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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page Number
PART 1
Introduction, Legislative Background,
Next Steps and Public Consultation Process
3
1.0
Introduction
4
1.1
Purpose and Contents of Report
4
1.2
Planning and Development Act 2000
5
1.3
Manager’s Report
5
1.4
Consultation and Submissions
6
2.0
Legislative Background and Requirements
7
3.0
Next Steps
8
3.1
Consideration by Council Members
8
3.2
Preparation of Draft Development Plan
8
4.0
Pre-Draft Consultation Process
10
4.1
Description of Notification Procedure / Consultation
Process
10
4.2
Purpose and Format of the Public Meetings
10
4.3
Numbers that Attended
11
4.4
How Views and Ideas were Recorded
11
4.5
General Overview of Response to Public Consultation
11
4.6
Public Access to Submissions
11
4.7
Approach to Consideration of Written Submissions
And Results of Public Consultation
12
PART 2
Public Consultation – Issues Raised and Opinion
13
5.0
Introduction
14
5.1
Analysis of Issues Raised at the Public Meetings
14
5.2
Analysis of Issues Raised in the Written Submissions /
15
Observations
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Summary of Issues Raised in Written Submissions
and at Public Consultation Meetings and Opinions
on Issues Raised
17
6.1
Overall Strategy
18
6.2
Landuse Zoning / Policy Theme Boundaries
21
6.3
Economic Development and Employment
24
6.4
Residential
27
6.5
Retail
30
6.6
Movement and Transport
32
6.7
Infrastructure and Environmental Services
35
6.8
Social Inclusion, Community and Recreation
39
6.9
Architecture and Design
41
6.10
Landscape, Natural Heritage and Biodiversity
42
6.11
Architectural and Archaeological Heritage
44
6.12
Rural Development and Natural Resources
45
6.13
Strategic Environmental Assessment
47
PART 3
County Manager’s Recommendations on Policies to
be Contained in the Draft County Development Plan
48
7.0
Introduction
49
7.1
Recommended Policy Approaches
50
APPENDICES
Appendix A
List of Persons/Bodies Informed of Review of the
Development Plan
Appendix B
List of Service Providers and Others Consulted
Appendix C
List of Persons/Bodies who Made Written Submissions
Appendix D
Breakdown of Main Views/Concerns Raised in
Pre-draft Written Submissions/Observations
Appendix E
Summary of the Written Submission/Observations
Appendix F
Report on Public Consultation Meetings
Appendix G
National, Regional and Local Context for the Preparation
of Development Plans
Appendix H
Requirements for a Development Plan
Appendix I
Contains an Explanation of Abbreviations used in this Report.
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Part 1
Introduction, Legislative Background, Next Steps and
Public Consultation Process
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1.0
Introduction
1.1
Purpose and Contents of Report
1.1.1
The purpose of this document is to report on the outcome of the consultation process carried
out prior to the preparation of the new Kildare County Development Plan.
1.1.2
PART 1 of the report consists of an introduction, followed by an explanation of the
legislative background, the requirements for the Manager’s Report under the Planning and
Development Act, 2000-2007 and a description of the next steps in the process of making the
new County Development Plan. Part 1 is completed with a description of the consultation
process, which resulted in 182 written submissions and the views and ideas recorded at six
public consultation meetings held during June 2009.
1.1.3
PART 2 consists of an analysis and summary of the issues raised in the written
submissions received by the Council and at the public consultation meetings. The issues are
analysed and summarised under the following headings:

Overall Strategy

Land Use Zoning / Policy Theme Boundaries

Residential

Retail

Economic Development and Employment

Movement and Transport

Infrastructure and Environment

Social, Community and Recreation

Landscape, Natural Heritage and Biodiversity

Architecture and Design

Architectural and Archaeological heritage

Rural Development and Natural Resources

Strategic Environmental Assessment
The County Manager’s opinions on the issues raised is provided as part of this section.
1.1.4
PART 3 contains the County Manager’s recommendations on policies to be contained in
the Draft County Development Plan, under the above headings.
1.1.5
The submissions have been saved on CD-Rom and are included with this report.
1.1.6
Nine appendices are attached to the report.
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Appendix A consists of a list of persons/bodies who were notified of the review of the
Development Plan.
Appendix B lists the service providers and others consulted about the review.
Appendix C lists persons/bodies who made written submissions.
Appendix D gives a broad overview of the main views/concerns raised in the written
submissions/observations.
Appendix E summarises points made in the written submissions/observations.
Appendix F consists of a report on the points raised at the public consultation meetings.
Appendix G lists national, regional and local policy documents and plans.
Appendix H sets out the matters which must be included in a Development Plan, as well as
those matters that may be included as required by the Planning and Development Act 2000
(as amended).
Appendix I contains an explanation of abbreviations used in this report.
1.1.7
1.2
1.2.1
This report is submitted to Council Members for their consideration and directions.
Planning and Development Act, 2000
The Planning and Development Act, 2000 provides that members of the public, service
providers and other organisations and bodies can make submissions prior to the preparation
of Draft Development Plans.
This early involvement provides the opportunity for all
stakeholders with an interest in the development of the county – residents, employers and
employees, service providers, visitors, investors, etc - to have a greater sense of ownership of
the new Plan.
1.3
Manager’s Report
1.3.1
This report comprises the ‘Manager’s Report’ summarising the submissions and observations
received. It responds to the issues raised and makes recommendations on the policies to be
included in the Draft Plan. The legislation also requires that all of the foregoing must be
considered having regard to national policy, guidelines and standards.
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1.4
Consultation and Submissions
1.4.1
182 written planning submissions were received during the pre-draft consultation period and
the views of more than 130 people who attended the six public consultation meetings held
around the county, during June 2009 were noted. The opinions, views and ideas set out in
the written submissions and expressed and recorded at the public consultation meetings
related to all aspects of planning. The Council wishes to express its appreciation to those who
made submissions and/or attended the public meetings.
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2.1
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Legislative Background and Requirements
Section 11 (4) (a) of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, sets out the requirements in
relation to the preparation of a Manager’s Report. The Manager’s Report is required to deal
with any submissions or observations received on foot of the notifications and consultations
(carried out under Section 11 (2) and (3) of the Act), with, inter alia, the public, prescribed
bodies, service providers and the Board.
The Report must be prepared not later than 16
weeks after giving notice of the Development Plan review (Section 11 (1)). It is therefore to
be produced by 2nd September 2009.
2.2
The Manager’s Report must :
List the persons or bodies who made submissions or observations, as well as any
persons or bodies consulted

Summarise the issues raised in the submissions and during the consultations, where
appropriate

Give the opinion of the Manager on the issues raised. In this regard the Manager’s
opinion must take into account (a) the proper planning and sustainable development of
the area, (b) the statutory obligations of any local authority in the area, and (c) any
relevant policies or objectives of the Government or of any Minister of the Government.

Finally, the Report must state the Manager’s recommendations on the policies to be
included in the Draft Development Plan.
2.3
The Manager’s Report must then be submitted to the Members of the Planning Authority or a
committee of the Planning Authority, as may be decided by the members of the authority, for
their consideration.
2.4
Members may then issue directions to the Manager regarding the preparation of the Draft
Development Plan (Section 11(4)(d)).
These directions might consist of concerns that
Members would like to see addressed or policies or objectives that Members would like to see
incorporated into the Draft Plan. The directions must also take into account any relevant
policies or objectives of the Government or of any Minister of the Government.
2.5
In issuing directions, Section 11 (4)(f) of the Act states that the Members shall be restricted to
considering the proper planning and sustainable development of the area to which the
Development Plan relates.
Directions must be issued not later than 10 weeks after the
submission of the Manager’s Report, which is the 11th November 2009.
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3.0
Next Steps
3.1
Consideration by Council Members
3.1.1
Council Members have 10 weeks (3rd September to 11th November 2009) within which to
consider this Manager’s Report and may issue directions to the Manager regarding the
preparation of the Draft Plan (see section 2.5). In order to facilitate this process, a briefing
and a series of meetings will take place.
3.2
Preparation of Draft Development Plan
3.2.1
Following receipt of direction from the elected members the legislation provides a period of 12
weeks from November to February 2010 for the preparation of the Draft Plan. (See Fig 1 for
indicative programme for the review of the County Development Plan 2011-2017).
3.2.2
The Planning and Development Act, 2000 sets out mandatory objectives which must be
included in a Development Plan. These include objectives for the zoning of land; the provision
of infrastructure; the conservation and protection of the environment; the integration of the
planning and sustainable development of the area with the social, community and cultural
requirements of the area and its population, etc. Other non-mandatory objectives are also
referred to in the Planning Act. All of these objectives are set out at Appendix H of this
report.
3.2.3
Members will then have an 8 week period from early February 2010 to early April 2010 within
which to consider the proposed Draft Plan. The Draft Plan will be published in April 2010,
following which the public will have an opportunity to comment for a further period of ten
weeks. A report on the outcome of the Draft Plan public consultation will be considered by
Members, following which either (a) the Plan will be made or (b) material alterations will be
made to the Draft Plan.
If material alterations are made, there will be a further public
consultation period regarding these and a further report will be prepared for Members’
consideration. This will be followed by the making of the Plan.
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Figure 1 : Programme for the Review of the Kildare County Development Plan
2011- 2017.
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4.0
Pre-Draft Consultation Process
4.1
Description of Notification Procedure / Consultation Process
4.1.1
The Pre-Draft consultation stage ran from May 15th 2009 to July 10th 2009. The consultation
process comprised three elements:- (a) newspaper advertisements inviting written
submissions; (b) public consultation meetings; and (c) letters to and contact with prescribed
bodies, service providers and others, requesting information on their relevant plans and
policies.
4.1.2
In order to ensure that adequate information was available for interested people, groups and
organisations, a Background Issues Paper was published and made available on line at
www.kildarecoco.ie, at Áras Chill Dara and in public libraries and offices throughout the
county.
4.1.3
Details of the Plan Review together with Development Plan documents were also placed on
the Council website www.kildarecoco.ie. To date there have been 6,038 hits on this section of
the website.
4.1.4
A public notice announcing the commencement of the review of the Development Plan was
advertised on the 14th May 2009. This was followed by a further notice on 27th May 2009
advertising the venues and times for public meetings. Posters were also placed throughout
the county and notices issued for inclusion in parish newsletters. The Council also wrote to all
of the prescribed bodies informing them of the review and inviting submissions and
observations (refer to Appendix A). The written submissions were required to be submitted
during the consultation period.
4.1.5
Evening meetings (7.30pm – 9.30pm) were held in each of the five electoral areas in the
county. These were in Áras Chill Dara Naas; Maynooth Post Primary School, Kilcullen Heritage
Centre, Castledermot Community Centre, Áras Bhrid Kildare town and Clane GAA. Several
hundred community groups, historical groups and various other local interest groups were
also invited to the meetings by letter. Members of the Council were also informed of the
meetings by letter.
4.2
Purpose and Format of the Public Meetings
4.2.1
The purpose of the meetings was to provide an opportunity for interested members of the
community to participate in the process of making the next County Development Plan 2011 –
2017. The format of the public consultation meetings included a brief presentation; break-up
of the meeting into smaller groups; airing of views by all those attending; and recording and
reporting of views back to the reconvened meeting. Information was provided regarding the
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issues to be addressed in the Plan, the key issues arising from the “Issues Paper” and on how
and when written submissions should be made.
4.3
Numbers that Attended
4.3.1
Over 130 persons attended the public meetings throughout the county. Those who attended
and provided contact details will be informed by letter/email of the publication of the Draft
Plan in April 2010.
4.4
How Views and Ideas were Recorded
4.4.1
After each meeting, an initial analysis of the views and opinions raised was carried out
followed by systematic categorisation of the topics and issues raised. While a summary of the
principal views and opinions raised are dealt with in the main body of this report, a summary
of the views and concerns are set out in this report, which is attached at Appendix F.
4.5
General Overview of Response to Public Consultation
4.5.1
Meetings
A wide range of topics and concerns were raised, relating to all parts of the county. Given the
diverse range of people and organisations who attended the meetings, the ideas and opinions
expressed can be viewed as representing a sample of the important planning issues in the
county and what issues people would wish the new County Development Plan to address.
4.5.2
Written Submissions
182 written submissions were received on or before 10th July 2009. Of this figure 9 no. were
from prescribed bodies. 2 no. were received outside the statutory timeframe and have been
retained on file for reference purposes. There will be a further opportunity to make
submissions when the Draft Plan is published in April 2010.
4.6
Public Access to Submissions
4.6.1
All of the written submissions have been saved on CD-Rom and are included with this report.
A report on the public meetings is included at Appendix F.
4.6.2
Lists of service providers, prescribed bodies etc who were consulted by the Council and those
who made submissions are all contained in appendices to this report.
4.6.3
The number of submissions and observations received highlights the significant level of public
interest in the plan-making process and the expectations for the Draft Development Plan
itself, which will follow in April 2010.
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Approach to Consideration of Written Submissions and Results of Public
Consultation Meetings
4.7.1
An analysis of the written submissions and the results of the public consultation meetings has
been carried out and the topics and issues raised have been extracted and categorised. This
is dealt with in greater detail in Part 2 of this report. It is possible to see overall themes
reflecting the concerns of the public emerging in this process. This report analyses these
themes and, having regard to national, regional and local policies and guidelines, suggests
how policies might be incorporated into the new Draft Plan which would respond to these
concerns.
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Part 2
Public Consultation – Issues Raised and Opinion
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5.0.1
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Introduction
This section commences with an overall analysis of the concerns expressed at the public
meetings, followed by a general examination of the issues raised in the written submissions.
It is followed by more detailed summaries of issues raised in both the written submissions and
at the public consultation meetings and the opinion of the County Manager on the issues
raised is given.
5.1
5.1.1
Analysis of Issues Raised at the Public Meetings
A full summary of the concerns expressed by those who attended the public meetings is set out
in Appendix F. A breakdown of the broad headings under which concerns were raised is set
out in Table 1 below.
Table 1
Main Views / Concerns Raised at Public Consultation Meetings
Category
No.
of
times
% of times the
the topic was
topic
raised
raised
Overall Strategy
28
14%
Land Use Zoning Inc Rural Settlements
6
3%
Residential
23
12%
Retail
4
2%
Economic Development and Employment
24
12%
Movement and Transport
20
10%
Infrastructure and Environment
19
10%
Social, Community and Recreation
28
14%
Landscape, Natural Heritage and Biodiversity
12
6%
Architecture and Design
26
13%
Rural Development and Natural Resources
7
4%
TOTAL
197
100%
was
Table 1 above divides the issue raised at the public consultation meetings into eleven broad
categories. Approximately 197 issue-based views and concerns were expressed. The main
issues of concern arising from the public consultation process relate to the overall strategy for
the county, social, community and recreational facilities followed by architecture and design,
movement and transport, infrastructural and environmental issues.
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5.2
Analysis of Issues Raised in the Written Submissions / Observations
5.2.1
182 written submissions and observations were received during the pre-draft consultation
stage. See Appendix C for a list of persons who made submissions to the Council. The
submissions fall into two broad categories: those that concern general planning issues
(approximately 77) and those that principally concern the zoning or re-zoning of lands
(approximately 105).
Issue-based Submissions
In order to give an accurate summary of the issue-based submissions, the issues raised were
categorised. However, many submissions related to more than one category. In order to
analyse these properly, the different elements were separated out and they appear as
separate entries in the appropriate category.
5.2.3
Appendix D of this report gives a further break down of the various categories within more
specific areas of concern.
Table 2
Main Views / Concerns Raised In the Issues Based Pre-Draft
Written Submissions
Category
No. of times the
% of times the
topic was raised
topic
was
raised.
5.2.4
Overall Strategy
48
7%
Land Use Zoning Inc Rural Settlements
118
17%
Residential
29
4%
Retail
17
2.4%
Economic Development and Employment
73
10.4%
Movement and Transport
58
8%
Infrastructure and Environment
84
12%
Social, Community and Recreation
186
27%
Landscape, Natural Heritage and Biodiversity
36
5%
Architecture and Design
9
1%
Architectural and Archaeological Heritage
26
4%
Rural Development and Natural Resources
14
2%
Strategic Environmental Assessment
2
0.2%
TOTAL
700
100%
Table 2 above divides the issue-based submissions into 13 broad categories. Approximately
700 issue-based views and concerns were expressed. The most significant issues of concern
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arising from the written public consultation process relates to the provision of social,
community and recreational facilities, followed by individual zoning requests or requests
relating to settlements located in the rural areas. Infrastructure and environmental issues then
followed as the next most significant issue together with the issue of economic development
and employment.
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Summary of Issues Raised in Written Submissions and at Public Consultation
Meetings and Manager’s Opinions on Issues Raised
The summaries of the issues raised in the written submissions (contained at Appendix E)
and at the public meetings (contained at Appendix F) have been further categorised into
general concerns and these are set out below under the following topic headings:
6.0.1

Overall Strategy

Land Use Zoning / Policy Theme Boundaries

Residential

Retail

Economic Development and Employment

Movement and Transport

Infrastructure and Environment

Social Inclusion, Community and Recreation

Landscape, Natural Heritage and Biodiversity

Architecture and Design

Architectural and Archaeological heritage

Rural Development and Natural Resources
Under each heading the opinion of the County Manager on the issues raised is given.
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6.1
Overall Strategy
6.1.1
Summary of Issues Raised
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Vision
The “Issues Paper” identified a number of key themes for consideration regarding the overall vision for
the county over the period 2011-2017. These focused on;
-
developing a unique identity and building on the strengths of the county
-
facilitating the provision of high quality employment opportunities
-
building communities with appropriate educational, community and recreational facilities
-
creating quality urban and rural environments
-
providing sustainable infrastructure with necessary internal and external connections.
In addition to the foregoing, the consultation process also identified reducing our impact on global
warming by cutting CO2 emissions as an issue for consideration. It is also recommended that the vision
should be a strategy where objectives are set in accordance with policies for sustainable development
of the county and its resources.
Population Growth / Housing Demand
One of the most significant issues arising from the public consultation process related to the potential
population growth which the county may experience over the short to medium term. It is submitted in
a number of cases that the potential growth identified in the ‘Issues Paper’ was unjustified and
unrealistic and that population growth should be linked to quality of life. While it appears to be well
recognised that the level of growth will be more moderate than anticipated in the past there is a
difference of opinion as to whether there is a need to zone additional lands to cater for this growth or
whether a reduction in zoning is now required. Regarding specific growth rates, reference is made in
one submission to the 2007 Goodbody Economic Consultants Report and the 2008 CSO Report on
Regional Projections. It is indicated on the basis of the 2008 CSO report the population of Kildare should
reach between 230,000 and 237,000 by 2016 creating an additional housing demand and an associated
need for additional zoning of lands. However, other submissions state that sufficient zoned land exists
and with existing vacant units this can accommodate the potential population growth of the county.
Reference is made to the need for an audit to inform population projections and the overall settlement
strategy. In particular, it advises that the land/housing audit review, zoned land availability, extant
permissions, half built residential developments, vacant dwellings, lands within designated rural
settlement boundaries, the percentage of one-off rural housing etc.
Settlement Hierarchy/Pattern of Development
A number of submissions recognise the need to promote more sustainable planning close to public
transport infrastructure. The DTO also advocates the need to focus the bulk of future growth within the
boundaries of the larger towns along strategic corridors which would seek to achieve critical mass,
strengthen the basis for local service provision, improve accessibility to jobs and services and may
strengthen the ability to attract inward investment for local employment growth. It is stated in a
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submission received that the policy of encouraging development away from the north east of the county
and encouraging development elsewhere in particular in the centre is at variance with national and
regional policy where the objective is to consolidate population in the metropolitan area. A more
balanced development of the county is sought in some submissions with suggestions of introducing
population targets for settlements established on
maximum town sizes. It is submitted that it is
preferable to have a larger number of medium sized towns and limit the growth of larger towns to help
to re-balance the county and build sustainable integrated communities.
Particular reference is made to the positioning of a number of settlements in the current hierarchy. In
particular changes are sought regarding the settlement of Straffan to a commuter town / small town,
the rural node of Castlemitchel to a settlement (revitalisation), the identification of a strategic objective
for Hazlehatch as a new settlement centre and Kilcullen to a lower order settlement. Particular reference
is made to the positioning of Kilcullen within the existing settlement hierarchy as a moderate growth
town linked to Naas and Newbridge and compares it to other towns in the county of the same
hierarchy. It is submitted that the scale of development for Kilcullen as a moderate growth town would
be inappropriate and any further development within Kilcullen must prioritise roads, schools and other
facilities first.
Reference is also made to the role of the rural settlements in the overall settlement hierarchy, the
amount of lands identified in policy theme boundaries, inadequate infrastructure in the settlements and
the issue of compliance with the local need / local growth categories. (see Section 6.2.1)
6.1.2
Manager’s Opinion
The Development Plan will set out the framework for sustainable development of the county over the
six year period of the Development Plan. The Development Plan must set out a core strategy for the
county with policies and objectives reflecting national and regional planning guidance. The Planning
Guidelines on Development Plans (2007) recommend that planning authorities set out a strategic vision
for their area. Arising from the public consultation process additional key issues for the strategic vision
include the areas of climate change/ energy efficiency and sustainable development which are accepted
as important principles in the overall vision for the county over the plan period.
Within the hierarchy of plans, the Regional Planning Guidelines 2004-2016 provide a long term strategic
planning framework for the development of the Greater Dublin Area and recommends a settlement
hierarchy as a core element of the guidelines. These will identify key locations and towns that growth in
population and economic activity is directed towards; and for services like transport, infrastructure and
social services to direct investment towards in order to achieve a joined up investment plan that will see
growth areas well served to meet their needs. Preparation of the Development Plan will have regard to
the settlement hierarchy proposed as part of the review of the Regional Planning Guidelines and will be
informed by a detailed analysis of all settlement centres throughout the county, to include the
availability of zoned lands and potential demands arising over the period of the plan.
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It should also be noted that the Regional Planning Guidelines have a critical role to play regarding
ensuring that the needs of future population growth is planned for and provided for within the
Development Plan of each Council. In this regard population allocations will be attributed under the
review of the Regional Guidelines to each region/county. The Draft Development Plan will thus be
framed having regard to these population allocations. Arising from these allocations assumptions will be
made regarding potential housing needs over the period of the County Development Plan. Under the
review of the Development Plan recommendations will be made regarding the distribution of the
population in line with sustainable planning policy, availability of resources and infrastructure and
environmental protection needs. The Development Plan Guidelines (2007) issued by the DoEHLG also
indicate that the quantification of housing needs and identifying locations for additional housing within
an objective, needs-driven framework, is a key way in which the objectivity and robustness of
Development Plans can be assured.
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6.2
Land Use Zoning / Policy Theme Boundaries
6.2.1
Summary of Issues Raised
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The most significant issue arising from the written submission relates specifically to the zoning of lands.
Many of the proposals relate to lands within or adjoining LAP boundaries, the environs of Naas, rural
settlements and other zoning proposals in rural locations outside or adjoining many existing settlement
boundaries.
Zonings within LAP Boundaries
Seven submissions were received relating to lands currently located within an area governed by a Local
Area Plan. The majority of the submissions are seeking the rezoning of lands for higher order uses
covering such uses as residential, commercial, employment, neighbourhood uses, education, recreation,
mixed use, industry/commercial, warehousing and town centre commercial use and amenity.
The
extent of the overall area to which zoning is identified is calculated at circa 39.78ha / 98.3 acres.
Downzoning of lands are sought in relation to two areas (Donaghcumper and Leixlip Amenity Centre).
Naas Environs Zonings
Twenty seven submissions received relate to lands within the environs of Naas and cover an area of
approx. 300ha / 742 acres of land. One submission relates to land within the administrative boundary of
Naas Town Council. The most significant proposals relate to lands between the administrative boundary
of Naas in a westward direction and in proximity to the Newhall Interchange and west along the dual
carriageway and N7 /M7 to Newbridge. These comprise a total of thirteen submissions with specific
zoning amounting to over 141ha / 349 acres. A further submission while not seeking the zoning of
lands refers to the strategic importance of a 43ha / 106 acres landholding for employment uses near
Newhall Interchange. The zonings sought range from industry, warehousing, agricultural related
industry to commercial and retail including retail warehousing.
Other significant proposals within the environs of Naas relate to lands at Pipers Hill with rezonings
sought for a total area of approx. 46.5ha / 115 acres. These zonings request that educational use
associated with the area be reflected in the zoning maps and also significant rezoning proposals for
residential, integrated leisure development and further hotel and leisure zonings. The other significant
proposals within the environs of Naas, include Osberstown Developments Ltd,
the former Magna
Donnelly site, Osberstown, Johnstown, Kerdifstown, Monread Road, Fishery Lane and Tipper Road.
Zonings sought cover a range of uses including enterprise and employment, commercial, industrial,
warehousing, residential, transport and utilities, community, recreation, leisure and amenity.
Rural Settlements
Nineteen submissions were received regarding the zoning of lands within the rural settlements or the
incorporation of further lands within the policy theme boundaries. In total, the extent of the land area
referred to is approx. 95.08ha / 235 acres of land and comprises 11 of the 37 rural settlements
designated in the rural areas.
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Specific reference is made to the role of the rural settlements in the overall settlement hierarchy and
the failure of the settlements to meet its goal of providing a viable alternative to “one off housing” or
affordable housing to rural people. The amount of lands identified in policy theme boundaries is also
queried together with the absence of educational provision in certain areas, inappropriate nature of
apartment development in villages/settlements, inadequate transportation infrastructure in the
settlements and ultimate cost of units. It is identified that significant infrastructural works are required
to facilitate developments in many of the settlements, the cost of which can only be recouped through
the selling price of units. In this regard, it is outlined that the density of housing should be lowered and
allow for small/private treatment systems. It is further submitted that the Council will have to be more
pro-active in providing infrastructure to these settlements from central government funding.
There is a difference of opinion expressed regarding the need for compliance with local need / local
growth in the settlements where a clearer definition of these categories is requested on the one hand
and the removal of these requirements is sought by others. It is submitted that the criteria within the
settlements are restrictive and resulting in vacancy levels throughout the county despite other
purchasers being available. An amendment is sought to the local need and local growth policy that
allows people the choice to live in the local area without having a connection to the area, thus allowing
free movement of people to decide where they want to live without restriction on their properties.
Rural Area Zoning Requests
A number of specific zonings are requested for lands within the rural countryside outside current LAP
boundaries. These comprise a total of 385ha / 951 acres and relate to lands at Ballymore Eustace,
Prosperous Road Clane, Johnstown, Brownstown, on the Allenwood to Carbury Road, Mayfield
Interchange, Rathangan Demesne, Tipper Naas, Castlewarden Interchange, Curryhills Prosperous,
Lullymore West, Blackhall Clane, Cornellscourt Newbridge, KClub Straffan, Kildare, Halverstown
Kilcullen, Broadford, Grangebeg Brannockstown, Twomilhouse, Athgarvan, Great Connell Newbridge,
Green Road Newbridge, Newtown Kildare and Stacumny Celbridge. These requests seek a wide range of
uses covering residential, enterprise, retirement village, recreation, light industry / warehousing, Motor
Service Area, general development, open space and amenity, employment generating uses, commercial,
business park, village lands, science and technology and integrated leisure.
6.2.2
Manager’s Opinion
The purpose of this stage of the Development Plan making process (the pre-Draft stage) is to set an
overall strategy for the development of the county and a broad policy structure to be contained in the
Draft Plan. The DoEHLG published ‘Development Plan Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ (2007), which
stresses the importance of focusing on strategic issues at this stage of reviewing the Development Plan.
The proper planning and sustainable development of the area requires that a strategic framework be
agreed and that the re-zoning of land can only be considered in this context. Zoning must be justified
on the basis of established need and support the aims and strategy of the plan. The Development Plan
will also focus on the promotion of a strategic sustainable development strategy that identifies an
appropriate hierarchy of employment centres that are related to the overall development strategy of the
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county, the availability of infrastructural requirements and sufficient critical mass to sustain economic
growth.
Development Plans / Local Areas Plans are in place for 27 towns and villages in the county and contain
appropriate provisions for various land-use zonings. Local Area Plans address relevant issues in greater
detail but must be consistent with the approach of the Development Plan for the overall area. The
Planning and Development (Amendment) Act 2002 requires that a Local Area Plan shall be consistent
with the objectives of the Development Plan. In this context the hierarchy of plans will be reviewed and
considered in the strategic context of the review of the new County Development Plan. It would
therefore be premature at this early stage of the process to make determinations on re-zoning proposal
in the absence of the appropriate detail on the strategic context of the Development Plan. When a
strategy and a set of policies have been drafted each re-zoning proposal will be considered in this
framework and in accordance with criteria for zoning set out in the DoEHLG Development Plan
Guidelines. The criteria are designed to allow the objective, consistent and transparent evaluation of
proposals.
The criteria will include:
National/Regional/Local Policy Context
Assessment of Need
Water, Drainage and Road infrastructure (existing and planned)
Supporting Infrastructure
Physical Suitability
Sequential Approach
The role of the settlements in the rural areas together with the issue of compliance criteria will be
reviewed and considered in the context of their future role as identified in the overall strategic
settlement hierarchy for the county as identified by the core strategy of the Plan.
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6.3
Economic Development and Employment
6.3.1
Summary of Issues Raised
Main Report
Given the economic downturn and rise in unemployment levels it is recognised from the public
consultation process that economic development and employment creation are key issues for
consideration in the forthcoming review of the Plan. The importance of competitiveness and economic
development is indicated as fundamental to the future growth of Kildare and should be intrinsically
considered within the future physical land use planning for the county.
Commercial and industrial development are to be actively encouraged which it is stated may require
local incentives to drive economic development together with the provision of water services throughout
the county. Support for indigenous enterprise, particularly small self employed operators in the provision
of low cost locations and incentive schemes is suggested with incentives achieved through planning
supports and preferential rate packages for limited periods. The role of the construction industry is
specifically referenced and in particular the use of development contributions, rates and government
funding to ensure the timely provision of same.
A more proactive role for the Council through the purchasing of land for suitable employment based
opportunities is also suggested to secure balanced development throughout the county. Identification of
strategic locations for development of high skills employment hubs is suggested together with the
promotion and support for incubator units for enterprise and R&D projects with sponsorship of these
initiatives. The need to create connections with third level institutes both in and close to the County in
supporting enterprise projects is also recognised. The development of an inland port at Cherryville in
Kildare is suggested together with the need for a more sustainable balance of employment throughout
the county.
Specific reference is also made to the importance and role of the tourism industry in the future
economic development of the county. Tourism is identified as a key focus particularly associated with
heritage, cultural and natural amenities and sporting activities. In order to make existing tourist assets
perform better for the county it is indicated that they need to operate more cohesively. In this regard it
is suggested that the Development Plan should make it an objective to work effectively with the key
operators in this industry in order to maximise returns from same. The Development Plan must also
apply a clear policy supporting the protection, consolidation and managed expansion of this established
tourism and employment resource. Fáilte Ireland and Keep Ireland Open have also recommended the
incorporation of specific policy statements to support the future development of the tourism industry
and accessibility to our national heritage and rural countryside.
In specific cases landuse zonings or strategic land banks have been identified for potential employment
creating opportunities. The DTO also recommends that the Plan build on the current pattern of
employment distribution by placing a high priority on the concentration of further employment and
population growth within a limited number of larger towns in the Mid Kildare corridor and northern
Kildare settlement cluster, thus strengthening their role as local economic drivers and as attractors of
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further inward investment. The scale of employment it suggests should also be compatible with the
preferred RPG distribution and the location of growth within the metropolitan area. Upgrading of the
two strategic rail corridors will also support stronger local economic synergies. It also advocates that a
strong emphasis be placed on the accommodation of further retail growth within existing town centres
at all levels in the retail hierarchy.
Regarding developments in rural areas it is submitted that the current policy of the Kildare Development
Plan affects local business types including working from home both office based and workshop based
and haulage / trucking operations. An amendment to the policy to provide a more flexible approach to
promote sustainable small and medium enterprise development in rural areas is requested.
6.3.2
Manager’s Opinion
While the county has performed well in an economic sense over the past decade and a half,
the
economic downturn will undoubtedly give rise to significant challenges in planning for economic
development.
The promotion of a strategic, sustainable economic strategy is a priority in the
preparation of this Development Plan and will seek to build on the current economic strategy for the
county “Competing in a Globalised World – An Economic Strategy for Kildare”.
The key message from the current economic strategy for the county is that Kildare has to compete
internationally in order to attract and retain investment and skills to stay ahead. It recognises that the
county will need to develop and attract more strategic activities in the manufacturing sectors and reorientate towards high value added traded services. At a strategic level it advocates the importance of
identifying locations that have the highest potential for the attraction of high-tech, high-value added
and research intensive activities and that these sites be ring fenced specifically for those developments.
It also recognises the need to cater for a wide range of business, residential and infrastructure
developments throughout the county.
The importance of quality of life is identified in the Economic Strategy as a key component to facilitate
future economic development, which depends not solely on employment status and income but on
factors such as commuting times, availability of childcare, recreation opportunities and on the quality of
the built and natural environment. These are key issues which will be considered in the context of the
review of the Development Plan. Specific actions to improve quality of life are identified which are to be
delivered through appropriate landuse planning considerations. These will be considered under this
review and include:
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Channelling residential developments to urban centres with facilities provided in
advance of housing developments
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Identify and protect a few suitable sites for high-tech development
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Concentrate retail developments into selected sites
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Ensure the appearance of developments complements existing environments and is of
the highest quality. Discourage impersonal monocultures
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Continue upgrading of main transport arteries. Improve the inter-urban non national
roads. Urgently facilitate park and ride facilities
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Expand waste capacity especially in terms of hazardous waste
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Expand the capacity of water and wastewater treatment constraints
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Identify potential capacity constraints on supply of electricity
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Increase and improve the range and quality of social and cultural facilities. Ensure
that there is a balance and range of facilities available for workers and their families
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Branding and promotion of the county
The Draft Development Plan will also seek to ensure the provision of adequately zoned and serviced
industrial and commercial sites at high quality locations preferable to industry, within the centres
selected for growth. Furthermore, the Plan will seek to promote a better balance between jobs and
population in settlements throughout the county and where appropriate encourage mixed use
settlement forms, in which jobs and residences are relatively close by thereby facilitating a more
sustainable settlement pattern throughout the county. It is also recognised that there is a need to take
the least restrictive enterprise land use approach to zoning of land consistent with good planning and to
facilitate high quality transportation and other economic infrastructure and to capitalise on the economic
potential of key transport corridors throughout the county.
The Draft Development Plan will also have regard to the Government’s framework for economic
recovery entitled “Building Irelands Smart Economy. A Framework for Sustainable Economic Renewal
2008”. This framework focuses on building a smart economy with a thriving enterprise sector, high
quality employment, secure energy supplies, an attractive environment and first class infrastructure.
The Council will also continue to facilitate and work in conjunction with national, regional and local
development agencies, including Forfás, IDA and Enterprise Ireland in attracting new industries to
Kildare. The Council will also work in partnership with the County Development Board, to ensure the
new Development Plan complements ‘Kildare 2012 – An Economic, Social & Cultural Strategy’.
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6.4
Residential Development
6.4.1
Summary of Issues Raised
Main Report
The main issues raised relate to the pace of residential development over the past number of years, the
dispersed nature of this development, the size of residential schemes, the provision of social and
affordable housing, apartment developments and rural housing provision.
Regarding the pattern of development it is submitted that there is a catch up required in the provision
of supporting social and community infrastructure to cater for the residential communities in many
towns and villages. It is also submitted that there is a need to integrate residential and employment
provision to create more sustainable communities and for new residential and commercial development
to be permitted only in locations within immediate walking distance to public transport.
Regarding the provisions of social and affordable housing the Construction Industry Federation,
indicates that affordability has improved by 40% and as such the need for affordable units is much less
than in 2003. Specific reference is made to the housing strategy and the need to reflect the current
economic and housing market. In this regard, it is felt that the level of Part V requirement should be
greatly reduced and reflected in the housing strategy and must provide for flexibility in determining the
percentage of lands to be reserved for this purpose.
It is also indicated that the Council should
commit to its funding of all requirements sought under Part V as part of pre-planning discussions.
A review of densities and the construction of schemes conducive to life long living is suggested together
with restriction on the size of residential schemes in both towns and villages. The specific needs of the
elderly are also outlined together with the requirement for serviced sites with specific design guidelines.
Concerns were raised regarding apartment development particularly within mixed unit schemes. It is
specifically requested that the existing policy regarding a mix of housing and apartments cease, having
regard to problems such as speeding, location of unsightly bins associated with apartment units and
conflicts between management companies and residents association.
The issue of rural housing was also raised focusing on the need for design guidance and clarity
regarding certain policy provisions. There was a difference of opinion regarding the current rural
housing criteria where loosening of restriction were sought in some submissions, others considered that
the existing local need policy catered for the general requirements of the rural dwellers, while others
considered that the level of one-off dwellings permitted in rural areas was having an adverse impact on
the rural landscape.
Other issues raised included the need to provide energy efficient homes.
6.4.2
Manager’s Opinion
Over the period 2005-2008 a total of 13,317 residential units have been constructed throughout the
county which has resulted in an associated demand for other social/community and other physical
infrastructure demands which in many areas have not kept apace with the levels of growth. In
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consideration of future residential developments the Draft Development Plan will reflect the planning
principles outlined in the DoEHLG recently published guidelines entitled “Sustainable Residential
Development in Urban Areas” (May 2009). Key issues outlined include:

Estimate of housing demand and type including social and affordable
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Use of sequential approach to zoning
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Consideration of public transport capacity
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Linkages to neighbourhoods, social/community facilities etc.
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Benefits of mixed use development
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Importance of overall design framework
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Provision and adequacy of open space
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Appropriate density levels
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Protection and enhancement of biodiversity

Adaptation to climate change
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Avoidance of natural hazards e.g. flooding.
The Planning and Development Act places a statutory obligation on planning authorities to ensure that
sufficient land is zoned for housing in the Development Plan to meet projected housing requirements
over the plan period. In order to maximise the utility of existing and future infrastructure provision and
promote the achievement of sustainability, a framework will be established under the County
Development Plan to cater for future housing demands of the county. In the preparation of the Draft
Development Plan the promotion of sustainable urban housing will be a priority. In this regard,
consideration of local housing needs will be required together with issues such as size of settlement
centre, proximity to employment centres, public transport, social and community infrastructure, energy
efficiency etc. Where apartment development is deemed appropriate the requirements of the DoEHLG
as outlined in “Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for new apartments” (Sept 2007) will be
required which addresses such issues as, floor areas, storage spaces, size of apartments, balconies/
patios and certain room dimensions.
The Guidelines relating to Part V of the Planning And Development Act, 2000 – Housing Supply –
Guidelines For Planning Authorities (Dec 2000) states that each Planning Authority is legally required to
prepare a housing strategy, which will cover the period of its Development Plan. The Council’s Housing
Strategy provides for different housing needs including social and affordable housing.
It will be
necessary to revise the Strategy for the period of the new Development Plan (2011 – 2017) and a Draft
Housing Strategy will be included in the Draft Plan.
Since the adoption of the current plan guidelines have issued regarding housing in rural areas. These
comprise Sustainable Rural Housing 2005 and the Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas
2009 (which contains a section on rural villages) and a circular issued by the Department on foot of a
formal notice from the European Commission (Circular SP 5/08). These documents will be reviewed
regarding appropriate policy directions for the Draft Development Plan.
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Regarding the provision of energy efficient homes, the National Climate Change Strategy 2007-2012
includes energy efficiency measures aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from residential
development. At the level of the individual house the focus is on construction standards and energy
technology while at a broader scale, sustainable residential development involves settlement patterns
that can help minimise transport related energy consumption and encourage energy efficient housing
layouts.
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6.5
Retail
6.5.1
Summary of Issues Raised
Main Report
The issue of retail and vacancy levels in many of the towns and villages throughout the county is a key
concern arising from the public consultation process. It is recognised that there is a need to reinforce
the town centres to ensure vibrant and appropriate mixed use areas supported by retail planning
policies with a strong emphasis placed on the accommodation of further retail growth within existing
town centres at all levels in the retail hierarchy. It is further submitted that the county does not need
further shopping centres with certain centres suffering from displacement. It is also recommended that
a specific zoning for retail multiples be identified as the location of such facilities largely dictates the
focus of the retail centre.
Regarding the Major Town Centre at Collinstown, two submission have been received one of which
requests the continuation of the designation of Collinstown as the Major Town Centre (MTC) and the
extension of the existing boundary to include additional lands for the Major Town Centre designation. It
is submitted that this is required to balance the disproportionate amount of industry and warehousing
zoned land and support the future delivery of the proposed Collinstown train station. A further
submission seeks the inclusion of specific policy / objectives in order to ensure the orderly and timely
provision of the MTC to include, reference to retail leakage, objective to provide a retail core minimum
of 65,000m2 net comparison, to facilitate the development of a large retail core, specific objective
regarding design and density, the provision of the train station and a review of the masterplan in
accordance with prevailing planning policy and having regard to the prevailing economic climate.
A number of specific issues were identified by Lidl Ireland regarding discount food stores including that
discount food stores within specific zonings should be permitted in principle on a more regular basis,
that Lidl stores be identified as important neighbourhood centre facilities and convenience shop to be
permitted in principle in Naas Environs (NE2). It further submits that the sequential test is no longer
significant or necessary and that edge of centre locations are suitable for discount stores with
expanding population edges. Reference is also made to qualitative issues. Specific requests are also
made regarding the need to zone additional lands within particular towns throughout the county for
retail purposes.
A number of specific submissions have also been received regarding the zoning of lands for particular
retail purposes including significant proposals within the environs of Naas including the change in part
of the zoning at Newbridge Road from Industry and Warehousing to Neighbourhood Retail for Aldi
Stores (Ireland), further retail warehousing at Newhall Interchange and significant retailing at the
former Magna Donnelly site in the environs of Naas.
6.5.2
Manager’s Opinion
A clear retail hierarchy exists in the current County Development Plan. This seeks to meet the retail
needs of the county, to address retail leakage and to provide an efficient, equitable and sustainable
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spatial distribution of floorspace throughout the county. It further seeks to encourage and facilitate the
preservation and enhancement of the retail role of villages and settlements in the county.
There is also a need to ensure that there is sufficient retail floorspace and that this floorspace is located
in an efficient, equitable and sustainable manner. Maintaining the future viability and vitality of existing
Town Centres as shopping and commercial centres will also be an important objective of the proposed
Draft Plan. The Council will seek to enhance the urban environment of these centres.
A new Retail Strategy is currently being prepared which will have regard to forecasted population
growth in Kildare and distribution trends in accordance with the Regional Planning Guidelines and will
identify the location and quantum of both convenience and comparison retail facilities throughout the
county in order to inform future retail proposals. A Draft Retail Strategy is expected in Autumn 2009.
The retail chapter of the County Development Plan 2011-2017 will subsequently be drafted based on
the findings and recommendations of the Retail Strategy. The issue of retailing and any designations
will be examined in the course of preparing the proposed Draft Plan.
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6.6
Movement and Transport
6.6.1
Summary of Issues Raised
Main Report
Infrastructural deficits at particular locations, inadequate public transportation system, the need for
interconnectivity and sustainable development through the integration of land use and transportation
are identified as key issues. It is recommended that transport infrastructure should be planned for on
the basis of integration between modes, the integration of land use and transportation planning, the
optimisation of public transport, walking and cycling mode share and the consolidation of development.
Public Transport
Many submissions support the development of public transport services linking the county towns and
villages, together with feeder buses to link areas where there is a public transport deficit. It is submitted
that the use of rail networks between major towns in Kildare should be considered with sustainability
indicators used to determine journey times and mobility across the county. It is indicated in a number
of submissions that the associated strengthening of the two strategic transport corridors in the county
should serve to support the greater concentration of future population and employment growth within
the higher order settlements located along them.
Traffic Management and Planning
The NRA advocates that the key to sustainable development comprises a strong link and co-ordination
between objectives of the county’s spatial settlement policy and those of transport policy makers. It also
recommends that the Draft Plan reflects and safeguard the strategic role of the national network in
catering for the safe and efficient movement of major inter-urban and inter-regional traffic to allow
effective delivery and service of the investment made. Developments close to or at junctions which
compromise the capacity and efficiency and safety of the national road/associated junctions should be
avoided. It advocates solutions whereby local traffic generated by developments is catered for primarily
within the framework of the non-national road network.
Reference is also made in a number of
submissions to the need to comply with policy documents including ‘A Platform for Change’, ‘Transport
21’, ‘Smarter Travel – A Sustainable Transport Future, A New Transport Policy for Ireland 2009-2020’
and the ‘National Cycle Policy Framework’. Other traffic related issues include reference to the Leinster
Outer Orbital Route, car parking management and controls and impact on commercial properties in
town centres due to car parking restrictions and pricing controls adversely impacting the business
environment.
Cycling and Walking
It is recommended that specific policies should be included in the Draft Development Plan that promote
cycling and walking, reduce or remove constraints to cycling and walking, provide appropriately
designed safe, legible, continuous and comfortable routes, ensure the permeability of new development
areas and identify and implement or maintain key walking networks on the basis of local trip attractors
and public transport services.
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Aerodromes
Four submissions were received regarding air transportation. These cover the two existing aerodromes
at Weston and Kilrush within the county and a proposed international airport in County Offaly. A
concept based on the economic development of the county also identifies the potential for an airport
between the Naas and Maynooth area. Weston specifically seeks recognition of its current status (Code
B) and Kilrush seeks recognition in a specific policy statement generally to support its further
development of facilities. The proposal for an international airport in Offaly identifies the positive spin
off potential of such a development in close proximity to the county boundary and request that Kildare
County Council have due regard to this proposal in the preparation of the Draft Development Plan.
6.6.2
Manager’s Opinion
Integrated land use and transportation has a key role in delivering social, economic and environmental
sustainability. It is also clear from the volume of written submissions which raised the issue and from
the concern expressed at the public consultation meetings that this is an issue which people view as
critical to their quality of life.
The Council retains a clear focus on the need to underpin the planning process with an integrated
approach to sustainable transport which is based on the broad principle of focusing significant
infrastructural works in the main development centres and key growth centres in accordance with the
Council’s settlement strategy. It is also proposed to facilitate the provision of both strategic and local
park and ride facilities at appropriate locations in the county along strategic transportation corridors.
‘Transport 21’ and the ‘Smarter Travel Policy for Ireland 2009 – 2020’, place an increasing emphasis on
the provision of public transport, a critical feature of a sustainable and integrated transportation
network. The promotion of modal split to sustainable and public transport through land use and
transportation planning is a central feature of the preparation of a local perspective on sustainable
transport.
In relation to some of the issues raised, (e.g. public transport improvements), these strictly-speaking fall
under the control of other agencies such as the transport-providers. However, as a Roads Authority and
as a key player in the development arena with a remit for the promotion of sustainable development,
the Council has the potential to influence the decisions of other relevant agencies. As such, the new
Draft Development Plan should reflect this with policies to promote sustainable patterns of development
and to promote and improve public transport.
It is considered that some of the other issues raised could be addressed at the planning and design
stage of developments e.g. traffic calming and an improved environment for pedestrians and cyclists.
Through better design incorporating current thinking and best practice from experience in other
locations, more people-friendly places can be created. In areas already developed which are
experiencing traffic problems, it will be necessary to work with existing infrastructure in order to create
an improved environment e.g. through installation of traffic calming measures, cycle lanes, improved
footpaths, etc.
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With respect to individual road proposals and submissions regarding both aerodromes/airports these will
be examined in the review of the Council’s movement and transportation strategy.
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6.7
Infrastructure and Environment
6.7.1
Summary of Issues Raised
Main Report
Infrastructure and environmental issues to include the provision of water, waste water, waste
infrastructure and energy and telecommunications together with climate change and flooding comprised
a significant issue at both the public consultation meetings and the written submissions.
Environmental Services
Water Supply
The need for water conservation is identified as a key issue with the need to minimise water leakage
from public water mains and the need to promote optimal use of potable water by consumers with the
introduction of
water charging. Furthermore it is recommended that new developments should be
encouraged to capture and re-use rain-water and policies included to ensure proper assessment of all
water abstractions. Potential future constraints on water supply in the Castledermot area are also
highlighted by Carlow County Council.
Wastewater
The significant constraint surrounding waste water capacity particularly in the central area of the county
has been identified in a number of submissions. Given the infrastructural constraints it is submitted that
most of the zoned land in central Kildare cannot be developed as set out in the current Development
Plan.
It is suggested that given the constraints on the capacity of the River Liffey following the
upgrading of Osberstown the next option is the pumping of wastewater to north Dublin for treatment. A
number of points are outlined to improve the current situation including, promotion of PPP’s, efficient
and streamlined off setting approach, developers grouping together to facilitate infrastructural works,
the preparation by the Council of an Indicative Infrastructure Project Management Plan identifying those
parcels of land where there are infrastructure deficiencies and the timescale to be addressed. Concerns
are also expressed regarding the delivery of the treatment plant for Kildare town and the obligations
placed on the local authority to meet good status in water quality by 2015 under the Water Framework
Directive.
Waste Management
The importance of recycling facilities and waste management, together with planned drop-off points
with communal composting facilities is identified as an issue in a number of submissions. Reference is
made by a waste operator to the adoption of the Kildare Waste Management Plan 2005-2010, the
publication of a National Strategy on Biodegradable Waste in 2006 and the programme for Government
2007-2012 which it is indicated should be taken into account in the formulation of the next Plan.
Furthermore, it is indicated that the outcome of the international waste review and the preparation of
the new Kildare Waste Management Plan should be considered. The needs of the county regarding
landfill should also be clarified in the Plan.
The delivery of appropriate waste facilities and the
identification and allocation of suitable sites for waste industry is also highlighted in a submission with
the identification of a potential site for a materials recovery facility at Castlewarden. It is submitted that
the overall assessment of where new waste facilities should go needs to be expanded to examine the
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most suitable locations for all types and scales of waste facility not just recycling/collection facilities. A
number of planning criteria are outlined for consideration in the determination of suitable locations for
such developments.
Noise
A number of submissions make reference to noise impacts and recommend incorporation of policies
regarding noise pollution and the incorporation of mitigation measures where developments result in a
breach of the noise design goals on national roads.
Energy and Telecommunications
Electricity Network
Submissions from Eirgrid and the ESB seek support for the development of the electricity network and
identify specific projects for reference in the forthcoming Plan together with appropriate policies and
specific objectives to be included. Submission also seeks acknowledgement in the Plan that the
development of secure and reliable electricity transmission infrastructure is a key factor supporting
social and economic development and attracting investment to an area.
It is identified that the
provision of overhead lines is the preferred means of distributing electricity and recommends that the
Plan recognise and express in policy and text objectives the concept and principles of strategic
corridors. It is submitted that renewable energy targets can only be achieved if the national
transmission network is facilitated, strengthened and upgraded.
Telecommunications
A number of submissions seek the further development of telecommunications infrastructure with
particular reference to the extension of broadband infrastructure throughout the county. The need to
control the siting of telephone transmitters was identified particularly the siting of such infrastructures
at schools, hospitals and where such infrastructure would impinge on public rights of way.
Energy Efficiency
It is recommended that energy efficiency should be elevated to an overall Development Plan objective
and that an integrated approach should be adopted throughout the Development Plan. The issue of
climate change should be comprehensively considered and integrated into the Plan. The Plan also needs
to direct future development to reduce emissions and energy use.
Climate Change and Flooding
The inclusion of flooding considerations is welcomed together with the opportunity afforded to address
not only flooding but also the issue of ecological sustainability associated with reduced summer base
flows in surface waters. It is recommended that maps showing aquifers and areas subject to flooding
should be included in the Draft Plan.
Manager’s Opinion
The provision or the facilitation of the provision of infrastructure is a mandatory objective required by
the Planning Act to be included in the Development Plan. As such, the Draft Plan will include objectives
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for the provision of adequate services for zoned land and the development and improvement of water
supply and drainage systems to meet the anticipated requirements of the county.
The Council’s ‘Assessment of Needs’ for water services capital works provides the basis for scheme
approval and scheduling under the ‘Water Services Investment Programme’. Prioritisation of projects
and the scheduling of construction works will depend on DoEHLG approval and Government
commitment to funding. The strategy of the new County Development Plan in relation to water services
will be in line with the “Assessment of Needs” programme.
Waste management objectives and strategies for the county are set out in the Waste Management Plan
2005-2010. The principal aim of the plan is to promote waste prevention and minimisation through
source reduction, producer responsibility and public awareness. The Waste Management Plan 20052010 is currently being revised and the emphasis of the new Draft Plan will be towards minimisation and
treatment of waste produced in the county will be reviewed in the context of the new Development
Plan. The new Waste Management Plan will inform the preparation of the new Draft Plan regarding the
relevant policies and objectives to facilitate waste infrastructure throughout the county.
A Noise Action Plan has been prepared in accordance with the Environmental Noise Regulations 2006 to
limit noise from major roads and within areas of large conurbations. As thresholds for
urban/road/aircraft noise nuisance reduce in 2012 under the 2006 Regulations, the review of the Plan
will incorporate appropriate requirements for future developments to be future-proofed to comply with
the 2006 Regulations.
Issues relating to the development of the electricity network and broadband infrastructure in the county
will be addressed as part of a renewed emphasis on promoting economic development in the county,
particularly in light of the decline in economic activity at national and international levels. The issue of
telecommunications equipment will also be examined. There is a need to establish an acceptable
balance in the interests of realising the potential economic benefits of emerging new technology.
The protection of surface
water quality and ecology systems is a key priority which will now be
informed by the Eastern and South Eastern River Basin Management Plans and indeed the overarching
Water Framework Directive. These plans contain core objectives which include restoring good status to
waterbodies, preventing deterioration, achieving protected area objectives and reducing chemical
pollution. A management strategy to achieve these core objectives will address major pressures such as
municipal wastewater treatment systems, industry and agriculture. The new Draft Development Plan will
review as appropriate the inclusion of relevant management plan objectives and recommendations as
they relate to land use planning considerations.
Comprehensive consideration of flood risk is now a key requirement in the preparation of Development
Plans. The drafting of the new Plan will take cognisance of the guidelines issued by the DoEHLG in
relation to flood prevention.
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risk assessment. Mitigating climate change can also be achieved by integrating land-use and
transportation and by promoting and facilitating development to be more energy efficient.
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6.8
Social Inclusion, Community and Recreation
6.8.1
Summary of Issues Raised
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Social inclusion, community and recreational facilities including the provisions of schools, community
facilities, multi purpose use of community facilities, open space, recreational amenities, tourism
facilities, care of the elderly and mobility impaired are identified as key issues. The need to develop
social infrastructure in tandem with development is recognised as of paramount importance. In this
regard the introduction of a matrix of necessary supports for each level of population growth is
recommended and growth conditioned on same.
It is requested that a policy be introduced to seek “Age Friendly” status for Kildare which would enable
older persons with reduced mobility to be socially included. The Disability Federation also request that
the Plan considers disability at every stage in the planning process and that the disabled remain a key
group when developing the Plan.
The provision of schools at appropriate locations is a significant concern for residents of the county
together with the requirement to establish future demand for places. It is also suggested that the
provision of primary education sites should be negotiated as part of community gain.
Submissions also requested a wide variety of community facilities such as identification / zoning of lands
to facilitate particular clubs in the county, libraries, and specific requests regarding the siting of the
county museum. In general it is requested that in relation to new development sufficient space be
given to recreational and play areas appropriately lit and properly surfaced within new housing
development and that adjacent land be utilized for community sporting uses.
It is recommended that the county needs a parks department and towns need attractive multi use well
maintained green spaces. The opportunity to create linear parks along riverbanks is also identified with
specific mention of the Liffey Valley Amenity Park, the importance of the canal corridors, water
corridors, mountainous areas, rural tourism and walking and cycling routes throughout the county.
Submissions also identify the need to outline specific policies for public rights of way together with the
provision of reasonable access to the countryside and the protection of established walking routes.
Manager’s Opinion
The County Development Plan will seek to assist and facilitate in the improvement of existing social,
community and cultural facilities as appropriate within the county and make adequate provision for the
development of new facilities. It will also seek to address the issues of social inclusion.
The National Action Plan for Social Inclusion 2007-2016 details the main sections of society and the
needs of each in terms of achieving social inclusion and tackling poverty and access to quality services.
All sections of society have distinct needs and the provision of such can shape social inclusion. In
providing for such needs the provisions of the National Report on Strategies for Social Protection and
Social Inclusion 2008-2010 will be reviewed. The Draft Development Plan will also have regard to the
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County Development Board Strategy, “Kildare 2012- An Economic, Social and Cultural Strategy for
Kildare”. This policy area will address quality of life issues such as: access to public transport and places
of work, encouraging quality new residential development with facilities and play areas; incorporating
housing strategy objectives to provide diverse communities and requiring the built environment to
respond to the needs of those with disabilities and planning for the needs of elder members of the
community.
Regarding community infrastructure it is recognised that the provision of such infrastructure contributes
to the quality of life for citizens in Kildare and it is important that such facilities be provided in tandem
with the provision of residential developments.
Sustainable neighbourhoods require a range of
community facilities. In recognition of the major concerns regarding community facilities and services, it
is considered that the new Draft Plan should contain a strong commitment to retaining and facilitating
the provision of essential services in settlements within safe walking distance of communities together
with the promotion of a collaborative approach by all stakeholders on the identification and provision of
community facilities on an on-going basis to ensure that appropriate facilities are provided where
necessary.
The provisions of schools for the existing and the future population of the county will be considered in
the context of the joint code of practice on Provision of Schools and the Planning System (August
2008) published by the Department of Education and Science and the Department of Environment,
Heritage and Local Government. While central government through the Department of Education and
Science is responsible for the delivery of educational facilities and services the Development Plan will
establish a framework to ensure adequate serviceable land is available at appropriate locations to meet
current and envisaged future requirements over the period of the plan. The Planning Authority will also
continue its collaborative approach with the Department of Education to ensure the appropriate
provision of such facilities throughout the county. Similarly, the Department’s guidelines on childcare
facilities (DoEHLG, 2001) will also be reviewed in the context of the provision of appropriate childcare
facilitates throughout the county. These guidelines emphasise the importance of local assessment of
need at the Development Plan or Local Area Plan stage.
Open space and recreation are also viewed as important issues which contribute greatly to quality of
life. Open space standards have tended to focus on quantitative standards, but there is now an
increasing focus on the quality of open space including quality of design, accessibility, variety, shared
use, biodiversity, SUDS and provision for allotments and community gardens. While quantitative
standards are likely to continue to be used greater consideration of qualitative standards will also be
considered in the Draft Development Plan.
The amenity, environmental and recreational value of both the River Liffey and the River Barrow to the
county are of significant importance. The Development Plan will include policies relating to the
recreational, environmental, amenity uses of the rivers and their valleys.
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6.9
Architecture and Design
6.9.1
Summary of Issues Raised
Main Report
The most significant concern arising in relation to architecture and design related to the need for new
developments to promote the existing character in townscapes with designs that reinforce distinctive
local patterns. In this regard, the preparation of a more prescriptive design manual and generic award
winning designs is suggested with the introduction of a county design award competition. Design
statements are also recommended for LAP settlements to ensure the cohesive development of the
settlement giving residents a sense of place and continuity. The design of rural housing, clustering and
restoration are identified as important issues together with the importance of siting and landscape
considerations.
It was recommended that new policies be incorporated for design together with policies to facilitate the
integration of urban expansion into existing core areas. Provision of design-led advice to accommodate
developments is also advocated. The preparation of specific planning guidelines is recommended for
heritage towns and the adoption of a county wide policy aimed at conserving important historic houses
and their planned and landscaped demesnes. In certain circumstances, it is recognised that
contemporary architecture of a high design standard should be encouraged and promoted to ensure a
legacy of built form for the future. New developments should also provide for a greater level of
architectural integration with towns and be supported by an effective town centre policy.
Regarding developments in rural areas it is recommended that a robust approach to rural design is
required and reference in this regard is made to the Cork Rural Design Guide. It is also indicated that
the assessment of building height in rural areas is problematic and needs to be considered and written
into the development control policy to allow designers flexibility. One submission also recommends the
introduction of a quota system per annum, - to provide for orderly growth and also help to maintain a
rural urban population ratio for the county which would also seek to protect our rural heritage.
6.9.2
Manager’s Opinion
It is intended that the Draft Development Plan will incorporate a chapter to outline appropriate rural and
urban generic design principles which will seek to develop a high quality environment through good
place making. This will have regard to various documents published by the government including
“Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities- Best Practice Guidelines for Delivering Homes Sustaining
Communities 2007; Urban Design Manual; a Best Practice Guide May 2009 and Sustainable Residential
Development in Urban Areas Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ May 2009”.
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Landscape, Natural Heritage and Biodiversity.
6.10.1 Summary of Issues Raised
A significant number of submissions address heritage issues which deal with the importance of
identifying goals and objectives to conserve the heritage of the county together with the significance of
certain national and international sites. The issues covered include the importance of heritage towns,
designed landscapes, river corridors, biodiversity, rural countryside areas, recreation, the need to
protect views and prospects and particular structures and features in our landscape.
Numerous submissions reference the River Liffey contributing to the county’s high quality environment
and the importance of the establishment of an Area of Special Amenity in the Liffey Valley through the
acquisition of lands and by not facilitating permission for developments that would compromise this
goal. It is further indicated that zonings should not conflict with the establishment of a Liffey Valley Park
and in this regard the zoning of Donaghcumper Demense is indicated as an anomaly which should be
reviewed with the interrelationship between Castletown, Donaghcumper and St Wolstans. The
conservation of the landscapes of other significant riverside estates is also highlighted together with the
need for tree protection orders and promotion of appropriate tree re-planting schemes. The Eastern
Regional Fisheries Board also submits that the Council maintain watercourses and riparian zones in their
natural state, protect habitats outside designated areas and provide undisturbed buffer zones between
development areas and river banks.
Regarding important landscape areas reference is made to the 1999 County Development Plan which
identified landscape areas of special amenity which were omitted in the current plan. It is suggested
that these special amenity areas should be reintroduced in the new Plan.
It is submitted that biodiversity and important wildlife habitats not afforded protected at national or EU
level need to be designated for wildlife conservation on a county level as local biodiversity areas thereby
confirming its value to nature. Proposals have been forwarded for particular biodiversity areas
throughout the county with recommendations to include the main points of the Biodiversity Plan and
detailing of pressures on same. Consideration of protected, vulnerable and sensitive aquatic species are
also highlighted as priority when formulating the new CDP.
6.10.2 Manager’s Opinion
It is clear from the submissions that the landscape, natural heritage and biodiversity resources of the
county are an integral part of the lives of residents and they should therefore be conserved, managed
and enhanced.
The Council has a role in the preservation of the landscape, views and amenities of places and features
of natural beauty within the county. The new Plan will seek the protection and enhancement of the
county’s landscape including river corridors and to ensure that development respects and where
necessary, enhances the appearance and character of the existing local landscape. This can be achieved
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through the adoption of policies and objectives and their implementation through the development
management process.
The Planning and Development Act 2000 also requires the incorporation of policies and objectives in the
Draft Development Plan to protect and conserve natural heritage and the various designated nature
conservation sites throughout the county. These include a proposed Special Protection Area, seven
proposed Special Areas of Conservation, twelve proposed Natural Heritage Areas. Other designated
areas include Sites of Geological Importance, Sites of Archaeological Importance, Tree Protection Orders
etc. Further appropriate designations can be considered in the preparation of the forthcoming draft
Plan.
The new Plan will continue to, encourage the protection and conservation of natural heritage and
biodiversity through the County Heritage Plan. The objectives of the current Heritage Plan and the
findings of the evaluation on this plan will feed into policies and objectives for the new County
Development Plan.
Regarding biodiversity, it is recognised that biological communities perform a variety of functions within
ecosystems, including regulation of climatic processes, breakdown of waste, recycling of nutrients,
maintenance of soil fertility and provision of natural resources and therefore its protection is of prime
importance. Much of our biodiversity is unprotected and occurs outside designated areas. In recognition
of this, Development Plan policies and objectives should aim to preserve the more widespread features
such as streams, small woodlands and species-rich grasslands
A County Biodiversity Plan was prepared for County Kildare and adopted in November 2008. The policies
and objectives of the new Draft Development Plan which serve to protect and enhance biodiversity will
fully reflect, and will be compatible with, the Heritage and Biodiversity Plans for the County.
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6.11
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Architectural and Archaeological Heritage
6.11.1 Summary of Issues Raised
Twenty six submission were received regarding architectural and archaeological heritage. These focus
on the area of protected structures and other features of architectural heritage. Other areas of note
include Architectural Conservations Areas and the further examination of features of archaeological
interest.
It is requested that a number of properties be removed from the record of protected structures (RPS)
for various reasons. Additions to the RPS are proposed for 18th century canal bridges, old masonry
walls, old canal bridges, all old masonry river and railway bridges and other structures throughout the
county. The protection of the curtilage and setting of protected structures, is identified as a priority
including sensitive demesne houses and historic features. It is indicated that the new Plan should take a
more precautionary approach in its assessment of the impact of planning applications on the setting of
any nearby protected structures with the designation of protected structure extending to safeguard
structures against the negative effects of any inappropriate development in their proximity that would
materially or adversely affect their character and setting and/or injure in any way their residential
amenity. Specific proposals are also outlined regarding views of particular structures.
Submissions relating to Architectural Conservation Areas requests their designation in other
areas
throughout the county.
The protection of archaeological heritage is also an issue which featured in the submissions in the form
of requests to protect certain features in the forthcoming Plan, together with the promotion of
archaeological landscapes.
6.11.2 Managers Opinion
While the current County Development Plan contains a Record of Protected structures covering 732
structures it is proposed to conduct a comprehensive review of each structure on that list. Furthermore,
the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage for County Kildare provided the Council with
recommendations for further additions to the Record of Protected Structures (RPS). Each of these
properties will be assessed and a report presented to the Council as part of the Development Plan
Review. This will ensure that only appropriate structures are retained or recommended for inclusion on
the RPS.
Under the Planning and Development Act, 2000, there are now powers to designate statutory
conservation areas which are termed ‘Architectural Conservation Areas’ (ACAs).
During the
Development Plan review process the Planning Authority will seek to identify other potential ACAs within
the county.
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Rural Development and Natural Resources
6.12.1 Summary of Issues raised
The primary concern under this heading relates to the importance of the rural areas in the future
economic development of the county and the role and importance of part time equine and agricultural
activity in the rural areas. It is recommended that the development of small and medium on –farm
enterprises is necessary to encourage job creation in rural areas. Reference is also made to the cost of
upgrading storage facilities in Kildare - €25m under the nitrates regulations with many new buildings
erected. It is requested that the Council should consider a change of use for some of the older buildings
which could encourage enterprise creation on farm and local employment.
It is also stated that different farming enterprises make the countryside attractive for weekend
recreational use which while welcomed and encouraged should not set the agenda for this working
environment by encouraging blanket designation which sterilises rural communities.
Regarding the provision of aggregates the Irish Concrete Federation recommends that the Planning
Authority make adequate provision within policies to ensure the ongoing availability of an adequate
supply of aggregates for the construction industry at the best balance of social, economic and
environmental cost, whilst ensuring that extraction and development are consistent with the principles
of sustainable development.
6.12.2
Manager’s Opinion
The forthcoming Draft County Development Plan will include policies, which will encourage rural
development in the county and will seek to recognise the changing nature of rural communities within
the county. Since 2005 the Rural Development Programme for Ireland 2007-2013 has been published
by Government as well as the National Development Plan 2007 which has a strong rural chapter and
The European Agriculture Rural Development Fund was agreed in 2006. These documents all show a
marked shift away from direct supports and towards environmental improvements and rural
development initiatives. The Plan will need to consider the planning issues emerging from a changing
rural economy and what appropriate policies can help support sustainable rural economies.
In relation to agriculture and the equine industry, the current County Development Plan 2005-2011,
seeks to promote a vibrant, environmentally sustainable and well managed agricultural, horticultural,
forestry sector and bloodstock / equine industry, which contributes to a dynamic and successful rural
economy. The plan also recognises that the diversification of agriculture should take place in a manner
that will ensure that protection is afforded to the environment. It is expected that the review of the
current Plan will continue to have regard to the importance of encouraging agricultural development
and diversification in rural areas and to expanding agricultural activity and rural development in the
county, whilst having regard to environmental considerations and appropriate planning considerations.
The extractive industry is recognised as an important activity in the future development of the county.
However, balance must be achieved in terms of provision and demand for deposits and the mitigation
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and protection of the county’s landscape, heritage and amenity. Chapter 2 entitled “Development Plan
Policies in relation to Quarries” will also be reviewed in the preparation of policy in the relation to this
topic in the forthcoming Draft Development Plan.
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6.13 Strategic Environmental Assessment
6.13.1 Summary of Issues Raised
A number of submissions reference specifically the issue of Strategic Environmental Assessment. The
Eastern Regional Fisheries Board references the need to determine the likely significant environmental
effects of the proposed Plan for the sustainable development of the inland and marine fisheries
resource. Some key issues for consideration include, water quality, surface water hydrology, fish
spawning and nursery areas, passage of migratory fish, areas of natural heritage importance including
geological heritage sites, biological diversity, ecosystem structure and functioning, sport and commercial
fishing and angling and amenity and recreation.
It is also indicated that environmental indicators must be used robustly in an iterative process and
realistic alternatives evaluated which must inform decision making process and analyses policies in
terms of their future sustainability as well as conservation. It is also suggested that proposed
infrastructure projects should be dependent upon an up to date cost benefit analysis and also on ‘oil
vulnerability’ analysis.
6.13.2
Manager’s Opinion
Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) is a formal process that involves the systematic evaluation of
the likely significant environmental effects of implementing the new County Development Plan before a
decision has been made to adopt it. An SEA is carried out as a parallel process to the County
Development Plan. Any significant environmental effects must be taken into account prior to the
adoption of the Plan. Submissions received in relation to the SEA have been referred to the SEA
Consultants for their consideration.
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Part 3
County Manager’s Recommendations on Policies to be
contained in the Draft County Development Plan
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7.0
7.0.1
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Introduction
This part of the report sets out recommendations on the broad policies to be included in the
Draft Development Plan. It is presented mainly as a response to the issues raised in the
public submissions. The statutory requirements of the Planning and Development Act 2000
must also be followed. These requirements are set out in Appendix H of this Report.
7.0.2
The Draft Plan will have regard to the objectives of the Government and Ministers of the
Government. With regard to these, some of the principal documents and guidelines are set
out at Appendix G. They include the National Spatial Strategy, the National Development
Plan, Regional Planning Guidelines, Sustainable Development – A Strategy for Ireland, Retail
Planning Guidelines, Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas etc.
7.0.3
The Regional Planning Guidelines and the Retail Planning Strategy for the Greater Dublin
Area are among the documents which help set the role of the county in its strategic context.
A number of plans and programmes including the 2005 Development Plan, the County
Development Board Strategy Kildare 2012-A Strategy for the Social, Economic and Cultural
Development of Kildare, the Council’s Corporate Plan 2005-2009 and Economic Strategy
Competing in a Globalised World – An Economic Strategy for Kildare have set out strategies
for the social, economic and cultural development of the county.
7.0.4
The recommendations set out below are indicative of the wording of policies to be included in
the Draft Plan.
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Manager’s Recommended Policy Approaches
Overall Strategy
Recommended
Approach
Policy
Set out a core strategy which ensures that Development Plan policies
and objectives reinforce and support national and regional policies in a
manner consistent with the National Spatial Strategy and Regional
Planning Guidelines.
Seek to deliver through the incorporation of policies and objectives in
the Development Plan a strategic vision of the county which seeks to:
-
develop a unique identity and build on the strengths of
the county
-
facilitate the provision of high quality employment
opportunities
-
build
communities
concurrent
with
appropriate
educational, community and recreational facilities
-
create quality urban and rural environments
-
provide sustainable infrastructure with necessary internal
and external connections
-
promote climate change and energy efficiency through
the integration of land use and transportation and by
promoting and facilitating development to be more energy
efficient
-
ensure objectives are set in accordance with policies for
sustainable development of the county and its resources
Provide for an appropriate distribution of population to settlement
centres in line with sustainable planning policy, availability of resources
and infrastructure and environmental protection needs.
Ensure the settlement strategy is responsive to issues such as
sustainable development, efficient transport, employment projections,
population projections and balanced regional development.
Continue to develop a hierarchy of high quality, vibrant urban centres.
Establish an appropriate framework to ensure an adequate supply of
zoned land to meet anticipated needs and encourage sustainable
development by promoting the best use of building land by optimising
services and infrastructure through the consolidation of urban centres.
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Maintain the unique identity and integrity of existing urban areas
through consolidation and seek to avoid the coalescence of settlement
centres throughout the county.
Land Use Zoning
Recommended
Conduct
an
objective,
needs
driven
assessment
of
future
Policy Approach
development requirements for land use zonings in accordance with
the criteria set out by the DoEHLG in this Manager’s report (Section
6.6.2).
Identify an appropriate hierarchy of employment centres that are
related to the overall development strategy of the county, the
availability of infrastructural requirements and sufficient critical mass
to sustain economic growth.
Establish a framework to ensure that sufficient lands are zoned
within the context of the Development Plan / Local Area Plans as
appropriate on a town by town basis.
Reassess zoning objectives in the current Development Plan to
determine if they should be amended, omitted or retained in the
new Plan.
Provide for a reassessment of all land use zonings and development
matrices including the addition of new zonings / changes to the
matrices if appropriate.
Review and make recommendations regarding the role of the rural
settlements in the context of the counties settlement strategy.
Economic Development and Employment
Recommended
Provide an appropriate hierarchy of employment centres that are
Policy Approach
related to the overall development strategy of the county, the
availability of infrastructural requirements and sufficient critical mass
to sustain economic growth.
Identify locations that have the highest potential for the attraction of
high-tech, high value added and research intensive activities.
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Encourage a wide range of locations within the county for different
scale and types of enterprise and employment opportunities from
international business parks to enterprise centres.
Ensure sufficient serviced land is provided to facilitate inward
investment and local economic development and expansion.
Review the industrial zoning objectives in the Development Plan and
where appropriate take the least restrictive enterprise land use
approach to zoning of land consistent with good planning.
Facilitate high quality transportation to improve access and mobility
throughout the county and facilitate the provision of other economic
infrastructure to support enterprise.
Promote a better balance between jobs and population in
settlements throughout the county and where appropriate encourage
mixed use settlement forms, in which jobs and residences are
relatively close by thereby facilitating a more sustainable settlement
pattern throughout the county.
Facilitate future economic development of the county through the
implementation of landuse planning considerations which impact on
quality of life.
Promote the advantages of the county nationally and internationally
to attract major investment.
Encourage development of tourism infrastructure in a sustainable
and sensitive manner that maximises the recreational and tourist
potential of the county’s natural and built assets.
Residential Development
Recommended
Prepare a Housing Strategy to cover the plan period 2011-2017
Policy Approach
providing a framework for the sufficient supply of land to meet the
projected housing needs of in the county.
Ensure that the broad range of housing needs is catered for
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throughout the county through the provision of an appropriate mix
of good quality well designed residential units which allow for
adaptability.
Ensure apartment development where deemed appropriate is
provided in accordance with the minimum requirements of the
DoEHLG
as outlined in “Sustainable Urban Housing: Design
Standards for new apartments” (Sept 2007)
Promote high quality residential environments – attractive, vibrant
and safe places which function effectively.
Ensure the efficient use of land. Develop an appropriate mix of
house types and different densities having regard to proximity of
public transport infrastructure and government guidelines on
residential density.
Promote high standards of energy performance in residential
development.
Promote standards in relation to apartments that will provide good
quality, permanent and sustainable living accommodation.
Ensure rural housing policies balance the need to protect the rural
character of the county and prevent sprawl whilst meeting the needs
of rural communities.
Accommodate the requirements of Members of the Travelling
Community in accordance with the Traveller Accommodation
Programme 2009-2013.
Retail
Recommended
To implement and give effect to the Retail Strategy for the Greater
Policy Approach
Dublin Area 2008-2016 as it relates to County Kildare.
To confirm a retail hierarchy which assists in defining the county’s
settlement structure and objectives and provides clear guidance on
where major new retail floorspace would be acceptable.
To ensure that the retail needs of the county’s residents are met as
fully as possible within Kildare, taking due cognisance of the Retail
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Hierarchy as set out in the Retail Strategy for the GDA.
To address leakage of retail expenditure from the county through
securing appropriate development of the quantum and quality of
retail offer in accordance with identified need.
To ensure that retail needs are met in an efficient, equitable and
sustainable way throughout the county.
Prioritising the consolidation and enhancement of town centres
through the provision of retailing and appropriate mixed use
developments.
Movement and Transport
(Future infrastructure development will be subject to the
availability of resources)
Recommended
Approach
Policy
Co-operate with other agencies to promote and facilitate the
implementation of a sustainable transportation strategy for the
County and the wider Greater Dublin Area as set out in Transport 21
(2006-2015), Department of Transport’s “Smarter Travel – A
Sustainable
Transport
Future
2009-2020”
and
the
Dublin
Transportation Office’s strategic document “Platform for Change
2000-2016”.
Support and implement the strategic development of transportation
infrastructure within and between urban areas in the county in
accordance with the National Spatial Strategy, the Regional Planning
Guidelines,
Integrated
Framework
Plans
for
Land
Use
and
Transportation (IFPLUT) and Local Area Plans.
Co-operate with the NRA and other Local Authorities to facilitate the
provision of the Leinster Outer Orbital Route (LOORS).
Promote the integration of land use planning with the development
of a high quality, sustainable and integrated transportation system.
Facilitate the provision of both strategic and local park and ride
facilities at appropriate locations in the county along strategic
transportation corridors.
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Seek to influence the relevant agencies to promote and improve
public transport throughout the county including the facilitation of a
public transport system that is more accessible, affordable,
integrated and effective.
Encourage the use of sustainable transport modes including walking,
cycling and public transport.
Carry out an assessment of the policies regarding aerodromes in the
county.
Infrastructure and Environmental Services
( Future infrastructure development will be subject to the
availability of resources)
Recommended
To improve water supply and drainage systems throughout the
Policy Approach
county in accordance with the new "Assessment of Needs".
To facilitate the planning and construction of works to provide new
sources of potable water and wastewater infrastructure for the mideast region.
To implement necessary measures to conserve supplies of potable
water and promote water conservation.
To cooperate with other agencies in providing a safe and healthy
supply of potable water.
To upgrade the wastewater collection network and wastewater
treatment plants.
To implement measures to operate wastewater treatment plants in
accordance with best practice in order to protect the quality of
receiving waters.
To include relevant objectives and recommendations arising from
the Eastern and South Eastern River Basin Management Plans.
To implement policies which attenuate surface water discharges
from new developments.
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To facilitate the provision of telecommunication facilities
Ensure the continued implementation
of the Kildare Waste
Management Plan, as may be amended.
Requirements for energy and communications to be catered for.
Include robust flood risk policies.
To implement policies on control of development subject to EU Major
Accidents directive.
Social Inclusion, Community and Recreation
Recommended
To promote equality of access to services and facilities and assist in
Policy Approach
the removal of barriers to full participation in society.
In developing objectives for community facilities and amenities
regard will be had to the relevant provision related to land –use as
outlined in the County Development Board Strategy “Kildare – 2012
Strategy for the Economic, Social and Cultural Development of
Kildare”.
Maintain and develop policies to provide community and recreational
facilities in tandem with new development.
Ensure effective policies in accordance with the Provision of Schools
and the Planning System – Code of practice issued by the DoEd and
DoEHLG.
Work with relevant statutory authorities to facilitate the delivery of
health facilities in settlements throughout the county.
Support and encourage engagement in the arts.
Facilitate and develop a hierarchy of open space throughout the
county to provide greater opportunities for recreation and amenity.
Locate areas of open space, recreation and sports facilities,
especially such facilities in urban locations, within easy access by
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walking and cycling.
To seek an extension of the proposed Special Amenity Area Order
for the Liffey Valley to parts of the Liffey Valley in County Kildare.
Co-operate with Waterways Ireland regarding the preparation of a
study on the recreational and tourist potential of the Barrow
Corridor.
Generate an increased awareness of Kildare’s walking routes and
heritage as attractive and unique recreational and educational
amenity.
Architecture and Design
Recommended
Policy
Approach
Reference and incorporate key principles from the following
guidance documents:
Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities – Best Practice for
Delivering Homes Sustaining Communities 2007;
Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas Guidelines for
Planning Authorities, May 2009.
Urban Design Manual: A Best Practice Guide May 2009.
Incorporate key design principles and landscape considerations
regarding one-off dwellings in rural areas.
Landscape, Natural Heritage and Biodiversity
Recommended
Approach
Policy
Ensure the policies in the Plan are in accordance with the County
Biodiversity Plan, County Heritage Plan and the National Biodiversity
Plan 2002.
Review natural heritage and amenity policies including those dealing
with Special Areas of Conservation (SAC), Special protection Areas
(SPA), Natural Heritage Areas (NHA) and High Amenity Areas as
identified in the Plan.
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Review natural heritage policies which cover non- designated natural
heritage features such as hedgerows, trees, stone walls, marsh
areas, woods, streams and rivers.
Identify important local biodiversity areas and seek to protect them.
Encourage the retention and incorporation of natural heritage
features in a coherent fashion in new development.
Develop policies to address the issue of infilling in bog land, marsh
and wet areas.
Develop polices to protect our trees and hedgerows, while allowing
safe use of the road system.
Architectural and Archaeological Heritage
Recommended
Approach
Policy
Review existing Record of Protected Structures (RPS) and update as
appropriate.
Review
Minister
for
the
Environment,
Heritage
and
Local
Government’s recommendations on possible additions to the RPS set
out in National Inventory of Architectural Heritage.
Research
the
possibility
of
designating
new
Architectural
Conservation Areas in the county within the life of the Development
Plan.
Encourage the reuse and rehabilitation of protected structures in
accordance with best conservation practice.
Ensure that policies in the Plan addressing architectural and
archaeological heritage are in accordance with the Heritage Plan for
the County.
Continue to ensure the preservation and protection of features of
interest and vernacular architecture and existing older buildings
where appropriate.
To encourage the reuse of vernacular architecture including farm
buildings, by maintaining the intrinsic character of the structure and
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by ensuring that works are carried out in accordance with best
conservation practice.
Rural Development and Natural Resources
Recommended
Approach
Policy
Promote a vibrant, environmentally sustainable and well managed
agricultural, horticultural, forestry sector and bloodstock/equine
industry which contributes to the rural economy.
To facilitate farm diversification and encourage the sustainable
development of alternative rural enterprises as a way of supporting a
viable rural community subject to environmental considerations and
the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
To encourage the expansion of the bloodstock industry by protecting
the
environment
and
amenity
value
of
rural
areas,
from
encroachment by urban sprawl and incompatible development.
Ensure appropriate policies are included to ensure an adequate
supply of aggregates to meet the likely scale of future demand while
recognising the need to protect the County’s natural and cultural
heritage.
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APPENDICES
Appendix A
List of Persons/Bodies Informed of Review of the Development Plan
Appendix B
List of Service Providers & Others Consulted
Appendix C
List of Persons/Bodies who Made Written Submissions
Appendix D
Breakdown
of
Main
Views/Concerns
Raised
in
Pre-draft
Written
Submissions/Observations
Appendix E
Summary of the Written Submission/Observations
Appendix F
Report on Public Consultation Meetings
Appendix G
National, Regional & Local Context for the Preparation of Development Plans
Appendix H
Requirements for a Development Plan
Appendix I
Contains an explanation of abbreviations used in this report.
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Appendix A
List of Persons / Bodies Informed of the Review of the
Development Plan
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List of Persons / Bodies Informed of Review of the Development
Plan
The Minister, Department of the Environment Heritage &
Custom House
Dublin 1
The Secretary, An Bord Pleanala
64 Marlborough St.
Dublin 1
The Minister, Department of Agriculture, Food & Rural
Agriculture House
Kildare Street
Dublin 2
Dun Aimhirgin
43/49 Mespil Road
Dublin 4
The Minister, Department of Defence
Parkgate
Infirmary Road
Dublin 7
The Minister, Department of Education & Science
Marlborough Street
Dublin 1
The Minister, Department of the Marine & Natural Resources
Leeson Lane
Dublin 2
The Minister, Department of Public Enterprise
44 Kildare Street
Dublin 2
The Chief Executive, Aer Rianta
Dublin Airport
Co Dublin
The Chief Executive, Fáilte Ireland
Baggot St Bridge
Dublin 2
The Chief Executive, Central Fisheries Board
Balnagowan
Mobhi Boreen
The Chief Executive, An Comhairle Ealaoin
70 Merrion Square
Dublin 2
51
Stephens
Dublin 2
Block6/7
Lwrr Abbey Street,
Local Government
Development
The Minister, Department of Arts, Heritage, Gaeltacht & The
Islands
St
The Chief Executive, Office of Public Works
Green
The Chief Executive, Dublin Transportation Office
Floor
3
Glasnevin, Dublin 9
Dublin 1
Irish Life Centre
The Chief Executive, Electricity Supply Board
Lwr
Fitzwilliam
Dublin 2
Street
The Chief Executive, Forfas
Wilton Park House
Wilton Place
The Chief Executive, Health Service Executive
1 James Street
Dublin 8
Ms. Martina Queally, Area Chief Executive
Oak
Naas
Co Kildare
Kildare West Wicklow
Millennium Park,
The Chief Executive, National Heritage Council
Rosse House
Kilkenny
Co. Kilkenny
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Dublin 2
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The Chief Executive, National Authority for Occupational
Safety & Health
10 Hogan Place
Dublin 2
The Chief Executive, National Roads Authority
St. Martin House
Waterloo Road
Ballsbridge Dublin 4
The Chief Executive, Eastern Regional Fisheries Board
15A Main Street
Blackrock
Co Dublin
The Chief Executive, The Southern Regional Fisheries Board
Anglesea Street
Clonmel
Co. Tipperary
The Chief Executive, An Taisce
Tailors Hall
Back Lane
Dublin 8
Director of Planning, South Dublin County Council
Town Centre
Tallaght
Dublin 24
Director of Planning, Fingal County Council
P.O. Box 174
Swords
Co. Dublin
Director of Planning, Wicklow County Council
County Buildings
Station Road
Wicklow Town
Director of Planning, Carlow County Council
County Offices
Carlow
Director of Planning, Meath County Council
Railway Street
Navan
Co. Meath.
The Chief Executive, Southern & Regional Assembly
Assembly House
O’Connell Street
Waterford
Director of Planning, Laois County Council
County Hall
Portlaoise
Co Laois
Director of Planning, Offaly County Council
Courthouse
Tullamore
Co Offaly
The Town Clerk, Naas Town Council
Aras Chill Dara
Naas
Co Kildare
The Town Clerk, Athy Town Council
Rathstewart
Athy
Co Kildare
Newbridge Town Council
C/o
Ms.
Anne
Greene
Leixlip Town Council
C/o
Ms
Kildare
County
Naas, Co Kildare
House,
Leixlip, Co Kildare
Council
Siobhan
Newtown
Barry
Captains Hill
The Chief Executive, Mid-East Regional Authority
St Mantan’s House
Kilmantan Hill
Wicklow
The Chief Executive, Dublin Regional Authority
Mianscourt,
Swords
Co. Dublin
23
Main Street,
The Chief Executive, Midlands Regional Authority
The Bridge Centre
Tullamore
Co Offaly
The Chief Executive, South East Regional
Parnell Street
Clonmel
Co Tipperary
Authority
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The Secretary
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Director
of
Kildare
Community
&
Council
County
Naas,
Co Kildare
Enterprise
Aras Chill Dara
Johnstown Castle
Wexford
10
Rosemont,
EPA
John O’Connell (Member SPC)
Keypoint
Dublin 11
Business Park
Ballycoolin Rd
Ger Smith (Member SPC)
Lewistown
Newbridge
Joe Curran (Member SPC)
Ivy Cottage
Hazelhatch
Co Kildare
Road,
Kildare
Celbridge
Mel O’Reilly (Member SPC)
MDY
Construction
Staplestown, Naas
Co. Kildare
Ltd.
Larry Martin (Member SPC)
Drehid
Carbury
Co. Kildare
Matt Browne (Member SPC)
12 Otomy Drive
Clane
Co. Kildare
Joe Fennell (Member SPC)
Newbridge
Canning
Chamber
of
Place,
Co. Kildare
Newbridge
Commerce
Tessie Curry (Member SPC)
BREDA
Resource
Johnstowbridge,
Co. Kildare
Centre
Enfield
John Hayden (Member SPC)
Castlemartin Abbey
Kilcullen
Co. Kildare
Kevin Flavin (Member SPC(
CIF
Canal Road
Dublin 6
Ted Murray (Member SPC)
90 Loughbollard
Clane
Co. Kildare
Dermot O’Donnell (Member SPC)
19 Temple Lawns
Celbridge
Co. Kildare
David Deering (Member SPC)
Mossway
Kildoon, Nurney
Co. Kildare
Sean Darcy
DSV Transport
Unit
Co. Kildare
C8
Tougher
Business
Park,
Naas
Sean Reilly
Prosperous
Naas
Co. Kildare
Deputy Sean O Fearghail TD
Fennor House
Kildare
Co. Kildare
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Deputy Sean Power TD
Main St.
Newbridge
Co. Kildare
Deputy Jack Wall TD
Castlemitchell
Athy
Co. Kildare
Deputy Michael Fitzpatrick TD
Ait Bhride
Allenwood, Naas
Co. Kildare
Deputy Emmet Stagg TD
Lodge Park
Straffan
Co. Kildare
Deputy Bernard Durkan TD
Timard
Maynooth
Co. Kildare
Deputy Aine Brady TD
28
Clane
Co. Kildare
Clonwood
Heights
Cllr. Rainsford Hendy
Woodlawn
Timolin
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Martin Miley
Fontstown
Athy
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Mark Dalton
53
Athy
Co. Kildare
Co. Kildare
Whitecastle
Lawn
Cllr. Geraldine Conway
Baybush
Straffan
Cllr. Katie Ridge
3 Priory Close
St.
Raphaels
Co. Kildare
Manor, Celbridge
Cllr. Kevin Byrne
19 The Bungalows,
Celbridge
Co. Kildare
St. Patrick’s Park
Cllr. Liam Doyle
Ballybrack
Kilcock
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Brendan Weld
Painstown
Donadea
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Tony McEvoy
142 Loughbollard
Clane
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Daragh Fitzpatrick
Robertstown
Naas
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Pat Black
25 Mount Carmel
Roseberry,
Co. Kildare
Newbridge
Cllr. Francis Browne
Mylerstown
Nurney
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Fiona O’Loughlin
Cappanairgid
63 Great Southern,
Co. Kildare
Newbridge
Cllr. Fionnuala Dukes
Tully West
Kildare
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Suzanne Doyle
Tully East
Kildare
Co. Kildare
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Cllr. Micheal Nolan
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Ballymany
Newbridge
Co. Kildare
Manor
Cllr. John McGInley
50 Greenfield Drive
Maynooth
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Senan Griffen
Ballygoran
Maynooth
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Paul Kelly
99 Main St.,
Leixlip
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Catherine Murphy
41 Leixlip park
Leixlip
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Mary Glennon
Springfield,
Naas
Co. Kildare
Caragh
Naas
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Paddy McNamara
499 Clane Road
Sallins
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Billy Hillis
Dunstown
Brannockstown
Co. Kildare
Cllr. Willie Callaghan
26 Esmondale
Naas
Co. Kildare
Kilcullen Road
Cllr. JJ Power
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Appendix B
List of Service Providers and Other Consulted
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Mr.
Patrick
O’Sullivan,
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List of Service Providers and Other Consulted
Dept.
Environment
Heritage
&
Spatial Policy Dept.
Local Government
Mr. Mervyn Hamilton
Waterways Ireland, Floor 2, Block
Custom House
Dublin 1
Ashtowngate, Navan Road
Dublin 15
C,
Ms. Ciara Flynn
National Parks & Wildlife
Station Road, Kildare Town
Co. Kildare
The Secretary
Bord Gais Eireann
St. Margaret’s Road, Finglas
Dublin 11
The Secretary
BT Global Networks
Upr. Grand Canal Plaza
Dublin 4
The Secretary
Budget Irl. Telecomms Ltd.
Unit 3 Courtyard Business Park, Orchard Lane
Blackrock, Co.
Dublin
The Secretary
Cable & Wireless Services Irl. Ltd.
Airton Road, Tallaght
Dublin 24
The Secretary
Conduit Enterprises Irl. Ltd.
East Point Business Park
Dublin 3
The Secretary
Eircom Ltd.
St. Stephens Green West
Dublin 2
The Secretary
Energis Holdings Ltd.
Unit
B
Willsborough
Distributin
Centre,
Co. Dublin
Clonshaugh Ind. Est.
The Secretary
ESAT Telecomms.
The Malt House, Grand Canal Quay
The Secretary
Global Crossing Irl. Ltd.
4th
Floor,
Sweepstakes
Building
Dublin 2
No.
3,
Dublin 4
Ballsbridge
The Secretary
NTL
Building P2, East Point Business Park
Dublin 3
The Secretary
O2 Communications Irl. Ltd.
Digifone House, 76 Lr. Baggot St.
Dublin 2
The Secretary
Vodafone Irl. Ltd.
Mountain View, Leopardstown
Dublin 18
The Secretary
Hutchinson 3G
Kildress House, Pembroke Row, Lr. Baggot St.
Dublin 2
The Secretary
Meteor Mobile Comm. Ltd.
Unit 12A Liosban
Galway
Business Park, Tuam Road,
The Secretary
AT&T Global Network Services Irl.
Ashleaf House, Crumlin Cross
Dublin 12
The Secretary
Broadband Irl.
Unit 2a, Century Business Park, St. Margaret’s
Finglas,
Road
Dublin 11
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The Secretary
ESB Telecoms
39 Merrion Sq.
Dublin 2
The Secretary
Dept. Education Strategic Planning
Clonminch, Tullamore
Co. Offaly
Unit
The Secrerary
Iarnrod Eireann, Corporate Affairs
Connolly Station
Dublin 1
The Secretary
Busaras
Store St.
Dublin 1
The Secretary
Eirgrid plc
The Oval, 160 SHelbourne Road, Ballsbridge
Dublin 4
The Secretary
Dept. Transport
44 Kildare St.
Dublin 2
The Secretary
Irish Aviation Authority
Hawkins St.
Dublin 2
The Secretary
ISME
17 Kildare St.
Dublin 2
The Secretary
Construction Industry Federation
Canal Road
Dublin 6
The Secretary
ICTU
31 Parnell Sq.
Dublin 1
The Secretary
IBEC
84 Lr. Baggott St.
Dublin 2
The Secretary
Engineers Ireland
22 Clyde Road
Dublin 4
The Secretary
RIAI
8 Merrion Sq.
Dublin 2
The Secretary
IPI
Floor 3, The Courtyard, 25 Great Strand St.
Dublin 1
Martina Queally
Health Service Executive
Kildare/West Wicklow Local Health Office,
Co. Kildare
Local Health Manager
Oak House,
Limetree Avenue,
Millenium Park,
Naas
Billy Quinn
Local Health Manager
Health Service Executive
Kildare/West Wicklow Local Health Office,
Co. Kildare
Oak House, Limetree Avenue,
Millenium Park, Naas
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List of Persons / Bodies who made Written Submissions
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Sub.
Main Report
List of Persons / Bodies who made Written Submissions
Prepared By:
On Behalf of:
Category:
1
Liam Smyth
Irish Concrete Federation
Natural Resources, Energy Efficiency
2
Derek Higgins
Waterways Ireland
Natural Heritage, Recreation, Tourism
3
Tom Cooney
Irish Aviation Authority
No Comment
4
S. O’Connor
Carlow County Council
Infrastructure
5
Veronica Kenny
Self
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
6
James Fagan & Assoc.
Joseph Fleming
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
7
Felipe Reitz
Self
Key Village (boundary extension)
8
Tara Spain
National Roads Authority
Movement and Transport
9
John Morrissey
ESB Networks
Infrastructure
10
Stephen Morrison
Self
Employment, Natural Resources
11
John Colgan
Self
Overall
No.
Strategy,
Infrastructure,
Economic
Development, Architectural Heritage, Flooding,
Movement
and
Transport,
Conservation
of
Energy, Derelict Sites, Planning Control, Natural
Heritage.
12
Michael Hickey Snr
Self
Rural Settlement (boundary extension)
13
Mary
Kildare Town Heritage Centre
Tourism, Recreation
14
Paul Kinsella
Planning & Development Services
Rural Settlement (boundary extension)
15
Gerry O’Donoghue
Scoil Bhride Athgarvan
Architectural Heritage, Movement and Transport
16
Tony Dalton
Department
of
Education
&
Community (Education)
Science
17
Pat Finnerty
Self
18
Sarah Malone
Irish
Architectural Heritage, Movement and Transport
Peatland
Conservation
Natural Heritage, Biodiversity
Council
19
David Pym & Assoc.
Brian & Sarah Mullins
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
20
David Pym & Assoc.
George Pouch
Rural Settlement - Zoning
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21
James Fagan & Assoc.
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Connolly
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
22
Catherine Morrin
Self
Zoning
23
Larry Hopkins
Self
Architectural heritage
24
Brian Beckett
Eastern Regional Fisheries Board
SEA,
Surface
Water,
Landscape,
Heritage,
Environment, Climate Change, Flooding
25
Dr. Elizabeth Cullen
Self
Climate
Change,
Infrastructure,
Biodiversity,
Tourism, Natural and Archaeological Heritage
26
Chris Dennison
Assoc.
for
Ballymore
Eustace
Overall Strategy, Infrastructure (car parking)
Controlled Development
27
Anna Martin
An Taisce
Climate Change, Overall Strategy, Landscape,
Natural and Architectural Heritage, Economic
Development,
Sustainable
Development,
Movement and Transport, Infrastructure and
Design, SEA, Rural Development.
28
Roy Baker
Leixlip Amenities Group
Community, Amenity, Downzoning
29
Kieran Rush
Ballymore Group
Key Village (specific policies), Zoning.
30
Kieran Rush
Ballymore Group on behalf of
Natural Resources, Specific Objective, Zoning.
Sousheen Partnership
31
Valerie Ryan
Bishophill Road Residents Group
Landscape,
Natural
Heritage,
Architectural
Heritage, Zoning.
32
Gerry Tierney
Blackbourne Partnership
Architectural Heritage, Movement and Transport
33
James Stanley
Blackchurch Homes Ltd.
Key Village, Zoning
34
Jenny Blackford
Waterways Ireland
Natural Heritage, Recreation
35
Gerry Ryan
Bord na Mona
Company Plans
36
Brady Shipman Martin
O’Flynn Construction
New Settlement Centre, Specific Objective
37
Declan Brassil & Company
Kellsborough Partnership
Zoning
Robert J. Goff & Co. Plc.
Zoning, Specific Objective, changes to Zoning
Ltd.
38
Declan Brassil & Company
Ltd.
Matrix
39
Bernadette Brett
Self
Architectural Heritage
40
Jim Brogan
Dominic Fagan, Edelvale Property
Zoning, Retail
Ltd. & John McElholm, Ballymore
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Properties Ltd.
41
Brophy Farrell
Peter Lawlor
Zoning
42
Albert Caffrey
Self
Zoning
43
Lar McKenna
Castelkeel
Ltd.
Property
Zoning, Specific Objective
Development
44
Seamus Caulfield
Self
Overall Strategy, Movement and Transport
45
Padraig Caulfield
Self
Rural Settlement (boundary extension)
46
Dermot O’Donnell
Celbridge Development Watchdog
Overall Strategy
Committee
47
Catherine Boylan
Celbridge Historical Society
Overall
Strategy
–
conflicting
policies
and
objectives, Retail
48
Willie Fennin & Family
Clanard Court Hotel
Zoning
49
KSA
Clongowes Wood College
Specific Policy Amendment
50
Clarke & Company
James Walsh
Zoning
51
Clarke & Company
Jack Tierney
Zoning
52
Clarke & Company
Jack Tierney
Zoning
53
Clarke & Company
Jack Tierney
Zoning
54
Simon Clear & Assoc.
Joe Gormley
Zoning
55
Simon Clear & Assoc.
Paddy Doyle
Specific Policy -Nursing Homes
56
Simon Clear & Assoc.
Courtown Estates Ltd.
Specific Policies Objectives
57
Simon Clear & Assoc.
John Hickey
Retail
58
D. P. Cleary
Edward Kinirons
Zoning
59
D.P. Cleary
Ray Nolan
Zoning
60
Anne Marie Clancy
Coill Dubh Hurling Club
Plan Requested
61
Brian Connolly
Brian Connolly & Assoc. Consulting
Rural Settlement Policy, Infrastructure
Engineers
62
Brian Connolly & Assoc.
Robert Malone
Rural Settlement (boundary extension)
63
Kevin Flavin
Construction Industry Federation
Economic
Development,
Movement
and
Transport, Services and Infrastructure, Transport,
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Housing
(Part
V),
Rural
Settlement
Policy,
Density, Rates, Contributions, Commercial and
Industrial Development.
64
John Spain Associates
Coillte Teoranta
Specific Objective
65
SNC Engineering
Pat Meade, Bracla Coldstores
Specific Objective
66
John J. Cross
Self
Economic Development.
67
John J. Cross
Liam Eves
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), zoning
68
Louise McCann
Disability Federation of Ireland
Social Inclusion
69
John Henry
Dublin Transportation Office
Overall
Strategy,
Economic
Development,
Movement and Transport.
70
Fionnuala Dukes
Self
Tourism, Housing, Rural Housing Policy
71
Fionnuala Dukes
Self
Specific Policy
72
David O’Flynn
Ecocem Ireland Ltd.
Sustainable Development, Energy Efficiency
73
Louis Wildenboer
EirGrid
Infrastructure and Environment, Climate Change,
Energy Efficiency, Enterprise and Employment
Specific Policies
74
Rory Ennis
Self
Zoning
75
Richard Fahey
Football Association of Ireland
Community, Recreation, Open Space
76
Ciara Kellett
Failte Ireland
Tourism, Specific Policies
77
Liam &Donal Fitzpatrick
JH Fitzpatrick Ltd.
Zoning
78
FKL Architects
Joseph
Flanagan,
Thomas
Zoning
Heffernan, Gerard Conway, Patrick
White, James Fagan, Pierce Fagan,
Victor Burrell
79
Thomas Ryan
Kilcock
&
Districts
Community
Overall Strategy, Social, Community and Cultural
Council
Development, Environment
Dermot Cantillon & Kevin
Forenaghts Stud & Naas Rugby
Zoning
Greene
Club
81
Padraig Friel
Self
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
82
Padraig Friel
Self
Rural Settlement Policy Amendment
83
Paddy O’Keeffe
Glanbia Estates
Zoning
80
September 2009
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Morgan Burke
Greenstar Limited
Waste Infrastructure
85
Billy Grogan
Liam Grogan
Rural Settlement (boundary extension)
86
Colm Hassett
Monica McDonald
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
87
Des Henry
Usk
&
District
Residents
Waste Infrastructure
Association Ltd.
88
Simon Holohan
Dunmurry Springs Golf Club
Tourism
89
David Egar
Irish Farmers Association
Rural Housing, Rural Employment, Biodiversity
90
ILTP Consulting
Moygaddy
Movement and Transport
Park
Developments
Limited
91
Pauline James
Self
Overall Strategy
92
Declan Brassil & Company
J. H. Property Developments
Employment, Transportation- strategic importance
of lands
93
Declan Brassil & Company
J. Harris Assemblers
Zoning, Specific Objective
94
Roger Garland
Keep Ireland Open
Overall
Strategy,
Rural
Areas,
Landscape,
Heritage, Tourism, Access and Recreation, Energy
Efficieny and Renewable Energy, Infrastructure
and Environment
95
Joe and Celia Kehoe
Self
Landscape,
Natural
Heritage,
Architectural
Heritage Downzoning
96
Kildare Architects & Design
Anthony Byrne
Zoning
Kildare Chamber of Commerce
Economic
Ltd.
97
Des Groome
Development,
Tourism,
Sustainable
Development
98
Kiefar Designs Ltd.
James Earle
Zoning
99
John Sweeney
Kildare Planning Alliance
Overall Strategy, Housing, Water Framework
Directive
100
AOS Planning
Kilrush Aerodrome
Movement and Transport
101
Breda Konstantin
Self
Overall Strategy, Natural Heritage, Archaeological
Heritage.
102
KSA
Collinstown Stud Farm Ltd.
Lands included in LAP, Retail
103
Eddie Hennessy
Kildare Sports Partnership
Recreation
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Andrea Molloy
105
Sean
O’Regan,
Tundra
Main Report
Kyron Energy & Power
Waste Infrastructure
Leinster International Airport
Movement and Transport, Economic Development
Holdings
106
Stephen Little & Assoc.
Maura Costello
Rural Settlement, Zoning
107
Stephen Little & Assoc.
Pat Conlan
Infrastructure, Specific Objective
108
Maguire & Assoc.
Bennett Construction
Zoning
109
Maguire & Assoc.
Ivor Queally & Ciaran Murray
Zoning
110
Maguire & Assoc.
Ivor Queally
Zoning
111
Maguire & Assoc.
Hazelmark Developments Limited
Zoning
112
Maguire & Assoc.
Sean Harris
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
113
Maguire & Assoc.
Seamus McCarthy
Zoning
114
Maynooth
Maynooth Community Council
Overall
Community
Council
Strategy,
Economic
Development,
Movement and Transport, Infrastructure and
Environment, Social, Community and Cultural
Development, Architecture and Design, Landscape
and Heritage
115
MCD
Civil
Engineering
James, Joseph & Michael Kelly
Zoning
MCD Civil Engineering Consultants
Architecture and Design, Rural Housing Policy,
Ltd.
Development Standards
Consultants Ltd.
116
Cormac Dooley
117
Cllr. Padraig McEvoy
Self
Overall Strategy, Community
118
Val McDonagh
Self
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
119
James
Self
Economic
Lawless
&
Conor
McGarry
Development,
Infrastructure,
120
McGill Planning
University College Dublin
Economic Development, Specific Objective
121
Liam Henry
Meath County Council
Planning
Policy,
Infrastructure,
Economic
Development, Movement and Transport
122
Trevor Moore
Self
Water, Flooding
123
Patrick Moran
Self
Rural Settlement (boundary extension)
124
David Mulcahy
JP Quinn & Sons & William Sex
Zoning
September 2009
Rural
Housing Policy
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Martin Murray Architects
Naas
Integrated
Main Report
Community
&
Community and Education (Naas Town Council
Educational Campus
Area)
126
Simon Clear & Assoc.
Naas Sports Group
Zoning
127
Breda McHale
Newbridge Chamber
Overall
Strategy,
Economic
Development,
Infrastructure, Amenity, Community.
128
Michael Mullally
Newbridge
Community
Development Ltd.
Overall
Strategy,
Infrastructure,
Economic
Movement
Development,
and
Transport,
Amenity, Community, Natural and Architectural
Heritage
129
Lance O’Brien
Brannockstown
Community
Rural Settlement
Committee
130
JFOC Architects
131
Myles
Shortall
&
Gareth
Glan Developments
Rural Settlement Policy
Lidl Ireland GmbH
Retail, Zoning
Reed
132
JFOC Architects
Self
Development Standards
133
Ed Kelly
Offaly County Council
Planning
Policy,
Transportation,
Economic
Development
134
Damian O’Flynn Assoc. Ltd.
Pat Keane
Rural Settlement (boundary extension), Zoning
135
Damian O’Flynn Assoc. Ltd.
Thomas Clarke
Zoning
136
O’Loughlin Architects Ltd.
Liam Morrin
Zoning, Specific objective
137
Kiaran O’Malley & Co. Ltd.
The K Club Limited
Overall Strategy, Zoning
138
O’Neill Town Planning
Loughlion Developments Ltd.
Zoning
139
Tom Phillips & Assoc.
Kilsaran Concrete
Overall Strategy, Zoning
140
Tom Phillips & Assoc.
Kildare Enterprise Centre
Zoning
141
Tom Phillips & Assoc.
Gerry McIntyre & Martin Walshe
Site Specific Objective
142
RPS
&
Quinby Holdings
Waste Infrastructure- Site Specific Objective
&
Value Retail (Dublin) Ltd. (Kildare
Zoning
Planning
Environment
143
RPS
Planning
Environment
144
RPS
Planning
Village)
&
Quinby Holdings & Kill GAA
Zoning, Specific Policy
Environment
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RPS
Planning
&
Osberstown Developments Ltd.
Main Report
Zoning
Environment
146
John Russell
John Russll
Community
147
Chris Ryan Architects
Dan O’Shea
Zoning
148
Shay Scanlon Architects
Mrs. Maureen Chaloner-Smith
Architectural Heritage
149
Joan McLoughlin
Setanta Farmhouse B&B
Overall
Strategy,
Movement
and
Transport.,
Tourism, Residential
150
John Spain Associates
Sherling & Sons Ltd.
Zoning
151
John Spain Associates
Dan O’Connor
Specific Site Objective
152
John Spain Associates
Origin Enterprises Plc.
Zoning or Matrices Changes
153
Sean Sutton
Self
Zoning
154
Sandra Synott
Calverstown tidy Towns
Rural Settlement, Infrastructure and Environment
155
Adrienne Symes
Liffey Valley Park Alliance
Landscape, Natural heritage.
156
Tiros
Aldi, Naas
Zoning
157
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
158
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
159
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
160
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
161
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
162
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
163
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
164
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
165
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
166
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Rural Settlement - Zoning
167
Tougher
Thomas Tougher
Zoning
168
Martin Treacy
Martin Treacy
Zoning
169
Sorcha Turnbull
Treasury Holdings
Zoning
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170
Rob Davies
Treasury Holdings
Specific Objectives - Retail
171
Fionnuala Walker
Self
Natural Heritage, Architectural heritage
172
Cllr Mark Wall
Self
Movement
and
Transport,
Rural
Settlement,
Tourism, Community
173
D. Walsh
Self
Architectural Heritage
174
Mike Foley & Joe Bonner
Weston Executive Airport
Movement and Transport
175
Liam
McGregor/White Partnership
Zoning
White
&
Duncan
McGregor
176
Dara Wyer
Self
Architectural and Archaeological heritage
177
Jeanne Meldon
Celbridge Action Alliance
Overall Strategy, Environment and Biodiversity,
Natural
heritage,
Architectural
heritage,
Landscape, Built Environment, Architecture and
Design.
178
Michael
Connolly,
Colgan, Paul Croghan
John
Celbridge, Leixlip, Maynooth Tidy
Community,
Natural
Heritage,
Architectural
Towns
Heritage, Architecture and Design, Infrastructure,
Derelict Sites, Energy Efficiency
179
Brazil Lohan
Stephen Wardell
Zoning
180
Margharita Solon
Self
Social Inclusion
181
Cllr Suzanne Doyle
Self
Economic
Development,
Infrastructure,
Infrastructure
Overall
and
Residential,
Social
Strategy,
Retail,
Design,
Tourism
Recreation
182
Tony McEvoy
September 2009
Self
Overall Strategy, Rural Settlements.
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Breakdown of Main Views/ Concerns Raised in Pre-draft
Written Submissions / Observations
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Breakdown of Main Views/ Concerns Raised in Pre-draft Written
Submissions / Observations
TOPIC
NUMBER OF TIMES THE TOPIC
WAS RAISED
OVERALL STRATEGY
VISION
FORM AND CONTENT OF PLANS
OVERALL STRATEGY
POPULATION FORECASTS
TOTAL
5
4
25
14
48
LAND USE ZONING / RURAL SETTLEMENTS
NAAS ENVIRONS
ATHY ENVIRONS
KILL ENVIRONS
ZONING REQUESTS WITHIN LAP BOUNDARIES
KEY VILLAGE PROPOSALS
ZONING REQUESTS IN RURAL AREAS
DOWNZONING
ZONING REQUESTS FOR RURAL SETTLEMENTS
EXTENSION TO POLICY THEME BOUNDARIES(EXCLUDES ZONING REQUESTS ABOVE)
SEEKS CHANGES TO COMPLIANCE CRITERIA FOR SETTLEMENTS
OTHER COMMENTS ON SETTLEMENTS
GENERAL ZONING COMMENTS INCLUDING POLICY COMMENTS OR SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
26
3
1
7
4
24
2
10
9
4
5
15
ZONING MATRIX
7
TOTAL
117
RESIDENTIAL / HOUSING
GENERAL
SOCIAL AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING
HOUSING FOR ELDERLY
DESIGN
HOUSING SIZE / MIX/ DENSITY
RURAL HOUSING POLICY
ENERGY EFFICIENT HOUSING
MANAGEMENT COMPANIES
TOTAL
2
3
4
5
6
5
3
1
29
RETAIL
RETAIL STRATEGY
DISCOUNT FOOD STORES
RETAIL HIERARCHY
RETAIL WAREHOUSING
TOTAL
12
2
2
1
17
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYMENT
GENERAL
EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT
IDENTIFICATION OF STRATEGIC LOCATIONS FOR DEVELOPMENT
MORE SUSTAINABLE BALANCE OF EMPLOYMENT
RURAL ENTERPRISE
COMMERCIAL RATES AND DEVELOPMENT CONTRIBUTIONS
TOTAL
9
47
1
1
7
3
1
69
MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORT
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
ROADS OBJECTIVES
LANDUSE AND TRANSPORTATION
CAR PARKING
PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS
MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT
6
12
2
6
5
1
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AERODROMES/AIRPORTS
TOTAL
4
36
INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENVIRONMENT
WATER SUPPLY / CONASERVATION / CHARGING
WASTEWATER
SURFACE WATER/ DRAINAGE/FLOODING
WASTE
NOISE AND AIR POLLUTION
ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
TOTAL
7
7
16
27
3
24
48
SOCIAL, COMMUNITY AND RECREATION
EDUCATION
CARE FOR THE ELDERLY
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT AND FACILITIES
DISABLED ACCESS AND FACILITIES
RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND AMENITY
RIGHTS OF WAY
TOURISM DEVELOPMENT
TOTAL
27
3
40
4
1
69
6
36
252
LANDSCAPE, NATURAL HERITAGE AND BIODIVERSITY
LANDSCAPE
NATURAL HERITAGE AND BIODIVERSITY
TREES AND WOODLANDS
TOTAL
16
16
4
36
ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
DENSITY
MATERIALS AND FINSHES
TOWN CENTRE DEVELOPMENT
2
1
2
DERELICT SITES
URBAN DESIGN
TOTAL
2
2
9
ARCHITECTURAL AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE
ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION AREAS
ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
ADDITIONS FOR RPS
DELETIONS FROM RPS
ARCHAEOLOGY
BUILDING CONSERVATION AND REUSE
TOTAL
2
7
9
4
3
1
26
RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RURAL DEVELOPMENT / ENTERPRISE
AGRICULTUTE
EQUINE
EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRY
TOTAL
2
2
8
2
14
STRATEGIC PLANNING ASSESSMENT
2
TOTAL
700
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Summary of Written Submissions / Observations
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Appendix E:
1.1
Main Report
Summary of Written Submissions / Observations
LAYOUT AND CONTENT OF PLAN
1)
Requests the preparation of an annual report of the Council’s activities, an appraisal of the goals,
objectives and aspirations of the previous development plan and the preparation of short plans that
provide a list of policies and objectives.(Submission No. 11)
2)
The submission critiques the Kildare CDP 2005, referring to specific sections that should be amended,
altered, or removed, with new polices also proposed. References are also made throughout the submission
to adopted policies in other County Development Plans. The submission states that the phrase “having
regard to “ should be substituted in all cases with the phrase “be consistent with”, in accordance with the
wording of the Planning Amendment Bill 2009.
Adjoining counties should be named and a list of all
relevant Planning Guidelines included. (Submission No. 94)
3)
Policy Statements in respect of planning law: which state “have regard to” should be replaced with “be
compliant with”. (Submission No. 117)
4)
Recommends a meaningful review of the existing plan to include positive and negative points and
incorporation of positive points to new plan. It is submitted that the plan did not delivery on what was
envisaged. (Submission No. 146)
1.2
VISION
1)
Include within the vision …a way of life in Kildare that uses the lowest amount of greenhouse gasses
possible. (Submission No.25)
2)
It is recommended that the vision include a statement “reducing our impact on global warming by cutting
our CO2 emissions”. (Submission No. 72)
3)
The county has an unfortunate history in failing to deal with the problems associated with urban sprawl
and overzoning. There is a need for a clear strategic vision for the county to address these issues. The
new CDP should be a plan for the people of Kildare and the maintenance of quality of life and the
environment.(Submission No. 99)
4)
It is stated that the new plan could be used to improve the quality of life for the residents old and new in
County Kildare and correct the worst of the excesses of the last 10 years. (Submission N0.149)
5)
The overall vision should be a strategy where objectives are set in accordance with policies for sustainable
development of the county and its resources. It is submitted that there are conflicting policies and
objectives so that even where policies exist that purport to support a sustainable strategy the specific
objectives do not because lands have been zoned in accordance with the pressures exerted by particular
landowners. It indicates that it is imperative that this does not happen with the forthcoming plan and that
decisions with regard to land use zoning should be made solely on the basis of planning principles. Plans
must be in accordance with the RPG’s not just the settlement strategy but also the framework for the
protection and enhancement of the natural environment, etc in the interests of sustainable development.
(Submission No. 177)
1.3
OVERALL STRATEGY
1)
The National Roads Authority advocates that the key to sustainable development comprises a strong link
and co-ordination between objectives of the county’s spatial policy and those of transport policy makers.
(Submission No. 8)
2)
Submits that on the basis of 1,165ha being zoned sufficient land existing for housing needs upto
2016/2017, having regard to net emigration, increase in household sizes due to economic downturn,
uncertain economic future impacting on birth rates, current vacancy levels, unfinished sites and large
rental supply. (Submission No.26)
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Concern is expressed regarding the level of inappropriate and excessive zoning in the county. (Submission
No.27)
4)
Future development should be encouraged along the Kildare-Dublin rail line and in Kilcock subject to the
full extension of the Arrow service from Maynooth. (Submission No.27)
5)
Kilcullen should not form part of Newbridge-Naas cluster. (Submission No. 27)
6)
Seeks designation of lands at Hazelhatch station which straddles the counties of Kildare and South Dublin
as a new settlement centre to accommodate residential, employment and associated social and community
facilities. It is submitted that the site is of strategic regional importance due to its location at the final
station on the high capacity four tracked Kildare line and location within the Metropolitan Area.
(Submission No.36)
7)
The Council policy of encouraging development away from the north east of the county and encouraging
development elsewhere in particular in the centre is at variance with national and regional policy where the
objective is to consolidate population in the metropolitan area. It questions how the new plan will reconcile
this? (Submission No.44)
8)
It is submitted that issues relating to highly strategic locations beside major transport hubs outside the
boundaries of LAP’s should not be deferred for considerations within the towns LAP, in particular reference
is made to Celbridge/Hazlehatch. (Submission No.44)
9)
It is submitted that the current plan contains conflicting policies and objectives so that even where policies
exist that purport to support a sustainable strategy the specific objectives do not. e.g. zoning has taken
place with the pressure exerted by particular landowners but pattern of development is not sustainable.
(Submission No. 47)
10) Given the infrastructural constraints it is submitted that most of the zoned land in north Kildare cannot be
developed as per the Development Plan (Submission No. 63).
11) The dispersed nature of residential development across small towns and villages places a key challenge for
the new development plan with the need to focus the bulk of future growth within the boundaries of the
larger towns along strategic transport corridors. It recognises that the consolidation of future population
growth within a smaller number of larger towns supports RPG policy, the achievement of critical mass,
strengthening the basis for local services provision, accessibility to jobs and services and may strengthen
the ability to attract inward investment for local employment growth. (Submission No.69)
12) The strengthening of strategic transport corridors in the county should serve to support the greater
concentration of future population and employment growth within the higher order settlements along
them. (Submission No. 69)
13) Makes reference to the role of Kilcullen in the settlement hierarchy and its current designation as a
moderate town. It is stated that Kilcullen does not have the same role as Kildare even though both are
designated as moderate town. It is stated that Sallins is listed as a small town although bigger than
Kilcullen, the implication being that Kilcullen should grow bigger than Sallins and Clane. It is submitted that
the scale of development would be inappropriate and any further development must prioritise roads,
schools and other facilities first. (Submission No. 91)
14) Rebalance of industry and employment towards the south of the county. (Submission No. 97)
15) The current Kildare CDP 2005 remains valid in that the amount of available zoned land for residential
development (1,165 ha – ref to p.6) means any further zoning of lands for residential use will place the
county in an unsustainable position. (Submission No. 99)
16) It is submitted that the zoning of lands must be in the interests of the common good and not led by
developers and landowners. Zoning that conflict with policies in the CDP should not be permitted. These
policies exist to promote sustainable development. Reference is made to the RPG and the necessity of
development plans to comply with same. (Submission No. 101)
17) Zoning for housing must have regard to where people work, and move away from haphazard developer led
zoning. (Submission No. 114)
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18) Outlines a Kildare Development concept 2009-2059 based on the following principles:
-
Kildare must have control over its future economic and social development
-
Need to reduce dependence on Dublin – live and work in Kildare
-
Real decentralization – market driven not Govt driven.
-
Kildare's status as a commuter belt county defunct
-
Need for a diversified development – transport, education and industry
-
prevent Kildare becoming stagnant and dormant. It is submitted that Kildare is the road and rail
link for 85% of the Country and that the Maynooth and Naas Region link the country. It further proposed
that with a world class communications infrastructure and new international airport for the Maynooth and
Naas Region together with a shared future development of Maynooth NUI this region could become a zone
for industry and Irelands Silicon valley. (Submission No. 119)
19) The submission makes reference to the Meath County Development Plan and in particular the rural housing
policy and the M4 Economic Corridor and the LAP’s in close proximity to the county boundary (i.e. Enfield
LAP 2009-2015, Maynooth Environs LAP 2009-2015 and the Draft Kilcock Environs LAP 2009-2015). It is
requested that the plans and polices of the relevant plans be fully considered in the review of the plan.
(Submission No. 121)
20) The submission outlines the serious economic downturn, reviews aspects of the previous CDP and outlines
proposals for the consideration under the new plan. It is submitted that there is no requirements for
additional zonings for industrial, commercial and retail or housing in the forthcoming plan until there is
take up of excessive existing capacity. Reference is made to the oversupply in the market in warehousing
and distribution activities, housing provision and the unprecedented lack of consumer spending power in
the retail market. (Submission No. 127).
21) The submission references the impact of the economic downturn on Newbridge and the rapid population
growth experienced during the last plan, and issues that need to be addressed to maintain quality of life
and the sustainability of economic fabric during the lifetime of the plan. These include among other things,
sufficiency of zoned land to meet current demands In Newbridge, the need to set aside land zoned for
industrial / technology employment and the requirement for green belts between towns of Newbridge and
Naas, Newbridge and Athgarvan, Newbridge and Milltown. (Submission No. 128)
22) The submission makes reference to the recently adopted Offaly County Development Plan 2009-2015 and
in particular the rural housing policy and requests that a coordinated approach be adopted to housing in
rural areas so that potential applicants are dealt with in a consistent manner and adverse impacts are not
experienced on any one side of the boundary. Reference is also made to the Regional Route 402 which
traverses both counties, the specific policy of OCC regarding same and the importance of this linkage for
the economic development of the area. In this regard, it is requested that an objective be included to
improve the regional route. It is further requested that consideration be made of the Edenderry LAP
regarding particularly the proposed relief route (along the county boundary) and the level of permitted
developments in the town. In this regard, it is requested that KCC not zone lands on the boundary or if
deemed necessary zone for open space use which may address the potential for ribbon development on
the outskirts of the town and which would be appropriate in light of the designation of the lands as
“benefiting lands” by the OPW and as such is liable to flooding. (Submission No. 133)
23) The submission outlines support for the aspirations outlined in chapter 17 (heritage), chapter 19 (protected
views and scenic views) Chapter 20 (Architectural Heritage and Chapter 21 (Architectural Conservation
Area), however it is submitted that the overall development plan must be taken as a starting point for the
creation of a coherent series of development plan zoning decision some of which are at odds with the
objectives mentioned in the above chapter e.g. views along river shores contained in Ch 19 but zoning
facilitated along the Liffey. It requests in the current downturn to review faulty zoning decision which in
some cases are questionable, in this regard reference is made to the Donaghcumper lands. (Submission
No. 171)
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24) Plans must be in accordance with the RPG’s not just the settlement strategy but also the framework for the
protection and enhancement of the natural environment etc in the interests of sustainable development.
(Submission No. 177)
25) Policies and objectives should include material revisions to fully comply with the Regional Planning
Guidelines. (Submission No. 177)
1.4
POPULATION FORECASTS
1)
Population forecasts should not become population targets and should be restricted for quality of life and
given finite capacity of waste water and road infrastructure. (Submission No.11)
2)
All of the growth projections on which the ‘Issues Paper’ is predicated should be revised to provide for low
growth or even no growth scenarios requiring a reduction in lands zoned. Sustainable planning should be
promoted, close to public transport. Future development should be encouraged along the Kildare-Dublin
rail line and in Kilcock subject to the full extension of the Arrow service from Maynooth. Policies should be
developed to curtail car based development along the M7 and M4 corridors. Kilcullen should not form part
of Newbridge-Naas cluster. (Submission No.27)
3)
Makes reference to population decline in the village of Ballymore Eustace associated with the lack of
capacity in the effluent treatment system and current zoning of lands within BME as low density
residential. Submission recommends the inclusion of specific policy statements. (Submission No.29)
4)
Questions whether the new plan should base population forecasts on the most recent regional projections
from the CSO which are based on existing trends or should rely on older forecasts which have been
overtaken by events such as the sharp decline or reversal of new immigration. It is submitted that the
existing plan was based on an implausible projection from the RPG’s. Questions should it continue to be
constrained by implausible and erroneous data and projections contained in the RPG. (Submission No.44)
5)
A no. of issues are raised regarding the population figures estimates and use of household size figures.
Reference is made to the 2007 Goodbody Economic Consultants Report and the 2008 CSO Report on
Regional Projections. It is indicated on the basis of the 2008 CSO report population of Kildare should reach
between 230,000 and 237,000 by 2016 creating an additional housing demand between 5-10,000 people
resulting in a minimum 300ha of additional land required for residential purposes over and above the
Goodbody estimate of 2007. (Submission No.44)
6)
On the basis of the existing level of zoned land and vacancy levels, the County can accommodate a growth
of 100,000 before any new plan. An increasing population by over 50% in the next development plan is
planning lunacy. (Submission No.46)
7)
The submission refers to the significant population growth in the county from 1996 to 2006 (38% increase)
and the population growth projected by the Regional Planning Guidelines for the period 2003-2016 (an
additional 99,429 persons). The submission compares the population growth of 38% during the boom
years of 1996-2006 with the projected population growth of 41% during the (predicted) recession years of
2006-2016. The submission questions how much residentially zoned land is left unused in the county and
the housing and population capacity of these lands. The submission refers to the Kildare CDP 2005-2011
and the figure of 1,165 ha of undeveloped residentially zoned land and projects the housing and
population capacity of these lands. The submission concludes that at present there is an excess of land
zoned for residential development in Kildare, which is sufficient to accommodate population growth until
the year 2025. The submission respectfully suggests that no further residential zonings for housing is
needed within the County until 50% of the current zoned land has been built on. The submission makes
specific reference to over zoning by KCC and Meath Co. Co. in relation to the Kilcock LAP 2009 (Kildare)
and the Kilcock Environs LAP 2009-2015 (Meath), where the towns’ 2006 Census population of 4,100
persons now has the potential to grow to 12,698 persons by 2014. The submission request that the new
CDP make provision for a joint LAP for Kilcock and its environs, to be agreed by both Planning Authorities.
(Submission No. 79)
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The population projections proposed by 2016 are unjustified and unrealistic. There is no justification for
the distortions which would result to the country’s fabric by seeking to accommodate an unrealistic 53%
increase (100,000 additional persons) by 2016. (Submission No. 99)
9)
Identifies the need for a land/housing audit which indicates, zoned land availability, extant permissions,
half built residential developments, vacant dwellings, lands within designated rural settlement boundaries,
the percentage of one-off rural housing. This audit to be used to inform the population projections and
settlement strategy. (Submission No. 99)
10) The projected increase of 99,429 contained in the Issues Paper would provide a further increase of 53%
on current figures and is in excess of sustainable levels.
These should be revised and reflect RPG
guidelines report of November. The undeveloped and incomplete developments of existing zoned land
provide for populations that exceed current projections. The economic downturn will further delay the
deployment of necessary infrastructure. (Submission No. 117)
11) Regarding population and economic estimates relevant up to date statistics should be used and not
extrapolated from those of earlier years of the decade. (Submission No. 177)
12) Council policy in planning should be based on low rather than high population growth. (Submission
No.178)
13) Key objective should be balanced population growth and management. (Submission No 181)
14) Recommends that population targets for settlements be reassessed with limits established on maximum
town sizes. It is submitted that it is preferable to have a larger number of medium sized towns and limit
the growth of larger towns to help to re-balance the County and build sustainable integrated communities.
(Submission No 181)
1.5
LAND USE ZONING / RURAL SETTLEMENTS
Naas Environs
1)
Seeks rezoning of 42 acres at Ladytown along the Naas-Newbridge dual carriageway for commercial and
light industrial zonings. (Submission No. 22)
2)
Regarding lands at Pipers Hill zoned low density residential and Integrated Leisure Development it is
submitted that the zoning maps do not correspond with the physical field boundary on site or with the
current ownership. It is stated that a portion of the lands (0.586ha) intended for residential development
are in fact zoned ILD and submits that this is a drafting error. It is requested that this be amended. It is
also requested to regularize the zoning of the lands transferred to the VEC to Community and Educational.
Further, it is requested that the lands zoned neighbourhood centre be changed to new residential, It is
stated that as a result of the steep slope, the location of the pumping station and associated 50m sterile
zone and the presence of the roundabout these lands are incapable of being developed. The
neighbourhood zoning in the Naas Town Council boundary is deemed sufficient. (Submission No.29)
3)
Requests a change in the landuse zoning from NE:1 Industry / Warehousing to a new zoning to reflect the
brownfield status of the site and the focus on its regeneration through the creation of employment and
enterprise opportunities. The following is recommended; “To facilitate and provide for the creation and
development of enterprise and employment opportunities in order to promote the physical and economic
regeneration of this strategic brownfield site (Submission No. 40).
4)
5)
Requests that the lands of Mr. Lawlor at Jigginstown be considered for development. (Submission No.41)
Requests the zoning of approx 15 acres
to the north of the Naas dual carriageway for “Industrial
Development” containing the following attributes an amenity area, transportation, pedestrian and cycle
path objective. Factors outlined in support of the development are; enhance provision of employment to
meet future population needs, lands proximate location to Naas and Newbridge, availability of
infrastructure, proximate location of other zoned lands, proven record of developer, absence of any
protected structures / conservations areas in the place. It is further submitted that the zoning of the lands
is in accordance with local, regional and national policies and objectives. (Submission No.50)
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Seeks the zoning of 1.3 acre’s at Broadfield Naas adjoining lands zoned integrated leisure. The document is
not clear on the zoning requested which refers to both residential and integrated leisure. In support of the
integrated leisure zoning it is submitted it is appropriate as it is located within the boundary of Naas
Environs, it comprises two small strips of land, sufficient infrastructure exists, and there is an absence of
protected structures / conservation areas. (Submission No.51)
7)
Seeks the rezoning of lands identified for integrated leisure for residential use (36.3 acres) comprising
medium density (9.6 ha) and low density (5.1ha). It is submitted that the sites potential capacity to
provide for residential use is not maximized in a sustainable manner through the existing zoning. In
support of the proposal it is stated that the provision of accommodation will meet demand of population
increase, its location within the boundary of Naas Environs, availability of infrastructure, adjacent to
residential and educational developments, absence of protected structures / conservation areas and
compliance with relevant local/regional and national planning policies. (Submission No.52)
8)
Seeks the zoning of 21.7 ha currently zoned agriculture to the front of Kilashee house. Two zonings are
referenced in the document residential and further hotel and leisure. In support of the proposal it is stated
that the provision of accommodation will meet demand of population’s increases, its location within the
boundary of Naas Environs, availability of infrastructure, adjacent to residential and educational
developments, absence of protected structures / conservation areas and compliance with relevant
local/regional and national planning policies. (Submission No.53)
9)
The proposed 18 - acre site is located at Jigginstown, Naas and is unzoned in the Kildare County
Development Plan 2005-2011. It is requested that the site be zoned for commercial / retail on the basis of
the surrounding landuses, lands operational and built environment and the ability of the proposal to enable
the natural progression of the built quadrant around the Newhall interchange. It is further submitted that
the zoning facilitates Naas to develop further as a growth centre by offering additional consumer choice,
employment and allowing Naas to offer self-sufficiency in retailing. (Submission No. 58)
10) Submissions seeks to have a 25 acre former quarry site at Kerdifstown turned into a model facility to
produce green energy and the site designated as suitable for industrial activities. A number of green
projects are suggested as follows: use of local waste e.g. local food factories to generate green electricity
from renewables, clean water and odour free fertilizer for organic farming, a district heating scheme to
supply 300 homes with access to long-term inexpensive heating, a source of heat for local industry.
(Submission No. 65)
11) Seeks the zoning of 16.61 acres (6.756ha) within the Naas Environs at Johnstown, Naas to commercial and
industrial use. In support of the proposal it is submitted that all infrastructure services are readily available,
the adjoining landuses and links to the M7 Motorway. (Submission No. 108)
12) Seeks the zoning of 9.548 acres (3.876ha) within the Naas Environs at Fishery Lane, Naas to low density
residential use. In support of the proposal it is submitted that all infrastructure services are readily
available and given the characteristics of the area comprising individual dwellinghouses on large sites
(although the land use is agricultural )and proximity to the Dublin Road with good transport links the
proposed zoning is requested. (Submission No. 109)
13) Seeks the zoning of lands part of which fall within the administrative area of Naas Town Council and part
within the administrative area of the County Council. The entire site area extends to 3.553 acres
(1.439ha). 1.28acres is located within the Kildare County Development Plan area. The proposals seeks the
zoning of the lands for low density residential at Fishery Lane within the Naas Environs. In support of the
proposal it is submitted that all infrastructure services are readily available and given the characteristics of
the area comprising individual dwellinghouses on large sites (although the land use is agricultural) and
proximity to the Dublin Road with good transport links the proposed zoning is requested. (Submission No.
110)
14) Seeks the zoning of lands 12.57acres (5.09ha) at Monread Road Naas, in Naas Environs to Industrial /
warehousing. Reference is made to adjoining land uses for industrial / warehousing and permission on
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these lands for site development works for industrial development with industrial development permitted
on a portion of the site (06/573). (Submission No. 111)
15) It is requested that lands 7.7ha located at Monread be zoned leisure and Amenity in the Naas Environs
zoning map for an international standard multi sports complex for Naas at Monread to cater for the local
community in addition to the wider geographical area. Reference is made to relevant planning policy
documents and a sequential test for the land use from the town centre to out of town locations. It is
submitted that there are no other suitable sites for this land use within the town centre/edge of centre
which would provide for the extensive, low intensity form of development proposed. The location of the
proposed sports ground proximate to main population centres and on the edge of the town adjacent to a
national primary corridor it states suggests the suitability of the lands for such a development. (Submission
No. 126)
16) Seeks the zoning of 2.3695ha of land at Ladytown, Newbridge, 150m from Newhall interchange as
agricultural related industry (e.g. wood chipping manufacturing, horse box manufacture and equine jump
manufacture). In support of the proposal reference is made to the two growth centres of Naas and
Newbridge, the potential population increase availability of services and inadequacy of industrial zoned
land. (Submission No. 136)
A joint submission has been made to KCC and NTC in relation to 48.56Hectares of land located to the
north-west of Naas proximate to the Northwest Quadrant at Osberstown (formerly known as Millennium
Park). The overall lands straddle the development boundaries of Naas Town Council and Kildare County
Council and include lands within the Sallins boundary; (13.76Ha- Naas, 15.35 in Sallins and 19.45 in KCC).
The area within Sallins will not form part of the review of the NTDP and CDP but is included for the
purposes of this submission. The submission sets out the policy context of Naas and states that Naas will
be subject to significant future population and economic growth having regard to its designations under
national and regional policy. It is submitted that the Draft Naas Town Development Plan and Kildare
County Development Plan must include suitable policies and objectives which will allow for the continued
sustainable growth of the town. The Northwest quadrant area is identified as the last remaining
undeveloped land bank in close proximity to Naas and is strategically located in terms of future
development. A Masterplan has been prepared for the north-west quadrant and agreed with Naas Town
Council in 2007. The Masterplan provides for the future expansion of the town for commercial, community,
residential and amenity purposes. It is submitted that an application for development of a grade separated
interchange on the M7 at Osberstown is currently under consideration by an Bord Pleanala and is due for
decision shortly. It is submitted that the lands to which the submission relates will facilitate the
construction of the Sallins By-pass and in addition, the M7 Interchange will significantly enhance the
connections between the lands to the north and south of the M7. It is therefore considered that these
lands are suitable to accommodate future development. A map is submitted showing proposed rezonings
relating to the overall lands. Within Kildare County Council administrative area, it is recommended that
agricultural land be rezoned as follows: 7.7Ha new residential suburban/low density, 4.26Ha community
and educational, 2.13 Transport & Utilities, 3.58Ha New residential. Within Naas Town Council area it is
recommended that agricultural land be rezoned as follows: 5.01Ha new residential (suburban low density),
4.05Ha new residential (high density), 2.27Ha Community and Educational. In addition, a variation will be
proposed for lands within Sallins LAP 2009 for rezoning as follows: 8.18Ha New residential (High density),
4.87Ha Transport & Utilities, 2.09Ha Community and Educational. A total of 4.42Ha will remain in
agricultural use. In summary, the submission proposed the rezoning of lands which are within the
ownership of Osberstown Developments Ltd for a range of uses as follows:
•
Strategic Park and Ride facility and associated uses.
•
High density housing (proximate to proposed public transport interchange)
•
Education/community facility comprising a school and associated playing pitches
•
Low density housing (Submission No. 145)
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17) It is submitted that one of the key advantages of Kildare is its excellent location proximate to Dublin City
with excellent access to the National Primary Road network. Sherling and Sons ltd are seeking to develop
its new head office for its steel division and a steel processing facility at Osberstown, Naas located
adjacent to the M7 and Osberstown Business Park with the value of the investment estimated as €20€25m. It is requested that the subject site 30.76acres (12.45ha) is zoned NE1 Industry/warehousing in the
draft development plan. It is submitted that this zoning reflects the prevailing land uses in the area,
sequentially is appropriate and is in accordance with National ad Regional Planning Policy as Naas is
identified as a Large Growth Centre. It can also utilize existing infrastructure in the area and will include a
gym, crèche, local shop and local amenity such as public open space. No natural or built heritage
designations are relevant to the site. (Submission No. 150)
18) This submission relates to 22.26ha of land located to the immediate south west of Newhall Interchange
and Newhall Retail Park. The lands are currently zoned NE1 – Industry / Warehousing. This submission
requests that a portion of the western part of the lands be rezoned objective NE2 Existing/Permitted
Retail/Commercial to facilitate further retail warehousing provision. If the zoning change is not accepted it
is requested that the matrix relating to Industry / Warehousing be amended to include Retail Warehousing
as permitted in principle. It is submitted that the site would form a natural extension to the established
Newhall Retail Parkland capitalize on its strategic location. (Submission No. 152)
19) Submission seeks a change in the zoning of part of its landholding at Newbridge Road, Naas from
Objective NE1 – Industry and Warehousing to Objective NE5: Neighbourhood Centre. Reference is made to
the existing store and submits that the level of demand in the town warrants an additional discount
foodstore in the town. The change in zoning is sought to facilitate the development of a new discount
foodstore adjoining the Newhall Interchange adjoining its flagship distribution centre and in a location
where discount retailing has already been permitted. Reference is made to relevant planning policies to
support the proposal. (Submission No. 156)
20) Seek the zoning of 1.4ha of lands at Newhall, Naas for Industrial / warehousing. (existing use on site). It is
submitted that the zoning is appropriate having regard to adjoining zoned industrial lands, proximity of
national road network, existing industrial development on site, landowners history of delivering new
business and potential to create construction jobs. (Submission No. 157)
21) Seeks the zoning of 2.8ha at Newhall, Naas for industrial / warehousing. (adjoining Merlin Car Auctions). It
is submitted that the zoning is appropriate having regard to adjoining zoned industrial lands, proximity of
national road network, permitted industrial development on adjoining site, landowners history of delivering
new business and potential to create construction jobs. (Submission No. 158)
22) Seeks the zoning of 4.3ha of land currently used as a private residence and agricultural use at Newhall and
Jigginstown Naas for commercial use. It is submitted that the zoning is appropriate having regard to its
location between industrial zoned lands, ability to location landmark/gateway development, availability of
services, landowners history of delivering new business and potential to create construction jobs.
(Submission No. 159)
23) Seeks the zoning of 54ha of lands in Lewistown and Clownings adjoining Tougher Business Park for
Industrial / warehousing zoning. In support of the proposal it is indicated that the proposal constitutes infill
between two industrial areas, proximity to national roads network, availability of existing business park
infrastructure, landowner’s history of delivering new business, potential to create construction jobs and
suitability of site for the development having completed appropriate studies. (Submission No. 160)
24) Seeks rezoning of 11.9ha site from Industrial / warehousing to retail and commercial at Tougher Business
Park. The site is located at the entrance to the park and currently contains industrial development,
transport services and retail/wholesale businesses. In support of the submission it is stated that the site is
already zoned and the proposed rezoning will enable existing developments to be regularized, it provides
the opportunity for a landmark/gateway development, it is capable of providing a viable commercial
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development, the landowner’s history of delivering new business and potential to create construction jobs.
(Submission No. 161)
25) It is submitted that 11.3ha of lands located at Halverstown, Naas would be suitable to accommodate
industrial / warehousing uses given their accessibility to the M7 via the Newhall interchange and the
pattern of development permitted on neighbouring lands. It is submitted that the zoning of the lands
would be entirely logical at this location and would serve to consolidate the lands available for
industrial/warehousing within easy reach of the national road network. Reference is made to relevant
planning policy documents in support of the proposal and submits that Naas as the only Large Growth
Town Type 1 in the county has been identified to accommodate the substantive share of future economic
growth. (Submission No. 168)
26) Submission seeks the inclusion of Rosoboro adjacent to the PGA Golf Course and north of the M7 within
the Naas Town Council boundary, the rezoning of the lands to residential and the provision of
neighbourhood retailing at the said lands. In the review of the plan it is stated that the following should be
primary objectives for Naas and the provision relating to the Rosoboro lands would support same:
-
utilising land in proximity to Naas Town Centre and development of relationship between
town and complimentary land uses through socio-economic development and community
enhancement
-
consolidate the existing settlement structure through the development of appropriate
strategic sites within a concentric development pattern
-
provide a balanced mix of community, retail, residential and complimentary landuses
within a walkable neighbourhood context provide a framework for the planned, organised
and sustainable expansion of the town. (Submission No. 169)
Athy Environs
1)
Seeks the zoning of 22 acres of land at Geraldine Road, Athy within the townlands of Prusselstown and
Gerladine (adjoining the Athy Boundary) for light industry / warehousing. Other uses considered suitable
include a small retirement village, nursing home, a hotel or leisure centre. Landowner is prepared to pay a
special levy if required for the upgrade of road and water and wastewater infrastructure to service the site.
(Submission No.42)
2)
Submission relates to 15.2ha at Gallows Hill, Athy which border the Athy town boundary and include the
Clanard Court Hotel. The submission seeks the zoning of the lands for mixed use. Specific uses identified
include leisure, equine facilities to be financed through the zoning of lands for a retirement village, low
density housing or further serviced sites and further recreational / tourism activities including light
commercial activities such as a mini supermarket, chemist, hair salon, artisan style shopping to support a
village type atmosphere. It is further submitted that the access and infrastructure are in place for a mixed
use development. (Submission No.48)
3)
Seeks the zoning of lands at Gallowshill Athy, adjacent to the Athy town boundary and the new M9/M10
link road for future light industrial /commercial uses. It is submitted that the zoning of the lands will allow
direct access to the motorway without the requirement to enter the town centre. It is also stated that the
proposed zoning is compatible with existing zonings in the area and can lead to a dedicated high quality
business park. Furthermore, the proposed relocation of existing industrial uses in the town centre could
result in a change in these zonings to more appropriate uses at the edge of the town centre resulting in a
need to provide additional industrial lands being required. (Submission No. 115)
Kill Environs
1)
Outlines the history of Goff’s Equine facility, the provisions of the current development plan and proposed
land use designations under the proposed plan together with the land development strategy of the site. In
particular, the following is requested:

Extension of existing zoning KIE1 “Equine based leisure tourism and enterprise” to cover entire
land holding boundaries.
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Requests inclusion of specific objective for service area and hotel (granted under 08/656) and
zoning objective on these lands.

The inclusion of market, self catering / campus accommodation, equine craft workshop and a
museum in the permissible uses in the Environs matrix which will promote and support the
equine based industry of the county and in particular recognize the pivotal role of Goff’s as the
highest profile equine related facility within the County. (Submission No.38)
Zoning Requests Within LAP Boundary Areas
1)
Seeks designation of 18.5ha of lands previously in use as a Stud Farm at Kellsbourough House,
Walshestown, Newbridge. The lands are located within the development boundary of Newbridge and
currently zoned agriculture. The proposal seeks the designation of the lands for residential (13.8ha),
recreational (1.7ha) and neighbourhood uses (2.45ha), a 2 stream primary school on 1.4ha. Reasons to
support the zoning are stated and include; site id bounded by residential properties, brings Kellsborough
House back into use, would facilitate further expansion of Newbridge and alleviate significant residential
pressure, site has excellent accessibility and infrastructure and services and would compliment and
enhance recreational, community and neighbourhood facilities. (Submission No.37)
2)
Relates to 6.1ha of land owned by Glanbia at Ballitore be zoned for industrial / commercial uses to reflect
the long established existing use on the site and in order to retain and protect the existing business and to
allow further expansion should it be deemed necessary. (Submission No. 83)
3)
The submission relates to the Kildare Enterprise Centre lands, a 6.48 ha (16.02 acre) site. This site is
located within the designated development boundary for the town (Kildare Local Area Plan 2002), being to
the northeast of town centre. The site is currently zoned “G1 Industry & Warehousing” where it is an
objective of the County Council to “provide for new warehousing and industrial development”. The
submission is twofold: The submission firstly seeks that the new Kildare County Development Plan
recognise the role of Kildare town as a strategic urban centre which requires significant consolidation to
become a self-sustaining centre. The submission also seeks the rezoning of the Kildare Enterprise Centre
lands (6.48 ha /16.02 acre site) from ‘Industry/Warehousing’ to ‘Commercial/Industrial/Warehousing‘
(being a new zoning category in the Kildare LAP). The submission states that such a rezoning should allow
for the development of commercial floorspace appropriate for the town and for the site specifically. It is
envisaged that the lands, given their location, can facilitate a unique mixed use development including
retail
(both
comparison
and
convenience),
retail
warehousing,
office,
warehousing,
cinema/dancehall/disco, civic & leisure uses. The wording for this new land use zoning objective and the
associated zoning matrix table are presented. The submission details national, regional and local planning
justification and states that the rezoning is required to ensure Kildare town is a self-sustaining urban
centre. (Submission No. 140)
4)
This submission outlines the importance of the Kildare Tourist Outlet Village and suggest that the new
development plan must apply a clear policy supporting the protection, consolidation and managed
expansion of this established tourism and employment resource. In this regard it is submitted that the
current land use zoning is now historic and does not accurately reflect the established tourism retail
resource in operation on the subject lands. It recommends that the development plan should therefore set
a clear determination of the appropriate land use zoning for the Kildare Village lands and immediate
Environs which will ensure that the land use is protected and supported for future expansion. A specific
objective is recommended for the lands as follows: “To encourage and facilitate the managed expansion of
the existing Kildare Village Outlet centre, with the proper planning and sustainable development of the
area”. It further recommends that a “town centre commercial use” would be an appropriate zoning at this
location together with the specific allocation of parking support for this use at this location to ensure safe
and proper parking provision for peak periods. It also states that the following be incorporated in the draft
plan “large or complex developments may be assessed separately with regard to the circumstances.”
(Submission No. 143)
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The submission outlines the position regarding lands within the ownership of Quniby holdings at Greenhills,
Kill and its proposals to swap lands with Kill GAA for residential use. It is submitted that the relocation of
the GAA would facilitate the provision of much expanded and improved sporting facilities (8-10ha) to
facilitate residents of Kill and Johnstown. Quinby holdings proposes to develop a regional cemetery on the
balance of the lands at Greenhills which would serve central Kildare. It is submitted that the new plan must
allow for the provision of important community facilities on agricultural lands given that town centre sites
are often restricted and not suitable for future expansion. In support of the proposal it is submitted that
the site has excellent accessibility from the national road network and that such uses should be open for
consideration on lands deemed agricultural in close proximity to existing settlements and which are served
by good connections and access options would be entirely appropriate and would ensure the continued
success of these vital community facilities. It is recommended that the following policy may be considered
appropriate: “It is the policy of KCC to promote the provision of social and community facilities to support
the residents of Kildare over the period of the CDP. It is policy of KCC to promote such uses on agricultural
lands where appropriate, subject to site suitability, access and the nature of adjoining uses.” In conclusion
it is recommended that the lands currently occupied by Kill GAA and zoned general development and open
space and amenity be rezoned new residential. (Submission No. 144)
6)
Request the zoning of a site at Simmonstown, Celbridge be amended in the Celbridge plan from amenity to
accommodate affordable housing. In support of the proposal it is stated that planning gains include, the
provision of affordable housing, access to the Liffey, a riverside walk and upgrading of the Ardclough Road.
(Submission No. 147)
7)
Zone the Sileachan Valley from the south side of the canal to the confluence of the stream and the Liffey
as an area of special biodiversity and promote knowledge of same. Zone an area of land identified between
the Rye and where the river continues to the end of Shingled House as public amenity land. (Submission
No. 178)
Zoning Requests for Rural Settlements
1)
Seeks zoning of lands for residential purposes adjoining policy theme boundary in Kilshanroe. (Submission
No. 5)
2)
Seeks zoning of lands for general development adjoining policy theme boundary in Ballyshannon.
(Submission No. 6)
3)
Seeks inclusion of lands for sports and residential development adjacent to the school in Ballyshannon.
(Submission No. 12)
4)
Seeks the zoning of lands within the policy theme boundary of Brannockstown for residential/ commercial /
community facilities. 2.7ac to be provided to the Parish for a school. (Submission No. 19)
5)
Seeks
the
zoning
of
lands
within
the
policy
theme
boundary
of
Twomilehouse
as
residential/commercial/community facilities and amenities. (Submission No. 20)
6)
Seeks inclusion in Twomilehouse of school site and residential (00/1892) and village treatment works
together with an extension and rezoning of residential areas to the south and west. (Submission No. 21)
7)
Seeks the inclusion of 5 ha of existing agricultural land to residential zoning under the policy theme
boundary of Kildangan Village. It is submitted that the lands adjoining residential development with all
services provided. (Submission No. 81)
8)
Seeks the inclusion of two plots, Plot A 2.02ha in Suncroft adjacent to an existing local authority scheme
and located beside services and utilities rezoned for residential use with a view of selling some or all of this
plot to the Local Authority and a 2.25ha located within the 80kph speed limit adjacent to Eascanrath Lane
for residential use. (Submission No. 118)
9)
The submission relates to a 2.5 acre site within the policy theme boundary of Milltown currently containing
a public house and restaurant. It is requested that the lands be zoned general development such as
residential or development associated with existing public house and restaurant. In support of the proposal
it is submitted that the zoning would meet the goal, policy and objective of the plan, the lands are easily
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serviced, located in a strategic position in the village close to recreational facilities and would give rise to
employment in the construction industry and result in a sustainable development. (Submission No. 134)
10) Seeks the zoning of 0.3 ha at Churchland South, Suncroft for high density residential zoning. The site is
located within the policy theme boundary. In support of the proposal it is stated that the site is located in
the centre of the village adjoining an existing school and is fully serviced and capable of providing a
sustainable residential development. (Submission No. 166)
Extension to Policy Theme Boundary for Rural Settlements
1)
Seeks inclusion of 8.1 acres of land within the policy theme boundary for Suncroft. (Submission No. 14)
2)
Requests the extension of the Rathcoffey strengthening boundary to include the triangle bounded by the
R407, R408 and Mooretown Drive, as it may become landlocked in the future where roadside sites are not
part of the overall holding. The proposal would allow suitable mixed use and addressing population decline
in the area. (Submission No.45)
3)
Seeks the inclusion of 7ha of land within the policy theme boundary for Carbury to provide for new
residential development and associated services incidental to residential. It is proposed that the site would
be served by the Derrinturn WWTP. (Submission No.62)
4)
Seeks the inclusion of 5.3 ha for residential purposes within the development boundary of the settlement
of Ellistown.(Submission No.67)
5)
Relates to lands in Carbury Village which will be severed into 3 separate portions by the proposed bypass
arising from the improvements to the R402 Enfield to Edenderry Road Improvement Scheme. Part of the
lands are located within the policy theme boundary with the remainder adjoining it. It is submitted that
insufficient lands have been identified in the village to ensure a critical mass, and that with the proposed
road works the lands the viability of the holding will be affected but allows for the orderly development of
the village, the lands have no amenity value. (Submission No. 85)
6)
Seeks the inclusion of 36 acres in Wheatfield Upper, Ardclough be zoned for development and included
within the policy theme boundary and provide for light industrial, a mix of housing and commercial
development. (Submission No. 86)
7)
The submission relates to lands adjoining the policy theme boundary of Ardclough. The submission
addresses the planning context of the proposal including the current designation of the settlement as
“Strengthening” and the Ardclough Village Design Statement 2009. It is requested that the following points
be taken on board:
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The NSS suggests that rural villages should be strengthened by promoting the attractiveness of
such areas for residential and employment related development.
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The population of the Parish of Kill increased by 11.7% between 2002 and 2006, the village
design statement for Ardclough confirms that the population within Ardclough itself has
moderately increased over the past ten years.
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Ardclough is located in a national transport corridor and in close proximity to the Metropolitan
area.
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Ardclough is currently designated for strengthening and requests the inclusion of the said lands
within the proposed boundary. (Submission No. 106).
8)
Seeks amendment of rural settlement policy theme boundary for the village of Ardclough to incorporate
15acres (6.07 ha) within the policy theme boundary to facilitate housing and nursing home accommodation
including sheltered housing. No technical constraints have been identified in the submission. In support of
the proposal it is submitted that the inclusion of the lands will meet the requirements of the existing plan,
are located in a strategic position beside the new primary school, the proposal will constitute sustainable
development and provide employment to the construction industry. (Submission No. 112)
9)
Seeks the inclusion of lands at Nurney within the development plan. (Submission No. 123)
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Key Villages
1)
Seeks inclusion of lands adjoining existing boundary within the Kilteel Development boundary. (Submission
No. 7)
2)
Submission recommends the inclusion of following policy statements in the draft development plan:
- The Council will priorities the development of a modern sewage treatment works in Ballymore Eustace.
- The Council will draw up a Local Area Plan to guide the future sustainable development of Ballymore
Eustace. (Submission No. 29).
3)
Requests that land purchased in 1999 which is located within the development boundary of Kilteel village
comprising 10.3 ha be zoned residential given Kilteel’s designation as a key village in the settlement
hierarchy in the current CDP. A number of reasons are outlined in support of the proposed zoning.
(Submission No.33)
4)
The submission relates to a 1.7 acre site currently located outside the development boundary of Moone. It
is requested that the lands be zoned proposed infill residential. In support of the proposal it is submitted
that the zoning would meet the goal, policy and objective of the plan, the lands are easily serviced, located
in a strategic position in the village close to recreational facilities and would give rise to employment in the
construction industry and result in a sustainable development. (Submission No. 135)
Rural Area Zoning Requests
1)
Submission relates to 18ha of land west of the town of Ballymore Eustace (BME) comprising 16.5ha of a
former sand and gravel pit recently filled and now closed in the townlands of Kimmens, BME,
Coughlanstown West and Sousheen Commons and 1.5ha on the banks of the River Liffey in the townland
of Sousheen Commons. Reference is made to the existing statement in the current development plan,
which it is submitted is no longer relevant given the restoration of the site, their location close to the
village and site for the sewage treatment works for the town. Requests that the lands be recognized as a
brownfield site, easily serviced and ideally located to accommodate the future residential and employment
needs of BME. The suitability of the site for development is expressed and outlines constraints to
developing other lands in the village. The following is proposed and illustrated in a masterplan: Approx.
6ha for low density residential, Approx.1.5 for the development of an enterprise centre, Approx. 4.5 for a
retirement and convalescence village, Approx. 6 ha for an eco-park/recreational use. The following wording
is also suggested for the lands: It is an objective of the plan to encourage and facilitate the restoration of
the sand and gravel pits in BME. The Council recognizes that these brownfield sites occupy a key location
in the town. Their restoration presents an opportunity to expand the town in an environmentally
sustainable manner. (Submission No.30)
2)
Relates to the zoning of a 5 acre site at Prosperous road Clane immediately outside the Clane Dev
boundary 2009. Zoning of the site for office, light industry and warehousing with a specific objective for
incubator / enterprise unit is requested potentially creating 80-100 jobs. A variation in unit size will be
provided. Reference is made to a similar scheme developed by the Company at the M4 Interchange Park.
Provision of a footpath and lighting would be provided to accommodate the zoning. Further infrastructure
is available to facilitate the proposed development. The submission also makes reference to the location of
the site to Clane town centre, serviced by public transport, proposal would not constitute leap-frogging as
adjoining lands have been developed. (Submission No.43)
3)
Request the zoning of 7 acres of land adjoining the development boundary of Johnstown for low and
medium density housing. It is submitted that the planning provision for Johnstown should be contained
within the Development Plan as it is below the proposed mandatory threshold under the 2009 Planning Bill
of over 5,000 population for the preparation of an LAP and well below discretionary limit of 2-5,000. It is
submitted that a sufficient level of population resident (2,000) be facilitated in the village to sustain
improved retail, services, community facilities and generate employment opportunities. It is indicated that
the existing development boundaries need to be expanded even if it is only to cater locally generated
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organic demand. The site is sequentially the next site to be developed outside he existing built up
boundary. (Submission No.54)
4)
The submission seeks the zoning of 44.55 Acres new industrial /warehousing to the rear of the existing
zoned industrial /warehousing site at Brownstown, Kilcullen (refer 09/621) to ensure fully serviced sites will
be available subject to planning permission. (Submission No. 59)
5)
Seeks the zoning of 60 acres of land along the Allenwood to Carbury Regional road adjoining the
Mushrooom factory for light industry/warehousing. In support of the proposal it is stated that the
development would replace many job losses in the area and reduce the requirement to commute to work,
it will address the shortage of small industrial units in the sub region, stabilize population, contribute to a
more balanced development of the county and improvements to infrastructure will be of benefit to the
wider community. The applicant is in a position to contribute by way of special levy to water and sewerage
services and availability of land for road alignment. It is submitted that adequate provision exists for
surface water. (Submission No. 74)
6)
It is submitted that the NRA has designated the Fitzpatrick site at Mayfield Interchange, Monasterevin as
an off-line service area. Reference is also made to NR8 in the current plan which states “To support the
provision of Motor Services Areas generally at Kill, Mullaghmast and Mayfield Interchanges”. As permission
has been granted for a MSA 06/1881 it is submitted that the 17 acres of land should be zoned for
motorway service area use to include provision of fuel, toilets, parking (for motorway vehicles), overnight
accommodation, food offer and convenience shop facilities. (Submission No. 77)
7)
The submission relates to 44ha of which 18ha is commercial woodland at Rathangan Demense and
accessed from the R401 regional road. The site is located outside the current development boundary of
Rathangan village. It is submitted that the zoning to the south of the town would give it more balance, and
reduce somewhat the pressure on Rathangan Bridge. It is submitted that the landbank would allow for the
completion of a ring road around Rathangan linking the R401 to R414 at Mountprospect. The zonings
requested include open space and amenity and general development. Proposals outlined include amenity
centre, sports facilities, nursing home and sheltered housing, retail, light industrial, residential and ecoclusters. (Submission No. 78)
8)
Forenaught Stud seeks the zoning of part of the landholding to low density housing and recreation. As part
of the process the stud is willing to enter into long term lease with Naas RFC to provide sporting facilities
for the club. It is submitted that NRC will require a minimum of 3 additional pitches if it is to continue to
provide adequate playing pitches for a town the size of Naas and its schools. It is stated that the council
should ensure that any future development in the Tipper Triangle should stipulate that a developer should
identify sufficient lands for the provision of 3 pitches to be located close to the existing sports
infrastructure of NRC. The proposed joint development with Forenaughts Stud would allow for the
development of four sites on 3.4 acres and the development of 3 acres as pitches for underage players.
The club thus supports the request from Forenaught Stud to designate the lands identified as suitable for
residential and the allocation of the related lands to Naas RFC on a longterm lease for the purposes of
playing pitches. (Submission No. 80)
9)
This submission relates to a strategic landbank along the N7 between Steelstown interchange and
Castlewarden comprising approx 51 ha. The submission requests that the Castlewarden lands are zoned
for employment generating uses having regard to their strategic location between two key transport
interchanges, extensive frontage and immediate accessibility, thereby leveraging economic activity and a
return on public investment for both the county and local area. The proposed lands are intended to
facilitate the relocation and consolidation of Harris Group operations from Bluebell. (Submission No. 93)
10) Seeks the rezoning of lands (measure size) at Curryhills, Prosperous from agricultural to residential use. In
support of the proposal it is submitted that the land is served by an existing road network, main sewerage
line and mains water supply. (Submission No. 96)
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11) Refers to an industrial development in Lullymore West which has been operational for almost 20 years. It
is stated that the development has not been subject to enforcement proceedings nor queried by any local
resident and is similar to other industrial uses on unzoned land which is a source of local employment and
of great importance in the current economic circumstances. Reference is made to existing objectives /
policies of the current plan. It is proposed that the lands be zoned for its current use which would be in
compliance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. (Submission No. 98)
12) Seeks the zoning of lands 3.28acres (1.33ha) at Blackhall, Clane, 200m south of the Clane LAP boundary
2009. The use of existing buildings on site is as a meat plant with various associated uses including offices
to commercial land use. Reference is made to existing policies of the current development plan and the
use of Environs zonings in other parts of the county. It is submitted that all infrastructural services are
available and the proposal would give rise to planning, economic and social benefits and would be in
accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. (Submission No. 113)
13) Seeks the zoning of 70 acres situated in the townland of Cornelscourt adjacent to the Newbridge
Greyhound Track and located outside the development boundary of Newbridge for a business park with
Office, Industry and warehousing, the objective of which is “To provide for new offices, warehousing and
industrial development”. The submission outlines the planning context of the proposed submission and
puts forward planning reasons for the proposed rezoning. (Submission No. 124)
14) Requests the Planning Authority to adopt the K Club Resort Masterplan 2009 as part of the next draft
development plan and to include appropriate objectives and policies to support its phased development in
accordance with the masterplan. The K Club lands are identified in three parcels:
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Parcel A: Resort Lands to include conference facilities, hotel expansion, residential
accommodation, tourism facilities and tourist accommodation.
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Parcel B: Village Lands (80acres mostly located outside the LAP boundary) facilitate the
expansion of the village and /or the creation of a new or expanded village centre (e.g. country
pub, mixed use centre, business centre, residential services, medical and related consultants
etc), residential and 9 hole putting course.
Parcel C; Bohereen Lands. – constituting a significant residential opportunity and requests zoning
for residential. (Submission No. 137)
15) Submission relates to lands currently located outside the development boundary of Kildare for mixed use
development including a mix of residential, retail, commercial, community and recreational use. It is
requested that the lands be zoned ST1 – to facilitate opportunities for science and technology based
employment and associated and complimentary uses in a high quality environment in accordance with an
approved local area plan. The PA vision for these type of lands is to provide areas for the location of high
technology, research and development facilities, corporate/industrial offices, and support service facilities
in a campus like setting which ensures a high quality, aesthetic environment in accordance with an
approved local area plan and subject to the provision of the necessary physical infrastructure. In as far as
is possible the mobility needs of businesses should be matched with the accessibility of different locations
and developments characterized by high levels of employment should be encouraged in areas where there
is convenient access to good public transport network. The subject site provides the opportunity for this
type of business operation to be carried on in tandem with residential and other complementary land uses
in order to encourage balance and vitality. It is further requested that a specific objective might be
included on the lands to allow for a medium height signature building which would focus on the entrance
to Kildare in architectural terms. (Submission No. 138)
16) Seeks the zoning of 25.5ha comprising two defunct sand and gravel pits (brownfield site), an active
concrete manufacturing facility and agricultural lands for industry / warehousing use at Halverstown,
Kilcullen. The site located within Kilcullen Environs is recommended to contain the following objective KIL1
“to provide for industrial and warehousing uses at a location outside the built up area of Kilcullen”. It is
proposed to relocate the existing concrete manufacturing facility to Brownstown. Planning arguments to
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support the zoning proposal are the fact that the site is an underutilised brownfield site, its current
industrial use and employment opportunities that may arise in Kilcullen and Environs. Also there is
potential for expansion with an overall landholding of 72.5ha. (Submission No. 139)
17) Seeks the zoning of approx 15 acres of land at Broadford located to the north of the M4 motorway. It is
suggested that a desirable zoning would comprise Light Industry / Warehousing but would consider an
alternative zoning but may be suitable for a small retirement village, hotel or leisure centre. The
submission addresses access and infrastructure issues and considers the proposal appropriate in light of its
proximity to existing development, shortage of small industrial units, ability to stabilize population and
would rebalance development from East and Mid Kildare to the north west. (Submission No. 153)
18) Seeks the zoning of 34ha at Grangebeg, Brannockstown for proposed integrated leisure development. A
similar development to the tourist facility at Lullymore is envisaged with tourist accommodation. It is
submitted that the zoning of the lands is appropriate having regard to its location to harness tourists and
develop counties tourism image, strategic location, other leisure facilitates in area and landowners history
of delivering businesses. (Submission No. 162)
19) Seeks the zoning of 11.1ha of lands within Stephenstown South, Twomilehouse to low density residential
zoning. It is submitted that the zoning is appropriate having regard to its location bounded by low density
residential, proximate to village amenities and availability of services. (Submission No. 163)
20) Seeks the zoning of 6.2ha of lands at Athgarvan, Newbridge for low density residential zoning. (adjacent to
existing boundary). It is submitted that the zoning is appropriate having regard to its location bounded by
high density residential, proximate to village amenities and availability of services. (Submission No. 164)
21) Seeks the zoning of 5.7ha of lands for low density residential development at Great Connell Newbridge past Old Abbey Mannor on Twomilehouse road. It is submitted that the scheme would be aimed at the
decision makers in local business and that such a scheme is not available in Newbridge. Further, it is stated
that the site is situated close to existing residential development land and is fully serviced and is capable of
providing a sustainable residential development. (Submission No. 165)
22) Seeks the zoning of 10.4ha at Green Road Newbridge for high density residential development. (adjoining
Greenmount Park). In support of the proposal reference is made to adjoining high density residential
development, proximity of existing school, availability of services and similar developments in the area.
(Submission No. 167)
23) The submission relates to 65acres/26.3ha of land at Newtown Kildare in proximity to Newtown Cross Road
to the south of the M7 Interchange and seeks the rezoning of the lands for residential use. In support of
the submission it is stated that existing zonings exist within the vicinity, the area has extension public
transport links and the ability of the proposed treatment plan to cater for the proposed development.
(Submission No. 175)
24) Seeks zoning of 7 acres of land at Stacumny, Celbridge
for employment generating development
compatible with and complimentary to the established development in the area, namely and primarily the
State Laboratories. In support of this, reference is made to the need for lands to be provided for
employment generating uses, availability of infrastructure and the general pattern of development in the
area. A brochure indicating the nature of development is also attached. (Submision No. 179)
Downzoning
1)
Reference is also made to an overall reduction in open space in the new plan and zoning of land around Leixlip
amenity centre from general development to open space and amenity. (Submission No. 28)
2)
Submission seeks the lands at the Donaghcumper Demense rezoned to the original designation in the Celbridge
Local Area Plan 2002 (agriculture/open space). It is submitted that under no circumstance should the area be
developed for commercial or residential development. (Submission No. 95)
General Zoning Comments / Requests Incl Policy Comments or Specific Objectives
1)
Seeks the formal identification of the Kill pits in their entirety for employment uses. (Submission No. 10)
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Pending the making of a plan for Ballymore Eustace it is requested that the zoning be changed from low
density residential to village centre. (Submission No. 29)
3)
Recommends a review of previous zoning decision and further zoning decision should be openly and
transparently aired to the public at every stage. (Submission No.31)
4)
States the need for a land/housing audit which indicates, zoned land availability, extant permissions, half
built residential developments, vacant dwellings, lands within designated rural settlement boundaries, the
percentage of one-off rural housing. (Submission No.99 )
5)
Developing comprehensive plan for future use of peatland to consider business parks and industrial use at
areas most likely with good motorway access. (Submission No. 35)
6)
205ha landholding at Clongowes Wood College- submission is centered on the successful continuation of
Clongowes Wood College and the protection and conservation of its buildings, structures, landscape and
archaeological features of note within the entire college lands. The proposal for a cordon sanitaire at the
college will ensure the continued protection of the college, castle and attendant grounds. It fully supports
Policy AH8 of the current plan and proposes to reword Policy AH8 to read “To support the re-development
of Clongowes to ensure the continued and enhanced educational use of this protected structure in
association with the Clongowes Towards 200 Masterplan. Any proposed development within the
curtilage and/or attendant grounds must demonstrate that it is part of an overall strategy for the future
conservation of the entire complex including structures, demesne and/or attendant grounds”. The
submission also proposes a new policy CR8 for Clongowes: To provide for an educational agri-science and
sport academy, including research and development on lands adjacent to Clongowes Wood College
complementary to the Clongowes Towards 200 Masterplan”. A conceptual plan has been prepared as part
of this submission to highlight how the proposed new policy CR8 would fit in with the established character
of Clongowes Wood College.
The building plans comprise, new library, science units and technology
buildings, sports centre (including swimming pool), ancillary facilities including TV recreation study and
leisure areas for boarders, infirmary and staff and meeting rooms. It is submitted that these proposals will
ensure that the established character of Clongowes Wood College is safeguard and that the no longer
viable college farm is developed as a complementary educational, agri-science and sports academy.
(Submission No. 49)
7)
This submission relates to lands currently zoned Z ‘integrated leisure and tourism’ – Courtown Demense
Kilcock. It is submitted that a new flexibility should be adopted in relation to the development of the
strategic lands at Courtown, Kilcock to establish a mixed use business/lifestyle campus at the gateway to
the Dublin Metropolitan Area to serve the needs of Kilcock a designated growth centre in a designated
primary dynamic cluster where two strategic transport corridors will intersect (M4 and Door). It is
submitted that the substantial tourism and leisure elements of the permitted development have been over
supplied in the Kildare and GDA context and other uses should be considered which can be subject to a
masterplan to be agreed with Kildare County council on a number of parameters relating to integration of
land use, enterprise, residential, leisure and tourism, urban design, ecology and community gain, while
delivering a flexible and viable package for future land use development. 5 main integrated land-use are
proposed, - Business Campus, Elderly Care Facility, Courtown house conversion to boutique hotel, housing
as per 2005 plan and amenity/recreation development. While the submission is not seeking zonings at this
stage it seeks the recognition of the strategic importance of Courtown at a key east-west and north-south
junction at the western edge of the DMA. (Submission No.56)
8)
Seeks the preparation of an area plan for Coill Dubh so that lands can be zoned for a dedicated
recreational/sporting facility in the village. (Submission No. 60)
9)
It is submitted that the current settlement policy is failing to meet its goal of providing a viable alternative
to “one-off housing” or affordable housing to local people. Given the significant infrastructural works
required to facilitate developments in many of the settlements the cost of which can only be recouped
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through the selling price of units the density of housing should be lowered and allow for small/private
treatment systems. (Submission No.61)
10) It is submitted that the criteria within the settlements are restrictive and resulting in vacancy levels
throughout the county despite other purchasers being available. A complaint regarding this issue was sent
from the Dept of Environment to the European Commission and the council responded indicating that it
would be addressed in the review of the plan.(Submission No.63)
11) It is indicated that Coillte are the largest landowner in the state and the biggest provider of outdoor
recreation facilities comprising forest parks, walking/biking routes and picnic sites. Coillte has a landholding
of 3,892ha in Kildare and is an important contributor to the economic, social and Environmental
development of the county. It requests the inclusion of the following objective: “ Kildare County Council
recognizes the significance of Coillte’s land holding and acknowledges its potential in the development of
sustainable development projects in the areas of forestry, land development, renewable energy and
recreation / tourism”. (Submission No.64)
12) Seeks amendment to local need and local growth policy that allows people the choice to live in the local
area without having a connection to the are, thus allowing free movement of people to decide where they
want to live without restriction on there properties. Reference is made to a first part appeal regarding
reference no. 05/2451. (Submission No. 82)
13) This submission relates to a 43ha landholding located generally to the west of Naas east of the M7
Motorway near the Newhall Interchange. The submission seeks to identify and address economic and
employment related issues and an acknowledgement of the strategic planning and economic importance of
the subject site. It assesses the planning policies applicable from national to local policies and the relevant
planning history of the area. It further recommends a review of employment lands, the preparation of an
economic and employment strategy and development of policies and objectives etc. It is submitted that
having regard to the outstanding, committed and pipeline industrial development, it is very likely that the
quantum of available employment lands in the location would be insufficient to meet employment needs
over the period of the plan. In support of the proposal reference is made to the location and strategic
importance of the lands together with accessibility to national road network, proximity to complimentary
and mutually dependent uses, and economic benefits and maximising returns on public sector investment.
(Submission No. 92)
14) This submission relates to a strategic landbank along the N7 between Steelstown interchange and
Castlewarden comprising approx 51 ha. The submission seeks the inclusion of the following objective “that
the CDP includes a specific objective which states that the Council will actively pursue the extension of the
GDA Metropolitan Boundary to include the strategically located lands at Castlewarden as identified in figure
3.1”. The proposed lands are intended to facilitate the relocation and consolidation of Harris Group
operations from Bluebell. The submission addresses the planning context and planning history of the area.
In support of the zoning the location and strategic importance of the lands are outlined together with
accessibility to national road network, proximity to complimentary and mutually dependent uses, and
economic benefits and maximising returns on public sector investment. (Submission No. 93)
15) Zoning for housing must have regard to where people work, and move away from haphazard developer led
zoning. New developments should also provide for a greater level of architectural integration with towns
and supported by an effective town centre policy. (Submission No. 114)
16) This submission relates to a 228ha at Lyons, to the south of Celbridge which are agricultural in nature and
also comprise 17,000sq of farm and labatory buildings and have been a centre for third level R & D for
over 45 years. The submission addresses the relevant planning policy provisions and Kildare 2012- An
Economic, Social and Cultural Strategy together with planning precedents for developments within
demesne lands. It seeks to promote the Lyons Research Farm lands as a potential future employment
location within Kildare which could be successfully developed into a 4th generation enterprise/employment
based facility with educational/ R& D ties to UCD and based on a campus style setting. It is therefore
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requested that the forthcoming plan include an objective “that supports the future development of an
R&D/Innovation/Enterprise Campus at the UCD Lyons Estate, subject to preparation and adoption of a
masterplan /framework plan for the lands. In support of the proposal it is submitted that the campus style
business parks are more appropriate to parkland settings together with positive site attributes including its
metropolitan rural location, proximity to established suburban centres, extensive built environment exist on
the lands and the history of R & D at the facility and links to UCD. (Submission No. 120)
17) Regarding the village of Brannockstown it is submitted that:
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The character of the village must be preserved to include trees, hedgerows, stone walls etc and
decisions consistent with the VDS. The special village status should also be restored.
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Future development should be restricted to local need / local growth with clearer definition of
terms.
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Requests that Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas be integrated into the new
plan.
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Services in the village must be addressed together with the issue of flooding and traffic calming,
footpaths, school provision etc. (Submission No. 129)
18) Submission refers to a development permitted under reference 05/1133 for 26 no. units in Brownstown. It
is indicated that 18 units have been constructed of which only 9 have been sold. It is submitted that the
provisions of local need are excessively restrictive with only 3 units sold under the local need criteria. It is
requested that the requirements of the local need category be dropped so that sites can be completed and
to minimize disamenity to the existing residents of the schemes. (Submission No. 130)
19) Submits that the permitted inclusion of discount foodstores for consideration within specific zonings should
be less restrictive and “Permitted in Principle” on a more regular basis. Requests current Lidl stores be
identified as important neighbourhood centre facilities in the zoning matrix of the new plan. Also that the
zone of general development be amended so that shop (convenience) and retail warehousing be permitted
in principle. In Naas zoning of site is NE2, under this zone it requests to make shop “convenience” a
permitted in principle use. (Submission No. 131)
20) The submission relates to a landholding of 42.9 acres/ 17.4ha of land located within the townland of
Turnings between Straffan and Clane which contains an existing abattoir, associated and open lands. It
seeks through the identification of a site specific designation for an equine tourist facility in relation to the
subject lands the inclusion of the following objective; “It is the policy of the council to support the
development of appropriate integrated equine leisure, tourist and educational facilities at the existing
abattoir site and neighbouring lands, Turnings, Straffan and recognise the opportunity and benefits of
clustering tourist facilities for the sustainable development of the county”. The submission outlines the
planning rationale of the submission based on its contribution to the tourist industry and socio-economic
benefits of the equine tourist facility. The submission outlines the importance of the horse sector, live
register trends, the contraction of the construction industry and the potential economic impact of the
proposed development on the local economy with significant employees, associated expenditure and a
wider unquantifiable benefit of the profile of Kildare and the Mid-East Areas as a whole. (Submission No.
141)
21) The submission queries the massive amount of lands identified in policy theme boundaries and absence of
education provision in certain areas to cater for population expansion, inappropriate nature of apartment
development in villages identified for local need and associated cost of units in the villages. Furthermore,
the inadequacy of public transport to cater for settlements is highlighted together with the importance of
tourism to the county. (Submission No. 149)
22) This submission relates to 70acres (28ha) located to the immediate north of Hazelhatch Train Station,
Celbridge. It requests the inclusion of an objective to create a mixed use residential community focused on
the lands adjacent to the station which it is submitted would accord with national and regional planning
policy documents which promotes the integration of landuse and transportation and seeks to deliver a
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modal shift away from the private car. This designation it is submitted would provide a logical spatial
solution to the consolidation of further population growth within the GDA and the primary dynamic cluster
of Celbridge, Leixlip and Kilcock. It would also be consistent with the approach of developing communities
at other stations on the Dublin-Kildare line at Park west, Clondalkin, Adamstown and Clonburris.
(Submission No. 151)
23) Seeks the retention of the consolidation theme for Calverstown. It also identifies the need for recreational
facilities in the village and the development of telecommunications infrastructure for the local area
together with Environmental improvements and waste treatment plant for the village. (Submission No.
154)
24) Requests the rural node of Castlemitchell be changed to the category of revitalisation as the continued
development of the community hall, school and sports ground is dependent on new people with ideas and
energy coming to the area. (Submission No. 172)
25) Existing settlement have not reduced demand for one-off housing in the rural countryside and have not
catered for local need and have contributed to unsustainable travel patterns throughout the county.
(Submission No. 182).
26) Indicates that there is sufficient zoned land to accommodate potential population increases. Level of
growth indicated in ‘Issues Paper’ would result in towns linking up with rural agricultural land being
incapable of being farmed. (Submission No. 182).
27) There is no requirement for identification of further settlements or expanding on the size of exisitng
settlements.
1.6
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND EMPLOYMENT
1)
Indicates that sufficient employment lands need to be identified and should favour sites where
environmental objectives can be achieved e.g. brownfield sites. (Submission No. 10)
2)
Recommends that the Council purchase tracts of unzoned land for suitable employment-based
opportunities and secure balanced employment between e.g. manufacturing and agriculture in each subregion of the county to discourage unnecessary commuting to work. (Submission No. 11)
3)
Indicates that the absence of a technological institute in the county may need to be addressed and that
the development of a science park at Carton should be investigated. (Submission No. 11)
4)
The Plan should cater for a contraction in international tourism, in retail and in the number of journeys
taken around the region with more food processing and basic manufacturing in Kildare. Regard should be
had to, Smarter Travel (February 2009), The National Efficiency Energy Action Plan (May 2009) and the
National Cycle Policy Framework (April 2009). (Submission No. 27)
5)
It is submitted that the Council has been lacking in its promotion of commercial and industrial development
over the life of the plan. Such development are to be actively encouraged which may require local
incentives to drive economic development together with the provision of water services throughout the
county. (Submission No. 63)
6)
Submission relates to lands located at Ballygoran between the towns of Celbridge and Maynooth and in
close proximity to Leixlip, Kilcock and Straffan, the main towns comprise the Primary Dynamic Cluster. It is
submitted that the site is suitable for a nursing home development based on topography and road
frontage, accessibility, bus service, orientation and services. It is submitted that in order to meet the
identified shortfall for Nursing Homes in the north-east of the County it would be appropriate to include a
policy to provide for the development of high care nursing homes within the Dublin Metropolitan Area
outside of defined town boundaries on site with good access to adjoining towns as well as the local and
national road network and piped services. (Submission No. 55)
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It is submitted that unemployment increased by 162% across the county in the last 18 months to the end
of June 2009. In this regard the level of work in construction that could be carried out to preserve jobs is
something that should be considered in the plan. Reference in this regard is made to infrastructural works
and the use of development contributions, rates and government funding to ensure the timely provision of
same. (Submission No. 63)
8)
It is submitted that the level of commercial rates and development contributions are a huge impediment to
the attractiveness of Kildare county as a place to live and do business. It requests and immediate decrease
in both and indicates that the current rates are not comparable with other counties of a similar size or
towns of a similar size elsewhere in the country.(Submission No. 63)
9)
It is submitted that the Council has been lacking in its promotion of commercial and industrial development
over the life of the plan. Such development are to be actively encouraged which may require local
incentives to drive economic development together with the provision of water services throughout the
county. (Submission No.63)
10) Submission relates to the economic development and employment section of the current development
plan. The submission outlines the existing policy of the KCC development plan 2005 – 2011 which supports
proposals or small and medium enterprise business development in “development centres” with existing
infrastructural facilities, services, and goods communications or where these can be provided as reasonable
cost”. This it is submitted is in stark contract to the development policy 11 of the Meath Development plan
which states “to apply a flexible approach to the zoning of lands suitable for entrepreneurial start up
business and small scale light industrial and employment generating activities, where it can be
demonstrated that the proposed use would have minimal impact on adjoining uses, primarily residential
property”. The current policy of the Kildare plan therefore affects local business types including working
from home both office based and workshop based and haulage / trucking operations. An amendment to
the policy to provide a more flexible approach to promote sustainable small and medium enterprise
development in rural areas is requested. (Submission No. 66)
11) It is recommended that the new plan build on the current pattern of employment distribution by placing a
high priority on the concentration of further employment and population growth within a limited number of
larger towns in the Mid Kildare corridor and northern Kildare settlement cluster, thus strengthening their
role as local economic drivers and as attractors of further inward investment.
Upgrading of the two
strategic rail corridors will also support stronger local economic synergies. The importance of existing town
centres should also be supported by retail planning policies. The scale of employment in Kildare should
also be compatible with the preferred RPG distribution and the location of growth within the metropolitan
area and a limited number of hinterland development centres. A strong emphasis should be placed on the
accommodation of further retail growth within existing town centres at all levels in the retail hierarchy.
(Submission No. 69)
12) Support the development of small and medium on-farm enterprises to encourage job creation in rural
areas. (Submission No. 89)
13) Given the cost of upgrading storage facilities in Kildare €25m under the nitrates regulations many new
buildings have been built. The council should consider a change of use for some of the older buildings
which could encourage enterprise creation on farm and local employment. (Submission No. 89)
14) Recommends the inclusion of the rebalance of industry and employment towards the south of the county.
Also requests that zoning for residential development be matched with the creation of jobs thereby
avoiding the stigma and problems created with commuter towns and estates. (Submission No. 97)
15) A significant level of economic development and employment opportunities will arise from Kildare arising
from the proposed Leinster International Airport in Co. Offaly. (Submission No. 105)
16) Seeks identification of strategic locations for development of high skills employment hubs, the promotion
and support for incubator units for enterprise and R&D projects with sponsorship of these initiatives sought
from national funds and established multi-nationals in the County. It also identifies the need to create
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connections with third level institutes both in and close to the County in supporting enterprise projects.
The development of an inland port at Cherryville in Kildare is suggested together with the need for a more
sustainable balance of employment throughout the County. It also seeks to support indigenous enterprise,
particularly small self employed operators in the provision of low cost locations and incentive schemes.
These incentives can be achieved through planning supports and preferential rate packages for limited
periods. (Submission No. 181)
17) It is submitted that Kildare has the potential to develop into a key tourism centre within Ireland however,
in order to make existing tourist assets perform better for the County they need to operate more
cohesively. In this regard it is suggested that the CDP should make it an objective to work effectively with
the key operators in this industry in order to maximise returns from same. (Submission No. 181)
1.7.1
RESIDENTIAL
General
1) Submission raises particular concerns over failure of KCC to control house prices. (Submission No.46)
2)
New residential and commercial development to only be permitted in locations within immediate walkable
distance to public transport. (Submission No.27)
Social and Affordable Housing
1)
Share of local authority housing has declined from 27% in 1985 to 6%. (Submission No.46)
2)
It is indicated that affordability has improved by 40% and as such the need for affordable units is much less
than in 2003. Specific reference is made to the housing strategy and the need to reflect the current economic
and housing situation market, it is felt that the level of part V requirement should be greatly reduced and
reflected in the housing strategy and must provide for flexibility in determining the percentage of lands to be
reserved for this purpose.
It is also indicated that the Council should commit to its funding of all requirements
sought under Part V as part of pre-planning discussions. (Submission No.63)
Design
1)
A number of recommendations are made regarding development control policy. In particular it is recommended
that a robust approach to rural design is required, reference in this regard is made to Cork Rural Design Guide.
It is also indicated that the assessment of building height in rural areas is problematic and needs to be
considered and written into the development control policy to allow designers flexibility. Regarding the RHP a
particular issue is highlighted regarding persons who reside in a settlement seeking to build on land outside the
settlement not being facilitated. It also recommends that acceptable criteria for backland development in rural
areas needs specific statement in the development control standards of the new plan. (Submission No. 116)
2)
Requests that Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas be integrated into the new plan. (Submission
No.129)
3)
Objective that the design and density is in accordance with the Sustainable Residential Developments in Urban
Areas. (Submission No. 170)
4)
Seeks preparation of more prescriptive design manual and generic award wining designs with the introduction
of a county design award competition. It also recommends a review of densities and the construction of
schemes conducive to life long living. The needs of the elderly are also highlighted together with the
requirement for serviced sites with specific design guidelines. (Submission No. 181)
5)
Design statements are also recommended for LAP settlements to ensure the cohesive development of the
settlement giving residents a sense of place and continuity. (Submission No. 181)
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Housing Size / Mix
1)
It is requested that the policy regarding a mix of housing and apartments cease, having regard to
problems such as speeding, location of unsightly bins associated with apartment units and conflicts
between management companies and residents association. (Submission No. 70)
2)
Restriction on size of housing estates <75 units and comprise of a mix of house types. Anything greater
than 75 should require completion of action plan with public involvement. (Submission No. 128)
3)
Regarding the scale of developments restrictions are proposed to schemes less than 100 units.
(Submission No. 181).
Rural Housing Policy
1)
It is indicated that the restrictions on non-locals building in rural areas is unconstitutional and a different
policy approach is required. (Submission No. 70)
2)
The submission states that permission for a dwelling should be available to farm family members on their
holding and where farm viability is at risk that under special conditions that a site be allowed to be sold to
satisfy local need. (Submission No. 89)
3)
Rural housing development was not managed, gives rise to ribbon development and threatens water
resources, increased vehicle dependency and has not been limited to local need. (submission No. 117)
4)
The need to relax restrictions on one-off rural housing. (Submission No. 119)
5)
Identifies the need to re-assess our rural settlement policies and be less restrictive on who is permitted to
live in these areas, (suggests 5 years living / working in the county as an appropriate requirement).
Control of rural planning is also requested through the introduction of a quota system per annum, - to
provide for orderly growth and also help to maintain a rural urban population ratio for the County which
would also seek to protect our rural heritage. (Submission No. 181)
1.8
RETAIL
Retail Strategy
1)
Need to restrict further out of town retail developments. (Submission No.27)
2)
The county does not need further shopping centres with certain centres suffering from displacement.
(Submission No. 47)
3)
The submission relates to lands known as “The Showgrounds” zoned existing residential and infill within
the Athy Development Plan 2006 and the identification of the site for district scale retail development. It is
submitted that this site was identified in the Retail Report for Athy as the preferred site for a suburban
district facility. This is not a request for a change in zoning. (Submission No. 57)
4)
The importance of existing town centres should also be supported by retail planning policies. A strong
emphasis should be placed on the accommodation of further retail growth within existing town centres at
all levels in the retail hierarchy. (Submission No. 69)
5)
It is submitted that it is essential to the effective and efficient planning and sustainable development of
Kildare that Collinstown is acknowledged within the forthcoming Development Plan as the designated
location for Major Town Centre uses as per the Kildare County Development Plan 2011-2017. The
submission reviews the designation in light of the RPG’s, the Retails Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area
2008-2016 and the Leixlip and Collinstown LAP’s currently under review. It is submitted that the subject
lands be included within the Leixlip development boundary and form part of the Collinstown LAP study
area. In support of the foregoing it is stated that the draft LAP provides for insufficient major town centre
lands coupled with the disproportionate amount of industry and warehousing zoned land. It will further
support the critical mass sufficient to enable the future delivery of the proposed Collinstown train station.
It is requested that the Retail Strategy acknowledge and provide for the development of the Major Town
Centre use at Collinstown identifying sufficient land including the subject lands. Finally it is submitted that
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the importance of competitiveness and economic development is fundamental to the future growth of
Kildare and should be intrinsically considered within the future physical land use planning for the county. In
this regard it is stated that the designation at Collinstown requires an adequate land area to facilitate
viable development that can be competitive. (Submission No. 102)
6)
Adequacy of existing retail space and need to priorities regeneration policy in Edward Street, Main St,
Charlotte St and Eyre Street. (Submission No. 128)
7)
It recommends that it should be the policy of the county plan to recognise and acknowledge the elements
that make towns special places and to ensure that planning objectives are consistent with overall policies
to ensure their conservation. This it is suggested will mean policies of containment within resource capacity
in the case of future expansion of population and containment and rejuvenation where possible of existing
high street functions instead of unsustainable expansion of retail areas. (submission No.99)
8)
This submission relates primarily to retailing and the development of a Major Town Centre at Collinstown.
Reference is made to current planning policy, the level of comparison spend leakage from north east
Kildare It is requested that the following policy objectives be included in the CDP in order to ensure the
orderly and timely provision of the Collinstown, Leixlip MTC in accordance with the proper planning and
sustainable development of the area:
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That the CDP acknowledge the significant amount of retail leakage for NE Kildare and make it an
objective to reduce this.
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Objective to provide a retail core of minimum 65,000 net comparison within Collinstown
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Objective to facilitate the development of a large scale retail core with Collinstown Town Centre
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Objective that the design and density is in accordance with the Sustainable Residential
Developments in Urban Areas
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The plan should seek to facilitate the new train station to serve Collinstown and West Leixlip
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The plan should require a review of the master plan in conjunction with any new review of the
LAP and allow it be amended in accordance with prevailing planning policy while having regard
to the economic climate.
It is submitted that the CDP support the development of a scheme at Collinstown for mixed use
development which responds to the needs for an enhanced retail offer for NE Kildare, wider choice in
residential and public amenity development and increased employment opportunities. (Submission No.
170)
9)
Seeks policies that will mitigate against the current trend of polo minting towns and consolidate retail
development in town centres with only necessary large goods stores located on the periphery. (Submission
No. 181)
10) Identify quantums of retail for each town and outline space requirements to provide an economically
sustainable unit. (Submission No. 181)
11) Regarding tourism it identifies the need
to protect from proliferation franchise and generic shopping
outlets, promote and support the development of arts/ crafts/ antique retail centre to a critical mass that
will create a destination shopping town for the region. (Submission No. 181)
12) Recommends that a specific zoning for retail multiples be identified as the location of this facility largely
dictates the focus of the retail centre within any town. (Submission No. 181)
Discount Foodstores
1)
A number of amendments are proposed to the plan regarding retail policy for discount foodstores:
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reduce parking requirements to one space per 20sqm of floor space of units over 1,000sqm
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Submits that the role of the sequential test is no longer significant or necessary. Further outlines,
that with expanding populations edge of centre or out of centre locations should be provided in
suitable locations.
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Requests the key local towns of Celbridge and Kilcock be promoted as attractive locations for
retail shopping with the zoning of lands for retail amenity being provided.
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Request consideration for zoning of additional neighbourhood centres in areas where there is no
room for expansion. Identification of further District Centres and Neighbourhood centres well
located.
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Kilcullen and Monasterevin should have additional neighbourhood centre zoning.
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Retail Impact Assessment (RIA) should focus on qualitative issues and discount stores facilitated
in neighbourhood centres. (Submission No. 131)
2)
Reference is made to the existing Aldi store and submits that the level of demand in the town warrants an
additional discount foodstore in the town. The change in zoning is sought to facilitate the development of a
new discount foodstore adjoining the Newhall Interchange adjoining its flagship distribution centre and in a
location where discount retailing has already been permitted. Reference is made to relevant planning
policies to support the proposal. (Submission No. 156)
Retail Warehousing
1)
The following specific objective is requested “to promote retail warehousing in proximity of the Newhall
Interchange to complement the existing retail warehouse park in this location and in order to meet, more
sustainably the needs in this sector of the market for the county.” Furthermore, it requests that the draft
plan acknowledge in certain circumstances retail warehouses should be grouped on planned retail parks in
out of centre locations so that the number of trips by car are minimised. (Submission No. 152)
1.9
MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORT
Public Transport
1)
Concern expressed regarding the public transport system in Kildare, especially the train line in north
Kildare where a better service could be provided at Leixlip (Sligo bound trains infrequently stopping at
Leixlip) and Kilcock. Regarding the proposed electrification of the Maynooth rail line – the use of overhead
cables may require the raising of the canal bridges to the bridges’ detriment. (Submission No. 11)
2)
Recommends specific policy objective to achieve the mobility targets in ‘Smarter Travel – A Sustainable
Transport Future, A New Transport Policy for Ireland 2009-2020’. New residential and commercial
development to only be permitted in locations within immediate walkable distance to public transport.
Reversion to agriculture of residential and commercial zoned lands not served by existing public transport
corridors or routes. Need to restrict further out of town retail developments. (Submission No. 27)
3)
It is submitted that the use of rail networks between major towns in Kildare should be considered.
Sustainability indicators should also be used to determine journey times and mobility across the county.
(Submission No. 63)
4)
Recommends that the new dev plan take account of the impact of Transport 21 rail projects in terms of
their timeframes for completion, station locations and the opportunities for development at various stages
of their development. (Submission No. 69)
5)
Promote use of third rail electrification system of the Maynooth and Kildare lines in place of overhead lines
(Submission No. 178).
6)
Seeks improvement of rural transport links (Submission No. 181)
Roads Objectives
1)
Recommends that the draft reflect and safeguard the strategic role of the national network in catering for
the safe and efficient movement of major inter-urban and inter-regional traffic to allow effective delivery
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and service of the investment made. Provision of the LOOR should be provided for in the draft plan.
(Submission No. 8)
2)
Heavy vehicle parks these should be provided along with parking and service areas. (Submission No. 11)
3)
Any new footbridges would require extensive consultation with Waterways Ireland to ensure sufficient air
draft is maintained for canal users. Any widening of Canal Bridges would require extensive consultation
with Waterways Ireland to ensure sufficient air draft is maintained for canal users. Any changes in
boundaries that are shared with the canal and the canal corridor would require extensive consultation with
Waterways Ireland. Further extensive consultation would be required should there be any changes to the
canal or its Environment. (Submission No. 34)
4)
It is recommended that the plan take account of the path of the outer orbital route. (Submission No. 63)
5)
Any roads objectives proposed should also be evaluated to ensure that they are compatible with the
criteria set out in A Platform for Change. (Submission No. 69)
6)
The submission relates to the provision of the section of the Maynooth Outer Orbital Relief Road in Co.
Meath. It is stated that the provision of the Maynooth outer Orbital Relief Road is enshrined as an objective
of the current Meath and Kildare County Development Plans and the Maynooth Environs LAP 2009-2015.
Moygaddy Park Developments is willing to cooperate with KCC and MCC in order to expedite the early
construction of the Maynooth ORR and fully support its retention as an objective of the County
Development Plan. (Submission No. 90)
7)
The submission related to the zoned lands within the Donaghcumper Demense and states that the
proposal for a bridge over the Liffey as part of the overall development proposal would create a disastrous
intrusion into the landscape with adverse effects on wildlife habitats of the river. (Submission No. 95)
8)
Proposals for road infrastructure at the sub regional level would require cooperation and a joint approach
between the two counties of Kildare and Meath, and that recognition of same may be appropriate in the
written text and policies of the development plan. (Submission No. 121)
9)
Completion of the outer orbital roads which are critical for Newbridge's growth and stability (Submission
No. 127).
10) Requests the following to be inserted for RP4 in the new plan “That Kildare County complete the Athy
Southern Distributor route as a priority of any new plan for the county considering the affect that the lack
of adequate road infrastructure is having on economic, social, education and recreational development of
the town”. (Submission No. 172)
11) Devise a plan for the orderly development of lane and streets surrounding Main Street in Leixlip.
(Submission No. 178)
12) Where practicable preclude HGV’s from old town or village centres (Submission No. 178).
Land Use and Transportation
1)
It is recommended that all transport infrastructure should be planned for on the basis of integration
between modes, the integration of land use and transportation planning the optimization of public
transport, walking and cycling mode share and the consolidation of development. It is recommended that
specific policies should be included in the development plan that promote walking, reduce or remove
constraints to walking, provide appropriately designed safe, legible, continuous and comfortable routes,
ensure the permeability of new development areas and identify and implement or maintain key walking
networks on the basis of local trip attractors and public transport services. (Submission No. 69)
2)
It is recommended that more interconnectivity be provided between the geographically and historically
linked towns of Maynooth, Leixlip, Celbridge and Kilcock by public transport and pedestrian / cycle lanes
and connections with other nearby areas in the Dublin Metropolitan Area. (Submission No. 114)
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Car Parking
1)
It is also submitted that the policy of paid patrolled parking within towns discriminates against commercial
property owners in village and town centre and creates new wealth for landowners in outer areas. Opposes
these short-sighted zoning and planning decisions. (Submission No.26)
2)
A review of density and car parking is also required. (Submission No.27)
3)
Introduction of uniform parking charges throughout Kildare County Council. Abolition of existing parking
standards for residential and commercial development. (Submission No. 27)
4)
It is recommended that the determination of car parking standards on an area rather than site specific
basis should be considered. (Submission No. 69)
5)
It is recognised that a mix of commercial and residential activity in town centres is desirable however
residential development should be provided with proper parking facilities.(Submission No. 114)
6)
All new commercial and institutional development to provide adequate off street car parking (Submission
No. 178).
Pedestrians & Cyclists
1)
The establishing of a bicycle lane should be explored along the banks of the Liffey Valley Parkland from
Kildare to Dublin. (Submission No. 11)
2)
Natural routes and linkages for cycling should also be investigated. (Submission No. 27)
3)
Any proposed cycle routes would require consultation with Waterways as sufficient width is required and
that is need to be in keeping with the character of the canal in the area. Further extensive consultation
would be required should there be any changes to the canal or its Environment. (Submission No. 34)
4)
It is recommended that the plan reflect the National Cycle Policy Framework. Cycle parking specification
should also be included in the development plan. (Submission No. 69)
5)
Provision of a bicycle land along Liffey Linear Park with bicycle parking in accordance with plan standards,
plan and lobby for secure bicycle parking spaces in town centre, shopping centres and railway stations
(Submission No. 178).
Maintenance and Management
1)
Need to improve road signage and layout of street names and house numbers. (Submission No. 11)
Aerodromes / Airports
1)
Reference is made to the current provisions in the county Development Plan regarding Kilrush Aerodrome
and its importance as a transport node in central Kildare in particular, for the higher revenue generating
end of the tourism market. It is submitted that given its pre-dominantly rural location there is significant
scope for expansion of activities. It is submitted that with appropriate land use policies the facility could
provide additional employment. Having regard to the long established aerodrome and the absence of any
significant impacts on the environment it is requested that the forthcoming CDP should plan for
development of the aerodrome itself which will assist in delivering other policies and strategies in the plan.
It is requested that the following policy be inserted in relation to Kilrush Aerodrome: “To support the
development of Kilrush Aerodrome for the future development of the facilities, having due regard for the
site in the wider context of the surrounding land and in accordance with proper planning for the area”.
(Submission No. 100)
2)
This submission relates to a proposed international airport north of Portarlington, County Offaly which is
currently at pre application consultation stage with An Bord Pleanala. The planning context of the proposal
is set out together with details specifics of the proposed international airport, together with the anticipated
benefits and impacts of the proposed development. It is submitted that:
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The development of the proposed airport will be of significant strategic planning importance to
Kildare particularly regarding the future development potential
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The proposed airport is in close proximity of Kildare’s Key settlement centres and within an hours
drive time of all locations within the county and therefore can provide air service to the entire
population of Kildare
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Significant level of economic development and employment opportunities will arise for Kildare
arising from the development of the airport
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With the provision of new passenger air services in immediate adjacency the European and
global transportation linkages for Kildare will be created thus providing associated beneficial
impacts.
It is requested that the Council has due regard to this proposal in the preparation of the development
plan. (Submission No. 105)
3)
It is submitted that there is an inaccurate description in the current development plan regarding Weston. It
is stated that the airport holds a Code 2 B Licence (no.509) from the IAA which is in compliance with
Aerodromes and Visual Ground Aids Order 2000 (SI NO. 334 of 2000). This refers to a runway length of
800 to 1199m inclusive. Designer B refers to the width of the runway. It is indicated that the following are
the runway dimensions:
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Length
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Distance between thresholds 924m
1066m
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Runway Strip
60m
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Displaced runway strip
22m
The runway strip of 60m in length and 80m in width is as directed by the IAA and it is appropriate to a Code 2B
runway. It is submitted that the reference in the current plan to Code 1 licensed length 799m is not in accordance
with the planning decisions or the IAA Licence. It is requested that the new plan incorporate the appropriate
amendments. In particular reference is requested to a Code B licensed airport for a runway length between 800 and
1199m inclusive. (Submission No. 174)
1.10
INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENVIRONMENT
Water Supply
1)
Arising from limitations on supply Carlow County Council have indicated that there will be limited ability to
supply Castledermot. (Submission No. 4)
2)
Continue policy of minimising water leakage from public water mains and should promote use of potable
water by consumers with the introduction of water charging. New developments should be encouraged to
capture and re-use rain-water. (Submission No. 11)
3)
Proposed infrastructural projects should be dependent upon an up to date cost-benefit analysis and also an
‘oil vulnerability’ analysis. It identifies a need to reduce demand for potable water. Policies need to be
included to ensure proper assessment of all water abstractions. (Submission No. 27)
4)
Reference is made to the infrastructural services provided by Kildare County Council to part of Meath and
the agreements in place relating to the sharing of water treatment infrastructure and the due cosignance is
taken of these in the finalizing of the development plan. (Submission No. 121)
5)
Infrastructural deficit’s in Newbridge (transport, footpaths, cycle lanes, replacement of narrow and unsafe
railway bridges, water, sewage and associated community services) (Submission No. 128).
6)
Provide for metering and charging of all potable water supplied via public water mains (Submission No.
178)
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Waste Water
1)
Regarding the Osberstown WWTP, it is submitted that additional wastewater loading is premature pending
the upgrading of the plant. (Submission No. 24)
2)
Innovative technologies should be developed which are capable of dramatically reducing the outflows of
waste water that has to be treated in the local WWTP. (Submission No. 27)
3)
It is submitted that the P/A will have to be more active in providing infrastructure to rural settlements from
central government funding. It is also suggested that having regard to capacity constraints in Osberstown
that compliance with local need / local growth for rural settlements requirements should be relaxed until
the Osberstown WWTP is upgraded. (Submission No.61)
4)
It is indicated that there is still a severe lack of services for zoned land across the county and particular
reference is made to Osberstown. Given the infrastructural constraints it is submitted that most of the
zoned land in north Kildare cannot be developed as per the development plan. Given the constraints on
the capacity of the River Liffey following the upgrading of Osberstown the next option it is submitted is the
pumping of wastewater to north Dublin for treatment. A number of points are outlined to improve the
current situation including, promotion of PPP’s. efficient and streamlined off setting approach, developers
grouping together to facilitate infrastructure should be facilitated, the preparation by the Council of an
Indicative Infrastructure Project Management Plan identifying those parcels of land where there are
infrastructure deficiencies and the timescale to be addressed. (Submission No. 63)
5)
Refers to a landholding in the Kildare Town Region. Some of which have been subject of a LAP, an Action
Plan etc. However, it is submitted that the development of the lands is being held up due to infrastructural
constraints in respect of waste water treatment services.
Reference is made to the South East River
Basin District plan and in particular the poor quality of both surface and ground water which needs to be
rectified. The submission also outlines the planning context with reference to the Mr. Conlan’s
landholdings, and the failure to meet the scheduled timeframe/ progress regarding the infrastructural
deficiencies. In particular reference is made to the Water Services Investment Programmme Assessment of
Needs 2007-2014, RPG Joint Regional Authority Meeting and DoEHLG scheme approval and penalties
which may arise from failure to comply with conditions of EPA licences. It is requested that the planning
authority deliver key infrastructural projects without delay. It is recommended that the following
development policy objectives be contained in the new plan: “It is Council policy to commence and
complete the Kildare Town Sewerage Treatment Plant as a matter of priority” and “it is Council policy to
direct funding and resources to key infrastructural projects benefiting the South of the county in order to
directly address the north/south imbalance which currently exists.” (Submission No. 107)
6)
Reference is made to the infrastructural services provided by Kildare County Council to part of Meath and
the agreements in place relating to the sharing of wastewater treatment infrastructure and the due
cosignance is taken of these in the finalizing of the development plan. (Submission No. 121)
7)
Upgrading of Osberstown treatment plant. (Submission No. 127)
Surface Water / Drainage / Flooding
1)
Request a bye-law requiring all hard-standing drives to houses, car parks etc to install drains and soakpits.
(Submission No. 11)
2)
Maps showing acquifers and areas subject to flooding should be included in the Plan. (Submission No. 27)
3)
Implications of development and potential flooding impacts also needs to be considered. (Submission No.
31)
4)
Waterways Ireland wishes to add that “no surface water either temporary or permanently will be permitted
to discharge to the canal or its feeders”. Any changes in boundaries that are shared with the canal and the
canal corridor would require extensive consultation with Waterways Ireland.
Further extensive
consultation would be required should there be any changes to the canal or its environment.
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5)
(Submission No. 34)
6)
The submission requests a flood risk analysis be carried out for the Kilcock area (the River Rye Water)
(Submission No. 79)
7)
The new CDP must not facilitate breaches of the Water Framework Directive. The submission concludes
that new CDP should be a plan for the people of Kildare and the maintenance of quality of life and the
environment. (Submission No. 99)
8)
It is recommended that rain water harvesting be included as an objective in the CDP to help address
flooding problems and matters associated with hard water and water supplies. (Submission No. 122)
Waste Management
1)
Provision of more recycling deposits to include plastics and other wastes, more farmers markets.
(Submission No. 25)
2)
It recommends that developers could be asked to provide a materials and energy consumption estimate as
well as providing an estimate of waste production and disposal methods. Recycling to be addressed, with
planned drop-off points with communal composting facilities. There will be a need to quantify and identify
additional recycling facilities including construction and demolition recycling. (Submission No. 27)
3)
The submission requests that a regional task force (to include KCC, Garda, Community and Business
groups, etc.) be set up to monitor and report dumping black spots in the county. (Submission No. 79)
4)
It is indicated that there have been a number of notable developments since the adoption of the last plan
including, the adoption of the Kildare Waste Management Plan 2005-2010, the publication of a National
Strategy on Biodegradable Waste in 2006 and the programme for Government 2007-2012. These should
be taken into account in the formulation of the next plan. The outcome of the international waste review
and the preparation of the new Kildare Waste Management Plan should also be considered. In accordance
with the National Biodegradable Waste Strategy the next development plan should acknowledge the
potential of Mechanical and Biological treatment of waste as a treatment process that will help achieve the
Landfill Directive targets. Reference is made to the difference in the policy statement of the existing
development plan (WM7) and the Waste Plan which proposes residual landfill in the county as opposed to
“a residual landfill”. It is recommended that if policy WM7 is continued in the next development plan it be
amended so that it is consistent wording of the current waste plan and so that it reflects the number of
currently operating and proposed landfills in the county (BnM (Drehid), SDCC(Arthurstown), A1
(Kerdifstown) and Greenstar proposed facility at Usk) (Submission No. 84)
5)
Requests a statement that the new development plan indicate that there is need for one only landfill
operation to cater for the needs of the county. It is stated that the current development plan proved
ambiguous on this point at an oral hearing in October 2007 for the proposed landfill at Usk and where
planning officials could not confirm to the inspector whether this was a limit of one or a target of one.
6)
(Submission No. 87)
7)
Outlines a concept for consideration whereby the street side bin point use collection for the whole of the
county is networked, monitored and accountable. It comprises a remotely monitored system which is solar
powered and includes a recycling module. It proposes the use of the BigBelly monitored system which will
arise in cost savings, be economically efficient and cost effective. It requests the consideration of the
system for the County Waste Management Plan. (Submission No. 104)
8)
This submission addresses issues in relation to the delivery of appropriate waste facilities and the
identification and allocation of suitable sites for waste industry. While the submission addresses the broad
issues including current development plan policy and the Kildare Waste Management Plan 2005-2011 it
refers in particular to a 28acre landholding at Castlewarden Interchange and examines the practical
implications of providing a materials recovery facility on these lands at a level consistent with the needs of
the County. It is submitted that the overall assessment of where new waste facilities should go needs to be
expanded to examine the most suitable locations for all types and scales of waste facility not just
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recycling/collection facilities. Where substantial scaled waste industry facilities are merited these should be
based on the following planning criteria:
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Ready access to the regional / national road network
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Sufficiently sized landbank
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Location away from high population or working centres
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Absence of specific environmental designations.
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The lands at Castlewarden it is submitted meet the above criteria and it is therefore requested
that a clear statement that waste type facilities would be open for consideration in agricultural
zoned lands where the above criteria are met. (Submission No. 142)
9)
Include policy to install litter and cigarette bins at bus stops, commercial premises etc (Submission No.
178)
10) Establish a litter control team in the Maynooth Depot. (Submission No. 178)
11) Provide recycling centre for NE towns, consider collection of brown waste, more comprehensively operate
the litter act, provide more user friendly litter warden services. (Submission No. 178)
Noise and Air Pollution
1)
Include mitigation measures where developments result in a breach of the noise design goals on national
roads. (Submission No. 8)
2)
Recommends new policies for design, integration urban expansion into existing core areas, policies with
respect to lighting and noise pollution should be included. (Submission No. 27)
3)
Impacts of extraction / air-condition units associated with food outlets is indicated as having an impact on
maintaining residential activity in town centres. These issues need to be addressed. (Submission No. 114)
Energy and Telecommunications
1)
Acknowledges the need to support the extension and reinforcement of the electricity network, including
overhead lines, which are the preferred means of distributing electricity. Details projects completed or near
completion and likely proposed projects during the plan period, including a new 110kv/mv station at Great
Connell in Newbridge, a new 110 kv/mv station at Edenderry and a new 110kv/mv station in the LeixlipMaynooth area. (Submission No. 9)
2)
Policies should be devised to utilise the waste gases from waste-water plants as a fuel for generating
power. Steam generators, involving the incineration of wet turf, in Allenwood with modifications to the
railway infrastructure, should be utilised to incinerate waste litter along with biomass etc to generate
electricity close by an established electricity grid infrastructure. Combined heat and power schemes with
heat pump technology should be encouraged. (Submission No. 11)
3)
Control siting of telephone transmitters and restrict their siting at schools and hospitals. (Submission No.
25)
4)
Alternative energy supplies should be explored and a Peak Oil task Force established. (Submission No. 27)
5)
The submission outlines the business of Bord Na Mona (BnM) within the county and potential future
development as follows:
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Development of a landmark headquarters building built to the latest Environmental
standards and incorporating optimum use of sustainable technologies at Newbridge.
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Increase in the quantity and range of materials composted at Kilberry.
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Opening of the Drehid composting facility in 2010.
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Increase in capacity of waste accepted at Drehid to 250,000t/yr. Investigating use of
mechanical biological treatment at Drehid together with waste to energy technologies.
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Use of CHP plants and preparation of feasibility study of installation of CHP plant at
Newbridge site.
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(Submission No. 35)
Submissions seeks to have a 25 acre former quarry site at Kerdifstown turned into a model facility to
produce green energy and the site designated as suitable for industrial activities. A number of green
projects are suggested as follows: use of local waste e.g. local food factories to generate green electricity
from renewables, clean water and odour free fertilizer for organic farming, a district heating scheme to
supply 300 homes with access to long-term inexpensive heating, a source of heat for local industry.
(Submission No. 65)
7)
Reference is made to the amount of CO2 released during construction and despite the recent downturn will
amount to 5m tonnes par annum. It recommends that a section be included in the plan directing those
involved in construction to reduce the embodied CO2 in the buildings and structures erected. In particular
reference is made to cement made from recycled industrial by-product. A number of key issues addressed
in the submission:
Vision: it is recommended that the vision include a statement “reducing our impact on global warming
by cutting our CO2 emissions”.
Sustainable development: As embodied CO2 is a large contributor to global warming failure to
address it will affect the sustainability of future generations.
Maximising renewable energy provision: It is recommended that KCC look at the entire lifecycle
energy demands and consider embodied energy from the construction industry under this section
as well as operational energy
Environment: recommends the insertion in the plan a section to reduce the embodied CO2 released
and embodied energy consumed in the built environment and the issue of climate change. The plan
needs to direct future development to reduce emissions and energy use. (Submission No. 72)
8)
Submission made in the context of EirGrids role as the Transmission System Operator who oversees and
plans for the future development the national electricity transmission network(grid) and the implications for
local planning and development policy. Reference is made in the document on the White Paper ‘Towards a
Sustainable Energy Future’ together with EirGrid’s role and renewable energies. EirGrid’s interests in the
county relate to the existing and planned Grid in the county as well as planned transmission projects. The
two largest transmission lines, the two 400kv lines between Dublin and Galway run parallel through the
county while a concentration of 220kV lines are located in the eastern area of the county. Specific
transmission projects relevant to the county are:
a.
Newbridge loop-in 110kV line providing two more circuits to Newbridge will provide essential
infrastructure support to this fast growing region.
b.
Southgreen 110kV station
c.
Newbridge-Portlaoise 110kV circuit
d.
Planned IPP142 Edenderry peaker connection.
Reference is made in the document to National and Regional Planning Policy, the recent Planning Bill the White
Paper ‘Towards a Sustainable Energy Future’ and Grid 25 ‘Development Strategy for Irelands Electrical Grid’. At
a local level the paper reviews the existing plan with reference to the implication for energy and bulk electricity
and this review is detailed in the submission. (Submission No. 73).
9)
The need to extend broadband infrastructure and reach rural communities. (Submission No. 118)
10) Seeks the development of a lighting strategy for every town and village in the county with the use of
renewable energy supplies. (Submission No. 154)
11) The need for a sustainable and comprehensive public lighting strategy for the county to include the
development of appropriate policy and objectives in this regard. (Submission No. 172)
12) Seeks prioritisation of provision of most up to-date broad band facilities throughout the County.
(Submission No. 181)
13) Include objective to support district heating and combined heat and power schemes. (Submission No. 178)
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SOCIAL INCLUSION, COMMUNITY AND RECREATION
Education
1)
Outlines information necessary to calculate education infrastructural requirements and general
requirements regarding the need to identify sites close to community facilities to facilitate shared use and
also the concept of multi-campus school arrangements. (Submission No. 16)
2)
Identifies the need for KCC to carry out an investigation in relation to the location of our educational
facilities particularly concentrating on school safety with a plan to introduce appropriate traffic calming
measures. (Submission No. 172)
Care for the Elderly
1)
Submission relates to lands located at Ballygoran between the towns of Celbridge and Maynooth and in
close proximity to Leixlip, Kilcock and Straffan, the main towns comprise the Primary Dynamic Cluster. It is
submitted that the site is suitable for a nursing home development based on topography and road
frontage, accessibility, bus service, orientation and services. It is submitted that in order to meet the
identified shortfall for Nursing Homes in the north-east of the County it would be appropriate to include a
policy to provide for the development of high care nursing homes within the Dublin Metropolitan Area
outside of defined town boundaries on site with good access to adjoining towns as well as the local and
national road network and piped services. (Submission No. 55)
2)
Include a policy to seek “Age Friendly Status” for County Kildare. It is suggested that the consultative
process used by County Louth could be used in Naas and County Kildare which would enable older persons
with reduced mobility to be socially included. Raised seating should be available in Post Offices, banks, at
bus stops etc to aid the elderly. (Submission No. 180)
3)
Make provision in the plan for the provision by the Council of leisure time amenities for the elderly.
(Submission No. 178).
Community Facilities
1)
Garda stations should be centrally located in towns as opposed to at the periphery. (Submission No. 11)
2)
Provision of urban allotments (Submission No. 25)
3)
It identifies a need to improve social infrastructural facilities and provide energy efficient developments and
adequate storage facilities in dwellings. (Submission No. 27)
4)
Makes reference to the draft Leixlip LAP and in particular the provision of community, amenity and sport
facilities for the North Kildare Region. Specific reference is made to the development of the North Kildare
Swimming Pool and lack of reference to same in the draft LAP which has been agreed and formally ratified
by Council. It is submitted that the NKSP should be referenced in the LAP’s for Leixlip, Celbridge, Maynooth
and Kilcock. (Submission No. 28)
5)
Inclusion of land for Garden allotments within or next to urban centres: requests consideration of the
following statement in the plan “Public allotments and community gardens can have a number of benefits
including promoting healthy lifestyles, providing an inexpensive and local source of food and promoting
diversity. It is an objective of the council to facilitate community managed gardens/allotments.
(Submission No. 117)
6)
The submission refers to the sale of the Library site in Kilcock and the need for the proposed new library to
be of well serviced, located close to schools and in a safe pedestrian environment with excellent parking
availability. (Submission No. 79)
7)
Regarding social infrastructure seeks introduction of matrix of necessary supports for each level of
population growth and growth conditioned on same. (Submission No. 181)
8)
Analyse community needs in area of recreation, particularly to identify the needs of different age
demographics and deliver equally to each. (Submission No. 181)
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Cultural Development and Facilities
1)
Reference is made to a request from a religious order in acquiring a suitable place of worship. In view of
the increasing diversity of our population, it recommends that the council consider adopting a policy that
clearly outlines the fact that the council does not become involved in any way in any religious
grouping.(Submission No. 71)
2)
The submission highlights that the provision of physical infrastructure in Kilcock has not been matched by
an investment in sporting, recreational and amenity facilities, and that a multi-purpose community campus
in the Bawnogues has not been developed. The submission requests that the Council make provisions for
the setting up of a FAS scheme to assist with the maintenance and upkeep of the town. (Submission No.
79)
3)
Includes a feasibility study regarding redevelopment of the old Naas Swimming pool site in Naas and
surrounding grounds adjoining both St. Corbans Primary School and Naas CBS. In recent years the schools
have come under increased pressure and with traffic problems in the town and a change in surrounding
land-uses, there are currently opportunities and threats posed. It is suggested that the creation of a Naas
Integrated Community and Educational Campus which would utilise the school sites and the swimming
pool site (currently owned by KCC) would enhance facilities and contribute to recreational needs of young
people in Naas. It is suggested that more efficient traffic management within the town and safer
alternative access to the schools will enable a safe set down area and alleviate traffic congestion. A
proposed layout/access plan is included in the submission which includes new school extensions, new
playing pitches, new sports hall and alternative vehicular access from Craddockstown road. (Submission
No. 125)
4)
It is submitted that the plan should focus on supporting the whole host of volunteer activities that take
place throughout the county. Particular reference is made to a space in the waterways development in
Sallins for community use which has yet to be delivered it requests KCC ensure it is obtained for
community use. (Submission No. 146)
Disabled Access and Facilities
1)
This submission outlines the role of the organization, the demographic situation of disabled people in
Ireland, and the need to plan for disabled people. In particular the submission indicates that the plan must
consider disability at every stage of the planning process and that disability must remain a target group
when developing the plan. It acknowledges the need for some disability specific services to place disabled
people on an equal playing field, while also demanding the need for all services developed by the Council
over the next 10 years to be accessible to disabled people. In particular reference is made to the services
provided by the council including housing, planning, roads, pedestrian crossings, footpaths and public
facilities such as libraries, parks and other amenities. It recommends that a seamless set of services can be
provided if the CDP embraces an “Infrastructure of Care” model across the lifecycle. (Submission No. 68)
Recreational Facilities, Open Space & Amenity Areas
1)
Reference is also made to an overall reduction in open space in the new plan and zoning of land around
Leixlip amenity centre from general development to open space and amenity. (Submission No. 28)
2)
Outlines a number of specific suggestions for consideration within the context of the CDP and the
forthcoming sports and recreation strategy. (Submission No. 75)
3)
Encourage the continuation of mini-pitch/multi use games area installations at key locations. (Submission
No. 75)
4)
Investment in public parks with playing pitches should be prioritized to further, include artificial turf
developments. Further, if funding permits carry out a review of playing facilities in each park to ensure
they are fit for purpose. (Submission No. 75)
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The association is seeking to locate a Regional Football Centre in Kildare which will act as a hub for the
implementation of key FAI programmes and is in discussions with Naas FC/ Naas Sports Group and Kildare
and District Underage League. The association would welcome the support of Kildare County in the
facilitation of this aim. (Submission No. 75)
6)
Regarding major events it is indicated that it is important that the council develops a strategy that will
encourage and assist the organization and promotion of these events. It is also submitted that there are a
large number of other events that the Association believed could be hosted in Kildare and would justify the
development of the facilities in the County. It is submitted that programmes such as a Civic Award Scheme
that recognizes the efforts of volunteers or the provision of support for the upskilling of volunteers
delivered in partnership with the council would be beneficial. The FAI indicated its hope that the Council
will continue to invest in Community Development Officers as any reduction would have an impact on the
Associations ability to support communities, particularly at risk.(Submission No. 75)
7)
Specific policies regarding recreation including the restoration of disused canals, the development of a
network of rural footpaths, a network of rural greenways within the urban landscape, a well sign posted
network of safe cycle routes and footpaths with lower speed limits to give priority over motorised
transport.
Promote and develop a regional and local network of hiking routes, including the mapping and
registering of these routes. Specific polices promoting and developing the Grand Canal Way and policies to
promote and develop cycle routes at local regional and national level. Update policy to endorse the current
Heritage Plan and include polices to encourage and promote access to our National Heritage. (Submission
No. 94)
8)
The submission outlines the role of Kildare Sports partnership and specifically requests that in relation to
new development sufficient space be given to recreational and play areas appropriately lit and properly
surfaced within new housing development and that adjacent land be utilized for community sporting uses.
(Submission No. 103)
9)
Requests following policies to be include for Celbridge, Leixlip and Maynooth:
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requires the following policy provisions to be included in LAP “ create public access to river Liffey, provide a
Liffey-side boardwalk on the Ardclough road side”.
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provide information boards on wildlife at suitable locations.
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make the following objectives “paying the total cost of cutting grass in public areas which have been taken
in charge, construct a new bridge across the Liffey at Vanessa Weir, acquire the grounds of Celbridge
Abbey as a public amenity area, completion of the village renewal project during the plan and make the
provision in the plan for the location of four new sculptures in the town”.
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It is recommended that the county needs a parks dept and towns of north Kildare need attractive multi use
well maintained green spaces. The opportunity to create linear parks along riverbanks in towns such as
Maynooth and retain / create public access needs to be urgently taken up. (Submission No. 114)
10) Zone the Silleachán Valley from the south side of the canal to the confluence of the stream and the Liffey
as an area of special biodiversity and promote knowledge of same. Zone an area of land identified between
the Rye and where the river continues to the end of Shingled House as public amenity land. (Submission
No.11 & 178)
11) Secure the few remaining open spaces in Maynooth town centre and enhance them as amenity areas.
(Submission No. 178)
12) That the Council put in pace a litter and maintenance plan for Maynooth. (Submission No. 178)
13) That the Council establish a local parks team in the Maynooth Depot. (Submission No. 178).
Rights of Way
1)
Requests specific policies relating to the protection of walking routes within sites proposed for golf courses,
extractive industries, windfarms and hydro energy. To prohibit telecommunications development, which would
impinge on public rights of way. The provision of reasonable access to the countryside (Agricultural chapter). To
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preserve the open nature of commonage. The submission also requests that specific polices regarding mountain
areas, rural tourism and fencing that preserve the open character of the countryside are included. Polices for
access to forestry, woodlands and upland walks, including the identification of existing rights of way and
established walking routes, the protection of these routes. There should be subdivision in the tourism and
recreation chapter for ‘Country Recreation & Tourism’ and for ‘Other Tourism’. The canals and rivers in the
county should be specifically referenced. Policy for all watercourses should include tow-paths.
Include the
policies for reservation lands adjacent to river banks, for the creation of linear parks, riparian corridors,
increasing public access and pedestrian routes. The submission details the need for the new Kildare CDP to set
out specific polices for public rights of ways in the county. Reference is made to other Local Authority CDPs
which include polices & lists for public rights of way. (Submission No. 94)
2)
A list of existing rights of way should be provided including paths, access points to river and waterways etc.
Detailed maps should accompany any such list. (Submission No. 27).
3)
Existing rights of way should be protected and enhanced. (Submission No. 27).
4)
Existing rights of way should be kept free from development. (Submission No. 27).
5)
New rights of way should be created. (Submission No. 27).
6)
Planning applications that would include proposals to improve the condition and appearance of existing rights of
way should be looked favourably upon. (Submission No. 27).
Tourism Development
1) Tourism is identified as a key focus particularly associated with heritage, cultural and natural amenities and
sporting activities. Particular reference is made to the Carton-Castletown Link, County-wide nature trail,
development of the canals and walking along scenic roads. (Submission No. 114)
2)
Recommends that the plan retain the policy of establishing the County Museum in Kildare town. With
reference to tourism, develop and promote Kildare town as a major tourism centre within the county.
(Submission No. 70)
3)
4)
Submission by identifies the following for inclusion:
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Identification of the tourism functions of settlements
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Need for urban management strategies for larger towns and villages
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Provision of design-led advice to accommodate developments
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Enhancement of the public spaces and streets in Kildare’s towns and villages
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Need for tourist signage/maps/literature / trails to link heritage sites
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Enhancement of trails including toilet and picnic facilities
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Improved access to heritage and wildlife areas
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Need for development of management plans for sensitive areas
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Promotion of archaeological landscapes
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Need to consider eco-tourism
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Appropriate policies to manage museums and interpretative facilities
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Adequate zoning and provision of amenity facilities
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Encourage indigenous crafts and food businesses in Kildare County Council
Further specific recommendations to be included in the County Development Plan:
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In relation to site and area specific tourism statements, the inclusion of maps within the body of
the text is recommended. Such a map could identify the following; existing hubs of tourism
activity, links between activities, designate strategic tourism routes, `Identify areas of unrealised
tourism potential and sensitive environments.
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It also states that reference should be made to ‘The Strategic Tourism Plan, 2008-2010 for the
East and Midlands Region’ . An example of a framework for heritage/tourism assets is detailed in
submission together with 5 key principles for the introduction to the tourism policy statements of
the County Development Plan.
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20 no. specific tourism policies have also been drafted and listed in the submission received. It is
recommended that the inclusion of these policies into the County Development Plan should be
considered.
5)
A template should be included in the County Development Plan for developers, third parties and the
Planning Authority to consider and assess the impact of a tourism related development on its receiving
environment (Sample questions provided in submission received) (Submission No. 76)
6)
Request specific mention to south of County Kildare and in particular the Environs of Kildare town with a
view to encouraging and developing tourism. To this extent it is requested that provision be made for
further tourist accommodation in the region in order to maximize the economic benefits of the tourism
industry to the area. (Submission No. 88)
7)
To support the promotion of tourism in the south of the county and the provision of bed-spaces to cater
for a longer tourist stay. (Submission No. 97)
8)
State that there is the opportunity to market the region as a thoroughbred tourism destination.
(Submission No. 119)
9)
Recognise the further potential and development of angling tourism in South Kildare. (Submission No. 172)
10) Maintain the current County Museum objective, to be located in Kildare town together with the
consolidation of key tourist attractions in the Kildare area in an effort to maximise visitor numbers and
spend from this sector in the County. (Submission No. 181)
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ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
Density
1)
It is indicated that the current density parameters are too strict given the housing market and how it will
perform over the next few years. Further comment will be made on publication of the plan. (Submission No. 63)
Materials and Finishes
1)
It is indicated that there is inconsistency in the policy regarding boundary treatment to new dwellings between
the LA and ABP. It is recommended that the statement “timber fencing is not permitted” be deleted from the
plan as it is recognized by ABP as of suitable quality with concrete posts and bases. (Submission No. 132)
Town Centre Development & Derelict Sites
1) Request that derelict sites be surveyed. (Submission No. 11)
2) Objective to more comprehensively operate the Derelict Sites Act (Submission No. 178).
3) Make a policy objective to remove as much pole mounted signage in towns and villages with built fabric of historic
interest, or narrow footpaths and replace with signs of collective application on approach roads or where
insufficient painted on road surfaces. (Submission No. 178).
4) All future development in each town be architecturally harmonious with the predominant historic building design
theme. (Submission No. 178).
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Urban Design
1)The following principle should be applied in the plan “promoting the existing character in townscapes and
landscapes with designs that reinforce distinctive local patterns” and followed through with appropriate objectives.
Where appropriate contemporary architecture of a high design standard should be encouraged and promoted to
ensure a legacy of built form for the future. (Submission No. 177)
2) Design statements are recommended for LAP settlements to ensure the cohesive development of the settlement
giving residents a sense of place and continuity. (Submission No. 181)
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LANDSCAPE, NATURAL HERITAGE AND BIODIVERSITY
Landscape
1)
Re-insertion of the amenity area maps contained in the 1999 County Development Plan should now be
considered. (Submission No. 27).
2)
The SAAO for Liffey Valley
should extend into Kildare with undeveloped Castletown Demesne, the
Donaghcumper and St. Wolstan’s Demesnes included with the zoning of Donaghcumper removed. (Submission
No. 27)
3)
Outlines the need to unambiguously ensure the preservation of the landscape including views and prospects,
amenities of places and features of natural interest together with the preservation of protected structures and
public rights of way. (Submission No. 31)
4)
Submission relates to the lands at the Donaghcumper Demense. Reference is made to the Landscape and
Heritage section of the existing plan with particular reference to the River Liffey contributing to the county’s
high quality environment. In such circumstances, it questions why Donaghcumper Demense is at risk. Reference
is also made to the three demesnes of Castletown, Donaghcumper and St. Wolstans constituting a composite
landscape straddling the Liffey, any development of Donaghcumper would irretrievably affect this historically
important aspect of Celbridge. States that the proposal for a bridge over the Liffey as part of the overall
development proposal would create a disastrous intrusion into the landscape with adverse effects on wildlife
habitats of the river. (Submission No. 95)
5)
The submission focuses on the landscape and heritage aspect of the plan with particular reference to the River
Liffey. Reference is made to the existing plan and it is submitted that it is of vital importance that the Area of
Special Amenity in the Liffey Valley is created and that no zonings conflict with the establishment of a Liffey
Valley Park. It requests that KCC engage with adjoining authorities to make these aspirations a reality. The
conservation of the landscapes of other significant riverside estates such as Celbridge Abbey, Killadoon, Lodge
Park, Straffan House and Castlemartin, need to be given the highest degree of protection. TPO’s and promotion
of appropriate tree re-planting schemes are essential to preserve these landscapes. (Submission No. 155)
6)
The historic integrity of designed landscapes requires policies and objectives that recognise and acknowledge
not just individual structures. (submission No. 177)
7)
It is requested that the following policy be reiterated and strengthened further by the inclusion of specific
references to views from the Demesne at Castletown in addition to “views within Castletown-Donaghcumper
Rural Area: views to the south and north from Castletown House; views of the river Liffey from the main avenue
of Castletown House” “maintain the views of Castletown House to the River Liffey and to maintain views along
paths within the curtilage”. The new plan should also contain maps that show the axial views and other views
from within the demesnes of both Castletown and Donaghcumper. (Submission No. 177)
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Natural Heritage and Biodiversity
1)
With the pressures of recent years it is all the more important that the goals and objectives to conserve the
heritage of county Kildare remain and are strengthened to ensure that the environmental resources of the
county are sustained into the future. (Submission No. 177)
2)
Recommends the continuation of the following policies “to protect, conserve and enhance the built and natural
heritage of Kildare for future generations” protect the amenities of the county from insensitive or inappropriate
development, particularly any development that threatens the tourist resources of the county” “to protect views
available from designated scenic routes by avoiding any development that could disrupt the vistas or
disproportionately impact on the character of the area thereby affecting the scenic amenity value of the views
provided along the route. (Submission No. 177)
3)
Propose that the Sileachan Valley (Leixlip) be designated an area of special biodiversity. County Museum should
be located in or near the Wonderful Barn of on the Celbridge Interchange Lands. (Submission No. 11 & 178)
4)
Important wildlife habitats not afforded protected at national or EU level need to be designated for wildlife
conservation on a county level as local biodiversity areas thereby confirming its value to nature. IPCC have two
nature reserves Lullymore West Bog and Lodge Bog, which contain rare habitats and species which could be
designated as local biodiversity areas. A further 10 areas not in the ownership of the IPCC have also been
identified. (Submission No. 18)
5)
Identifies the importance of the Liffey, Rye, Kill River, Painstown River, Hartwell and Morell Rivers and Slane
River for fish species. It is indicated that it is vital to note that salmonid water constraints apply to any
development in these catchment areas. It is further highlighted that many river systems in the GDA are not
designated under the Habitats Directive, though they may hold species that are designated under that directive.
Consideration of protected, vulnerable and sensitive aquatic species should be given priority when formulating
the new CDP. Protection and enhancing the biological diversity of surface water systems should be a key
consideration under the Landscape, Heritage and Biodiversity section. (Submission No. 24)
6)
Inclusion of main points of Biodiversity plan and detailing of pressures on same. Highlight in a sensitive way the
beauty and significance of Pollardstown Fen, Dun Aillinn and the Hill of Allen as sites of national and
international importance. (Submission No. 25)
7)
Concerns is also expressed regarding the inadequate level of evaluation of planning applications affecting SAC
and SPA designated areas in Kildare. (Submission No. 27)
8)
Development shall not negatively affect the ecological corridor along the canal. Any changes in boundaries that
are shared with the canal and the canal corridor would require extensive consultation with Waterways Ireland.
Further extensive consultation would be required should there be any changes to the canal or its Environment.
(Submission No. 34)
9)
Development of wetlands and sites that promote Biodiversity will form a significant part of the development of
cutaway bogs. Investigation of eco-tourism on peatlands. (Submission No. 35)
10) It is requested that a strong objective is included in the development plan that supports a Liffey Valley Park
through the acquisition of lands and by not facilitating permission for developments that would compromise this
goal. (Submission No. 101)
11) Recommends adoption of RPG’s regarding environment and biodiversity and management of environmental
resources. Policies for the protection of the environment must be followed through with objectives that are
consistent with the policies and govern local authority infrastructure as well as private developments.
(Submission No. 177)
12) Reference is made to the Water Framework Directive and the provisions of same should be stated in the draft
plan as an overriding principle governing the future development strategy in the county. (Submission No. 177)
13) It should also be the policy of the PA to protect and enhance habitats that are important for nature protection
and adopt a holistic framework for the management of the Liffey Valley and other river valleys throughout the
county. (Submission No. 177)
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14) It should continue to be the policy of the Council to “Promote the amenity, ecological and educational value of
the rivers within the county while at the same time ensuring the conservation of its fauna and flora, and
protection of the quantity and quality of the water supply” “To pursue the establishment of the Barrow Valley,
the River Liffey Valley and the Canals as Areas of Special Amenity, as per section 202 of the Planning and Devt
Act 2000-2004” “to pursue the creation of a Liffey Valley Regional Park together with Fingal and South Dublin
County Councils”, these policies need to be complimented by objectives to create a LVP through the acquisition
of lands in the Liffey Valley without compromising the amenity value of those lands by coupling such
acquisitions with rezoning adjacent sites or the granting of permission that would compromise the amenity
value of the valley. (Submission No. 177)
15)
Requests that Kildare as a heritage town be the home of the County Museum. Identifies inadequacy of coach
parking, hostel accommodation, inadequacy of relevant signs, proliferation / littering of signage. (Submission
No. 13)
16) An integrated and holistic approach to heritage is required with clearly articulated goals and objectives and
consistently followed through. (Submission No. 149)
Trees and Woodlands
1)
Identifies the need to protect trees which contribute to the character of urban and village areas together with
objectives for the protection of hedgerows and stone walls. The idea of sustainable forests (similar to that
proposed for the Carlow Plan) should be explored for Kildare. (Submission No. 27)
2)
The conservation of the landscapes of other, need to be given the highest degree of protection. TPO’s and
promotion of appropriate tree re-planting schemes are essential to preserve significant riverside estates such as
Celbridge Abbey, Killadoon, Lodge Park, Straffan House and Castlemartin. (Submission No. 155)
1.14
ARCHITECTURAL AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE
Architectural Conservation Areas
1)
Reference is made to the three demesnes of Castletown, Donaghcumper and St. Wolstans constituting a
composite landscape straddling the Liffey, any development of Donaghcumper would irretrievably affect this
historically important aspect of Celbridge. It recommends that these areas be designated as Architectural
Conservation Areas. (Submission No. 95)
2)
It is recommended that Castletown House and Demense its associated view on the Donaghcumper and St
Wolstans Demense including the historic streetscape of Celbridge should be defined as archaeological
conservation areas. The use of green belts to secure and preserve the settings of the character of historic towns
in the county should also be promoted. (Submission No. 101)
Architectural Heritage and Protected Structures
1)
Devise a user-friendly advice service to advice developers/owners of protected structures, with fees waived
for developments to protect structures in certain cases. Concern is also expressed regarding the legal
process involved in the delisting of protected structures e.g. owners of properties requesting delisting
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purely on commercial grounds. Requesting that each of the remaining late 18 century canal bridges be
listed as protected structures. County Museum should be located in or near the Wonderful Barn of on the
Celbridge Interchange Lands. (Submission No. 11)
2)
Suggests that the derelict cottage in Athgarvan ref map AN OS23-13 not be added to the list of protected
structures as it has no architectural merit and its listing would render road improvement impossible. The
Old School House OS AN23-10 while merits listing the inclusion of the perimeter wall would also render
road improvements impossible. (Submission No. 15)
3)
Suggests that AN OS23-13 (Athgarvan) be excluded from the list of protected structures to facilitate
footpath / cycle lanes and safer route to school. (Submission No. 17)
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4)
Seeks inclusion of Huubuck Cottage in the record of protected structures. (Submission No. 23)
5)
Provision should also be made to protect the setting of the remaining historic features of Beelan Demesne,
including the obelisk and temple. Prioritise the protection of the curtilage and setting of protected
structures, including sensitive demesne houses. (Submission No. 27)
6)
Seeks the delisting of the outbuildings, garden boundary wall at Grove Hill House Ballymore Eustace to
facilitate widening of the Bishophill Road and provision of a pedestrian footpath on either side with
relocation of the dangerous vehicle entrance to the farmhouse. The existing farmhouse to be retained as a
protected structure. (Submission No. 32)
7)
Requests the deletion of B22-25 French Furze Road, Kildare from the record of protected structures as the
house has lost most of its special interest arising from works completed. (Submission No.39)
8)
Recommends the preparation of specific planning guidelines for heritage towns and the adoption of a
county wide policy aimed at conserving important historic houses and their planned and landscaped
demesnes in an appropriate way. (Submission No.114)
9)
Refers to three structures IP35 Marshfield House, Mill Lane, IP36 Rock House IP37 Grotto contained on the
Leixlip current LAP and Proposed Lap as protected structures and their absence on the current CDP. It is
requested that the above structure be included on the update RPS for the County. (Submission No.148)
10) Indicates zoning of Donaghcumper Demense is an anomaly and would conflict numerous other local and
national policies and therefore must be reviewed with the interrelationship between Castletown,
Donaghcumper and St Wolstans be reflected in amended policies and objectives. It is submitted that the
short-sighted policy of allowing development on demesne lands in exchange for public access to limited
areas should be abandoned. (Submission No. 173)
11) The new CDP should take a more precautionary approach in its assessment of the impact of planning
applications on the setting of any nearby protected structures. The designation of protected structure
should be extended to also safeguard such structures against the negative effects of any inappropriate
development in their proximity that would materially or adversely affect their character and setting and/or
injure in any way their residential amenity by loss of daylight, sunlight, drying breezes etc. (Submission No.
155)
12) Identifies Deer park wall to Lyons Demense (2m long and 3mhigh made from local limestone dating to
1860’s) requiring protection. (Submission No. 176)
13) Provisions of the existing plan 20.4.2 Curtilage and attendant grounds of protected structures policy
statement 20.5.2 and views of protected structures (pg227) should continue in the next plan.
(Submission No. 177)
14) List old masonary walls, old canal bridges, old masonary river and railway bridges as protected structures.
(Submission No. 178)
15) Include policy objective to preclude installation of street furniture in front of heritage, historic or protected
structures. (Submission No. 178)
Archeological Conservation
1)
Request that lands at Confey (Leixlip) be surveyed (by air) to show remains of ancient developments and
that such parcels of land be zoned appropriately. (Submission No. 11)
2)
It identifies the need to protect Dun Ailinn (Kilcullen) for archaeological reasons and number of demesnes
(including Castletown Demesne) afforded ACA protection. (Submission No. 27)
3)
Identifies a number of features requiring protection under the proposed plan as follows:
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Possible ringfort near the top of Lyons Hill
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Prehistoric and historic inauguration sites as they are a separate class of monument and many
are visible in the landscape e.g. Hill of Allen, Mullaghmast, Naas, Lyons Hill.
(Submission No. 176)
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Building Conservation & Reuse
3)
Given the cost of upgrading storage facilities in Kildare, €25m under the nitrates regulations, many new
buildings have been built. The council should consider a change of use for some of the older buildings
which could encourage enterprise creation on farm and local employment. (Submission No. 89)
1.15
RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Rural Development / Enterprise
1)
Submission relates to the economic development and employment section of the current development
plan. The submission outlines the existing policy of the KCC development plan 2005 – 2011 which supports
proposals or small and medium enterprise business development in “development centres” with existing
infrastructural facilities, services, and goods communications or where these can be provided as reasonable
cost”. This it is submitted is in stark contract to the development policy 11 of the Meath Development plan
which states “to apply a flexible approach to the zoning of lands suitable for entrepreneurial start up
business and small scale light industrial and employment generating activities, where it can be
demonstrated that the proposed use would have minimal impact on adjoining uses, primarily residential
property”. The current policy of the Kildare plan therefore affects local business types including working
from home both office based and workshop based and haulage / trucking operations. An amendment to
the policy to provide a more flexible approach to promote sustainable small and medium enterprise
development in rural areas is requested. (Submission No. 66)
2)
The need to extend broadband infrastructure and reach rural communities. (Submission No. 118)
Agriculture
This submission seeks the inclusion of policies that support the development of small and medium on-farm
enterprises to encourage job creation in rural areas. Also that different farming enterprises make the
countryside attractive for weekend recreational use which is welcomed and encouraged however, it should
not set the agenda for this working environment by encouraging blanket designation which sterilises rural
communities. (Submission No. 89)
Seeks inclusion of policies that will support agriculture and equine industries and the acknowledgement of the
role of part time occupation in these areas. (Submission No. 181)
Extractive Industries (Aggregates)
1)
Make adequate provision within policies to ensure the ongoing availability of an adequate supply of
aggregates for the construction industry at the best balance of social, economic and environmental cost,
whilst ensuring that extraction and development are consistent with the principles of sustainable
development. (Submission No. 1)
2)
Submissions seeks to have a 25 acre former quarry site at Kerdifstown turned into a model facility to
produce green energy and the site designated as suitable for industrial activities. . A number of green
projects are suggested as follows: use of local waste e.g. local food factories to generate green electricity
from renewables, clean water and odour free fertilizer for organic farming, a district heating scheme to
supply 300 homes with access to long-term inexpensive heating, a source of heat for local industry.
(Submission No. 65)
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STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (SEA)
1)
In determining the likely significant environmental effects of the proposed plan regard should be had to
the need for the sustainable development of the inland and marine fisheries resource. Some key issues for
consideration include, water quality, surface water hydrology, fish spawning and nursery areas, passage of
migratory fish, areas of natural heritage importance including geological heritage sites, biological diversity,
ecosystem structure and functioning, sport and commercial fishing and angling
and amenity and
recreation. Recommends the inclusion of an objective in the plan to include the retention of open and
natural channels (i.e. avoiding culverting), the establishment of riparian corridors free from development
along all significant watercourses and advocates at least a 10m buffer zone between river channel and the
line of maximum extent of development. Policies and recommendation made under the Greater Dublin
Strategic Drainage Study should be applied in development of a drainage strategy for the county.
(Submission No. 24)
2)
It is indicated that environmental indicators must be used robustly in an iterative process and realistic
alternatives evaluated which must inform decision making process and analyses policies in terms of their
future sustainability as well as conservation. It is also suggested that proposed infrastructure projects
should be dependent upon an up to date cost benefit analysis and also on ‘oil vulnerability’ analysis.
(Submission No. 27).
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Report on Public Consultation Meetings
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Report on Public Consultation Meetings
NAAS WORKSHOP
STRATEGIC PLANNING, POPULATION AND HOUSING
Population Growth & Community Development

The level of potential population growth indicated in the RPGs would be acceptable if infrastructure and
community facilities particularly primary schools are provided in tandem with development.

Community/social/recreational facilities should be located throughout the town – both in the town centre
and adjacent to existing and proposed residential areas.
Strategic Growth

The Planning of Naas town and Naas Environs area should involve a more co-ordinated approach to avoid
inconsistency in zoning etc.

The development of Naas has “spread outwards” in recent years- there is a need for new plan to address
this concern.
Development Boundaries

Expand Naas Town Boundary out to M7 motorway- the circle shape for the boundary does not reflect the
pattern of development on the ground.

Need to establish one local authority in Naas to deal with the roads- current overlap between the County
and Kildare County Council is not working effectively.
PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Energy Conservation

Use of energy saving building techniques, solar panels should be encouraged.
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Anti-social behaviour

There is a need for more CCTV and a multi agency approach to anti social behaviour i.e. Garda, Local
Authority and Social services. Need for greater co-operation between the Council, Gardai (other agencies).
There is a general lack of policing in the town.

The Development Plan has a role to play in supporting local clubs.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Employment Creation

The Development Plan should be based on the vision of continuing to support employment based activities.
This can be facilitated by providing an interchange at the Millennium Park/Northwest quadrant.
Marketing

Use the Globe sculpture on the Dublin Road to advertise Naas.

Use of funds from parking meters to fund a bus service.

Lack of information on the Website about Impact Statement for Kildare.
HERITAGE
Heritage

The “Cannon” should be relocated from the Curragh back to where it came from i.e. Council offices
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
High Quality Residential
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There is a need to create high quality residential areas in Naas. Residential areas are being designed to
engineering standards, which does not allow for creative design. Inadequate private gardens and public
open space in new estates. Need for more provision of the standard 3-4 bed semi-detached house with
own rear garden.

High density/apartments are more suited to the town centre. High density tends to result in a lack of
amenities, especially open space.

Need to evaluate policies on management companies. Need to protect residential amenity- recent
encroachment of commercial development into existing residential areas.

Housing in side gardens- not provided with sufficient car-parking and open space.

Need to debate the issue of social and affordable housing.

Power lines, need to be put underground. All properties to be numbered to aid identification.
Car Parking Standards

In order to create quality built environments car parking standards need to be increased within
residential developments. Each unit should have a car parking provision for at least 2 cars within the
curtilage of the dwelling. Current requirement of 1.5 spaces per dwelling is insufficient.
Taking in charge of Estates

Complaints that the process is too slow, other services cannot be installed until state is taken in
charge i.e. Gas. Naas Industrial Estate not yet taken in charge. There should be more follow up once
permission is granted, inspection after 2 years to determine what has been carried out.
MAYNOOTH WORKSHOP
STRATEGIC PLANNING, POPULATION AND HOUSING

Impact of Dublin, North /South divide in the county and the urban v’s rural issue.

Need for balanced growth - Aim to be self-sufficient with the creation of employment hubs.

Role of the economy in population growth.

Inconsistency in decisions. Uniformity required. Transparency. More positive approach needed. Role
for guidelines.

One off housing more flexibility needed. Rural areas need for balanced approach to the guidelines,
need for rural housing.

Settlements not working. Lack of infrastructure in the settlements. Local need/local growth relaxation
of criteria required. Role for master planning.
PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Water Services:

Osberstown constraints and overloading. Amnesty for existing permissions that cannot connect.
Waste Infrastructure

Segregation waste required.
Renewable Energy supplies

Green Energy, need sustainable sources.
Water Conservation

Future of water supplies, development of wells, impact on agricultural land. Leakages. Rainwater
harvesting required.
Public Transport

Adequate public transport needed, rural link transportation system, expansion.
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COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Schools

Additional schools required in tandem with development
More integration:

Improve all facilities for residential communities. Community halls need the support of the Local
Authority.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Strengths

Population, education, University niche industries, good infrastructure, presence of multinationals, and
proximity to Dublin and the airport.

Also importance of equine industry, tourism, promotion of amenities, golf courses etc, needs to be
activity linked.
Constraints

Infrastructure, need positive approach to development, communication, roll out of broadband.
Attract industries

Specifically clean industries generate home grown employment, role of the equine sector is
important. Sustain education facilities, creation of a skilled workforce
HERITAGE

Protect and promote heritage.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Housing Mix & Quality Design

Promote integration. Control number of apartments. Homes design for life. Design statements are
helpful.

More schools and playgrounds required and the creation of a safe environment.
KILCULLEN WORKSHOP
STRATEGIC PLANNING, POPULATION AND HOUSING
Building Communities

Should be a prime consideration if pattern of people commuting to Dublin is be reversed. There is need
for residential and employment located in same area.
Planning Process

Indicates inconsistency in decision making on planning applications and contradictions in the Development
Plan. There is a need to get people involved.
Ballymore Eustace

Classified as a key village however existing plan is in place since 1996. A plan is still awaited for the village
notwithstanding submission of plan be the community sometime back.
Planned Development

Kildare as a county needs to consolidate and settle. If Osberstown takes off there will be pressure for
more development. Also reference is made to leapfrogging of land for development.
Traveller Accommodation

Should be more serviced sites for travellers.
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PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Broadband

Need for investment in Broadband, etc - infrastructure is required to deliver economic development.
Local Transport

Should employ bus drivers to drive around big towns on short circuits to pick up passengers and reduce
need for cars going into towns.

Need for more cycle lanes.

Lack of access to transport – a factor that inhibits growth.
Energy Conservation

Local communities should own energy sources.

Investigate possibly of establishing wind farms in North West Kildare.

Alternative energy sources should be prioritised.

Recycling centre in Silliot Hill is a success however there should be more of them.
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Care for the aged

Needs to be addressed. one bed roomed houses should be constructed for old people without the
need for private gardens. Would be attractive to developers to develop as part of overall schemes.
School provision

Council needs to consider impact of development on need for new schools or school places. Village
services in many cases are not able to cope e.g. Schools. Schools should also be multi-functional.
Allotments

Should be encouraged. Brings people together. Recognised that there may be an issue of anti social
behaviour but this should not preclude their provision.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Local Employment

The provision of local employment is critical. Need to develop locally based Kildare industries and
develop local employment opportunities. Perhaps re-use vacant shop units for employment uses.
Retail

Over provision of retail in Kildare. Aldi and Lidl in other towns have made it hard for local shops to
survive.

KCC have not taken into account the cumulative impact of the quantity of retail floorspace permitted.
HERITAGE
Character

Landscape of Kildare is important. Development should be curtailed. One – off houses being built all over
the place, villages being destroyed and unique character of County being lost.

Council is dependant on levies so therefore there is pressure on it to grant one-off houses. Local Authority
finances should be reviewed.
Natural resources

Importance of Liffey outlined - need to extend river walks.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Quality of Design

Need for statement buildings. Reference made to new County Council Offices - if a private developer
applied to build them he wouldn’t get permission. New build does not have to be big / bold.

Need to fit into towns and villages.
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Local distinctiveness being lost – e.g. family shops in Italy & France. But brand names in Kildare towns.

Retain old style shop fronts. Preserving traditional shop fronts and streetscapes. Need to balance old and
new developments
Smaller villages

Needs to be a balance
between development and retaining character of an area. Amount of
development being proposed for some villages will destroy them.

No quality open space and amenities.

Apartments unsuitable for rural towns. What is appropriate for Dublin City Centre is not appropriate
for Kilcullen, Clane, Sallins etc.
Architectural Design

While there are statements in the plan regarding quality of design there is a lack of follow through in
decisions and in enforcement.
Urban Design

Should be places for people to meet e.g. plazas. Use of designers who don’t understand Kildare
towns. Example of good design in small town Saintfield in Northern Ireland.
CASTLEDERMOT WORKSHOP
STRATEGIC PLANNING, POPULATION AND HOUSING
Settlement Strategy

Development should be concentrated in urban areas and smaller towns however some element of
development should be in the countryside so as not to isolate some of the elderly population.

Too many houses are being provided in absence of industry/employment in many towns. Economic
development required and it must be recognised that South Kildare is drawn towards Carlow and
Dublin rather than Kildare. As better opportunities are provided elsewhere, there is a need to provide
for more employment in South Kildare.
Smaller Towns and Villages

It is recognised that there is need for a certain element of development in order to attract greater
facilities. Smaller housing developments however are recommended with the level of public facilities
significantly improved.
Town Centres:

Recognises that there is a shortage of car parking in many towns.

Too many derelict buildings leads to a bad image.

Maintenance of footpaths and centrally located Garda Stations is required.

Indicates that there is no real incentive for people to stop in towns like Castledermot.
Rural Development:

Indicated that the rural housing policy is very restricted for locals to build in their own areas
Residential Development:

Outlined the need to widen the mix and allocation of housing. Housing to be delivered with amenity c.
50 houses and community facilities, easier to service. Outlines the shortage of green areas in housing
estates. All green areas should be overlooked.
PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Public Transport

Planning Authority should liaise with Bus Eireann regarding bus stops around the county as some
areas are isolated from public transport. Need to further promote rural transport. Service to Kilkenny
is inadequate. With by-pass, danger that Castledermot would loose bus route
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Waste Water / Water Network

In Castledermot there is wastewater capacity but problems with construction / operational side of
facility. Water supply in the area is adequate.
Pedestrian Connections

Footpaths and connections to new developments and town / village centres must be provided and
maintained. Need to further pedestrian friendly villages.
Traffic calming in villages.
Parking and
speeding also indicated as a problem.
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Lack of Facilities for Teenagers

Need supervised facilities for teenagers – lack of volunteers and parental participation.
Lack of
facilities in many towns for younger people, which could reduce vandalism and anti-social behaviour.
Need to consult with children/teenagers about what facilities they would like. Younger people to be
catered for (e.g. football, safer environments to live and play).
Older Population:

Social inclusion is important. Reference to a paper entitled “Creating a Voice” should be reviewed.
Link up Between Other Services

e.g. Liaison between Garda services and the Planning Authority should be prioritised (this was
strongly agreed with among the group).
Library

Opening hours of Library should be increased.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Derelict sites

Significant no. of businesses closed in recent years. Derelict Sites resulting from people leaving
Castledermot to shop, work elsewhere. Notices should be issued to improve run down town centre
units. Higher rates should be paid on derelict buildings.
Development Contributions

Not serving areas where development is being carried out.
Employment Creation

Need to facilitate people who want to create employment. Grant aid to be provided to attract
investment to smaller towns.
Retail

Little scope for major retail opportunities in Castledermot / south Kildare given proximity to Carlow,
Newbridge etc.
HERITAGE
Tourism Strategy

A tourism strategy should be put together linking all the heritage areas in south Kildare. Walking tours
could be designed for the South of the County to attract tourists to the area. Need to focus on Built
Heritage (e.g. Kilkea Castle). The people living in Castledermot contribute significantly to the quality
of the town.
Heritage Signage

Heritage signs to be erected throughout the town and South Kildare.
High Quality Environment

Important to keep key environmental features of the county free from development.

Emphasis to be put on achieving a cleaner town. Greater advantage to be taken of the river setting of
Castledermot.
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ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Greater consistency required in planning decisions regarding design issues.

Many older houses people cannot afford to renovate.

Need to keep villages as villages.

Gateways to town to be improved.

Vandalism an issue to be dealt with, could be dealt with from the outset with better designed and
better laid out estates.
KILDARE TOWN WORKSHOP
STRATEGIC PLANNING, POPULATION AND HOUSING
Strategic Planning

Future population should be facilitated near employment opportunities, social facilities (including
leisure and education) and adequate physical infrastructure (roads, water, wastewater).

Need to balance population growth in the County with the provision of adequate social and
community facilities and between the north and south of the County- currently in imbalance with over
provision in the North of the County.

Green belt areas between growth centres should be encouraged as towns are merging into each
other. Might need to create “new towns” to accommodate new growth. Examine European examples.
Social & Affordable Housing

More people should be afforded the opportunity to own social and affordable housing units
Development Levies

Are too high and a disincentive to development.

The price of land has resulted in small areas of private open spaces, need to be addressed. Urban
Housing
Renewal Scheme has resulted in an oversupply of apartments. Penalties on developers to complete
estates are considered to be too low, should be higher to encourage completion of a greater number
of estates.

Need to limit number of houses in rural villages to approx 35 units.

Larger estates inappropriate.
Rural Housing

Landowners should be allowed to build on their own land, too restrictive currently. Extensions to
family homes to look after other family members should be encouraged rather than permitting new
development in rural areas. Need for preplanning consultation to be taken into consideration when
assessing planning permission.
PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Energy Conservation

There should be incentives to promote ‘grey water’ for e.g. flushing toilets. Wind farm developmentbusiness opportunity especially small farm based wind turbines
Waste Water

Development in the last plan did not happen due to lack of sewage infrastructure. How will this be
catered for in the new plan?
Airports

Suggests development of Weston aerodrome as a regional airport and Baldonnell as a civil and
military airport.
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Public Transport

Access to public transport needs to be improved.

Pay parking and small car parks make using the trains difficult.

Electrification of rail provides opportunity for the county. Need to encourage people to travel from
Dublin to Kildare for work. Identifies need for bus corridor from Monasterevin to Dublin and link at
slip roads to service the towns.

Need to develop road links between Kildare and adjoining counties in particular Meath (Leinster
Outer Orbital Route).

Need to connect employment zones throughout the County by infrastructure. Might need local
shuttle bus to go travel around rural areas and bring people into towns to public transport.
Car Parking

While the County and Kildare town are well served by train services there is a problem in Kildare town
with the lack of car-parking beside the train station. The price of parking is a disincentive. Council
should provide car-parks free of charge.
Pedestrians & Cyclists

Cycle friendly areas to be included along roadways and in zones for pedestrians/cyclists only.
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Social Infrastructure

Insufficient social facilities throughout County. Needs to be provided in tandem with development e.g.
health, education, leisure. Need to create a social inventory of what is needed in each area in the
County at the pre-draft stage of the Plan. Multi-use of community and school facilities is required.
Need to introduce a social infrastructure assessment for towns.
Delivery of Social infrastructure

Focus is on providing community gain on a site by site basis, however there is a need to look at the
option to provide community gain on a town basis. Completion of recreational facilities a priority at
commencement, or within an agreed time frame to ensure delivery of facilities.
Care Housing

Complex for the elderly. Housing for the disabled should be of better quality. Need different types of
housing to cater for everyone.
Community Links

Greater links should be created between the local authorities and service providers e.g. gardai and
public transport providers. Social integration is as important as social inclusion. Need to involve all
members of society in planning- could liaise with locals reps to engage with socially isolated people.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Employment Creation

Need to reduce obstacles in order to attract employment. More employment opportunities should be
created in areas such as Kildare town e.g. office based / financial services / decentralisation.

The south of the county needs more investment in order to attract employers to the area. Need for
larger towns to attract employment opportunities. Small scale industries e.g. 7-8 employees should be
encouraged in rural areas to reduce the need to travel.
Safeguarding Jobs

Concern that large multi-nationals in County Kildare might leave Ireland for Eastern Europe. Council and
government should meet large employers and establish their needs.
Indigenous industries
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should be safeguarded (e.g. saddler makers in Kilcullen) and better linkages should be created with
indigenous crafts etc. Local business such as bloodstock and military businesses have been eroded in
Kildare. Need to develop rural industries: market gardening, food production, horticulture and allotments.
Broadband

Need for broadband roll out in the county.
Labour Force

Kildare has a young educated work force, with good access to major infrastructure including airports.
Need to exploit the skills set of the people currently living in the county and target the business
development in the area to match this skills set.
Tourism

need to exploit Kildare’s advantages and to develop the tourism product e.g. signposting and advertising.
Need to create niche businesses in Kildare- “Kildare Village” good tourist attraction also agri-tourismpilgrimage/retreat development in rural areas.
Decentralisation

should be encouraged e.g. Magee Barracks in Kildare town.
HERITAGE
Tourism & Heritage

National Stud and Japanese Gardens are essential assets to central Kildare in attracting tourists to the
area. Heritage of Kildare is currently being promoted in e.g. Sweden and Italy.

A heritage route could be linked between central and south Kildare and tourist trails could be developed.
Kildare town should have a branch of the national museum located in the town, bringing forward the
existing policy in the County Development Plan.
Natural Heritage Uses

Greater use should be made of the canals e.g. transport. Greater use could be made of disused bogs e.g.
encouraging allotments in these areas.
Conservation

Development in the bogs identified as an issue. Areas which should be protected: Bog of Allen,
Pollardstown Fen, Hill of Allen, Curragh, Canals. Policies to protect the environment are important and
necessary but these policies have not been enforced.
Derelict Town Sites

Problem with derelict sites in towns and villages. Need to protect buildings but also need activity at these
sites. Incentives required to develop derelict sites.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Character

unique character of each town and village should be identified and every effort main to retain it in terms
of new development. Buildings should be refused permission if they are not “in keeping” with locality. Use
of timber cladding inappropriate in towns and does not wear well. Need to have design guides in new plan
for rural and urban areas. Improvement schemes should be encouraged in more parts of the county e.g
“Shop Athy”.
Apartments

Apartments were considered inappropriate by some members of the group while others considered that
there is a definite need to more carefully integrate apartments into overall development layouts with open
space in order to successfully achieve a sense of community. The minimum size of apartments should be
reviewed, maximum densities to apply.
Town Centre
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restricted to two stories with residential over. Need to restrict height to preserve town centres and
streetscapes. High density more sustainable but high quality design needed.
Re-Use of Buildings

Encourage the reuse of vacant buildings. Current building stock (including older buildings) potential not
realised i.e. army buildings on the Curragh not used in preference of new build for Department of Defence
in Newbridge.
Good design

Need to design out crime. Amenities and facilities considered important in the design of any area.

Higher quality areas of open spaces and a higher proportion of them should be provided as densities are
increased.

Energy efficient buildings should be incorporated into all developments. The siting of development should
be sensitive to the environment.

Also mix of housing types, a mix of tenancies and good quality open spaces throughout the development
located near community facilities is required.
Urban Design:

In the design of our towns, the ‘doughnut’ effect should be avoided (encouraging development on the
outskirts of the town at the expense of the town centre where businesses continue to close down
etc). Out of town centres should be avoided.

The grey stone of the cathedral in e.g. Kildare Town should dominate developments in Kildare Square
and be sensitive to the nature of the town.
Signage and shop fronts
Promote the traditional shop fronts especially in heritage towns.
CLANE WORKSHOP
STRATEGIC PLANNING, POPULATION AND HOUSING
Population Growth:

Recognition that residential growth will continue however, proposed 38% increase in population not
justified; already more than 1k hectares zoned and up to 8k houses unoccupied; further inflationary
proposals inappropriate. Already exceeded 2012 population figure & approaching 2016 figure.
Population figures obsolete; need more accurate ones. Role of the economy in population growth.
Strategic Planning:

Balanced growth-Planning and zoning should be related to the facilities that are already in existence,
such as schools, roads etc. Questions whether development needed in certain areas; can zonings be
reduced in some places and increased in others; employment, leisure & pleasure facilities need to be
developed.

Recognises need to be within the parameters of the Regional Planning Guidelines, acknowledging the
location within the hinterland area, with Primary and Secondary Growth Centres.

Celbridge in limbo between Greater Dublin Area and central Kildare. Caragh already over developed
with suburban type development.
Vision

No county division between north and south, Aim to be self-sufficient.

Creation of employment hubs, attracting industries, specifically clean industries.

Sustain education facilities, creation of a skilled workforce. Generate home grown employment. Role
of the equine sector is important.
Planning Strategy

Previous plan has been too developer driven. Also inconsistency in decisions. Uniformity and
transparency required.
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Settlements not working. Local need/local growth relaxation of criteria. Role for master planning.
Rural Development

To have a greater protection for the rural area of the County. Questions whether there is more land
(per ha), designated in the Rural Settlements than the zoned land for housing in the urban areas.

Prevent ribbon development in rural areas.

Rural settlements, price of houses is prohibitive for locals.
Commuter based populations being
targeted for the rural settlements. Occupancy conditions should be increased. Too many houses,
adding to an increase in population.
PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Osberstown

Lack of infrastructure in the settlements. Investment in infrastructure is a priority.
Waste Infrastructure

Need to segregate waste.
Natural Energy Supplies

Harness natural energy. There are thermal springs in north Kildare which should be exploited. Wind
energy – possible use of the bogs for wind energy. Power stations not being used to full capacity –
Leixlip.
Water Supply

Future of water supplies, development of wells, impact on agricultural land. Leakages. Rainwater
harvesting.
Public Transport

Adequate public transport needed, rural link transportation system, expansion. Park and Ride
facilities.
Such facilities need to be realistic.
Some are too small.
Improve North-South public
transport provision. No bus from Kilcock to Naas.
Pedestrian & Cyclist

Safe routes for bicycles, cycle lanes. No more speed ramps. Any future speed ramps should be
designed to match the speed limit.
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Community Infrastructure

No community investment in Kilcock; levies collected but not allocated to Kilcock; no cycle lanes in
Kilcock.

Community halls need the support of the Local Authority.

Facilities for young people should be considered through private sector, volunteerism only goes so far.
Improve all facilities for residential communities.

Developers have a poor track record in the provision of community facilities. Should not be allowed
to start new projects – Enforcement to be strengthened in the County.
Schools

More schools and playgrounds are required together with the creation of a safe environment. School
provision should be in tandem with development
Graveyards

There should be a graveyard policy in the Plan. There should be extensions to existing facilities.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Strengths
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Population, education, University, niche industries, good infrastructure, presence of multinationals,
proximity to Dublin and the airport, equine industry, tourism, amenities, golf courses etc, needs to be
activity linked.
Constraints

Infrastructure, need positive approach to development, communication, roll out of broadband.

Potential for development of tourist industry; Wonderful Barn in Leixlip, now in KCC ownership, is in
Tourism
appalling condition; Donadea should be developed; Leixlip power station underused.
Employment Creation

Attract Industry. Hold onto the ones that we have. Small sustainable employment – incubation units.
Facilitate enterprise. Employment should not be temporary and short term, such as evidenced in the
construction industry i.e. construction jobs should not be the main stay of the local economy.
Re-use for Employment

Don’t sideline projects that could be used for tourism – Churches etc. Re-use buildings – turn them
into community halls. Donadea Forest Park – use people on FAS schemes to help rejuvenate the
facilities.
HERITAGE
Conservation

Bogs, lakes and canals are a very important part of our heritage – inappropriate development taking
place. Policy to regenerate our bogs. Protect and promote heritage.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Height

3-storey developments should not be permitted as Management Companies don’t work. No to high
rise c. 5 storey and over in village centres.
Community buildings

Should be measured and realistic – need to grow organically. Indoor facilities should be provided –
extra facilities needed, for sports such as basketball. Passive facilities. Survey of facilities available for
all, wheelchair accessible etc currently being undertaken. Results should feed into the review of the
Plan.
Scale

Social Housing should be located within smaller housing schemes. Clane has exceeded acceptable
levels. Large Estates, problematic. Management Companies, problematic.
Housing Mix

Too many apartments. Need housing mix, promote integration. Homes for life. Design statements are
helpful
Architecture Styles

Improve architectural input in facades/streetscape. Redevelopment (bridges given as an example),
should not imitate the past. Houses in the rural countryside – ostentatious designs – not in keeping
with the fabric of the countryside.
Building Re-Use

Unused buildings should not be allowed to fall into disrepair with owners allowed to get away with it.
Derelict Sites Act to be imposed. Historic buildings in disrepair, should be developed for tourism.
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Appendix G
National, Regional & Local Context for the Preparation of
Development Plans
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Appendix G:
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National, Regional & Local Context for the Preparation of
Development Plans
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ACTS, 2000-2007
NATIONAL MONUMENTS ACTS, 1930-1994
NATIONAL CULTURAL INSTITUTION ACT, 1997
ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE (NATIONAL INVENTORY) AND HISTORIC MONUMENTS MISCELLANEOUS
PROVISIONS) ACT, 1999
HERITAGE ACT, 1995
WATER SERVICES ACT, 2007
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, 2001-2007
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT) REGULATIONS, 2004
ENVIRONMENTAL NOISE REGULATIONS RELATING TO THE ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT
OF ENVIRONMENTAL NOISE, 2006
A PLATFORM FOR CHANGE, DUBLIN TRANSPORTATION OFFICE STRATEGY 2000-2016 (2001)
ACTION ON HOUSING (2000)
BIO-ENERGY ACTION PLAN (2007)
DELIVERING A SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FUTURE FOR IRELAND. GOVERNMENT WHITE PAPER ON THE ENERGY
POLICY FRAMEWORK (2007)
DELIVERING HOMES SUSTAINING COMMUNITIES, STATEMENT ON HOUSING POLICY
FRAMEWORK AND PRINCIPLES FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE (1999)
GREATER DUBLIN STRATEGIC DRAINAGE STUDY (2005)
GREATER DUBLIN WATER SUPPLY STRATEGIC STUDY 1996-2016
HOUSING IN IRELAND PERFORMANCE AND POLICY
IRISH AVIATION AUTHORITY NAVIGATION SERVICES - POLICY ON CONSULTATION BY PLANNING
AUTHORITIES (DEVELOPMENT ADJACENT TO AIR NAVIGATION FACILITES) (2008)
PROPOSED NATIONAL HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN 2008 – 2012
NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2007-2013
NATIONAL SPATIAL STRATEGY PEOPLE PLACES POTENTIAL 2002-2020, (2002)
NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY PLAN, DEPARTMENT OF ARTS, HERITAGE, GAELTACHT & THE ISLANDS 2002)
NATIONAL HERITAGE PLAN, DEPARTMENT OF ARTS, HERITAGE GAELTACHT AND THE ISLANDS (2002)
NATIONAL CHILDCARE STRATEGY 2006-2010 (2006)
NATIONAL ACTION PLAN FOR SOCIAL INCLUSION 2007-2016 (2007)
NATIONAL CLIMATE CHANGE STRATEGY 2007-2012 (2006)
NRA DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT AND ACCESS TO NATIONAL ROADS - POLICY STATEMENT (2006)
NATIONAL COUNTRYSIDE RECREATION STRATEGY AS RECOMMENDED BY COMHAIRLE NA TUAITHE
READY STEADY PLAY! A NATIONAL PLAY STRATEGY (2004)
REGIONAL PLANNING GUIDELINES FOR THE GREATER DUBLIN AREA 2004-2016 (2004)
RETAIL STRATEGY FOR THE GREATER DUBLIN AREA 2008-2016 (2008)
RIVER BASIN MANAGEMENT PLANS – SOUTH EASTERN AND EASTERN
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT – A STRATEGY FOR IRELAND (1997)
TOWARDS 2016 TEN YEAR FRAMEWORK SOCIAL PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT 2006-2015 (2006)
TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE LOCAL COMMUNITIES: GUIDELINES ON LOCAL AGENDA 21 (2001)
TRANSPORT 21, 2006-2015
2020 VISION – SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT: PUBLIC CONSULTATION DOCUMENT TRANSPORT
STRATEGY FOR THE GREATER DUBLIN AREA 2010-2030 (2008)
WASTE MANAGEMENT - CHANGING OUR WAYS (1998)
WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE DUBLIN REGION 2005-2010 (2005)
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ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE PROTECTION, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES (2004)
ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE PROTECTION FOR PLACES OF WORSHIP, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES
(2003)
CHILDCARE FACILITIES, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES (2001)
DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES, (2007)
LANDSCAPE AND LANDSCAPE ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES, CONSULTATION DRAFT GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING
AUTHORITIES (2000)
DEVELOPMENT PLANS GUIDELINES, (2007)
FUNFAIR GUIDANCE- PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ACT 2000 (CERTIFICATION OF FAIRGROUND
EQUIPMENT) REGULATIONS (2003)
IMPLEMENTING REGIONAL PLANNING GUIDELINES - BEST PRACTICE GUIDANCE (2005)
IMPLEMENTATION OF SEA DIRECTIVE, ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTS OF CERTAIN PLANS AND PROGRAMMES ON
THE ENVIRONMENT, GUIDELINES FOR REGIONAL AUTHORITIES AND PLANNING AUTHORITIES (2004)
PROVISION OF SCHOOLS AND THE PLANNING SYSTEM, A CODE OF PRACTICE FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES, THE
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION & SCIENCE AND THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT, HERITAGE AND LOCAL
GOVERNMENT (2008)
QUALITY HOUSING FOR SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES (2007).
QUARRIES AND ANCILLARY ACTIVITIES, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES (2004)
RETAIL PLANNING, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES (2005)
SUSTAINABLE URBAN HOUSING: DESIGN STANDARDS FOR NEW APARTMENTS, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING
UTHORITIES (2007)
SUSTAINABLE RURAL HOUSING, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES (2005)
TELECOMMUNICATIONS ANTENNAE AND SUPPORT STRUCTURES, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES
(1996)
TREE PRESERVATION, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES (1994)
SUSTAINABLE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT IN URBAN AREAS, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES (2009)
URBAN DESIGN MANUAL; A BEST PRACTICE GUIDE, A COMPANION DOCUMENT TO THE GUIDELINES FOR
PLANNING AUTHORITIES ON SUSTAINABLE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT IN URBAN AREAS (2009)
WIND ENERGY DEVELOPMENT, GUIDELINES FOR PLANNING AUTHORITIES (2006)
THE PLANNING SYSTEM AND FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT - CONSULTATION DRAFT GUIDELINES (2008)
DRAFT GUIDELINES ON THE IMPLICATIONS OF THE CHANGES TO PART V CONTAINED IN THE PLANNING AND
DEVELOPMENT (AMENDMENT) ACT 2002, 2003
RURAL HOUSING POLICIES AND LOCAL NEED CRITERIA IN DEVELOPMENT PLANS - CIRCULAR LETTER
SP/5/08 (2008)
TAKING IN CHARGE OF RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS CIRCULAR LETTER PD 1/08 (2008)
FINGAL COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2005-2011
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 20042010
MEATH COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2007-2013
WICKLOW COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2004-2010
OFFALY COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2009-2015
LAOIS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2006-2012
CARLOW COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2009-2015
COUNTY DEVELOPMENT BOARD STRATEGY KILDARE 2012 -SOCIAL, ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT OF
KILDARE.
COMPETITING IN A GLOBALISED WORLD – AN ECONOMIC STRATEGY FOR KILDARE COUNTY COUNCIL.
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PROSPEROUS LOCAL AREA PLAN 2007
ATHGARVAN LOCAL AREA PLAN 2007
ALLENWOOD LOCAL AREA PLAN 2008
KILCULLEN LOCAL AREA PLAN 2008
MONASTEREVIN LOCAL AREA PLAN 2008
SALLINS LOCAL AREA PLAN 2009
KILCOCK LOCAL AREA PLAN 2009
CASTLEDERMOT LOCAL AREA PLAN 2009
CLANE LOCAL AREA PLAN 2009
BRANNOCKSTOWN VILLAGE DESIGN STATEMENT 2009
CALVERSTOWN VILLAGE DESIGN STATEMENT 2009
STAPLESTOWN VILLAGE DESIGN STATEMENT 2009
DONAGHCOMPER AREA ACTION PLAN
RATHANGAN AREA ACTION PLAN
WONDERFUL BARN AREA ACTION PLAN (LEIXLIP)
MAYNOOTH HARBOUR AREA ACTION PLAN
SOUTHGREEN AREA ACTION PLAN (NAAS)
CARTON AVENUE AREA ACTION PLAN (MAYNOOTH)
COUNTY KILDARE HERITAGE PLAN 2005-2009
COUNTY KILDARE BIODIVERSITY PLAN 2008-2013
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Requirements for a Development Plan
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Requirements for a Development Plan
The Planning and Development Act 2000 sets out clearly those matters that must be included
in a Development Plan as well as those matters that may be included.
1.0 below is a summary of the items, which must be addressed in the new Development Plan.
2.0 below gives a summary of the type of matters, which may be addressed in the Plan. This
list is not exhaustive.
Throughout the Planning Act it is continually stressed that consideration can be give only to
matters which relate to the proper planning and sustainable development of the County.
1.0 Matters, which must be addressed in the Development Plan.
1. A Planning Authority must make a Development Plan, every six years, for the whole of its area.
2. The Plan shall have regard to the Development Plans of adjoining Planning Authorities and shall take into account
any likely effects the implementation of the plan may have on the area of any adjoining Planning Authority, having
regard, in particular, to any submission or observation made by the adjoining Planning Authority.
3. The Plan shall be consistent with national plans, policies or strategies, which relate to the proper planning and
sustainable development.
4. The Development Plan shall set out an overall strategy for the proper planning and sustainable development of the
county.
5. The Plan must contain a written statement and a plan or plans indicating the development objectives for the
county.
6. The Development Plan shall include objectives for the zoning of land.
7. The Development Plan shall include objectives for provision or facilitation of provision of infrastructure, including
transport, energy, communication facilities, water supply, waste water services, waste recovery and disposal
facilities.
8. The Development Plan shall include an objective for the conservation and protection of the environment.
9. The Development Plan shall include an objective for the integration of planning and sustainable development with
the social, community and cultural requirements of the area and its population.
10. The Development Plan shall include an objective for preservation of the character of the landscape and of
architectural conservation areas.
11. The Development Plan shall include an objective for protection of structures of special architectural, historical,
archaeological, artistic, cultural, scientific, social or technical interest.
12. The Development Plan shall include an objective for preservation of the character of Architectural Conservation
Areas.
13. The Development Plan shall include an objective for renewal of areas in need of regeneration.
14. The Development Plan shall include an objective for provision of Travellers’ accommodation and the use of
particular areas for that purpose.
15. The Development Plan shall include an objective for preservation, improvement and extension of recreational
amenities.
16. The Development Plan shall include objectives for the control of establishments under the E.U. Major Accidents
Directive.
17. The Development Plan shall include an objective for provision of community services, including schools, crèches
and childcare facilities.
18. The Development Plan must include sufficient and suitable land zoned for residential use, or a mixture of
residential and other uses, to meet the requirements of the housing strategy and to ensure that a scarcity of such
land does not occur at any time during the lifetime of the Plan.
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19. The Plan must include clear policies and proposals for retail development in the County in accordance with the
Retail Planning Guidelines.
20. Kildare County Council must have regard to the Regional Planning Guidelines for the Greater Dublin Area.
21. The Plan must contain information on the likely significant effects on the environment of implementing the Plan.
2.0
Matters which may be included in the Development Plan
The Plan may include objectives on:
the location and pattern of development
control of areas and structures
community facilities
environment and amenities
infrastructure and transport
It is the duty of Kildare County Council to take such steps within its powers as may be necessary for securing the
objectives of the Development Plan.
The Development Plan must not include any objective which relies on another Local Authority to achieve it, except
after consultation with the other local authority.
Not later than two years after the making of the Development Plan the Manager must give a report to Members of
the Council on the progress achieved in securing the objectives of the Plan.
Not later than four years after the making of the Plan, Kildare County Council must give notice of its intention to
review the Plan and to prepare a new Development Plan.
NOTE: This Appendix does not purport to be a legal interpretation. For full details see Part II and the
First Schedule of the Planning and Development Act, 2000.
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Glossary of Terms
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Main Report
Glossary of Terms
ABP
An Bórd Pleanála
ACA
Architectural Conservation Area
BME
Ballymore Eustace
CBS
Christian Brothers School
CCTV
Closed Circuit Television
CDP
County Development Plan
CHP
Combined Heat & Power
CSO
Central Statistics Office
DMA
Dublin Metropolitan Area
DoEHLG
Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government
DTO
Dublin Transportation Authority
EPA
Environmental Protection Agency
EU
European Union
FAI
Football Association of Ireland
GDA
Greater Dublin Area
HGVs
Heavy Goods Vehicles
IAA
Irish Aviation Authority
IFPLUT
Integrated Framework Plan for Land Use & Transportation
ILD
Integrated Leisure Management
IPCC
Irish Peatland Conservation Council
KCC
Kildare County Council
LA
Local Authority
LAP
Local Area Plan
LOOR
Leinster Outer Orbital Route
MCC
Meath County Council
MTC
Major Town Centre
NHA
Natural Heritage Area
NRA
National Roads Authority
NSS
National Spatial Strategy
NTC
Naas Town Council
NTDP
Naas Town Development Plan
NUI
National University of Ireland
OPW
Office of Public Works
PPPs
Public Private Partnerships
R&D
Research & Development
RFC
Rugby Football Club
RPG
Regional Planning Guidelines
RPS
Record of Protected Structures
SAAO
Special Area Amenity Order
SAC
Special Areas of Conservation
SDCC
South Dublin County Council
SEA
Strategic Environment Assessment
SPA
Special Protection Area
SUDS
Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems
TPO
Tree Preservation Order
UCD
University College Dublin
VDS
Village Design Statement
VEC
Vocational Education Committee
WWTP
Waste Water Treatment Plant
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