening of the road allows for easier access to residents in Clongriffin to local schools and the wider community.
8.6 Malahide Road/Belmayne
Work is in progress by Parks and Landscape Services in accordance with a plan for improvement works at this location. This includes fencing, the preparation of a possible space for a community garden, the construction of a pathway linking Belmayne with the new pedestrian crossing on the N32 and some general landscaping works. It is expected that the Ped/Cycle way will be completed by Christmas.
Stanleys have also submitted a proposal to NAMA for funding that will result in the removal of all hoardings in the Belmayne area. This will be replaced with similar wire fencing and landscaping. This proposal also includes for the cleaning up of the P4 site.
9. HOUSING
9.1 Bunratty Maisonettes
The original redevelopment project consisted of the demolition of the existing maisonettes along the Oscar Traynor Road and the refurbishment of the units on Bunratty Road. The project was to be carried out in three phases and on completion, there would have been 152 units (72 Social housing units and 80 Affordable housing units) to replace the existing 144 units (Phase 1 – 58 units and Phases 2 & 3 - 94 units). However, this proposal was reconsidered in the light of current economic circumstances.
Phase 1 has been completed and all 58 units are now tenanted. The new Phase 1B redevelopment programme, approved by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, replaces the original Phase 2 & 3 programme. It now consists of 48 maisonettes on Bunratty Road being refurbished to provide 8 x 1 bed apartments, 8 x 2 bed apartments and 16 x 3 bed houses, giving a total of 32 Social housing units. Phase 1B commenced in January 2013 and the anticipated completion date is October 2013.
The 48 maisonettes at the Oscar Traynor Road end of the site have been put forward for demolition. The Council has gone to tender and quotations were due back by 15th March 2013.
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The completed project will consist of 90 units in total (Phase 1 – 58 units and Phase 1B - 32 units).
9.2 Older Persons Units
During 2011, regeneration of a number of bedsit units into “2 for 1” units took place. This resulted in the reduction of the overall number of units, most of which were un-lettable bedsits. These bedsits were replaced by 1 bedroom accommodation, which were easily let and could be offered to financial contributions cases thereby increasing badly needed revenue available to us. Some of the bedsit units are unsuitable for conversion into 1 bed units due to the structure of the dividing walls. This project was on hold during 2012, as suitable funding was not available to continue with this work.
St. Vincent’s Court
A feasibility study is ongoing at present for one block of St.Vincent’s Court, which consists of 12 bedsits, with a view to converting them into 6 x 1-bedroom units. This study involves our Homeless Section, the Housing Department and Retrofit Energy Ireland Ltd.
9.3 Spine Site & Buttercup Redevelopment
A small representative development group consisting of public and community representatives, statutory agencies and City Council staff identified the need for development on the spine site in Darndale. A Consultant Architect was appointed to provide a design brief for the construction of Affordable Housing units on this site. The brief was extended to include the redevelopment of Buttercup.
The proposal has now been reconsidered in the light of changing economic circumstances and in particular the likely difficulty in disposing of dwellings under the Affordable Housing Scheme at this time. It is now proposed that the scheme should proceed with the construction of the social housing element at Buttercup and that the affordable element be deferred until market conditions improve.
Following the receipt of formal approval for the Buttercup Redevelopment from the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, Part VIII planning approval to proceed with the development was received from the City Council at its meeting in April 2012 and extinguishments of the rights of way across the site were granted at the City Council meeting on 1st October 2012. City Architects Department are currently working on the technical drawings required for the demolition, construction and the relocation of various services i.e. electricity, gas, cable television, telephone, water and sewerage pipes. These detailed drawings are required before contractors can be invited to submit their tenders for this project. There is a slight delay in the completion of these documents due to complexities on the ground. It is anticipated that the contract will now go to tender in April 2013 and that the expected commencement date for the project is late 2013.
9.4 Cromcastle Court
Cromcastle Court was built in the late 1960s/early1970s. It consists of a total of 128 units comprised of 8 blocks of apartments, with 16 units per block (3 x 1 bed, 9 x 2 bed and 4 x 3 bed). Each block has open parking to the front accessed via open gates.
The complex had been earmarked to be demolished and new houses, apartments and duplexes built on the site under the Northside Redevelopment Project, which was a public private partnership. Unfortunately this project did not proceed due to the economic downturn.
There are currently 48 void units consisting of 10 x 1 bed, 27 x 2 bed and 11 x 3 bed units. Due to the high level of interest in these void units and considering the need for social housing in the North Central Area, the Darndale Area Office requested that these void units be put forward for refurbishment and be made available for letting as soon as possible. On the 7th June 2012 the Area Housing Manager (Aidan Fitzsimons) received permission from Mr. Dick Brady (ACM, Housing) to proceed with the necessary refurbishment works to enable the void units to be re-let.
A contractor was engaged and work commenced on site on the 7th August 2012. This project is being completed on a block by block basis. To date Blocks 1 to 5 are fully tenanted (26 units) and works are ongoing. The expected completion date is May/June 2013.
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The exterior of each block is in the process of being re-painted, which includes balconies and stairwells. The Area Housing Manager has also requested, in conjunction with the Residents Association, that various issues be inspected by DCC Maintenance Dept, Welding Section and Electrical Services.
The Darndale Area Office initiated the setting up of a Resident’s Association for Cromcastle Court in February 2012. The Area Housing Manager and Project Estate Officer meet and liaise with the Residents Association on a regular basis and have also facilitated the Association in meeting with the local Community Garda and DCC Community staff.
10. POLICING FORUMS
10.1 North Central Area Joint Policing Sub-Committee There were October 2012 and January 2013 meetings of the North Central JPC Sub -Committee. In addition to standing items such as anti-social behaviour and control and regulation of alcohol, the agenda included the following relevant items: Performance Measurements Research for JPC – Sub Committee
In relation to Garda standard reports to the JPC Sub Committee, the list of performance measurements was shortened to 9 areas: I. Assaults causing harm II. Burglary III. Criminal Damage IV. Drug Seizures V. Robbery from the person VI. Robbery from establishments VII. Theft from MPV VIII. Theft from shops IX. Public Order offences
Department of Justice & Equality – Review role Joint Policing Committees
The Area office made a submission to the Department of Justice in relation to: the role of Central Government, possible improvements to JPC guidelines, local government reform and flexibility , devolution to local authorities of power to amend guidelines, communications with local structures.
Among the suggestions made by the Area Office response were: . Annual statement/report by respective the two ministers of Justice & Equality and Environment with identification of strategic objectives, . Role for the Departments of Health and Education on JPCs, . Central government departments to collate nationally issues and remedies raised at all JPCs . Explore availability of Garda statistics aligned to JPC boundaries, . JPC’s to have authority to amend guidelines or adjust scope in relation to representation of community and voluntary sector
JPC Sub Group – Newtown Court and illegal occupation lands at Belcamp Lane
The North Central JPC sub committee set up a temporary sub group in relation to the illegal occupation of DCC land adjacent to Belcamp Lane and Newtown Court. It comprised local residents, NABCO the management company for Newtown Court, Councillors, NCA management and the Gardaí.
Scope and Objectives The sub- group considered the main impacts of the illegal occupation on the residents of Newtown Court, the role and response of the City Council to address matters raised by the residents and to seek the vacant possession of the relevant land and the role and response of An Garda Síochána with respect to the illegal occupiers and their behaviour.
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Summary history of Trespass at Belcamp Lane In February 2008, some of the extended Martin Gavin family illegally and forcibly entered DCC land at Oscar Traynor Road. A High Court eviction order was obtained by DCC. Prior to eviction, the Gavin families departed and forcibly gained access to the land at Belcamp in September 2010, using specialised equipment to breach the mound.
The application of Housing statute to force an immediate eviction was considered at a senior level in DCC and the Gardaí. Mindful of self inflicted burnings at Oscar Traynor Rd, the likelihood of resistance, the need for considerable Garda specialist units and an awareness that children would have to be escorted by a third party from an eviction scenario, it was decided not to proceed.
Impact of trespass on Newtown Court residents There is only vehicular access to Newtown Court by the road adjacent to the trespassed site. There are reports of intimidation and the residents accessing the development by road or on foot felt vulnerable. Also the condition of the site and illegal dumping were causes for concern.
NABCO have maintained a record of alleged anti-social behaviour incidents and on several occasions communicated with the Gardaí. There were reported incidents of violence within the Gavin settlement area, which shocked Newtown Court residents.
Main actions of DCC and Gardaí The DCC Area Office and Gardaí have been in regular communications with NABCO and the residents, including several meetings. Clean ups were arranged of the road and a Liaison Garda from Coolock was appointed.
Local councillors and public representatives regularly raised queries and highlighted the problems for the local residents.
DCC Travellers Unit again engaged with the Gavins on housing matters of which they are entitled to apply and the legal case for the eviction order was methodically prepared to ensure no errors.
Three offers of DCC accommodation were: 1) St Dominick’s Park, 2) St Joseph’s Park and 3) Grand Canal Street. All were declined.
Current position and Findings The residents of Newtown Court have endured anti-social behaviour and other irresponsible behaviour e.g. traffic risks and intimidation.
The main culprits are allegedly the Gavins, who are considered not to have meaningfully engaged with DCC. Three offers were made of alternative accommodation.
As a housing authority DCC is obliged to assess accommodation requirements and make offers.
As a land owner of public land, it must seek eviction legally and the process is protracted. Using Fingal County Council as benchmark, it can take 2 years to get an eviction order.
Court orders for eviction relate to specific land and cannot be invoked for other lands despite the same individuals being involved. DCC has made representations to the Dept of Justice and Equality for statutory changes.
The Gavin families declined an offer of Mediation in October 2012 or at least the potential mediator did not reply to DCC’s Travellers Unit.
Initially there were about 20 families on the site, but now there are 5.
The High Court hearing scheduled for the 4rd March 2013 was adjourned in view of negotiations between the Housing & Residential Services Department and the Gavin families.
JPC perspective and actions arising There is a view that the JPC Sub Committee in addressing this local relevant issue can establish policy and that strategic insights can inform local public representatives, DCC management and community and thus enhance the JPC framework.
The JPC Sub Committee endorsed the action of advising the Departments of Justice of Equality and Environment, Community and Local Government, that court orders for eviction should be transferable to other lands where the
31 trespassers may occupy. On the JPC sub committee’s behalf, the Area Office made a submission to the Court’s Policy Unit of the Department of Justice and Equality.
North Central Area JPC Sub Committee Plan 2013
Overview The 2013 NCA JPC plan was adopted to include Quarterly meetings of Area JPC Bi monthly meetings of four local Safer Forums namely
Belcamp Darndale Moatview Belmayne Clongriffin Donaghmede Edenmore.
Main Action Areas The main activities will focus on:
Monitoring progress on Belcamp Lane illegal trespass Local quarterly JPC Bulletin Anti-social behaviour, litter and graffiti black spots North East Drugs Task Force – seeking joint initiatives Community Oriented Problem Solving approach – opportunities will be taken to use short-term sub groups of forum to focus on particular issues. Public Meetings Juvenile Liaison Officer request to attend Foras for one meeting per annum Local Police Forum reports Review statistical information DCC Area Office to assist Gardaí in dissemination of information and express opinions and views as required to Government Departments
Public Meeting Following on from a successful first public meeting held in North Central Area in St. Monica’s Youth Centre in October, it is proposed to hold further public meetings in the area. The next meeting is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 9th April 2013 in St. Joseph’s School Hall in Fairview. The format of this meeting will be similar to the one held in October. The topic of the meeting is “Don’t be a Victim of Theft” and will feature Chief Superintendent Frank Clerkin giving an overview of policing in the area, supported by crime statistics and trends. A Crime Prevention Officer will give practical advice on crime prevention and Sergeant Seamus Treacy will speak about the Youth Diversion Programme and Restorative Justice. The evening will end with an open question and answer session.
Attendance at Belfast Local Police Partnership meetings in North Belfast Jim Kelly of the Area Office, at the invitation of Northside Partnership and Groundwork Northern Ireland, attended two Belfast police community partnership forums in March 2013. He attended the launch of the “Peace Walls” gates initiative. It was noted that while some issues are unique are to Northern Ireland a similar JPC structure and approach is being used similar to the one in the Republic of Ireland. In summary, there is a similar JPC type structure and joint community activities between statutory agencies and the police in Northern Ireland but its priorities are to encourage integration across political boundaries.
10.2 Local Policing Fora
There are currently four local policing fora operating in the North Central Area - Safer Belcamp/Darndale/Moatview, Safer Belmayne/Clongriffin, Safer Edenmore and Safer Donaghmede. Forum meetings take place on a bi-monthly basis
32 at a convenient location within the area in which they operate. Some of the meetings are very well attended, whilst others has seen attendances falling over recent months. In that context the frequency of those meetings is being reviewed.
Safer Belcamp/Darndale/Moatview
There were meetings in October, December 2012, January and March 2013. Agenda items included; Halloween – including joint DCC/Garda visits to schools and a “ Keep it Green” initiative by Area staff and Community Development staff Provision of new houses at Buttercup - Redevelopment of Spine open space, Anti-social behaviour at a particular location, Waste management : concern at increased in illegal dumping post Christmas period and Area Office initiatives, Replacement of CCTV, Proliferation of “cash for cars” signs Horses in urban areas Improvement work on Darndale Park Repairs to footpaths on Spine Site Lord Mayor presented the certificates at Discovery Vocational Training centre
Safer Belmayne Clongriffin This forum continues with good local participation at the November and January meetings. The main topics are: Transport – sundered connectivity and traffic management at access roads, New road opened at Marrsfield, Reconfiguration of Hole in Wall Rd at Marrsfield Priory Hall, The North Fringe Local Area Plan – adoption by the City Council in December. Clongriffin train station underground car park safety and condition review, Area survey demonstrated positive condition of public areas in Belmayne/Clongriffin
The Area Office surveyed and rated the general condition of several key Belmayne/Clongriffin built environment locations under the headings: Litter Graffiti Condition of public and open spaces Maintenance of shrubbery/grass Property damage/evidence of crime. Overall the physical condition and appearance is very good at Belmayne Square, Churchwell, Clongriffin Square, Fr Collins Park, Main St Clongriffin, Marrsfield and Railway Square.
It is acknowledged that the condition of the empty building sites is a genuine cause for concern. There are proposals in the Local Area Plan review that may achieve an improved appearance in the area.
A key success factor of all the forums is the role of the public Domain Officer Dermot Johnson and Environmental Liaison Officer Richie Cleary who with their waste management crews can promptly respond to litter, dumping and environmental issues.
New Local Area Plan for North Fringe A key strategic responsibility of the North Central Area is to support and co-ordinate City Council Services in the development of the Belmayne and Clongriffin area or North Fringe. In 2012, the Area Office worked closely with the Planning Department in the preparation of a revised Local Area Plan (LAP) for the North Fringe. It is anticipated that the new LAP will provide a robust planning mechanism to maintain the sustainability of the areas and also to provide a tool for further developments.
Belmayne/Clongriffin – environmental improvements To enhance the existing infrastructure, the Parks and Landscape Services carried out improvement works at a high profile site at the corner of Belmayne/Malahide Road. It included fencing, the preparation of a possible space for a
33 community garden, the construction of a pathway linking Belmayne with the new pedestrian crossing on the N32 and some general landscaping works. It is expected that the Pedestrian/Cycle way will be opened in late Spring 2013.
Another positive feature was the visual improvements in Belmayne by local developers, which have resulted in the removal of all hoardings in the Belmayne area and their replacement by wire fencing and landscaping.
Additionally, works have taken place along Marrsfield Road at the Northern Edge of Father Collins Park, so that this road is opened to connect the Marrsfield apartment development to the Hole in the Wall Road, thus drawing this development out of its isolated position.
All of these landscaping works and road improvements will greatly benefit the residents of Clongriffin by enhancing the visual environment of the area and increasing connectivity to local schools and the wider community.
The North Central Area Office is committed to continued engagement with the communities of the North Fringe through the North Fringe Forum, Friends of Fr Collins Park and the local policing forum Safer Belmayne/Clongriffin. Indeed, the adoption of the Clongriffin/Belmayne Local Area Plan by the City Council in December 2012 will serve as an effective tool in assisting in the future development of the North Fringe and will be reviewed and monitored in line with current planning policies.
Safer Edenmore
Edenmore meetings continue at two monthly intervals in general with more frequent meetings in 2013 due to the Easter interval. The intensive efforts of Gardaí continue to contribute to documented reduction in crime.
While the fabric of the shopping centre continues to be in poor in terms of appearance, usage, footfall etc there are planned improvements to the Park at Edenmore. These amenity additions include exercise equipment and a proposed playground.
Edenmore is fifty years in existence this year with community commemorative events planned in conjunction with the local representative group.
Safer Donaghmede
Donaghmede Forum enjoys the active engagement of residents covering almost all sections of the area to include the Donahies and Grange Abbey Estate.
Traffic issues predominate at Fora discussions and also the frequent incidences of graffiti specifically in Donaghmede Park. We incur regular large scale costs in terms of removal but we have a huge amount of local voluntary co-operation. DERA (Donaghmede Residents Association) will be investing in the Park re the provision of park seating with the approval of the Parks & Landscape Division. In tandem with Edenmore the Park at Donaghmede is on course for improvements re the installation of a path network perceived as a safety issue facilitating a Safe Route to school and for pedestrians using local services and much welcomed by residents.
11. SPORTS AND COMMUNITY
11.1 Sports Activities
The City Council provides four quality sports halls in the North Central Area located at Darndale, Glin Road, Donnycarney and Kilmore Recreation Centre. Together with a swimming pool in Northside SC, an extensive range of sporting facilities is provided in our parks and open spaces by a dedicated sports team. The variety and range of activities available to all our citizens is a credit to all involved. The North Central Area has engaged the services of both the FAI and the Boxing Association of Ireland to promote specific soccer and boxing programmes for the youth of the area.
Sports Development Officers
Track & Field Session Nine young people from Donnycarney Youth Project took part in a 2-hour taster session in Morton Stadium with a coach from Raheny Shamrocks. This was the first time any of the group had been in an athletics stadium and had tried any of the events. On the day they had an introduction to sprinting, hurdles, long jump, high jump, javelin, discus and
34 shot putt. This was a high energy fun session with all the participants thoroughly enjoying the challenge of the new activities. Four young people have now joined Raheny Shamrocks Athletics Club as a result of the session.
BMX Citywide Race Day Seventy one young people from around the city took part in North and Southside finals on Friday 2nd November in Cherry Orchard BMX Centre. Six boys from the Darndale/Priorswood area competed as part of a joint initiative with Sphere 17 youth service. All participants completed time trials and skills test on the day before being placed in seeded race series. Four young people were identified to participate in the National BMX Finals on the Sunday. Two young people took part and finished 4th & 7th on the day.
Raheny Fair Play Blitz A total of 420 boys and girls from local schools took part in the 2nd annual Raheny Fair Play Blitz in the Clontarf Road Pitches last November.
NCA Rugby Programme – Ongoing Weekly Programme Over 20 young people from Coolock & Kilbarrack are attending a weekly training session delivered by Jack Hanratty Leinster Rugby Development Officer. The programme is a joint initiative with the North Central Area Sport Development Officers. The aims of the programme are to:
Introduce the sport to total beginners and develop their skill level each week. Organise a friendly game against a similar group from Dublin 8 and Cabra Attendance at Leinster V Zebre, Rabo Direct Game, December 2012. Introduce them into a local team.
This programme has continued throughout 2013 with some of the boys taking part in a city wide training programme at DCC Rugby Grounds, Clontarf. New players are been brought to training by Sphere 17 Youth Service each week.
Multi Sports Programme (KCDP) On average 16 young people aged 9-12yrs from Kilbarrack CDP take part in sports session each week. A basic fitness test including balance, speed and agility was completed on each participant and will be retaken at the end of the programme. Sports sessions include Olympic handball, dodgeball, soccer, basketball and badminton.
Multi Sports Programme (Youth Matters) 15 young boys from the Youth Matters, KCCP after school group took part in a multi sports programme in Glin Hall on Friday afternoons in November and December. Among the sports included were basketball, soccer, handball and Gaelic football and the programme finished up with a trip to the indoor BMX track in Cherry Orchard on the 14th of December for a taster session.
Hellfire Night walks (KYP) During the month of December approximately 30 young people from Kilbarrack Youth Project took part in 3 night walks at the Hellfire Club in the Dublin Mountains.
Badminton Programme Twelve young people from Donnycarney Youth Project and 11 young people from Kilmore West Youth Project are taking part in an 8 week badminton programme. These are all non players with many never playing the sport before. Each week through fun drills and games the coach introduces a new skill such as serving, shot selection, movement around the court and tactics.
Table Tennis A five week programme of table tennis coaching is taking place with young people from Youth Matters Kilbarrack. Each week the participants are developing their skills and developing knowledge of the game with a coach from Table Tennis Ireland. The programme will culminate with a table tennis round robin tournament.
In partnership with Sphere 17 a weekly casual table tennis drop in is held in Darndale on Wednesday afternoons in the local youth project. Four teenage boys took part in an inter-community competition held in DCC Recreation Centre, Hardwick Street on Thursday 6th December. A second table tennis tournament was held in Sphere 17 Youth Service, Darndale on 23rd January 2013 and was attended by 8 teenage boys.
Sportshall Athletics (Youth Matters Kilbarrack)
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Approximately 20 young people aged 8 to 12 from Kilbarrack are taking part in weekly 1 hour session in Greendale Hall on Tuesdays. Many of the participants are taking in athletics for the first time and are being introduced to the different events that comprise sports hall athletics. Each week the session starts with participants asked to complete a skills test and at the end they will all be given a score card and certificate that acknowledges their hard work and effort over the 6 weeks. Every session allows participants to try out two events that form the athletic including relays, sprinting, hurdles, shot putt, javelin, long jump etc. The programme will culminate in a sports hall athletics team competition and awards ceremony on the last night.
Swimming/Aquathlon Challenge Coolock swimming pool is the venue for swim lessons targeting teenage boys and girls aged 16+, to help increase their swimming ability and water fitness. Sphere 17 Youth Service has been proving transport and supervision throughout the programme. Approx. 9 boys and 6 girls attend each week.
In partnership with St. Thomas’s School, Dublin 17, the Sports Development Officer is teaching teenage traveller boys to swim. Lessons held in DCC Pool, Coolock and approx. 15 boys attend each week.
Both of these groups are preparing to take part in the Aquathlon Challenge & Swim Gala on 20th March. This event is being hosted by the North Central Sports Development Officers in Trinity Sports & Leisure Complex and will see participants challenging themselves by competing in a variety of water based races and also participating in a run held in Fr. Collins Park.
Cricket A Cricket Coaching Workshop in partnership with Cricket Leinster is planned for Tuesday 12th March in Glin Road Sports Hall. The workshop will leave all participants in an ideal position to deliver their own cricket programme within their school, club or group. The workshop will include small-sided cricket games which will include coaching on batting, bowling and fielding.
Kilmore Sports Tasters In partnership with Kilmore West Youth Service a group of eight teenage boys took part in six different sports on Wednesday afternoons throughout February and March 2013. The aim was to introduce the boys to a new sport each week. The sports selected were Handball, Volleyball, Basketball, Rugby, Hockey and Badminton.
Boys Indoor Soccer – Ongoing Weekly Programme In partnership with Sphere 17 youth service each Tuesday afternoon a small soccer competition is held for 18 boy’s age 10-12 years, in Darndale Sports Hall. The FAI provides a soccer coach to help with refereeing and coaching during this weekly session. This programme runs each week throughout the school year.
Mid term/Easter Holiday Activities Three trips to the National Aquatic Centre in Blanchardstown and one trip to Funtasia in Drogheda were provided for approximately 40 young people from Kilbarrack Youth Project during the February Mid term School Holidays.
A full programme of sporting activities was provided to young people during the 2 week Easter school break. Activities included a soccer blitz for girls delivered with FAI Development Officer, bouldering, water sports and rugby.
Sports & Recreation Officer
Senior Citizens
Tai Chi Programme, Donnycarney This programme runs all year round and is open to men and women and is in its 3rd year. There are currently 16 women and 3 men taking part in a 1 hour session every Wednesday.
Aqua Programme, Northside Pool This programme is currently running every Tuesday afternoon from 3.00 – 4.00pm. It runs all year round and is in its 3rd year.
Boules Club, Artane Roundabout This 8 week programme is taking place on Thursday mornings. The residents of Mount Dillon Senior Citizens complex are learning the game of Boules with an aim to set up a Boules Club and compete in a city wide league.
Disability
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Saint Michaels House, Santry & Belcamp Lane SMH are currently taking part in two programmes with DCC. Both programmes are designed to improve hand/eye coordination, encourage weight loss and improve general fitness levels for adults with both Intellectual and Physical disabilities. These programs are run in Santry on Friday mornings and Belcamp Lane on Thursday afternoons.
Spina Bifida Ireland, Clonshaugh SBI are taking part in an 8 week programme of games designed to encourage weight loss among wheelchair bound adults. This program takes place every Friday afternoon in Clonshaugh Business Park. Feed back has been extremely positive from all participants.
Dyspraxia group, Northside Pool This group currently takes part in water based exercises, which are designed to improve concentration levels in a fun and active atmosphere. It runs every Wednesday evening and is an ongoing programme that is part funded by DCC and partly by the Dyspraxia groups themselves.
Under 10’s
KCDP, Kilbarrack Kilbarrack Community Development Project is currently working with the DCC Sports & Recreation Officer to engage all local children in sporting games and activities. There are currently 24 boys and girls taking part every Thursday afternoon from 3.00 – 4.30pm in Greendale Hall. This is an eight week programme.
After School Athletics Programme St. Vincent de Paul School, Marino is participating in this programme for a third year. This programme is aimed at pupils who have no experience running in cross country and is designed to get pupils up to the fitness levels required to compete successfully. St Benedict’s & St. Mary’s Primary School, Kilbarrack is also participating in this programme for the first time this year and both schools aim to compete in a Cross Country Event to be held in April.
Ethnic Minorities
Travact, Priorswood Travact is an organisation which actively engages members of the travelling community in educational and sporting activities in the local and wider community. Two DCC led swimming programmes are currently taking place. The first is a mother and toddler swimming session, which is followed by a second swim programme for adults only. These take place every Thursday evening from 6.00 – 8.00pm and are open to all members of the Travelling community.
Adult Men & Women
Lunchtime Fitness Class A lunchtime fitness class is currently running in Glin Road Sports Centre. This is an eight week programme and is attended by staff from different agencies in Northside Civic Centre. The class is open to the public and has 10 participants at present. It runs from 12.45 -1.30 every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon.
Events
Operation Transformation, Feb 23rd In conjunction with RTE, Athletics Ireland and The Irish Sports Council, Dublin City Council ran another successful programme of events all over the city culminating in the 5k run in the Phoenix Park where 5000 men, women and children took part in the fun event. Smaller individual walks/runs were held all over the city to coincide with the RTE programme.
Champions Day, April 29th Preparations are currently under way to stage the Fourth Champions Day sporting event. This is a city wide event bringing all Intellectual and Physical disabled adults together to compete in activities such as Archery, Bowls, Soccer, Tennis and Athletic track and field events. This year’s event will take place in Cabra Parkside Sports Complex. All participants who compete go home with a medal.
North Central Area Primary Schools Cross Country Race, April 22nd This is the third year the event is taking place in St Anne’s Park. Primary School children from all over the NCA will compete for best overall schools prizes. Four hundred children took part last year from eleven different schools across
37 the area. All participants receive a medal for competing and score points for the title of best boys school and best girl’s school. Training
Child Protection in Sport The Irish Sports Council designed training programme is delivered by the local Sport & Recreation Officer in their areas. The course is delivered to all sporting clubs to inform them of current legislation, and policies for anyone involved in dealing with children in a paid or voluntary capacity. This course is 3 hours long and costs €10 per participant.
Buntus This is another Irish Sports Council designed course delivered by the local S & R Officer to Primary School Teachers at one Level and Crèche workers at another level. Both courses are designed to engage children in sport from an early age, which is intended to lead to participation in sport in later years. The course is delivered to teachers and assistants so they can bring the games/activities back to the school/crèche. Northside Swimming Pool Swimming lessons for local primary and secondary schools are continuing throughout the school year. Adult and children’s swimming lessons and Aquafit classes are also continuing with the Irish Water Safety Association providing a variety of classes to suit all ages and levels. Free swimming sessions for the unemployed are available every Saturday morning from 10am – 1.45pm and also for those who hold a passport for leisure card.
As mentioned above, a sub-aqua training/aqua fit/snorkelling session for the over 55s, which is organised by the NCA Sports Development Officer, is continuing at the pool on Tuesday afternoons.
Boxing Programme/FAI Programme The Start Box Bronze Programme continued to be delivered in the North Central Area by the Boxing in the Community Officer, Michael Carruth in the last quarter.
Jimmy Mowles is the FAI Officer in North Central and is continuing to deliver soccer programmes in the area.
Glin Road Sports Hall The activities currently available in the complex are: Dancing for children Monday Wednesday Friday 5pm-7pm Irish Dancing for children Wednesday 7.30pm-9.00pm Irish Dancing for children Tuesday and Thursday 4pm-5.30pm Football for children Monday – Friday 4pm – 6pm Basketball for children and teenagers Saturday 10am-1pm Hip hop children and teenagers Thursday 5.30-7.30pm Self defence from 16years onwards Wednesday 9pm-10pm Kickboxing classes children Wednesday 4.30pm-5.50pm Kickboxing classes adults Thursday 8pm-9pm Boxing from 11 years onwards Tuesday and Thursday 8pm-9pm Kung Fu classes Tuesday 8pm-10pm Bootcamp classes Monday Wednesday Friday 9.30am-10.30am Tuesday & Thursday 8pm-9pm Aerobics classes Tuesday & Thursday 7pm – 8pm Karate for children and teenagers Monday7.30pm and Thursday 8-9pm St Michaels house for teenagers Monday and Friday 11am-1pm
11.2 Community & Social Development
With effect from the 3rd March and as part of the reorganisation of Department of Cultural Recreational and Amenity Department, staff from the City Development Board, the RAPID Programme and the community Development Section were amalgamated to form a new Community and Social Development Unit. This followed the full transfer of staff involved with the RAPID Programme to the Local Authority who was from 1st January required to meet their salary costs. While the final direction of the RAPID programme is still the subject of discussions with the Department and the Local Authorities as part of a cohesion process envisaged in revised Local Government structures the nine
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RAPID Co-Ordinators have been assigned enhanced roles within the Community and Social Development Unit. Projects and developments under the RAPID programme will continue but within the context of Dublin City Council's Cultural Recreational & Amenity Department.
In North Central, Jim Lee has been as Community & Social Development Officer with responsibility for the Area Community Team. He will also continue work closely with the Area staff and will continue the complementary work of preparation of outdoor event plans, working with the JPC and producing a regular JPC newsletter, working with the safety forums, production of mapping and statistical reports, an inter-agency mapping project with the Gardaí and together with a member of area's admin staff will work on environmental education, publicly and events. Although the line management reporting will be through Marie Igoe SEO (Community & Social Development), most of the area work will be co-ordinated through the area based local Social Inclusion Group led by the Assistant Area Manager, Elaine Mulvenny. This group brings together and utilises the staff resources of the community development team, sports officers and a number of the admin staff.
The Area Community Team is organised into two sub-teams which effectively operated east and west of the Malahide Road and this report follows that structure.
Area Wide Activities
Community Grants The 2013 Community Grants scheme closed for applications on 31st January and by the 8th February the forms were registered and returned to the local area community teams. A total of 154 Grants were assigned to the North Central Area and of these 7 fell outside the boundaries of the area and were reassigned to the appropriate areas, leaving 147 valid applications. Following a detailed examination by the two area sub-teams 11 applications were deemed ineligible and funding recommendations were made in respect of the remaining 136 applications amounting to €54,600. These are due to be considered €54,600 the by the Area Committee at its April meeting.
Capital Funding An application was made through the Parks & Landscape Services Division funding for outdoor sports training equipment at Edenmore Park from the Sports Capital Programme 2012. This was successful and the work will be completed by end of 2013. A funding application for similar equipment to the Coca Cola fund for a site in Donagmede known as the backers was unsuccessful. Pending determination of this application, a feasibility study being undertaken to examine the future amenity potential of the site was delayed. This feasibility study is being carried out to determine viable options prior to initiating a community consultation process. It is now expected that the study will be completed over the summer.
Facility mapping/Interagency Mapping Project A review of community facilities in the North Central Area is taking place to update the facilities mapping site of Dublin.ie. The work is being undertaken the staff involved with Dublin.ie.
Work is continuing with the Gardaí on the interagency mapping project.
Email Bulletin A new initiative was launched by the area manager to keep Councillors and other elected members updated with an n email based newsletter. The initiative has been well received and it is hope to expand the concept to a similar newsletter for residents/business and community groups.
Area Team Activities
Christmas Events The Community Development Team organised or was involved in a number of festive Community Celebrations for Christmas:
Christmas Party for Older Persons – Parnell’s Football Club The Community Development Team members organised a Christmas Dinner and Band Event which will took place on the Thursday the 6th December in Parnell’s Clubhouse Coolock. This event catered for 280 older people living either in DCC’s Older Person’s Complexes or members of active age groups in the local area. We linked in with Dublin Bus and the Gardaí regarding transport to try and keep costs down for everyone. The atmosphere on the afternoon was fantastic and the feedback from all groups was very positive.
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Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies took place in the following communities: Santry Santry Community Resource Centre: 30th November: 7pm. This event was very successful, in the region of 250 people attended, Andrew Montague switched on the lights, while a beautiful choir performed Christmas Carols. We supplied a Santa Grotto and every child was rewarded with a selection box and a bag of goodies. Atmosphere was very festive, and was enjoyed by everyone.
Drumcondra Drumcondra Bridge Park, Sunday the 2nd December; followed by a children’s Christmas party in the Skylon Hotel
Other Events Other tree lighting events took place throughout late November/early December in Darndale Village Square, Clontarf, Raheny, Edenmore and Donaghmede.
Christmas Community Events The Community Development Team linked with community groups and provided support for Christmas Events. Groups included: Irish Indian Organisation, Magenta Ladies Club, Woodlawn Residents Group, Larkhill Residents Group, Fairview Community Care Group, St. Brigid’s Resource Centre Christmas Fair, Artane Coolock Resource and Development Centre Christmas Social.
Summer Projects A well attended summer project network review meeting was held on 7th November in Kilmore Recreation Centre in conjunction with the CYC. This meeting was and valuable ideas were exchanged between projects. The first of the summer projects network meeting for 2013 took place in Kilmore Recreation Centre on the 20th February 2013. Child Protection Training, Garda Vetting procedures and general ideas were discussed at this meeting. A follow up meeting is to be arranged for the start of April.
Meetings with groups, events and general activities
Cameron Active Retirement Group – Edenmore/Raheny This active retirement group was established in September 2012 and currently has 30-40 members. Organised activities include Pilates, dancing, day trips, etc. The Community Development Team continues to liaise and support the group in their development.
Maranatha Variety Youth Group – Kilbarrack The Maranatha Variety Youth Group is based in Kilbarrack but also has membership from the surrounding areas. The Group’s annual variety show took place in the Grange Woodbine Centre from 13th – 16th November and proved to be an outstanding success with young participants performing comedy acts, dance routines etc.
Coolock Art Group Exhibition This art group which is supported by the Community Team had an art exhibition on Thursday the 15th November in Darndale Belcamp Village Centre. There was a good turn out at this event.
St Josephs Ladies Crafts Group – Open Day This group held an open day on Tuesday the 27th November in the St Joseph’s Parish Centre, Bonnybrook to display their crafts. This was a very successful event with over 100 attending. The Community Development Team attended and supported this event and link with the group on an ongoing basis.
Mount Dillon Court Residents Refurbishments have taken place in the Community Room in Mt Dillon to accommodate the computers that have also been recently installed.
Fairview Community Care Group The community team have been linking in weekly with this group of older people based at St Vincent’s Hospital. Recent events included a visit by Maryfield Ladies Variety Group on the 9th November. A great old fashioned sing song was had at this visit and a fun morning was had by all. An interactive Christmas Drama Event took place there on Friday the 7th December which was enjoyed by all.
Community Pride Meetings
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Meetings have continued with this inter-agency group in Darndale on a fortnightly basis. The junior school railings were painted in October and ongoing projects include: the revitalization of the Darndale Park, revitalisation of the community garden at the church.
St. Benedict's Mens’ Photography Group – Kilbarrack This group continues to meet on a regular basis and is thriving, attracting additional membership over the past year. The Community Development Team continues to support this worthwhile group.
Group E Mail List The community team members have been updating and gathering e mail addresses of groups and have set up a group e mail list for ease of distributing community information in a quick and efficient manner.
Social Tea Dance Due to the success of the Christmas event for older persons and feedback from local older people with regards to a lack of a regular local tea dance, a monthly Social Tea Dance has been developed with two already taking place in January and February in Parnell’s GAA Club. They are very popular among everyone attending and the feedback has been extremely positive. We are theming the dances according to calendar seasonal events with the February event carrying a valentine’s ‘Ballroom of Romance’ theme and the March dance carrying a St Patrick’s Day theme. Advertising for these dances has brought us in contact with a number of new older persons and active age groups in the area.
Line Dancing We were inundated with requests to find a Line Dancing Teacher in the Santry Area. We managed to find an excellent lady. Classes are now up and running every Monday evening at the Santry Resource Centre. The class caters for all ages. There is quite a lot of networking between groups based in this area whereby they can also be linked in with the Social Tea Dances which we would hope to have at least one per month
Fairtrade Fortnight 2013 Fairtrade Coffee mornings and outreach talks were arranged by local Community Development Team and took place in the following venues:
•Thursday the 28th February at 3pm in Lorcan Community Centre (Lorcan Active Age Group) •Tuesday 5th March at 12.00 noon in the Mornington Centre, Artane. •Tuesday the 5th March at 3:30pm in Beaumont Pastoral Centre (Beaumont Active Age) •Wednesday the 6th March between 12pm and 3pm in Kilmore Recreation Centre (Fundraiser)
International Women’s Day 2013 The Community Development Team supported the Artane Coolock Resource and Development Centre with their event to celebrate International Women’s Day on 8th March. The event commenced with a presentation on ‘Women in Politics Today’ and was followed by a slideshow on the women’s role in the early twentieth century during poverty stricken times. The event concluded with an afternoon of relaxation including a Tai Chi session.
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2013 The Community Development Team supported the annual Maidin Gaeilge event which took place in Coolock Library on Tuesday 12th March in order to celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge. This event was organised by the local SPRAOI group which is a group which promotes the Irish language and culture in the area. Activities included a bi-lingual quiz followed by Irish music and dance. The event was attended by over sixty people and was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Preparations for Bealtaine Festival 2013 Bealtaine is the Irish national arts festival celebrating creativity in older age which takes place each May and involves thousands of participants in events in every art form.
A number of meetings have taken place with Niamh Fitzpatrick, Co-Ordinator of the Bealtaine Festival 2013. A range of local activities/events are planned for the Festival in May including an art exhibition in the Bunratty Civic Centre (7th -17th May), a local crafts workshop, a local clay workshop and a ‘Big Band Night’ on Sunday 26th May in St. Brigid’s Resource Centre, Killester.
Preparations for City Neighbourhood’s Competition Lists of new entrants for the upcoming City Neighbourhoods Competition have been gathered and environmental groups/residents groups are being encouraged to enter.
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Meetings took place with the following groups: New Life Centre, RASP, Deans Swift Sports Club, Kilmore Youth Project & Le Chéile.
Message in a Bottle Campaign Local ‘Safety at Home’ talks have been organized for older persons and active age group members in the local area. These have been organized by the local community development team and the local district fire officers. The main thrust of these talks involves promotion of the message in a bottle campaign, whereby up to date personal and medical details are stored in a labelled plastic container in the fridge of the resident with an additional sticker just inside the hall door indicating the bottle in the fridge location. This makes for a much more efficient service in times of emergency. To date, talks have taken place in the following areas and locations:
• 6th February at 12:30pm in the Donnycarney Local Care Centre • 8th February at 11am in the Santry Community Resource Centre • 12th February at 3pm in the Beaumont Pastoral Centre • 13th February at 11am in the Kilmore Recreation Centre • 13th February at 2pm in Carleton Hall, Marino
Social Inclusion Steps have been made to create a more efficient communication link between Dublin City Council and St Michael’s House to ensure the clients of St Michaels House who are also local residents are aware of the local services, in particular those carried out by DCC Community Development Officers and DCC Sports Officers. Local Senior Community Officer and local Sports and Recreation Officer attended a Management Meeting in St Michael’s House Area Head Office, Coolock and did a presentation on their roles within the community highlighting where they thought St Michaels House clients could better fit in to local events/activities/sports programs. As a result, St Michael’s House Management have been added to internal email lists which means that they will be informed about all upcoming events, activities, grant schemes etc. within the area. Also, it was agreed to invite a local management representative from St Michaels House to the next Social Inclusion Meeting within DCC North Central Area.
Dave Dinnigan
Area Manager
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An Rannóg Caomhantais, An Roinn Pleanála agus Forbartha Oifigí na Cathrach, An Ché Adhmaid, Baile Átha Cliath 8
Conservation Section, Planning Department Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8
T. 01 222 3926 F. 01 222 2830
24th April, 2013.
To the Chairman and Members of the North-Central Area Committee:
The following reports are due to be presented to the next City Council Meeting. In advance of that meeting, they are being circulated to the Local Area Committee as a matter of courtesy. They have already been before the area committee prior to being publicly advertised.
1. St. John’s Church, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 5
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An Rannóg Caomhantais, An Roinn Pleanála agus Forbartha Oifigí na Cathrach, An Ché Adhmaid, Baile Átha Cliath 8
Conservation Section, Planning & Development Department Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8 T. 01 222 3926 F. 01 222 2830
18th April, 2013
To the Chairperson and Members of the North Central Area Committee
Recommendation: Addition of ‘St. John’s Church, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 5’ to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000.
PHOTO OF STRUCTURE
Procedure Followed
In accordance with the procedures set out in Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, Dublin City Council by public notice on 12/2/2013, indicated its intention to add St. John’s Church, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 5 to the record of Protected Structures (RPS). The proposed addition was advertised in the Irish Times on 12/2/2013. The public display period was from 12th February, 2013 to 26th March 2013, inclusive.
Request for Addition Conservation Section, Planning and Development Department, Dublin City Council.
Summary of Applicants Reasons for Seeking Addition It has recently come to light that ‘St. John’s Church, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 5’ is not listed on the current Record of Protected Structures (2011-2017). It was omitted in error from the current Record of Protected Structures. It
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Site Location & Zoning Map Zoning Objective - Z9: To preserve, provide and improve recreational amenity and open space and green networks. Also zoned a ‘Conservation Area’ denoted by red hatched lines on development plan. It is also the site of a recorded monument protected under the National Monument Acts (DU015-076)
Planning History No recent planning history
Summary Description Detached Church of Ireland church, built circa 1760, in an elevated position on the site of an earlier church. The building comprises a nave with transept and apse to east with three-stage tower to west. Pitched Blue Bangor slate roof. Pebble dashed walls with cut stone string courses and pinnacles to tower and cut stone window sills, window surrounds and door surrounds. Church set within own grounds with various upright and recumbent gravemarkers. Site bounded by pebbledashed walls, with circular profiled gate piers to entrance with spur stone. A modern hall occupies the western edge of the site.
Historical Background According to the website of the St. John the Evangelist, Coolock, the church was consecrated on 21st September 1760 by the then Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Most Reverend Charles Cobb D.D. It was built on the site of the ruined Church of St. Brendan, on the banks of the Santry River at Tonlegee Road and given the name of St. John the Evangelist. At that time it served a small rural community, however now 250 years later, the area has seen dramatic changes and particularly over the last 30 years, with massive Urban Development Programme and a huge inward growth of new parishioners.
In 1837, the building is mentioned in Samuel Lewis's Topographical Dictionary of Ireland: The living is a vicarage, in the diocese of Dublin, and in the patronage of the Marquess of Drogheda, in whom the rectory is impropriate: the vicarial tithes amount to £249. 4. 7½. There is a glebe-house, with a glebe comprising 17a. 2r. 25p. The church, dedicated to St. Brandon, a neat edifice, was partly rebuilt and enlarged, by aid of a loan of £500 from the late Board of First Fruits, in 1818. ... The parochial school, for which a house was built at an
45 expense of £300, the gift of Sir Compton Domville, Bart., is supported by subscription, and, attended by 30 or 40 children. A school of 30 children, for which a handsome cottage has been built in the grounds of Beaumont, and an infants' school in connection with it, are wholly supported by Mrs. Guinness ...
The church is constructed in the typical Board of First Fruits style. The Board of First Fruits was an institution of the Church of Ireland that was established in 1711 in order to build and improve churches and glebe houses in Ireland. This was funded from taxes collected on clerical incomes which were in turn funded by tithes.
References: http://coolock.dublin.anglican.org/about.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parish_of_Coolock_(Church_of_Ireland)
Assessment of Special Interest Under the Planning & Development Act 2000 The structure is considered to be of special interest under the following headings: Architectural: This building is one of the earliest surviving structures which continues in use to this day. It makes a positive contribution to its setting and surrounding streetscape. Archaeological: This site has been a centre of Christian worship since the Medieval period and as such is of archaeological interest.
Significance/NIAH Rating: The National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (NIAH) has not been carried out for the Dublin City Council area; however, its categories of special interest (architectural, historical, archaeological, artistic, cultural, scientific, technical & social) and its rating system has been used to assess the building in question. The NIAH identifies five categories of rating in seeking to rank buildings. The NIAH rating values are International, National, Regional, Local and Record Only (I, N, R, L, O). Structures which are considered of International, National, and Regional significance are deemed worthy of inclusion on the RPS. Using the NIAH System of rating this structure is considered to be of Regional significance. These are structures or sites that make a significant contribution to the architectural heritage within their region or area.
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Submissions/Objections Received:
No submissions/objections were received following the public display period.
Meeting of the Area Committee
The proposed addition of the structure was brought forward to the North-Central Area Committee on the 19th November, 2012 where it was agreed by the elected members to initiate the statutory procedure to add St. John’s Church, Tonlegee Road, Coolock to the RPS.
Recommendation:
In accordance with section 55 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, it is recommended that St. John’s Church, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 5 be added to the Record of Protected Structures in the Dublin City Development Plan 2011 – 2017.
The making of any addition to the Record of Protected Structures is a reserved function of the City Council.
______Patricia Hyde Senior Planner
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Extent of Protected Structure Curtilage The extent of protected structure curtilage is shown on the map below in red. Excludes modern church hall.
Aerial Photograph Google Aerial Photo (circa 2012) showing location of church.
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Short Photographic Record
View of church from south View of entrance tower
View of grave markers View of entrance gates
View of pebble dashed boundary wall Modern hall on west side (LHS) of grounds
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Housing & Residential Services
1st May 2013
To the Chairman and Members of the North Central Area Committee
With reference to the proposed disposal of apartment at 11 Richmond Hall, Richmond Road, Fairview, Dublin 3. ______
Dublin City Council acquired 11 Richmond Hall, Richmond Road, Fairview, Dublin 3 under Part V of the Planning and Development Act 2000 as amended. The unit was to be sold under the Affordable Housing Scheme. The unit did not sell under the Scheme.
Circulars AHS 1/2009 and N3/09 issued by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government set out measures to deal with unsold affordable units and to the new leasing arrangements for the delivery of social housing. Dublin City Council entered into a Service Level Agreement and Temporary Convenience Letting with Circle Voluntary Housing Association on 6th November 2009 for the management of the unit.
In December 2012, Circle Voluntary Housing Association applied for funding under the Capital Assistance Scheme for 11 Richmond Hall. Funding approval was granted by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government on 12th December 2012 in the amount of €111,184.00. This funding was used to redeem the outstanding Housing Finance Agency loan for the acquisition of the unit by Dublin City Council and it was agreed to dispose of the unit to Circle Voluntary Housing Association.
It is now proposed to dispose of 11 Richmond Hall to Circle Voluntary Housing Association, an Approved Housing Body.
The location of the apartment to be disposed is shown outlined in red on Map Index No. SM-2013-0116, a copy of which is submitted with this report.
It is proposed to dispose of the apartment to Circle Voluntary Housing Association subject to the following terms and conditions:
1. The cost of the unit is €111,184.00.
2. Circle Voluntary Housing Association to provide housing for persons from Dublin City Council’s Housing List and also to comply with all the terms and conditions attached to the Capital Assistance Scheme.
3. A 500 year lease effective from 1st January 2006 will be assigned to Circle Voluntary Housing Association.
4. Execution of a mortgage agreement with Dublin City Council in respect of the loan advanced by it under the Capital Assistance Scheme.
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5. There shall be an obligation on Circle Voluntary Housing Association to become a member of the Management Company and shall be liable for the relevant service charges.
The unit to be disposed of was acquired from Corrmount Partnership.
No agreement enforceable at law is created or intended to be created until an exchange of contracts has taken place.
The disposal shall be subject to such conditions, as the Law Agent in his discretion shall stipulate.
The dates for the performances of any requirements of the proposed agreement may be amended at the absolute discretion of the Assistant City Manager.
The report is submitted in accordance with the requirements of Section 183 of the Local Government Act 2001.
Dick Brady Assistant City Manager
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Housing & Residential Services
1st May 2013
To the Chairman and Members of the North Central Area Committee
With reference to the proposed disposal of apartment at 131 Orchard Way, Greenwood Walk, Dublin 13. ______
Dublin City Council acquired 131 Orchard Way, Greenwood Walk, Dublin 13 under Part V of the Planning and Development Act 2000 as amended. The unit was to be sold under the Affordable Housing Scheme. The unit did not sell under the Scheme.
Circulars AHS 1/2009 and N3/09 issued by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government set out measures to deal with unsold affordable units and to the new leasing arrangements for the delivery of social housing. Dublin City Council entered into a Service Level Agreement and Temporary Convenience Letting with Túath Housing Association on 9th November 2009 for the management of the unit.
In December 2012, Túath Housing Association applied for funding under the Capital Assistance Scheme for 131 Orchard Way. Funding approval was granted by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government on 12th December 2012 in the amount of €160,166.00. This funding was used to redeem the outstanding Housing Finance Agency loan for the acquisition of the unit by Dublin City Council and it was agreed to dispose of the unit to Túath Housing Association.
It is now proposed to dispose of 131 Orchard Way to Túath Housing Association, an Approved Housing Body.
The location of the apartment to be disposed is shown outlined in red on Map Index No. SM-2013-0115, a copy of which is submitted with this report.
It is proposed to dispose of the apartment to Túath Housing Association subject to the following terms and conditions:
1. The cost of the unit is €160,166.00.
2. Túath Housing Association to provide housing for persons from Dublin City Council’s Housing List and also to comply with all the terms and conditions attached to the Capital Assistance Scheme.
3. A 843 year lease effective from 1st December 2004 will be assigned to Túath Housing Association.
4. Execution of a mortgage agreement with Dublin City Council in respect of the loan advanced by it under the Capital Assistance Scheme.
5. There shall be an obligation on Túath Housing Association to become a member of the Management Company and shall be liable for the relevant service charges.
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The unit to be disposed of was acquired from Albany Homes Limited.
No agreement enforceable at law is created or intended to be created until an exchange of contracts has taken place.
The disposal shall be subject to such conditions, as the Law Agent in his discretion shall stipulate.
The dates for the performances of any requirements of the proposed agreement may be amended at the absolute discretion of the Assistant City Manager.
The report is submitted in accordance with the requirements of Section 183 of the Local Government Act 2001.
Dick Brady Assistant City Manager
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Development Department Civic Offices
7th May 2013. To the Chairman and Members of
The North Central Area Committee
Meeting: 20th May 2013
Item No:
With reference to the proposed disposal of a plot of ground to the rear of 17 Brian Boru Street, Dublin 3 to Fionnuala O’Curry. ______
An application has been received from Fionnuala O’Curry to purchase a plot of ground to the rear of her newly acquired property at No. 17 Brian Boru Street, Dublin 3. The plot of ground in question, which is shown coloured pink on Map Index SM-2013-0366, has been incorporated into the rear garden since the Council extended the then Council- owned house’s gardens there in 1978 and should have been included in the previous sale of the house to her predecessor in title.
Therefore it is proposed to dispose of the fee simple in the plot of ground to Fionnuala O’Curry subject to the following terms and conditions:
1. The consideration shall be €100 (one hundred euro).
2. The Purchaser shall be responsible for any costs involved in incorporating the plot into their garden.
3. Each party shall be responsible for their own legal costs in the matter.
The dates for the performances of any of the requirements of the proposed agreement may be amended at the absolute discretion of the Executive Manager.
The disposal shall be subject to such conditions as to title to be furnished as the Law Agent in his discretion shall stipulate.
No agreement enforceable at law is created or intended to be created until an exchange of contracts has taken place.
Jim Keogan A/Assistant City Manager
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Planning and Economic Development Department
Report to: - North Central Area Committee
RE: Proposed Variation of Dublin City Development Plan 2011-2017. Site at the Former Smurfit Kappa Building, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 17.
Proposal: It is proposed to vary the Dublin City Development Plan 2011 – 2017 by changing the zoning of the subject lands at the former Smurfit Kappa Building, Tonlegee Road, Coolock, Dublin 17:
From: Zoning Objective Z6 – To provide for the creation and protection of enterprise and facilitate opportunities for employment creation.
To: Zoning Objective Z1 – To protect, improve and provide residential amenities.
The subject lands are defined on the attached map.
Site Location and Description:
The site is the former Smurfit Kappa industrial premises on Tonlagee Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. The site has an area of approximately 2.073ha and is directly accessed from Tonlegee Road. An adjoining housing estate incorporating Rathvale Drive, Ayrfield Road and Ayrfield Drive is directly to the north and east of the site. The western boundary of the site is adjoined by commercial uses including a leisureplex, retail units and car parking facilities. St John the Evangelist Church and church hall, located immediately to the south, is designated as Z9 Amenity/Open space and is also a site of archaeological interest. The industrial premises has not been in use since 2007 and is currently hoarded off.
Purpose of the Proposed Variation:
This is a proposal to change the land use zoning of the site from Z6 Employment/Enterprise to Z1 Sustainable Residential Neighbourhood. The owners of the site have indicated that it has been on the market as an industrial site but no interest has been shown in the redevelopment of the site for employment purposes. There have been no recent planning applications on the site. The owners consider that the proposed rezoning to Z1 would facilitate a better opportunity for the redevelopment of the site.
Assessment:
The site is a brownfield site located in a predominantly residential area. At present the site is secured by means of boundary fencing and is disconnected physically from the adjoining area. There is no direct link between the subject site and the adjoining Z1 Residential or Z4 District Centre lands. The subject site in its present format does not contribute to employment or enterprise in the city and represents an isolated parcel of Z6 lands in contrast to larger areas of Z6 Employment/Enterprise lands to the west and north-west along the Malahide Road. A rezoning from Z6 Employment/Enterprise to Z1 Sustainable Residential Neighbourhood would allow for the possibility of a residential redevelopment of the lands. This would be compatible with the adjoining residential area and the setting of St John’ church and could provide an opportunity to create greater linkages from the wider residential area to the adjoining Z4 district centre. The site is well served by public transport being within walking distance of a Quality Bus Corridor on the Malahide Road. It should be noted that land zoned for residential purposes would be expected to have regard to the policies in the City Development Plan which promote sustainable densities (Dublin City Development Plan 2011 – 2017 Chp.17.3).
Given the existing zoning context, the brownfield status of the site, its prominent location and proximity to public transport and taking into account the redundant nature of the subject site, a rezoning to facilitate residential redevelopment may provide the best opportunity for the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
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Recommendation:
It is recommended that the variation procedure be initiated for a change of use zoning from Z6 to Z1.
Jim Keogan A/Assistant City Manager
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An Rannóg Caomhantais, An Roinn Pleanála agus Forbartha Oifigí na Cathrach, An Ché Adhmaid, Baile Átha Cliath 8
Conservation Section, Planning Department Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8
T. 01 222 3926 F. 01 222 2271
10th May, 2013.
To the Chairperson and Members of the North-Central Area Committee
Recommendation: Addition of Former Edenmore House, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Springdale Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 – original house, original entrance and gate lodge to the Record of Protected Structures in accordance with Section 54 and 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000
Photo of Structure
View of the south (principal) elevation from the banked lawn to the front of the building
Introduction
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It is proposed to initiate procedures under Section 55 of the Planning & Development Act 2000 to add Former Edenmore House, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Springdale Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 – original house, original entrance and gate lodge to Dublin City Council’s Record of Protected Structures.
Name and address of applicant:
Raheny Historical Society, c/o Mr. Brian Wray – Secretary, 101 Collins Park, Donnycarney, Dublin 9.
Summary of applicant’s reasons for seeking addition:
Built in the first half of the 18th century and called Violet Hill, then the name changed in 1825 to Edenmore House. There were many interesting owners over the years. The house was bought by the Dublin/Drogheda Railway Company when building the railway, where in May 1844 the gala opening of the railway was celebrated with guests which included Daniel O’Connell. The original house has been incorporated into the present St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Site Location & Zoning Map:
Zoning map: The subject building is located in Z15: To provide for institutional and community uses.
Once a detached house, the building known formerly as ‘Edenmore’, is now part of St. Joseph’s Hospital, and is extended to the east by a two-storey multi-bay flat-roofed building containing ward accommodation and to the rear by various flat-roofed structures, including a recent extension comprising a new kitchen and ancillary services.
Planning history:
0709/98 The construction of a flat roofed two storey extension for use as ward space, medical consulting rooms and associated uses. 0617/99 To mount antennae for mobile telephony and support pole on the roof with ancillary equipment and container as part of a digital mobile telecommunications network etc. 5764/03 New window at first floor level and a new lift shaft, lobby and lift 3608/04 Permission sought for temporary Local Day Care Centre with 10 no. car parking spaces at St. Joseph's Hospital, Raheny, Dublin 5 for the Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Unit 16C Coolock Development Centre, Coolock, Dublin 1 1765/05 Installation of prefabricated building to side of existing rehab therapy 4807/05 The erection of a new 72sqm single storey flat roof boiler house 3819/06 RETENTION – 188sqm modular prefabricated single storey flat roof building
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5896/07 New 100 bed community nursing unit; also new 2 storey convent building 5896/07Sub01 Conditions 1 to 17 2377/08 Permission for bus shelter and advertising panels 2869/09 New single storey hospital kitchen (approx. 510sqm) along with refurbishment 2869/09Sub01 Condition no. 5,7,8 (cond 5 and 8 in comp)
Summary Description:
Receiving Environment The grounds of St. Joseph’s Hospital are bounded to the north by Springdale Road, to the east by Lough Derg Road, to the south by the Santry River and to the west by Harmonstown Road.
The principal range of the original building is extended to the east by a two-storey multi-bay flat roofed building containing hospital ward accommodation, and to the rear by various flat roofed structures, including a recent extension comprising a new kitchen and ancillary services.
To the west of the building is a detached two-storey flat-roofed multi-bay brick building accommodating new hospital accommodation for the HSE. A number of flat roofed pre-fabricated buildings are located at the east end of the earliest extension accommodating the hospital’ Alzheimer’s Unit. A single-storey gate lodge is located adjacent to the main entrance gates and railings and is undergoing refurbishment works. A new two-storey school building is located to the south of the gate lodge and a new two-storey convent building has been constructed to the west of the school building. A small number of specimen trees survive about the site. A flight of shallow modern concrete steps is set into the sloping lawn to the south of the principal elevation of the original house.
Boundary treatment: Part of the early coursed stone rubble wall with some brick infilling survives along part of Springdale Road, including the fine curved entrance plinth walls and decorative railings and ashlar gate piers. A number of modern entrance gateways and sweeps have been formed within the boundary wall. Remnants of the garden wall also survive to the north and west of the original building.
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Exterior: Principal elevation – south Two-storey eleven-bay building with two-storey three-bay canted elements at each end, extended to the east by a two- storey flat-roofed 20th century hospital ward building.
Roof: Pitched roof, hipped at the canted bays. Natural slate roof coverings with clay ridge tiles, modified brick chimneys and a 20th century rendered enclosure to the lift overrun in the centre of the range. Smooth render, moulded cornice and plain painted coping to parapet wall, which may have been raised. Cast iron rainwater goods including hopper heads survive in several places on elevations.
Walls: Rough-cast render walls with smooth render plinth and parapet as noted above.
Windows: Flat-headed window openings throughout with patent reveals and painted cills, with round-headed window opening above main entrance portico and Venetian window arrangement to the staircase on the rear elevation. Modern aluminium top hung 2-pane and 3-pane windows to all windows except for three decorative coloured glass inner windows in the canted bay in the ground floor oratory.
Doors: Advanced entrance portico with paired columns either side of the entrance doors with doric capitals and stone cross. Glazed timber doors to main entrance date from period when the house was converted into a convent. 20thc double doors with glazed upper panels.
Notwithstanding the significant alterations and additions to the original house since its construction, and loss of historic joinery and windows, the principal form of Edenmore is still a dominant and legible historic volume within the present hospital complex, and represents an important survival within the context of Raheny and its environs.
Interior: The present plan form within the original house comprises a central circulation corridor along the length of the house, with the main staircase positioned opposite the entrance hall, located midway along the middle range. The larger reception rooms are located to the front of the building and smaller rooms to the rear of the building. This arrangement is repeated on the first floor, and the corridor on the top attic floor has rooms to the rear only. A pair of additional staircases at either end of the circulation corridor address the change in level between the rear and front rooms.
The interior fabric has been significantly altered over time, and much of the existing detailing survives from the alterations carried out in the 1960s. However, the main central staircase retains its mid-18thc scrolled wrought iron balustrade, although the newel posts and handrail have been replaced, with a late 19th century newel post positioned at the base of the stairs. The stair surfaces are covered with modern linoleum flooring and aluminium nosings.
Plain painted walls with largely plain ceilings throughout, and simple painted architraves and flush doors throughout. The detailing to the 20th century glazed screen and double doors to the main entrance lobby is repeated in other lobby doors within the building. The chapel located in one of the canted ends of the original building has a well-maintained parquet floor, a robustly detailed cornice and coloured glass leaded insets to the 2-over-2 timber sash windows, but no obvious 18th or 19th century detailing survives. All other windows have been replaced with 20th century aluminium windows with top hung opening lights. No early decorative timber linings survive to the window openings. A small area of lath and plaster ceiling fabric was noted on the attic floor, but most of the ceilings have been replaced or concealed by modern suspended ceilings. Floors and stairs are covered with modern 20th c sheet coverings, with a 20thc mosaic floor finish in the entrance hall.
Gate Lodge
Exterior: Late 19thc L-shaped building with gable-ended projecting end bay. Pitched roof with natural slate coverings with band of fish-scale slates in the centre of the roof face, rendered central chimney and 20thc profiled metal gutters. 20thc painted timber barge end and fascia. Flat roof to rear extension. Roughcast rendered walls and painted render plinth above painted rubble base. 20thc screen wall to porch area with unglazed circular opening adjacent to entrance. Window openings have pointed segmental heads and recessed rendered reveals with segmental (un-pointed) head and painted steel windows. Painted stone cill is flush with the wall finish. 20thc interventions to facilitate universal access via concrete ramps to the front and rear of the building have been added. All window openings have been fitted with protective wire grilles throughout.
Interior:
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The building plan form has been modified previously for physiotherapy use, and is undergoing further modifications to incorporate new electrical and other services, and inlcudes a large room to the rear of the building. The building incorporates timber linings to the windows and simple timber linings to door openings.
Historical Background: The subject building was constructed in the first half of the 18th century (architect unknown) and was originally called Violet Hill and owned by Mr. Edward Noy of Newbrook (later known as ‘The Donagheies’). It is indicated on Taylor and Skinner’s map of the Roads of Ireland in 1777. The house is identified as ‘Edenmore’ on the 1st edition O.S. map.
The first recorded occupant of the house was Sir Ulick Blake of Menlough, Co. Galway, between 1748 and 1766. Sir Ulick had succeeded his father as the eighth Baronet. Sir Ulick died in 1766, and it is unlikely that his only child who had already married Robert Forster of Ashfield, Co. Galway, would have taken up residence of Violet Hill after her father’s death. It is presumed that Mr. Robert Fish of Castle Fish in County Kildare was the next owner, as he demised the dwelling house, outhouses and garden in 1776 to Mr. George Esdall, ‘gentleman’ of the City of Dublin. George Esdall’s heir, William Esdall, (silversmith) demised the property to Samuel Dick in 1787 ‘together with a small piece of ground at the end of Arthur McArdell’s House’.
Mr. Samuel Dick, who was born c1734 and settled in Dublin c1760 was a successful linen merchant and was responsible for building the Crescent Cottages in the village for his workers and the Charity School adjacent to the graveyard. In c1820 - 1825 the house became the home of John Maconchy who remamed it ‘Edenmore’ after his family estates in Co. Longford. The house and adjoining lands were purchased in 1842 by the Dublin/Drogheda Railway Company while the railway was under construction, and the gala opening of the railway was attended by Daniel O’Connell in 1844, when George Hoyte was in residence as tenant of Ednmore. When Mr. Hoyte died in 1851, the railway company decided to dispose of the property and retained only the slopes of the line and the station buildings. Edenmore was purchased by Mr. Patrick Moore who had prospered as a railway contractor with his two brothers. Unfortunately, the house was sold on to John Maunsell in 1866 after Patrick Moore was declared bankrupt.
It is noted by local historians that whilst under the ownership of a wealthy solicitor, John Maunsell in the latter part of the 19thc, Edenmore’s gardens were well cared for by his gardener, John Corcoran, and ‘resplendent with flowers’. After John Maunsell’s death in 1899, the Maunsell family left Edenmore. The house continued as a private residence with a number of different owners including Mr. Gerald Seymore Guinness, Mr. Maurice McNally and Dr. McArville, until it was acquired in the 1950s by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery.
The religious order of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery were invited by Archbishop John Charles McQuaid in 1956 to open a private nursing home on the expanding north side of the city of Dublin. The Congregation purchased ‘Edenmore’ and carried out significant modifications to the building at that time. The nursing home became a hospital in the 1960s and the former Edenmore House was extended in 1964 by Jones & Kelly Architects. The Sisters resided on the ‘third’ attic floor of the hospital until 1970, and moved into another building in the grounds which was converted for their use. This residence building was subsequently demolished and a new Convent Residence has been constructed within the grounds close to the national school.
St. Joseph’s Hospital was sold in 1997 and is now under the management of Beaumont Hospital Board since the 6th of August 2004.
References: Raheny Business Association Information Plaque Articles by Monsignor W.J.Fitzpatrick V.G. P.P. taken from ‘The Acorn’ (Raheny Newsletter) ‘Raheny Footprints’ by Raheny Historical Society, 2009 Topographical Dictionary of Ireland, Samuel Lewis, 1837 Through Countless Agres: The Story of the Church and Parish of All Saints Church by Arthur Garrett, Centenary Year 1989 Irish Architectural Archive Archinfo, UCD www.raheny.com
Assessment of Special Interest under the Planning and Development Act 2000.
1. Architectural: The former Edenmore House was an important building in the early development of Raheny. Notwithstanding the alterations and additions that have been carried out to the building and grounds, particularly in the 20th century, which have had a significant impact on the subject building and resulted in the
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loss of much of the earliest architectural details and decoration that would be expected in a house such as this (joinery, windows, decorative plaster), the building retains its overall form and volume in its walls and roof, and is still a dominant and legible structure within the present hospital complex. The building also retains much of its early 18th century staircase, its gate lodge, entrance gates, piers and railings and some of its boundary walls. 2. Historical: Owned by many important personages who played a role in the development of Raheny from the 18th century onwards, including Samuel Dick and the Dublin/Drogheda Railway Company, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Chambery also played an important role in the community during the 20th century when the house was converted into a nursing home and subsequently into St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Significance/NIAH Rating: Using the NIAH system of rating, this structure is considered to be of regional significance. These are structures or sites that make a significant contribution to the architectural heritage within their region or area. National Inventory of Architectural Heritage: The National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (NIAH) has not been carried out for the Dublin City Council area; however, its categories of special interest (architectural, historical, archaeological, artistic, cultural, scientific, technical & social) and its rating system has been used to assess the building. The NIAH identifies five categories of rating in seeking to rank buildings. The NIAH rating values are International, National, Regional, Local and Record Only (I, N, R, L, O). Structures which are considered of International, National, and Regional significance are deemed worthy of inclusion on the RPS. The National Inventory of Architectural Heritage in its 2006 handbook clarifies the meaning of its designation as follows: INTERNATIONAL I: Structures or sites of sufficient architectural heritage importance to be considered in an international context. Examples include St Fin Barre's Cathedral, Cork. These are exceptional structures that can be compared to and contrasted with the finest architectural heritage in other countries. NATIONAL N: Structures or sites that make a significant contribution to the architectural heritage of Ireland. These are structures and sites that are considered to be of great architectural heritage significance in an Irish context. Examples include Ardnacrusha Power Station, Co. Clare; the Ford Factory, Cork; Carroll's Factory, Dundalk; Lismore Castle, Co. Waterford; Sligo Courthouse, Sligo; and Emo Court, Co. Laois. REGIONAL R: Structures or sites that make a significant contribution to the architectural heritage within their region or area. They also stand in comparison with similar structures or sites in other regions or areas within Ireland. Examples would include many Georgian terraces; Nenagh Courthouse, Co. Tipperary; or the Bailey Lighthouse, Howth. Increasingly, structures that need to be protected include structures or sites that make a significant contribution to the architectural heritage within their own locality. Examples of these would include modest terraces and timber shopfronts. LOCAL L: These are structures or sites of some vintage that make a contribution to the architectural heritage but may not merit being placed in the RPS separately. Such structures may have lost much of their original fabric. RECORD ONLY O: These are structures or sites that are not deemed to have sufficient presence or inherent architectural or other importance at the time of recording to warrant a higher rating. It is acknowledged, however, that they might be considered further at a future time.
Recommendation:
The former Edenmore House, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Springdale Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 is considered to be of Architectural and Historical significance within the meaning of Part IV of the Planning and Development Act, 2000. It is therefore recommended for inclusion in the Record of Protected Structures. The addition should include the original house, original entrance and gate lodge.
______Patricia Hyde, Senior Planner.
Extent of Protected Structure Status
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The historic elements of the former Edenmore House, St. Joseph’s Hospital, are indicated in blue (original house, stone gate piers, cast iron entrance gates and railings; remains of boundary and garden wall; gate lodge). The historic curtilage is indicated in red.
The proposed protected structure curtilage of the former Edenmore House, St. Joseph’s Hospital is outline in red below. The proposed protected elements of the former Edenmore House,St Joseph’s Hospital are the original house, original entrance and original gate lodge.
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Location of St. Joseph’s Hospital, formerly Edenmore House. Note: this aerial photo does not indicate all of the new buildings and extensions on the site.
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Historic Maps:
Extract from O.S. 1st edition 1837 The 1837 map indicates a house with advanced bays at each end of the principal elevation, the larger bay located at the west end. Smaller rear projections at the west end and in the centre of the range. To the rear of the principal house is a long narrow building which runs parallel with the main house. A number of smaller outbuildings are located closer to the boundary wall, and a planted area and walled garden are indicated to the west of the house above the santry River. A stand of trees is also indicated to the east of the house. There is no building indicated in the location of the present gate lodge. A widened area of water is indicated in the southwest of the garden.
Extract from O.S. revision 1907 The footprint of the main house indicates two symmetrical canted bays at each end of the principal elevation, and a widening of the range to the rear at the east end of the house. The small rear projections at the west end and centre of the range are similar to those indicated on the 1837 map. The building to the rear of the principal house is now curved, and the arrangement of the other smaller buildings close to the boundary wall are similar to those indicated on the 1837 map. A small L- shaped ‘Lodge’ is indicated in the location of the present gate lodge. A small building is indicated directly adjacent to the boundary wall midway between the lodge at the east end and the outbuildings to the north and rear of Edenmore House and is identified as a ‘Lodge’ on the 1937 O.S., but this building no longer exists, although brick gate piers to a former entrance survive.A number of other structures are indicated at each end of the walled garden, likely to be glass houses or other garden-related buildings. A stand of trees is indicated to the east and west of the house and along the eastern boundary and the Santry River at the bottom of the garden. A widened area of water is indicated in the southwest of the garden.
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P1 Principal (south) elevation of original house P2 South elevation including two-storey hospital extension
P3 West elevation, including kitchen extension to the P4 West elevation rear and new detached hospital building on right hand side
P5 Part of rear (north) elevation and buildings to the P6 View of rear (north) elevation of original house, and rear of the original house modern 20th c additions to the rear
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P7 View of south elevation and new convent building P8 View of new hospital building to the southwest
P9 Front entrance portico and glazed souble doors on P10 Cast iron hopper and downpipe, replacement south elevation windows and coloured glass window to chapel in canted bay
P11 Decorative cast iron hopper head on front P12 Shallow concrete steps set into sloping lawn elevation
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P13 Rear splayed entrance set into boundary wall on P14 Rear splayed entrance set into coursed rubble Springdale Road stone boundary wall on Springdale Road
P15 Block infill and brick piers to boundary wall on P16 Coursed rubble stone boundary wall on Springdale Springdale Road Road
P17 Remains of coursed rubble stone garden wall to P18 Part of rear elevation adjacent to remains of rear of original house coursed rubble stone garden wall
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P19 Part of rear elevation of original house with rear P20 Metal fire escape door to rear of original house extensions in the foreground
P21 Remains of rubble stone wall reconstructed to P22 Remnants of rubble stone wall adjacent to new form new entrance to new hospital building kitchen extension to rear of original building
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P23 Gate pier and cast iron gate and railings P24 Gate pier and cast iron gate and railings
P25 Front entrance gate piers, gates and railings P26 Curved ashlar wall at entrance on Springdale Road
P27 Rubble stone boundary wall on Springdale Road P28 Former entrance in boundary wall on Springdale Road
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P29 Pedestrian gate on Springdale Road P30, 31, 32 details of cast iron entrance gates
P33a Gate lodge on Springdale Road under P33b Principal gable ended elevation of gate lodge refurbishment
P33c Rear view of gate lodge P33d Rear view of gate lodge
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P35 Screen wall to entrance porch P36 Window on side elevation
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OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF TRAFFIC
OIFIG AN BHAINISTEOIR TRÁCHTA
The following items for the North Central Area were considered by the Traffic Advisory Group at its meeting held on 25th April 2013.
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QUESTIONS TO AREA MANAGER NORTH CENTRAL AREA 20th MAY 2013
Q.1 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to respond to the following query (details supplied).”
Q.2 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to provide the following information (details supplied).”
Q.3 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to have the gas boiler serviced at (details supplied).”
Q.4 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to have this matter attended to (details supplied).”
Q.5 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for the following works to be done in (details supplied).”
Q.6 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Can graffiti be cleaned from the laneway between Ardbeg and Chanel Road.”
Q.7 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Can the very dangerous trips caused by subsidence on the footpaths on Montrose Grove be ground down for safety reasons.”
Q.8 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“I am unsatisfied with the answer given by Eoin Ward to my request to have trees that have overhanging branches cut on Montrose Grove. These branches cause a hazard to high vehicles. Can the Manager have another look at this?
Q.9 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Can the horse and three ponies in Belcamp Park be removed as they could cause a safety problem for people using the park.”
Q.10 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the Area Manager to carry out the following (details supplied).”
Q.11 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manage to arrange to have the gas boiler at (details supplied) serviced as soon as possible.”
Q.12 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
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“To ask the manager to arrange for the following works to be carried out on (details supplied).”
Q.13 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for dishing of the pathway on the pathway opposite or as close as possible to (details supplied).”
Q.14 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to attend to this matter (details supplied).”
Q.15 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager to provide the following at (details supplied).”
Q.16 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for the tree outside number (details supplied) to be pruned as soon as possible.”
Q.17 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the Area Manager If he will arrange for the following works to be carried out in Donaghmede Estate
(A) To arrange to have the gully outside house no 11 Carndonagh Road checked as this gully cannot accept the amount of rain when we experience heavy periods of rain
(B) To get the Double Yellow Lines extended on Newbrook Road on the shopping centre side to cover the corner opposite the credit union
(C) To repair the foothpath at the exit of the car-park on Newbrook Road
(D) To have the Fire Hydrant on Newbrook Road just before the junction of Donaghmede Road tested and checked
E) To give the dates when the grass verges in the Estate were cut and further schedule of dates for this work to be carried out.”
Q.18 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to have the plumbing problems at this address dealt with (details supplied).”
Q.19 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Q.20 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Q.21 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Q.22 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
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“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Q.23 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager give an update on the application submitted by Dublin City Council for the disposal of spoil generated by the tunnelling of the Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Works Long Sea Outfall Tunnel?
Q.24 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Would the Area Manager investigate why the water pressure in Ardmore/Montrose has not been restored to normal. Residents on the higher ground have difficulty with their showers and in filling the water storage tank in the attic.”
Q.25 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Would the Area Manager let me know why money provided in the 2012 Estimates at my request €160,000 for security doors on all blocks in Cromcastle Court, has not as yet, 7 months later been used for the purpose it was provided. When can we expect this work to be carried out.”
Q.26 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Q.27 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Q.28 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Q.29 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please refer to request a disabled persons walk-in shower from a senior citizen tenant at location as per (details supplied) and say
(1) how this application is progressing (2) if not progressing if he can consider this question as an application and have an inspector call out to my constituent at details attached and outline the process for same to her.”
Q.30 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please refer to my question 94 at City Council meeting of 5 December 2011 and say if examination by TAG was ever completed and if same can now be reported on.”
Q.31 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manger please examine matter under my question number 80 of Area Meeting 21 November 2011 and say if matter was further examined by TAG and if recommendation can be outlined.”
Q.32 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please examine records of application ‘to extinguish the right of way” at laneway at location as per (details supplied) and up-date me on the process, if completed and dates for same etc.”
Q.33 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
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“Can the Manger please refer to my question number 58 of Area Meeting of 19 December 2011 in relation to extension of DYLs at location as per (details supplied) and now report on recommendation from TAG if already dealt with and if not already dealt with, say when same will be examined.”
Q.34 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“To ask the Manager to refer to the on-going planning re measures to prevent Wad River flooding at Clanmoyle Road, Donnycarney, and to confirm that the flooding problem at location as per (details supplied) are part of this project and if he will make a statement on the matter and outline plans to solve the problem at location as per details attached.”
Q.35 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please refer to laneway at location (a) as per (details supplied), access to which is constantly being blocked by business at (b) (details supplied) and say if he will examine the matter and bring forward a solution to appease residents frustration and allow them access to the rear of their homes via this laneway.”
Q.36 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please refer to senior citizen dwelling at location as per (details supplied) and say if he will arrange to have the 3 windows in this dwelling repaired/replaced as per previous commitments and say why such a delay was allowed occur in this instance resulting in the tenant being left to freeze during a bitterly cold winter.”
Q.37 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manger please refer to very large footpath at location as per (details supplied) where cars are parked 3 deep on a continuing basis, blocking access to the house at details attached and say if what measures he can taken to prevent this practice taking place which is blocking access for disabled senior citizen.”
Q.38 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“To ask the manager to refer to application for disabled persons grant from a person as per (details supplied) who is wheelchair bound and say if he can arrange to expedite the awarding of the grant in this most unfortunate of instances whereby the applicant is out of her home for over 3 years now and say
(a) why the amount now being mentioned is €10,000 when the quote submitted was in the €50,000 plus bracket (b) how this case has been so protracted (c) if he is fully are of the unfortunate circumstances pertaining in this case and if no, if the manager can make himself aware of same (d) if he will give special attention to this I believe most deserving case.”
Q.39 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to have the drainage problem at (details supplied) dealt with.”
Q.40 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manage to arrange for the Parks Department to plant a second flower bed on (details supplied).”
Q.41 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.42 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.43 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
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“To ask the manager to arrange for the pathway outside number (details supplied 1) and the pathway outside (details supplied 2 ) to be repaired.”
Q.44 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to give the following information (details supplied).”
Q.45 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following email (details supplied).”
Q.46 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.47 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.48 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.49 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to investigate the following issue [details supplied].”
Q.50 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to arrange for the following repairs to be done [details supplied].”
Q.51 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager for the following work to be done [details supplied].”
Q.52 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager the following question [details supplied].”
Q.53 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to address the following matter [details supplied].”
Q.54 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to address the following issues [details supplied].”
Q.55 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to address the following issues on [details supplied].”
Q.56 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager the following question [details supplied].”
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Q.57 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager the following question [details supplied].”
Q.58 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to respond to the following query [details supplied].”
Q.59 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for a meeting between the Parks Department and (details supplied) as a matter of urgency.”
Q.60 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for (details supplied).”
Q.61 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Signage Department place a new sign for (details supplied).”
Q.62 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Parks Department stake a tree near the entrance to (details supplied).”
Q.63 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Road Maintenance Department extend the double yellow lines at (details supplied) to assist residents in the area.”
Q.64 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request the Cleansing Department clean the area around (details supplied).”
Q.65 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request the Traffic Department repair the push button on the pedestrian traffic lights (details supplied).”
Q.66 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Road Maintenance Department repair (details supplied).”
Q.67 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Roads Maintenance / Signage Department place a (details supplied).”
Q.68 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Signage Department place signs for ramps at (details supplied).”
Q.69 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
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“To ask the Manager to request that the owners of (details supplied 1) place signs for clamping at (details supplied 2).”
Q.70 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Parks Department trim the hedge and remove debris / litter from (details supplied).”
Q.71 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Parks Department remove the tree guard around the tree at (details supplied).”
Q.72 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to respond to this matter (details supplied).”
Q.73 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to make arrangements for (details supplied).”
Q.74 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager to provide (details supplied).”
Q.75 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Q.76 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Q.77 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager to investigation the following please (details supplied).”
Q.78 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Q.79 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Q.80 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Q.81 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
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Q.82 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager and Housing Department to urgently assist these people (details supplied).”
Q.83 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager to advise on the matter (details supplied)
Q.84 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager if he will outline in full the [details supplied].”
Q.85 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager for a progress report on [details supplied].”
Q.86 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager for a progress report [details supplied].”
Q.87 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager if enforcement has been carried out regarding [details supplied].”
Q.88 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager the current statistics for [details supplied].”
Q.89 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager the number of [details supplied].”
Q.90 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager the number of [details supplied].”
Q.91 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager trim the trees facing the Swords Road in Magenta Hall?”
Q.92 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager help clean the drains for (details supplied)?”
Q.93 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager unblock the gullies at the entrance to 36B Coolgariff Road. They are frequently blocked and cause local flooding in heavy rain.”
Q.94 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager check the water pressure for (details supplied). He and his neighbours have very low water pressure since the recent shortage.”
Q.95 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
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“Will the manager spray the cul-de-sac at 99/98 High Park for weeds. There is a verge at the end of the cul-de- sac which is very overgrown with weeds that needs attention.”
Q.96 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager check the water pressure at (details supplied).”
Q.97 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager paint the bollards facing 684 Collins Avenue?”
Q.98 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager check the water quality in (details supplied). The resident says that there is a white powder in the water.”
Q.99 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.100 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.101 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.102 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Q.103 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon
“Can the Manager have (details supplied) cleaned. Construction took place on the Avenue and a lot of dirt still remains.”
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4609. Motion in the name of Councillor Anthony Connaghan
That the Manager once again looks at the provision of pedestrian traffic lights at the junction of Magenta Crescent and Swords Road. This junction has proved very difficult for people trying to drive in and out of the estate as well as people trying to cross the road at this point.
Report:
The request for a pedestrian crossing at the junction of Swords Road/Magenta Crescent has been referred to the Traffic Advisory Group for examination and report. The Councillor will be informed of the recommendation in due course.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer, Traffic Advisory Group - 2222257
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4610. Motion in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
That the Manager please refer to my question 78 at area meeting of 21 November 2011 and say if recommendation from TAG ever came through and if matter can now be clarified in relation to ramp request.
Report:
The Traffic Advisory Group at its meeting of 23rd February, 2012, did not recommend speed ramps on Coolatree Road as following a speed survey there was a low traffic volume count and the 85th percentile speed was determined at 33km/h. The criteria used to determine the need for traffic calming measures are as follows:
The road should have a straight run of approximately 200 metres. The 85th percentile speed (speed exceeded by 15% of vehicles) should exceed 50km/h. Traffic volumes should exceed 60 vehicles per hour. There should be genuine road safety concerns based on accident statistics or observed road safety patterns or a written report from an Inspector in the Garda Traffic Division, Dublin Castle, relating to an issue of safety.
The Traffic Advisory Group also advised at the time that the junctions of Coolatree Road and Beaumont Road would be examined to determine if road markings could be improved at this location. The Councillor was informed of the above by e-mail dated 27th March, 2012. A further report regarding road markings at this junction is being submitted to the Traffic Advisory Group meeting of 23rd May, 2013.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer, Traffic Advisory Group - 2222528.
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4611. Motion in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
That all votes taken at the committee be recorded in writing.
Report:
This will be discussed at the Area Committee Meeting.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Dave Dinnigan, Area Manager – 2228870.
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4612. Motion in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
That this committee agrees that a permanent public memorial be erected in the environs of the former Artane Industrial school to commemorate victims of child neglect and abuse, and all who died within that institution.
Report:
A Commemorative Naming Committee was recently established and a policy document for Commemorative Naming of Infrastructure and the Provision of Monuments, Memorials and Plaques. (see link) http://www.dublincity.ie/RecreationandCulture/Documents/Final Naming Policy Doc.doc which includes the criteria, was adopted by the City Council in December 2012.
This will be discussed at the Area Committee Meeting.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Paula Ebbs, Senior Staff Officer – 2227855. Dave Dinnigan, Area Manager – 2228870.
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4613. Motion in the name of Councillor Seamas McGrattan
This Area Committee calls for the grass cutting to be increased, on the playing pitches in Ellenfield, to twice a week during the summer months.
Report:
At present grass cutting is generally done once a week on all pitches in all parks and with current resourses available it would not be possible to Increase the frequency of cutting.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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4614. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager install street signs for Shantalla Road at the small roundabout near 125 Shantalla Road and a sign adjacent to 96 Shantalla Road. Due to the shape of the road, a lot of people don't realise that it goes around the corner and people find it difficult to find the houses from 139 upwards on the odd side. There is a particular problem for the residents on the even side, which seems to stop at 96 Shantalla Road - adjacent to Ellenfield Park - but starts again at 128 - backing on to the M1 motorway.
Report:
Road Maintenance Services has inspected this location.
An additional nameplate will be installed at 98a Shantalla Road with arrow pointing to the left so as not to confuse people regarding the beginning of Ellenfield Road. A nameplate will also be installed in the vicinity of 121-127 Shantalla Road.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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4615. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager fence off the entrance to the Lawrence Lands adjacent to 65 Lorcan Park. This entrance is being used by people to dump on the lands and it is allowing antisocial behaviour at the weekends as young people drink in the park. This is unfair on the residents living in Lorcan Park and Lorcan Crescent that are living beside this land.
Report:
The proposal to fence off the entrance to the Lawrence Lands at 65 Lorcan Park will be examined in the context of finances available for the carrying out of these works and similar such works that may be required at other locations on this site.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Ollie Brady, Administrative Officer – 2223055.
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4616. Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
That the manager allows young children to cycle their bikes in Albert College Park. This was the normal practice until about two years ago when it was no longer allowed.
Report:
There has been no policy change regarding young children cycling in Albert College Park in the last two years, children are still allowed to cycle in Albert College as per Parks byelaws.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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4617. Motion in the name of Councillor John Redmond
That the Manager ensure that a comprehensive effort is made to curtail parking at the entrance to Shanliss Park, which is obstructing entry and exit and obscuring motorists view onto Shanliss Road; that the Council examine the options available to them to curb this activity, and that he ensure that local residents are consulted before a decision is reached.
Report:
This request will be referred to the Traffic Advisory Group for consideration and the Councillor will be advised of the recommendation in due course.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Alan O’Mara, Executive Technician – 2222505.
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4618. Motion in the name of Councillor Steve Wrenn
That in view of the high usage of the amenities offered by Albert College Park, and the consequent parking problems in the vicinity of the park, consideration be given to extending the carpark at the top of Hampstead Avenue and that the Manager provide a report on this matter.
Report:
Parks and Landscape Services will investigate the parking situation as mentioned above however no funding to extend car park at Albert College Park has been included in the 2013 Budget and up until now no plans have been formulated to extend the car park.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.1 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to respond to the following query (details supplied).”
Reply:
A report will be given to Councillor O’Toole.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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Q.2 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to provide the following information (details supplied).”
Reply:
The ‘Proposed Development’ is usually defined in the Section 183 notice. Usually that relates to the development proposed to be developed on foot of the planning application to be made by the purchaser. If the conditions of the notice state that “The purchaser shall undertake not to use the site for any other purposes other than that of carrying out the proposed development” that condition is included as a contractual term in the contract for sale issued by the Council and, accordingly, the purchaser will be contractually bound to comply with this condition.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Mairead Cashman, Senior Solicitor, Commercial and Property Section, Law Department – 2223256.
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Q.3 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to have the gas boiler serviced at (details supplied).”
Reply:
Dublin City Council has commenced a new schedule of boiler servicing with effect from 01/03/2013.
The servicing of gas central heating boilers is scheduled on a month by month basis until such time as the new tender is awarded. Services will be carried out complex by complex where possible. Two call- outs were made to this dwelling to check the boiler, one in 2010 and the last in January 2012. This dwelling has been listed for inclusion in our servicing programme for next month.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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Q.4 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to have this matter attended to (details supplied).”
Reply:
Road Maintenance Services has inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled in the coming 10-12 weeks.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer - 2222297
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Q.5 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for the following works to be done in (details supplied).”
Reply:
1 & 2 The Environmental Liaison Officer requested An Post and ntl to remove the graffiti from these locations however, they never carried out the work. Mr. Richard Cleary has again requested An Post and the utility company to remove the graffiti at these locations.
Road Maintenance Services has inspected these locations. A footpath repair has been scheduled on (details supplied a) Road near the church in the coming 12-14 weeks. A pothole repair has been scheduled on (details supplied) Avenue at the end of (details supplied b) in the coming 2-4 weeks.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Richard Cleary, Environmental Liaison Officer – 2228866. Shane Satell, Executive Engineer - 2222297
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.6 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Can graffiti be cleaned from the laneway between Ardbeg and Chanel Road.”
Reply:
The graffiti at this location is on private property and not the responsibility of Dublin City Council.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Richard Cleary, Environmental Liaison Officer – 2228866.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.7 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Can the very dangerous trips caused by subsidence on the footpaths on Montrose Grove be ground down for safety reasons.”
Reply:
Road Maintenance Services has inspected this location. A number of repairs has been scheduled in the coming 10-12 weeks at this location.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer - 2222297
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.8 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“I am unsatisfied with the answer given by Eoin Ward to my request to have trees that have overhanging branches cut on Montrose Grove. These branches cause a hazard to high vehicles. Can the Manager have another look at this?
Reply:
The trees on this road are not mature enough to be a problem to trucks at present and thus pruning is not currently scheduled.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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Q.9 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Can the horse and three ponies in Belcamp Park be removed as they could cause a safety problem for people using the park.”
Reply:
Following a number of un-successful seizure attempts the three ponies referred to were removed from the Belcamp park on 28th April by Dublin City Council’s Horse Seizure Service.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Niall Mooney, Staff Officer - 2223368
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Q.10 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the Area Manager to carry out the following (details supplied).”
Reply:
1 Pruning is imminent on (details supplied) Drive.
2 No pruning scheduled here at present but will be considered for next seasons programme subject to resourses Road maintenance Services has inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled in the coming 10 weeks.
3 Regarding the tree concerned, some regrowth and low branches will be removed. Road maintenance Services has inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled in the coming 10 weeks.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401 Shane Satell, Executive Engineer – 2222297.
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Q.11 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manage to arrange to have the gas boiler at (details supplied) serviced as soon as possible.”
Reply:
Dublin City Council has commenced a new schedule of boiler servicing with effect from 01/03/2013.
The servicing of gas central heating boilers is scheduled on a month by month basis until such time as the new tender is awarded. Services will be carried out complex by complex where possible. This dwelling will be included in the new round of servicing, however no date for commencement of the service can be given at this stage.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.12 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for the following works to be carried out on (details supplied).”
Reply:
Two trees will be planted in the locations listed above and the stump outside 46/48 (details supplied) is scheduled for grinding out and should be done within the month.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.13 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for dishing of the pathway on the pathway opposite or as close as possible to (details supplied).”
Reply:
Road Maintenance Services can not install a dishing at this location as it is not possible to construct a standard pedestrian dishing on the opposite footpath due to the presence of trees and vehicular entrances.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer - 2222297
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.14 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to attend to this matter (details supplied).”
Reply:
We imposed pressure reductions and water restrictions throughout the entire city in late March 2013. These measures were needed to help replenish our regional strategic storage reservoirs which were at an extremely low and unsustainable level as a result of disruption to water production at our Roundwood Water Treatment Plant. Since Friday 5th April, we have eased our restrictions and now have the more relaxed regime of pressure reductions in place throughout the city. As houses are required to have 24 hours storage, the affect on most properties should be minimal. However, we are aware that some areas including (details supplied) may be more badly affected than others.
In order to further investigate the pressures in the (details supplied) areas we will arrange for pressure loggers to be fitted on local hydrants. As part of our investigations we will carry out a test of an alternative feed to the area. The pressure loggers will record the pressures on the water main every fifteen minutes, 24 hours a day. We will leave the logger in situ over a two week period in order to get good information on pressures both on and off peak and with the test alternative feed. I will write to you once I receive the logger results.
If you have customers who have been experiencing pressure problems since before March 2013 or for a couple of years, please send us their contact details and we will arrange for an inspector to visit.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Laura Walsh, Executive Engineer - 2224314
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.15 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager to provide the following at (details supplied).”
Reply:
1. The Traffic Officer has advised that there are two cul de sac signs at the (details supplied) Avenue junction. 2. A new light has been installed on the pole at (details supplied).
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Frank Crowley, Traffic Officer - 2222508 Karen Leeson, Executive Engineer – 2224539.
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Q.16 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for the tree outside number (details supplied) to be pruned as soon as possible.”
Reply:
This tree in question has been inspected by Parks and Landscape Services and at present is not in need of pruning, however it will be monitored into the future.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.17 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the Area Manager If he will arrange for the following works to be carried out in Donaghmede Estate
(A) To arrange to have the gully outside house no 11 Carndonagh Road checked as this gully cannot accept the amount of rain when we experience heavy periods of rain
(B) To get the Double Yellow Lines extended on Newbrook Road on the shopping centre side to cover the corner opposite the credit union
(C) To repair the foothpath at the exit of the car-park on Newbrook Road
(D) To have the Fire Hydrant on Newbrook Road just before the junction of Donaghmede Road tested and checked
E) To give the dates when the grass verges in the Estate were cut and further schedule of dates for this work to be carried out.”
Reply:
a.Our North City gully crew examined the gullies at number 11 Carndonagh Road on the 7/5/13. 1 of 1 gully was cleaned but was in need of jetting. This work was carried out on 8/5/13 and again on the 9/5/13 and is now in good working order. Our gully manager will continue to monitor this gully performance during the next heavy rain. b.The request for extension of double yellow lines will be examined by the Traffic Advisory Group. The Councillor will be advised of the recommendation in due course. c. Road Maintenance Services has inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled in the coming 10-12 weeks d.The fire hydrant was inspected and found to be in good condition. e. Grass margins should to be cut on a 2 week cycle. However recently new Grass Maintenance Contractors have been engaged and teething problems are still being ironed out. The Margins were cut 3 weeks ago and the margins should be cut again this week subject to weather conditions
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Roy O’ Donnell, Gully Manager - 2222452 Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer, Traffic Advisory Group – 2222257 Shane Satell, Executive Engineer - 2222297 Colm Cannon, Executive Engineer – 8643634.
Noel McEvoy Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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Q.18 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to have the plumbing problems at this address dealt with (details supplied).”
Reply:
The Area Maintenance Officer reports that the waste pipe from the bath has been renewed, which will resolve the problem.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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Q.19 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Reply:
Road Maintenance Services has inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled in the coming 12-14 weeks.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer - 2222297
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.20 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Reply:
The traffic count was undertaken at No. 18 (details supplied) on 27th February 2013. Time: 13:10 to 13:40hrs. The 85th percentile speed was 36km/h. This was taken approximately 60 metres from the junction. Other factors taken into consideration were traffic volume, which at 40 vehicles per hour, was below the minimum of 60 vehicles required. The length of the carriageway was marginally under the required 200m. Therefore a further count at a different location is not recommended as it would not affect the survey results to any degree.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Alan O’Mara, Executive Technician - 2222505
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.21 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Reply:
Dublin City Council initiated a survey to review the drainage requirements for Newbury Wood and as part of the survey examined some of the rear (details supplied) properties that back directly onto the boundary wall of the Newbury Wood Estate.
The Housing Department met with the Developer to discuss the flooding issue and a copy of the survey was presented to them.
The Housing Department is currently awaiting their response on the matter.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: John Ryan, Project Manager - 2225367.
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Q.22 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Reply:
The laneways to the rear of (details supplied) are not in the charge of Dublin City Council. Traffic Management has no control over the use or volume of traffic accessing the laneways.
No complaints have been received by the Planning Enforcement Section regarding the use of a building on Ormond Road as a church.
We would require a written complaint detailing the exact address. On receipt of the complaint, a Section 152 Warning Letter can be issued to the Owner/Occupier and the Planning Enforcement Officer for the area can investigate this matter.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Alan O’Mara, Executive Technician - 2222505 Fiacra Worrall, Assistant Planning Enforcement Officer - 2223316
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Q.23 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager give an update on the application submitted by Dublin City Council for the disposal of spoil generated by the tunnelling of the Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Works Long Sea Outfall Tunnel?
Reply:
Dublin City Council made an application to the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) on the 6th December 2012 for a Dumping at Sea Permit, in accordance with Section 5 of the Dumping at Sea Acts 1996 to 2010, for the disposal of the Long Sea Outfall Tunnel spoil that will arise as part of the Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Works Extension Project. The bulk of this material will be the excavated material from inside the proposed Long Sea Outfall Tunnel. A period of public consultation commenced on the 20th December 2012 and ran until the 31st January 2013.
The proposed Long Sea Outfall Tunnel will be constructed as a bored tunnel through virgin bedrock underlying Dublin Bay. The spoil from the tunnel will consist of inert materials, mostly crushed rock of varying sizes. Dublin City Council has received approval from An Bord Pleanála to dispose of the material to licensed landfill facilities in the Greater Dublin/Leinster Area. The disposal to landfill option would involve the transfer of this material by HGV and over the course of the project it is estimated that the number of truck movements involved would amount to approximately 70,000. In an effort to mitigate this, the Council is considering the disposal of the material at sea to
Avoid/minimise the impact of the HGV movements on the local and wider community; realise potential cost savings to the taxpayer on the project’s cost.
The application to the EPA proposes that all material excavated from the tunnel be deposited in the existing spoil ground East of Burford Bank. The existing spoil area was indentified following significant detailed studies and Dublin Port has been disposing of maintenance dredged material at this location under permit for many years which consists mainly of fine sands and silts. The proposal by Dublin City Council to dispose of material at this location is on the basis of the studies and practical experience of the use of this site over this period.
Dublin City Council is committed to ensuring that the environmental impacts of this proposal are fully assessed and that the public are fully consulted prior to any decision on it being made. The decision to propose the “Rockabill to Dalkey Island” cSAC was made by the Minister for Arts Heritage and the Gaeltacht as Dublin City Council were in the process of lodging the application with the EPA. In this regard Dublin City Council made note in our application that we intended to update the Screening for an Appropriate Assessment submitted with the application and would resubmit, together with a Natura Impact Statement, if required. Following review of the Screening for an Appropriate Assessment, it transpired that an Appropriate Assessment was required. This has been completed and has been submitted to the EPA. The EPA have requested Dublin City Council to withdraw the application which has now been withdrawn and will be resubmitted so that a new round of consultation can take place with all of the information available to the public and the EPA. Dublin City Council intends doing this very shortly. We will publish a further newspaper notice to advise the public when the new submission has been made and is available once again to view and comment on.
All aspects of the application will remain unchanged with the exception of the inclusion of the updated Screening Report and new Natura Impact Statement.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
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Contact: Owen McManus, Project Engineer,Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Works Extension - 2222069
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.24 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Would the Area Manager investigate why the water pressure in Ardmore/Montrose has not been restored to normal. Residents on the higher ground have difficulty with their showers and in filling the water storage tank in the attic.”
Reply:
We imposed pressure reductions and water restrictions throughout the entire city in late March 2013. These measures were needed to help replenish our regional strategic storage reservoirs which were at an extremely low and unsustainable level as a result of disruption to water production at our Roundwood Water Treatment Plant. Since Friday 5th April, we have eased our restrictions and now have the more relaxed regime of pressure reductions in place throughout the city. As houses are required to have 24 hours storage, the affect on most properties should be minimal. However, we are aware that some areas including Ardmore and Montrose may be more badly affected than others.
In order to further investigate the pressures in the Ardmore and Montrose areas we have arranged for pressure loggers to be fitted on local hydrants. As part of our investigations we will carry out a test of an alternative feed to the area. The pressure loggers will record the pressures on the water main every fifteen minutes, 24 hours a day. We will leave the logger in situ over a two week period in order to get good information on pressures both on and off peak and with the test alternative feed. I will write to you once I receive the logger results.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Laura Walsh, Executive Engineer - 2224314
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.25 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke
“Would the Area Manager let me know why money provided in the 2012 Estimates at my request €160,000 for security doors on all blocks in Cromcastle Court, has not as yet, 7 months later been used for the purpose it was provided. When can we expect this work to be carried out.”
Reply:
Housing Maintenance are currently considering the installation of the following doors at indicative prices as set out below: 8 manual entrance doors € 3,000 each = €24,000 24 doors (from stairwell to landings floors 1 to 3) @ €673.74 ea = €16,169.84 24 doors (stairwell service shaft to landings on floors 1to 3) @€673.74 ea = € 16.169.84 128 doors (access hatches in bathrooms @ €990 ea = €126,720 Since the indicative prices exceed the €160,000 budget available other methods of addressing the bathroom hatches are being investigated. In the meantime work on ordering, manufacturing and installing the exterior doors will continue in parallel. The schedule for the installation of the doors will be communicated directly to the Councillor, as soon as it is available.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.26 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Reply:
The (details supplied) are situated on private property. Full planning permission has been granted (reg ref 2975/11 pl.29N 240131) to redevelop the site of the (details supplied), and this is a matter for the Developers and is not a matter for Dublin City Council.
Planning permission was granted by Dublin City Council on the 6th January 2012 (ref no.2975/11) for the restoration of the existing seawater baths facility with supporting facilities and the provision of a single storey restaurant and café bar. This decision was upheld by An Bord Pleanala (ref no.PL29N.240131) on the 20th June 2012.
Planning permission was also granted by Dublin City Council on the 29th July 2011 (ref no.4076/10) for alterations to existing baths and site to include a flood defence wall and link with proposed (details supplied) flood defences. This decision was upheld by An Bord Pleanala (ref no.PL29N.239460) on the 20th June 2012. The permission can be implemented anytime within five years of the date of the grant of permission.
Since the decision was made on 5th. December 2011 not to proceed with the proposed (details supplied) Flood Defence Scheme, Dublin City Council’s Environment & Engineering Department has been working with the (details supplied) Residents Association and (details supplied) Business Association.
Arising from these discussions, a workshop was held on 23rd. October 2012, attended by these Groups and by DCC and facilitated by an agreed Independent Facilitator. An agreed report was produced by the Facilitator and this is now available on the website of Dublin City Council, and will shortly be available on the website of the (details supplied) Business and Residents’ Associations.
In relation to next steps, it was agreed at the Workshop that a small working group representing a multi- disciplinary team from DCC, together with the local residents and business groups, would be put in place to examine what options were available that would adequately address the coastal flood risk, while being also acceptable to the local interest groups. This was set out in the following agreed statement:
“Dublin City Council, The (details supplied) Residents Association (CRA) and (details supplied) Business Association (CBA) thank Mr. George Ryan, independent chair for completing his report on a joint workshop and intend to set up a joint working group to explore options for a (details supplied) Promenade Development and Flood Defence Project based on the recommendations of the workshop”
The first meeting of this Joint Working Group was held on 21st. February 2013 and further meetings are planned.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Tom Leahy, Executive Manager (Engineering) - 2222020 Steve Margolis, Senior Planner – 2223446.
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Q.27 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Reply:
It is envisaged that the New Allocations Scheme will come into effect after the Summer. There are some issues with I.T. changes to be finalised. When the changes are put in place, a testing phase will be initiated to ensure the new criteria are effected accurately. On the assumption that there are no major difficulties arising, the new Scheme can come into effect at the earliest date possible thereafter. On current considerations, I am of the opinion September is a realistic date for the implementation of new Scheme. The elected Members of the Council and all social housing applicants will be informed about the changes that will apply nearer the time of the changeover.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Kieran Cunningham, Senior Executive Officer - 2223517
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Q.28 Question in the name of Councillor Declan Flanagan
“Can the Manager please respond to the following (details supplied).”
Reply:
The trees referred to are a line of XCupressocyparis leylandii planted to act as protection to houses from stray golfballs from the pitch and putt course and opinions amongst residents are mixed with some wanting the trees to remain.
This will be further investigated to see if it is indeed possible for some or all to the trees to be removed.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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Q.29 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please refer to request a disabled persons walk-in shower from a senior citizen tenant at location as per (details supplied) and say
(3) how this application is progressing (4) if not progressing if he can consider this question as an application and have an inspector call out to my constituent at details attached and outline the process for same to her.”
Reply:
This case was approved on medical grounds and a full survey was carried out at the property in 2012.
Tenders were sought from several contractors for the proposed works at this property and a company was chosen to provide the shower.
These works, together with several other jobs were given to the contractors and will commence at each property in accordance with the length of time the tenant has been on the waiting list. The contractor will be in touch with this tenant in the very near future and will inform them when the works are due to start.
It is not possible to give an exact date for when the works will commence until the contractor has completed the jobs that are in hand at the moment.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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Q.30 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please refer to my question 94 at City Council meeting of 5 December 2011 and say if examination by TAG was ever completed and if same can now be reported on.”
Reply:
The request to examine the pedestrian signal pattern near the Cat and Cage pub on (details supplied 2) Upper regarding vehicles exiting right from (details supplied 1) was not received by the Traffic Advisory Group at the time due to an oversight. The request has now been referred to the Intelligent Transportation Systems section for immediate examination and report at the earliest opportunity in relation to the signal sequence.
The existing yellow box at this location has also been referred to the Traffic Advisory Group for immediate examination and report.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Traffic Advisory Group - 2222528
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Q.31 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manger please examine matter under my question number 80 of Area Meeting 21 November 2011 and say if matter was further examined by TAG and if recommendation can be outlined.”
Reply:
The Traffic Advisory Group at its meeting of 17th November, 2011, reported that the Pay and Display and Permit parking bay between houses 1 and 2 (details supplied) Lawns was replaced with double yellow lines to provide sufficient turning space for emergency/commercial vehicles into Belgrove Park. Parking restrictions are in place on the western side of the carriageway as far as the junction with (details supplied) Avenue, which allows for parking on the opposite side without interfering with traffic flow.
The Traffic Advisory Group , in order to improve access at the junction, also recommended that the existing double yellow lines on the east side of the junction be extended 5 metres northwards to Lamp standard No.1. These works were completed on 5th April, 2012.
An e-mail was sent to the Councillor on 19th January, 2012 advising of the above recommended measures.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer - 2222528.
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Q.32 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please examine records of application ‘to extinguish the right of way” at laneway at location as per (details supplied) and up-date me on the process, if completed and dates for same etc.”
Reply:
The laneway at (details supplied) was extinguished on the 5th March 2012.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Elaine Mulvenny, Assistant Area Manager – 2228846.
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Q.33 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manger please refer to my question number 58 of Area Meeting of 19 December 2011 in relation to extension of DYLs at location as per (details supplied) and now report on recommendation from TAG if already dealt with and if not already dealt with, say when same will be examined.”
Reply:
The request to examine the extension of the double yellow lines on (details supplied) was not received by the Traffic Advisory Group at the time. The matter has now been added to the TAG agenda for immediate examination and report at an early date.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer - 2222528
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Q.34 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“To ask the Manager to refer to the on-going planning re measures to prevent Wad River flooding at Clanmoyle Road, Donnycarney, and to confirm that the flooding problem at location as per (details supplied) are part of this project and if he will make a statement on the matter and outline plans to solve the problem at location as per details attached.”
Reply:
This Clanmoyle scheme will reduce the flood risk from the Wad to (details supplied) by improving the existing drainage network and storing flood waters in a large natural depression, called the quarry hole in Clontarf Golf Course. A grill is also to be placed on the inlet beside Ashbrook Apartments, in Irish Rail’s lands, this is the pipe which passes through the rear of (details supplied), this work is to be carried out in partnership with Iarnrod Eireann. The Part 8 Planning Permission for the Clanmoyle Flood Alleviation scheme was passed by Dublin City Council on 4th February 2013. Negotiations are ongoing with Clontarf Golf Club, we are finalising details with them. When these negotiations are complete and assuming agreement is reached, a General Meeting of the golf club will be required under its constitution to seek approval of its members on the final proposals. To date the club has been favourably disposed to the flooding problems experienced by their neighbours. Detailed construction drawings are being prepared on the strength of comments from local residents, Clontarf Golf Club, Irish Rail and the Office of Public Works. (OPW). Construction can not start until all statutory and legal hurdles are cleared The OPW have visited the proposed works twice recently. The foreshore licence which is progressing through the Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government, is awaiting final approval. Local Councillors are using their influence to move this process forward. The Scheme has the highest priority with Dublin City Council and public representatives. We were recently in contact with a resident from the (details supplied) complex, and are planning to call to the complex and give more information on the project to the residents.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Gerard O’Connell, Engineer-in-Charge, Projects Division - 2224302
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Q.35 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please refer to laneway at location (a) as per (details supplied), access to which is constantly being blocked by business at (b) (details supplied) and say if he will examine the matter and bring forward a solution to appease residents frustration and allow them access to the rear of their homes via this laneway.”
Reply:
The parking issue will be examined by a Traffic Engineer. The Councillor will be advised of the recommendations in due course.
Previous enforcement investigations regarding 108-110 (details supplied) have revealed that the car wash business is in operation for more than 7 years. Therefore, we are statute barred from taking enforcement action.
Legal proceedings were taken regarding a car sales business in operation in 2008. A conviction was obtained and the car sales business ceased.
Legal proceedings were also taken regarding the sale of petrol/diesel in 2010. A conviction was obtained and the sale of petrol/diesel ceased.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Alan O’Mara, Executive Technician - 2222505 Fiacra Worrall, Assistant Planning Enforcement Officer - 2223316
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Q.36 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manager please refer to senior citizen dwelling at location as per (details supplied) and say if he will arrange to have the 3 windows in this dwelling repaired/replaced as per previous commitments and say why such a delay was allowed occur in this instance resulting in the tenant being left to freeze during a bitterly cold winter.”
Reply:
The Area Maintenance Officer reports that a hoist is required to access one of these windows. Arrangements are being made to have this work completed within the next two weeks.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.37 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“Can the Manger please refer to very large footpath at location as per (details supplied) where cars are parked 3 deep on a continuing basis, blocking access to the house at details attached and say if what measures he can taken to prevent this practice taking place which is blocking access for disabled senior citizen.”
Reply:
Under The Road Traffic (Traffic & Parking ) Regulations, Section 36 paragraph(2) g; “A vehicle shall not be parked in any place, position or manner that will result in the vehicle obstructing an entrance or an exit for vehicles to or from a premises, save with the consent of the occupier of such premises;”
It is not recommended to introduce parking restrictions where restrictions are already covered under the law, as this would lead to a proliferation of same and additional expense due to maintenance etc.
This matter will be referred to the Gardaí and they will enforce where necessary.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Alan O’Mara, Executive Technician - 2222505
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Q.38 Question in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney
“To ask the manager to refer to application for disabled persons grant from a person as per (details supplied) who is wheelchair bound and say if he can arrange to expedite the awarding of the grant in this most unfortunate of instances whereby the applicant is out of her home for over 3 years now and say
(e) why the amount now being mentioned is €10,000 when the quote submitted was in the €50,000 plus bracket (f) how this case has been so protracted (g) if he is fully are of the unfortunate circumstances pertaining in this case and if no, if the manager can make himself aware of same (h) if he will give special attention to this I believe most deserving case.”
Reply:
Dublin City Council’s Home Grants Section received an application from the above applicant on 8th March 2011 and a home visit was carried out by the Building Inspector on 19th April 2011. Following this home visit it was noted that works applied for under the above grant had already commenced. In order to further process the application supporting documentation was sought. Due to the nature of the information sought from the relevant planning/insurance/building contractors some time was required by the applicant to return this documentation resulting in a protraction of this case. A further home visit took place by the Building Inspector and a City Council official on 3rd February, 2012 to clarify matters arising from non receipt of documentation to Dublin City Council.
An order to approve an amount of €10,771.34 was made on 25th October, 2012. Dublin City Council can only make provision for payment for proposed work which is directly related to the applicant’s disability and grant application. In this case financial provision has been made for Ramp/Bathroom/Porch/Kitchen/Living Room to a total value of €11,338.25 and the applicant received an award of 95% of this, €10,771.34, as per rules of the scheme. Resulting from a 50% cut in the allocated funding for Housing Adaptation Grants it is not possible for us to increase the grant awarded to this applicant.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Una Joyce, Senior Executive Officer - 2225223
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.39 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to have the drainage problem at (details supplied) dealt with.”
Reply:
The Area Maintenance Officer confirms that this pathway has been inspected, water is pooling after rainfall. Arrangements have been made to have the gullies cleared and our Choke Car will blow out the pipes.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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Q.40 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manage to arrange for the Parks Department to plant a second flower bed on (details supplied).”
Reply:
Parks and Landscape Services provided a flower bed at this location before and residents gave commitments to look after it. Unfortunately this never materialised leaving the border to be maintained by Parks. In light of this experience and with the limited staff resources available to the Department to maintain any additional borders it is not proposed to provide an additional flower beds at the location suggested.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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Q.41 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
Road Maintenance Services has inspected the laneway.
There is currently insufficient funding to carry out repairs at this location. This location will be considered for inclusion in the 2014 Major Works Programme. Works are selected based on the condition of the location relative to others in the North Central Area and on the strategic importance of a particular footpath or carriageway.
In this regard it is unlikely that this location will be selected for reconstruction due to the high number of locations which are in worse condition or which have higher vehicular usage.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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Q.42 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
Road Maintenance Services has inspected the repair in question which is in good condition. Road Maintenance does not accept any responsibility for damage to the wall at this location which was not caused during the footpath repair. On examination there are similar faults/damage on many of the walls and pillars located in the (details supplied) estate.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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Q.43 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for the pathway outside number (details supplied 1) and the pathway outside (details supplied 2 ) to be repaired.”
Reply:
1- Road Maintenance Services has scheduled repairs at this location along with others in the (details supplied) area as part of the Major Works Programme for 2013. Works are scheduled to begin on this contract in the coming 12 weeks. 2- Much of the pathway at this location is private. The area which lies to the front of an imaginary line between the pillars of House 30 and House 48 is public. Footpath and carriageway repairs will be scheduled for this location in the coming 12 weeks. The area which lies behind this line (ie in front of the shops and pub) is private. This area is not in charge by Dublin City Council. No works will be carried out on this portion of footpath and carriageway.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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Q.44 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to give the following information (details supplied).”
Reply:
All the units at (details supplied) are to be demolished and landscaped. The tender process is complete and works are imminent.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Aidan Fitzsimons, Area Housing Manager - 2226930.
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Q.45 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following email (details supplied).”
Reply:
A report will be given to the Councillor.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Claire Caffrey, Deputy City Planner/A – 2223317.
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Q.46 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
A private contractor on behalf of the City Council removed a number of trees at this location. Housing Maintenance Mobile Crew pruned and will continue to prune a number of other trees at this location.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer - 2222048
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.47 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
Road Maintenance services has inspected this location. A number of pothole repairs have been scheduled in the coming 4 weeks.
There is insufficient funding to carry out resurfacing at this location in 2013. (Details supplied 1) will be assessed for inclusion in the 2014 Major Works programme. Project selection is based on the condition of the carriageway relative to others in the North Central area and funding availability.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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Q.48 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
A report will be given to the Councillor.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Brian Hanney, SEO, Waste Management Services - 2224475
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.49 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to investigate the following issue [details supplied].”
Reply:
The request for a one-way system on this road is listed on the TAG Agenda. A recommendation on the request is being submitted to the TAG meeting of 23rd May 2013. The Councillor will be informed of the recommendation following this date.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer - 2222528
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Q.50 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to arrange for the following repairs to be done [details supplied].”
Reply:
Road Maintenance Services has ramp resurfacing works scheduled to start here in the coming 10 weeks.
On a bus and emergency service route, speed cushions rather than ramps have been provided on such roads to facilitate emergency vehicles and safety of bus passengers. Following consultation with Dublin Bus and the Gardaí, speed cushions are considered the most appropriate method of traffic calming on bus routes, despite the straddling of these by some motorists. Large single ramps have been shown to be less effective in reducing speed.
The space between the speed cushion and the kerb allows for drainage.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297 Alan O’Mara, Executive Technician - 2222505
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Q.51 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager for the following work to be done [details supplied].”
Reply:
The laneway between the side of House 2 (details supplied) and the rear of House 36 (details supplied) is the only section of the laneways off (details supplied) that is in the charge of Dublin City Council, and as this laneway serves as rear access to houses only, it is our policy not to light such laneways.
The laneway referred to is not in charge of Dublin City Council.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Karen Leeson, Executive Engineer – 2224539.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.52 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager the following question [details supplied].”
Reply:
This location caters for Pay & Display and Pay & Display & Permit parking with 5 spaces for residential permit holders. The Pay & Display parking controls at this location were introduced in 1997. It is not possible to allow for a free 20 minute period as to do so would require a full time presence of an enforcement official which is not feasible. The location is not a high priority area for enforcement and in practice a 10 minute grace time is allowed.
In relation to (details supplied), no request has been received to date for parking controls at this location.
The income generated by Meter No. 57 at this location is as follows:-
2010: €3, 325.40 2011: €2,745 2012: €3,125 2013: Jan-May 15th €1,170
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Traffic Advisory Group - 2222528 Kevin Meade, Traffic Advisory Group - 2222501
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.53 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to address the following matter [details supplied].”
Reply:
a.This property is not on the Derelict Sites Register and has not previously been brought to the attention of the Derelict Sites Section.
It will be inspected within two weeks and a report will be sent to the Councillor.
b. Waste Management Services Division is of the opinion that one litter bin is sufficient at this location. We will ensure that this litter bin is emptied on a regular basis and keep this matter under review.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Paul Crowe, Senior Staff Officer - 2223378 Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer, Waste management Services - 2224240.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.54 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to address the following issues [details supplied].”
Reply:
1. Waste Management Division are currently arranging for new recycling bins to be placed at this location and to remove the older bins which have been there for some years. We will also continue to ensure that the Bring Centre is serviced on a regular basis by the Waste Management Division. CCTV cameras were installed at the bottle banks at St Gabriel’s Church on 10/10/2012 and removed on 31/03/2013. During that period a total of 22 fines were issued, 5 fines were paid so far, 1 fine was appealed and 16 fines are due for payment by 23/05/2013. The CCTV cameras were removed as the level of dumping had decreased dramatically. CCTV cameras will be re-instated if the level of dumping increases again.
A meeting will take place between the Public Domain Officer and the Parish Priest with regard to the overgrown area at the rear of the bottle banks. Dublin City Council will clear the area and place topsoil at this location in an effort to landscape it, if it is agreed with the Parish Priest.
2. The yellow lines will be renewed later this year.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Bernie Lillis, Litter Prevention Officer - 2224243 Dermot Johnson, Public Domain Officer – 2228860. Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer – 2222528.
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Q.55 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to address the following issues on [details supplied].”
Reply:
a.Waste Management Services would not be in favour of installing another litter bin on (details supplied) as it would lead to the problem of domestic waste being stuffed into and around the bin. We had to remove a litter bin from the junction of Brian Boru Avenue and (details supplied) for this very reason.
b.The lighting on (details supplied) was upgraded in June 2011 and is considered satisfactory. However, there are a number of trees on this road which appear to be blocking some of the lights, and we will ask the parks department to prune the trees here.
c.Road Maintenance Services has inspected this location. There was no loose debris as per the attached picture at this location during my inspection. A footpath repair has been scheduled in the coning 10-12 weeks.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer - 2224240. Karen Leeson, Executive Engineer – 2224539.
Shane Satell, Executive Engineer - 2222297
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.56 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager the following question [details supplied].”
Reply:
The criteria used to determine the need for traffic calming measures are as follows:
The road should have a straight run of approximately 200 metres. The 85th percentile speed (speed exceeded by 15% of vehicles) should exceed 50km/h. Traffic volumes should exceed 60 vehicles per hour. There should be genuine road safety concerns based on accident statistics or observed road safety patterns or a written report from an Inspector in the Garda Traffic Division, Dublin Castle, relating to an issue of safety.
The Traffic Advisory Group at its meeting of 21st March, 2013, reported that the results of a speed survey carried out at the above-mentioned location on 21st February, 2013, indicated that the 85th percentile speed for (details supplied) was 30km/h. Traffic volumes were also low at this location.
The Traffic Advisory Group, therefore, did not recommend the provision of speed ramps on (details supplied) as the road does not meet the warrant for the provision of such traffic calming measures.
The request for a “Caution Children” sign will be referred to the Traffic Advisory Group for consideration and the Councillor will be advised of the recommendation in due course.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer - 2222528.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.57 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager the following question [details supplied].”
Reply:
The stopcock on the supply pipe serving the private laneway to (details supplied) was exposed, cleaned out and found to be in working order on the 30th April 2013
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Colm Cannon, Area Engineer, Water Division - 8643634/5
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.58 Question in the name of Councillor Jane Horgan Jones
“To ask the Area Manager to respond to the following query [details supplied].”
Reply:
The existing lighting (details supplied) is not on the public lighting database and has never been maintained by us. We will take over the existing lighting here and add it to the public lighting database, and any additional lighting that may be required will be considered for inclusion for our 2014 improvements programme subject to available finances.
Road Maintenance Services will correct the signs at 1 (details supplied) and install a new sign at the top of (details supplied) at the junction of Kincora Road. A copy of the order and location map for the naming and numbering for (details supplied) will be given to Councillor Horgan Jones.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Karen Leeson, Executive Engineer – 2224539. Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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Q.59 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for a meeting between the Parks Department and (details supplied) as a matter of urgency.”
Reply:
The Parks and Landscape Services are available to meet with (details supplied). If the club makes contact and outlines an agenda, a meeting can be arranged at a mutually convenient time.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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Q.60 Question in the name of Councillor Brian McDowell
“To ask the manager to arrange for (details supplied).”
Reply:
There have been teething problems with the new grass cutting contractor which are now being resolved. The grass has been cut and will be cut once per week until the end of the summer.
The request will be examined by the Traffic Advisory Group. The Councillor will be advised of the recommendation in due course.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401 Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer, Traffic Advisory Group - 2222257
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.61 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Signage Department place a new sign for (details supplied).”
Reply:
This location is not in charge by Dublin City Council.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.62 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Parks Department stake a tree near the entrance to (details supplied).”
Reply:
At present this estate is not currently taken in charge and responsibility for the tree still lies with the original developer
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.63 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Road Maintenance Department extend the double yellow lines at (details supplied) to assist residents in the area.”
Reply:
The request will be examined by the Traffic Advisory Group. The Councillor will be advised of the recommendation in due course.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer, Traffic Advisory Group - 2222257
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.64 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request the Cleansing Department clean the area around (details supplied).”
Reply:
This grass margin is cut on contract and the contractor is responsible for litter removal. Contact will be made with the relevant contractor regarding their responsibilities concerning to the conditions of their contract with Dublin City Council.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.65 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request the Traffic Department repair the push button on the pedestrian traffic lights (details supplied).”
Reply:
The pedestrian lights at (details supplied) have been repaired.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Suzanne Hickey, ITS Officer - 2225488
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.66 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Road Maintenance Department repair (details supplied).”
Reply:
Road Maintenance Services has inspected this location. There was no damaged railings at the (details supplied) discovered during this inspection.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.67 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Roads Maintenance / Signage Department place a (details supplied).”
Reply:
The criteria for the provision of a disabled parking bay outside a private residence will be forwarded to the resident.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Stephen Hickey, Senior Staff Officer - 2222528
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.68 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Signage Department place signs for ramps at (details supplied).”
Reply:
The Traffic Officer has reported that the ramp signs are in place.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Frank Crowley, Traffic Officer - 2222508
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.69 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the owners of (details supplied 1) place signs for clamping at (details supplied 2).”
Reply:
The car park in question is not in the charge of Dublin City Council, parking enforcement is controlled by a private operator on behalf of the local traders.
However illegal parking at the entrance to the car park on the public carriageway will be forwarded to the Gardaí & Dublin Street Parking Services for enforcement under the law.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Alan O’Mara, Executive Technician - 2222505
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.70 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Parks Department trim the hedge and remove debris / litter from (details supplied).”
Reply:
The area at (details supplied) is checked and swept on a daily basis by the Waste Management Division.
The hedge in question has been inspected by Parks and Landscape Services at present it is not in need of cutting, and any litter present will be removed.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Office – 2224240. Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent – 2223401.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.71 Question in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins
“To ask the Manager to request that the Parks Department remove the tree guard around the tree at (details supplied).”
Reply:
The tree guard will be removed within the next week.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.72 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to respond to this matter (details supplied).”
Reply:
(Details supplied) is on the housing list with 93 points and qualifies for a 2 bedroom under the Scheme of Letting Priorities. These points are low for a two-bedroom accommodation in this area and as there are a large number of applicants on higher points, it is unlikely that (details supplied) will be reached for an offer in the short term.
(Details supplied) interest in voluntary housing has been noted and will be considered with all other interested applicants should vacancies arise.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Aidan Fitzsimons, Area Housing Manager - 2226939
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.73 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O’Toole
“To ask the manager to make arrangements for (details supplied).”
Reply:
Mr. Aidan Fitzsimons, Area Housing Manager is meeting next Tuesday 21/05/2013 with the Design Team where an update will be given regarding the (details supplied). On foot of this meeting he will meet with the Darndale Residents Association to inform all affected residents of any changes and the up-to-date position.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Aidan Fitzsimons, Area Housing Manager - 2226939
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.74 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager to provide (details supplied).”
Reply:
This road will have to be surveyed for services etc. If suitable for planting it will be included in next year’s planting programme.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.75 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Reply:
A report will be given to the Councillor.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: John O’Hara, A/Deputy Planning Officer - 2223813
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.76 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Reply:
Parks and Landscape Services at present have no plans for the above lands however it will work closely with the Development Department regarding any future developments and proposals for the above areas.
Sports and recreational facilities and uses usually take place on land zoned Z9 (Open Space) and are permissible uses under that zoning and community uses are open for consideration under the same zoning. These uses would nevertheless require planning permission in some instances depending on the nature of the proposal. The uses referred to can also be provided for under a number of other land use zoning categories ref. Z1 (residential) Z12 and Z15 (institutional).
The (details supplied) lands are zoned Z12 (“Institutional Lands – future development potential”). The primary objective of this land use/zone is “ensure the existing environmental amenities are protected in any future use of these lands” (see page 204 of the Development plan). In any development of these lands, 20% of the site area must be set aside for open space purposes and a range of recreational uses are permissible.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401 Steve Margolis, Senior Planner - 2223446
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.77 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager to investigation the following please (details supplied).”
Reply:
The matter will be investigated by the Air Quality Monitoring and Noise Control Unit. To this end the Unit will be in contact with the Councillor to get further details on the matter.
An Post, being a Government agency does not need planning permission. A Section 84 application under Plan No. 831/84 was lodged on 17/05/84 for sorting office & conversion of workshop etc. to welfare rooms, office, stores & parking at (details supplied).
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Martin Fitzpatrick, Principal Environmental Health Officer Air Quality Monitoring and Noise Control Unit - 2223742 Fiacra Worrall, Assistant Planning Enforcement Officer - 2223316
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.78 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Reply:
Having checked our records there is no record of the applicant (details supplied) having applied for housing from the address above. If the applicant has submitted an application from a different address or has proof that he has submitted an application I would advise him to contact the Housing Allocations Section, , Block 2, Floor 1, Civic Offices Wood Quay, telephone 2222201 and we will carry out a further check of our records to establish his status on the list.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Kieran Cunningham, Senior Executive Officer - 2223517
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.79 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Reply:
The applicant (details supplied) is currently on the Transfer List with a total of 58 points for Area H (Ballybough, East Wall, Summerhill, Dominick Street, Dorset Street) and 53 points for Area P (Church Street, Ormond Quay, North King Street) and Area B (Artane, Priorswood, Darndale, Donaghmede, Edenmore, Kilbarrack, Kilmore, Donnycarney). These points would be low for an offer of a transfer to any other Housing Area.
I wish to advise you that Dublin City Council would have very limited single person accommodation in the Coolock area and applicants may be waiting a considerable period of time for an allocation of a one bedroom unit in this area.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Kieran Cunningham, Senior Executive Officer - 2223517
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.80 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Reply:
Efforts are being made to have any damaged or broken equipment replaced. The equipment in the playground is still within the defects liability period. The Contractor is required to repair or replace any defective equipment not caused by vandalism. Efforts are being made to have the Contractor meet his responsibilities regarding the playground.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.81 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager (details supplied).”
Reply:
a)The Parks Works Programme for 2013 includes construction of a permanent path around the park. Work is scheduled for end of summer 2013.
b) Under the terms of the Litter Management Plan, residential areas such as in the (details supplied) area are swept on a twelve week cycle. Main roads and shopping areas in this area are cleaned on a daily basis. We will ensure that the (details supplied) area receives a thorough cleaning during the course of this cleaning schedule and that this continues in 2014.
The area office and Waste Management work on a daily basis in the (details supplied) area to remove litter and to keep the (details supplied) area clean and tidy and up to a high standard. This is done by our use of the local area Enviro Crew which removes bulky dumped material that appears during the day and by our area based public domain crew who are dispatched to sweep and clean any light litter which might appear also. There is a very close relationship that exists between the DERA local residents group and Dublin City Council for a good number of years, and which has led to a number of high profile awards for the (details supplied) area including City Neighbourhood awards and Pride of Place awards . The local area office has also sanctioned the removal of graffiti from the (details supplied) area to the tune of over 30,OOO Euro over the last few years.
c) Any specific questions regarding Planning and Development can be forwarded to the Planning Department. Planning applications in the area are assessed on the basis of the City Development Plan but timing of works undertaken by applicants following any grant of permission is determined by applicants/developer.
d) In relation to Youth services, Dublin City Council is not the lead agency in the provision of such services which are primarily the responsibility of the Department of Children and Youth Affairs and are delivered through grant administering bodies - normally the VECs. In this context, the City of Dublin Youth Services Board, is the local grant administering body in the Dublin city area. Our Community Development Team and our Sports Development Officers do provide limited support for the voluntary youth work sector as does the CYC (mainly through summer projects) but the take up of services, the provision of services and ongoing work plans are matters for individual youth services providers.
e) Any incidents of anti-social behaviour should be reported to the local Garda Station.
f) (Details supplied) Library: As well as regular library services—lending service; public access internet; wifi; study space; photocopying—(details supplied) Library also regularly offers the following: TV and video viewing Exhibitions / Lectures / Workshops / Demonstrations Citizen's Information Clinic Adult Reading Group Irish Conversation Exchange Knitting Circle Block loans to groups by arrangement Children's activities / Class visits Special Collection - Graphic Novels and Local History Files A list of current events can be viewed at: http://www.dublincity.ie/RecreationandCulture/libraries/Events/Pages/all_events.aspx There are no immediate plans for capital investment in (details supplied) Library. Some minor interventions have been investigated but are dependent on budget constraints.
Arts:
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Children’s Art in Libraries Programme (Detail supplied) Library 1. Spring Programme: Artist Gabrielle Breathnach conducted a bilingual drama and creative writing workshop with Gealcholaiste Reachrann on the subject on the 1913 Dublin Lockout 2. Summer Programme: Artist Margaret Callan Bergin will conduct a week-long drama, creative writing and storytelling residency for 9 - 12 age group in July Bealtaine: As part of the Dublin City Council Bealtaine programme, Access Cinema will screen The Sapphires on May 21 and The Glenn Miller Story on May 14 in (details supplied) Library.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401 Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer - 2224240. Richard Cleary, Environmental Liaison Officer - 2228866 Steve Margolis, Senior Planner - 2223446 Jim Lee, Community and Social Development Officer - 2228862. Paul Fusco, Senior Librarian - 6744825. Ray Yeates, Arts Officer - 2227849.
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Q.82 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager and Housing Department to urgently assist these people (details supplied).”
Reply:
(a) The applicant (details supplied) is currently on the Housing List with a total of 174 points for Area B (Artane, Priorswood, Darndale, Donaghmede, Edenmore, Kilbarrack, Kilmore, Donnycarney) and 169 points for Areas E (Cabra, Finglas, Glasnevin, Whitehall, Santry) and H (Ballybough, East Wall, Summerhill, Dorset Street, Dominick Street). The applicant has expressed an interest in accommodation in the Donnycarney, Kilmore Area but currently applicants would require points in excess of 180 to be considered for a three bedroom property in these areas.
(b) The applicant (details supplied) has not applied to Dublin City Council for social housing. If the applicant is need of housing he will need to complete the application form including all of the documentation from Ulster Bank regarding the repossession of his current property. His application for housing will then be assessed.
(c) The applicant (details supplied) is currently on the Housing List with a total of 71 points for Area B (Artane, Priorswood, Darndale, Donaghmede, Edenmore, Kilbarrack, Kilmore, Donnycarney) and 66 points for Areas D (Ballymun) and P (Church Street, Ormond Quay, North King Street). The applicant is 51 years of age and unfortunately in order to be considered for Older Persons Accommodation applicants must be 55 years of age. However, I would suggest he make contact with the Area Offices to discuss his particular housing circumstances. It may be possible to offer him advice on other housing options that he may wish to consider.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Kieran Cunningham, Senior Executive Officer - 2223517
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.83 Question in the name of Councillor Damian O’Farrell
“To ask the Area Manager to advise on the matter (details supplied)
Reply:
The litter warden inspected this property on the 14th May 2013 and found it to be in satisfactory condition.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Richard Cleary, Environmental Liaison Officer – 2228866.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.84 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager if he will outline in full the [details supplied].”
Reply:
The Parks Works Programme for 2013 includes construction of a permanent path around the park. Work is scheduled for end of summer 2013.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.85 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager for a progress report on [details supplied].”
Reply:
There is no clear consensus concerning the future of the track and it does not appear to be well used by the community. A further meeting will be arranged with (details supplied) in relation to the condition of the pitch and future of the track.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.86 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager for a progress report [details supplied].”
Reply:
The mediation process began in late January 2013. One party has engaged with the process but there has been delays relating to the second party engaging.
Dublin City Council is still attempting to keep the process alive as there are not many further avenues for resolution of the issues relating to the community use of the building.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Aileen Doyle, Senior Community Officer - 2228865
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.87 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager if enforcement has been carried out regarding [details supplied].”
Reply:
Further to our previous reply for the meeting on 18th February 2013, a Section 154 Enforcement Notice was issued on 28th February 2013 requiring the submission of a plan for the management of waste and for the ongoing operation of these facilities as required by Condition No. 1 of An Bord Pleanala’s decision PL29N.218991 (Planning Permission Register Reference 3099/06). The latest date for compliance with the Notice was 1st May 2013. We are currently awaiting a report from the Planning Enforcement Officer for the area regarding compliance with this Enforcement Notice.
We are still awaiting legal advice from our Law Department regarding the contradictory Sworn Declarations received.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Fiacra Worrall, Assistant Enforcement Manager - 2223316
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.88 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager the current statistics for [details supplied].”
Reply:
A copy of the report will be given to the Councillor.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Hugh McKenna, Senior Executive Officer, Housing Maintenance Section - 2222048 Darach O’Connor, Administrative Officer - 2223867 Kieran Cunningham, Senior Executive Officer - 2223517
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.89 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager the number of [details supplied].”
Reply:
A report will be given to the Councillor.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Paul Delany, Adminstrative Officer - 6734273. John Bruckshaw, Administrative Officer, Building Control Section - 2223941.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.90 Question in the name of Councillor Micheál MacDonncha
“To ask the Area Manager the number of [details supplied].”
Reply:
Dublin City Council does not have records of the number of (details supplied). The Councillor could contact the Private Rented Tenancies Board at Telephone: 0818 303037, Fax: 0818 303039 or Private Rented Tenancies Board, PO Box 47, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Dave Dinnigan, Area Manager – 2228870.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.91 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager trim the trees facing the Swords Road in Magenta Hall?”
Reply:
The trees in question are Leyland Cypress have been inspected by Parks and Landscape Services. As the trees are coniferous they will not regenerate after pruning and so the natural habit of the tree will be destroyed for some considerable time if not permanently. Therefore, it is proposed to lightly trim the trees at present and to look at alterative species to eventually replace them.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.92 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager help clean the drains for (details supplied)?”
Reply:
The public sewers and road gullies in this area will be checked, and cleaned as required.
This private drain serving this house, and every house, is a privately owned pipeline, not public property. The responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of all private drains, including any repair or improvement works, lies with the households/landlords connected to them, until the point where they discharge into the public sewer, not Dublin City Council. Generally costs are divided equally between all households/landlords discharging wastewater into a private drain where work is required. There are a number of private companies listed in the phonebook who specialise in the cleaning, surveying and repair of private drains who will be able to assist.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Colin Egan, Executive Engineer - 2222398
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.93 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager unblock the gullies at the entrance to 36B Coolgariff Road. They are frequently blocked and cause local flooding in heavy rain.”
Reply:
As requested gullies at 36B, Coolgariff Road was checked on 14/05/13. All gullies were cleaned & jetted and are now in good working order.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Roy O’ Donnell, Gully Manager - 2222452.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.94 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager check the water pressure for (details supplied). He and his neighbours have very low water pressure since the recent shortage.”
Reply:
We imposed pressure reductions and water restrictions throughout the entire city in late March 2013. These measures were needed to help replenish our regional strategic storage reservoirs which were at an extremely low and unsustainable level as a result of disruption to water production at our Roundwood Water Treatment Plant. Since Friday 5th April, we have eased our restrictions and now have the more relaxed regime of pressure reductions in place throughout the city. As houses are required to have 24 hours storage, the affect on most properties should be minimal. However, we are aware that some areas including (details supplied) and Montrose may be more badly affected than others.
In order to further investigate the pressures in the (details supplied) and Montrose areas we will arrange for pressure loggers to be fitted on local hydrants, including in the vicinity of 119 (details supplied). As part of our investigations we will carry out a test of an alternative feed to the area. The pressure loggers will record the pressures on the water main every fifteen minutes, 24 hours a day. We will leave the logger in situ over a two week period in order to get good information on pressures both on and off peak and with the test alternative feed. I will write to you once I receive the logger results.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Laura Walsh, Executive Engineer - 2224314
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.95 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager spray the cul-de-sac at 99/98 High Park for weeds. There is a verge at the end of the cul-de- sac which is very overgrown with weeds that needs attention.”
Reply:
Dublin City Council’s Contractor Greentown is spraying the North Central Area at this present time. They will be requested to pay particular attention to this area.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Dermot Johnson, Public Domain Officer – 2228860.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.96 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager check the water pressure at (details supplied).”
Reply:
We are aware of low pressure complaints from (details supplied) estate. We are aware that the water pressure complaints are mainly regarding overnight pressures which we would agree are low and may be causing difficulties for people overnight. The pressures during the day however are adequate at the kitchen tap and also adequate in filling attic tanks. Our inspector called to the above address on the 15th May 2013 to check the water supply. He recorded a pressure of 11 Meter head and a flow rate of 810 litres/hr. This is above the minimum required by the Water Division for adequate levels of service to the property.
If you have contact details for customers who are experiencing difficulties during the day please send these details and we will arrange for our maintenance section to send an inspector out to investigate. However, in relation to poor pressures over night we will need to carry out further investigations in the area see what our options are in relation to improving our service. We will carry out these investigations and report back to you directly.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Laura Walsh, Executive Engineer - 2224314
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.97 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager paint the bollards facing 684 Collins Avenue?”
Reply:
Road maintenance Services has inspected this location. A repair has been scheduled in the coming 10 weeks.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Shane Satell, Executive Engineer, Road Maintenance Services - 2222297
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.98 Question in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague
“Will the manager check the water quality in (details supplied). The resident says that there is a white powder in the water.”
Reply:
We are not aware of any recent water quality issues or complaints from the (details supplied). All water quality samples have met the standards within that zone over the last few weeks.
Our inspector called to the above address on the 15th May 2013 to check the water supply. He carried out a visual examination and nothing unusual was noted
Also, if you have any other complaints, I would appreciate if you could forward contact details and we will arrange further investigations.
A drinking water sample was collected on the 16th May at (details supplied). The results will be forwarded when available.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Colm Cannon, Area Engineer, Water Division - 8643634/5 Des Bartley, Senior Executive Scientific Officer- 2224379.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.99 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
(Details supplied) is a privately owned residence. Therefore, any antisocial behaviour should be reported to the local Gardaí.
(Details supplied) was inspected by the local Litter Warden on the 14th May 2013 and found to be in a satisfactory condition.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Richard Cleary, Environmental Liaison Officer – 2228866.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.100 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
The applicant (details supplied) submitted an application for housing on the 9th May 2013. The application will be processed and the applicant will be notified of his status on the waiting list in due course. When the applicant has been notified as to his eligibility and acceptance on the waiting list he may wish to discuss his housing options with a Housing Advisor. Our Housing Advisory Service is available each day in the Housing & Allocations Section, Civic Offices Wood Quay, from 9.30 to 4.00 pm. without prior appointment.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Kieran Cunningham, Senior Executive Officer - 2223517
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.101 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
Under the Litter Management Plan, this residential area is cleaned on a twelve week cycle. It was last cleaned on the 8th March 2013. It is next scheduled to be cleaned during week ending the 31st May 2013. This location was inspected on the 15th May 2013 and was found to be virtually litter free.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer - 2224240.
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.102 Question in the name of Councillor Gerry Breen
“Can the manager please reply to the following question (details supplied).”
Reply:
A Draft plan for the rejuvenation of the (details supplied) Tennis Courts is being prepared for discussion with the (details supplied).
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Noel McEvoy, Executive Parks Superintendent - 2223401
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DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20th May 2013
Q.103 Question in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon
“Can the Manager have (details supplied) cleaned. Construction took place on the Avenue and a lot of dirt still remains.”
Reply:
Waste Management Services cleaned (details supplied) on the 16th May 2013.
Dave Dinnigan Area Manager
Contact: Mick Boyle, Senior Staff Officer - 2224240.
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