Cavan County Development Plan 2022–2028 — Chapter 2

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   BE 01 BBT 01 BBT 02 BBT 03 BBT 04 BBT 05 BBT 06 BBT 07 BBT 08 BE 02 BE 03 BE 04 Core Strategy 97 Settlement Strategy in Bailieborough, 46% (375) are undertaken by workers living elsewhere in Cavan county and the remaining 16% (129) are undertaken by workers who commute to Bailieborough from outside the county. Although 53% of the resident workers in the town are employed elsewhere in the county, Bailieborough is the employment location for 504 workers from outside the town. The town is a net exporter of jobs (-298). Bailieborough Economic Policy Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Support the consolidation and growth of existing enterprises and the development of employment opportunities within the town. Facilitate the establishment of new enterprise and employment uses on lands identified for employment purposes. Ensure new enterprises shall demonstrate high quality architectural built form that contributes to a positive sense of space and distinctiveness. Support the growth of Bailieborough as a location of economic development potential of a self-sustaining town and support the existing Agri Food enterprise Lakeland Dairies located north east of Bailieborough town centre. 2.5.6 Tourism Bailieborough is one of the highest towns in Ireland, with several scenic lakes locally, and has potential as a tourism town. The town is in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, Fáilte Ireland’s marketing proposition for the county. There is a reasonable accommodation base locally with bednights available in a family run hotel (15 bedrooms) in the centre of the town and a small number of selfcatering properties in the vicinity. There is a culture of coarse and pike angling in the locality with good fishing available in Skeagh Lake and the Town Lake. Castle Lake Forest Demesne has seen considerable development in recent years. New trails, signage and a carpark have been developed and there are plans for the ongoing improvement of the visitor experience in the park. There are many historic features within the forest including a memorial to those who died at Rebel Hill in 1798, graves of the Marist brothers who occupied Bailieborough Castle and the remains of the 19th century Bailieborough Castle. Other walks available locally include the Town Lake walk, and Lough an Leagh, between Bailieborough and Kingscourt where panoramic views of the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed. Plans are in place to develop a community hub and tourism information point in Bailieborough Courthouse. Other activities available in the vicinity include Killinkere Pet Farm, Deerpark Forest in Virginia, and Dun a Ri Forest Park in nearby Kingscourt. Bailieborough Creative Hub is active in the town and supported by Cavan Arts Office, while the annual Bailieborough Poetry Festival, Mid Summer Festival and Saint Patrick’s Day parade takes place annually. There is a public swimming pool and leisure centre in Bailieborough. Bailieborough Tourism Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Support the provision of tourist accommodation in Bailieborough. Support the development of a tourism experience at Bailieborough Courthouse. Continue to encourage sustainable and suitable tourism related development. Harness the potential of the Castle Lake Forest Demesne for outdoor recreation. Support festivals and events that attract visitors and have the potential to create bed nights in the area. Engage with Fáilte Ireland and the Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands team to ensure maximum benefits for Bailieborough and East Cavan and support the delivery of tourist services. Work with the tourism industry locally to ensure a coordinated and collaborative approach for tourism signage, promotion and infrastructure. Engage with agencies and community groups in the area that support and contribute to tourism e.g. Fáilte Ireland, Coillte, Bailieborough Development Association, Inland Fisheries Ireland.

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   BSC 01 BSC 04 BSC 02 BSC 05 BSC 07 BSC 03 BSC 06 BSC 08 2.5.7 Sustainable Communities Bailieborough provides an attractive place to live, rich in natural beauty and amenity. Significant residential development in Bailieborough over the past has resulted in an increase in population. Opportunity exists to accommodate the future needs of the town in a consolidated fashion which will assist in the delivery of sustainable communities comprising of a mix of housing types, densities and tenure. An emphasis is therefore placed on building communities with a high standard of design, around the principles of place-making, green infrastructure, permeability and connectivity alongside the integration of community and recreational facilities. The development strategy for Bailieborough is to support new housing and population growth, consistent with the Core Strategy, facilitating compact growth together with providing a viable alternative to rural one-off housing within the surrounding countryside. Provision is made in the plan in accordance with RPO 3.7 of the RSES, for the development of serviced sites. The plan promotes the development of green infrastructure networks both within and outside the settlement. New development proposals will have to demonstrate how they contribute towards the creation of Green Infrastructure networks, in particular the development of green routes through the town with connections to the town centre. 2.5.8 Commercial and Retail Development Bailieborough has a high rate of vacancy for a town within the self-sustaining town category, but has a relatively large amount of convenience floorspace provided by a relatively small number of retailers. The town has a large number of independent retailers selling comparison goods. Proposals for additional commercial space should be mindful of the growing levels of vacancy in the town centre and the fact that Bailieborough has the highest level of retail vacancy in the county in 2016. New retail offering should be located in the town centre. The development plan also seeks to promote greater synergy between the town centre and the retail outlet adjoining link road. Bailieborough Sustainable Communities Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Provide for new residential development in accordance with the requirements of the Housing and Core Strategy. Require that an appropriate mix of housing type, tenure, density and size is provided in all new residential developments to meet the needs of the population of Bailieborough. Encourage the appropriate redevelopment of brownfield and infill sites for residential uses within the footprint of the existing built-up areas. Require proposals for new development to integrate with existing Green Infrastructure networks and contribute to the development and protection of overall Green Infrastructure assets. Support the provision of social and recreational amenities in Bailieborough to address gaps in these important Community facilities. Provide for the expansion and development of educational, social, community and recreational facilities in the settlements. Promote cycling and walking within the community through the implementation of a walking/ cycling strategy and improved walking/cycling infrastructure within the town and its hinterlands and at areas of interest and attractions. Support the provision of serviced sites on lands zoned for low density residential development. Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028 98 Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028

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   BCR 01 BCR 02 BCR 03 BCR 04 BCR 05 BCR 06 Bailieborough Commercial and Retail Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Sustain and enhance the retail and services offer of Bailieborough Town Centre in line with the County Retail Strategy. Support commercial opportunities within Bailieborough town centre which harnesses the potential of the town for economic growth and sustainability. Reinforce the centre of Bailieborough as the property location for new commercial and retail development, with emphasis on quality of design, positive contribution to the existing streetscape and protection of existing heritage landscapes. Support the provision of mixed-use developments in the town centre which create opportunities to live, work, shop etc. within the town and reduce the carbased travel. Encourage and facilitate the re-use and regeneration of derelict land and buildings for retail and other town centre uses with due cognisance to the Sequential Approach prescribed in the Retail Planning Guidelines 2012. Promote greater synergy and linkages between the town centre and the retail outlet located on the link road of the town. 2.5.9 Regeneration and Placemaking A number of key sites exist within the settlement which present the potential for physical and social regeneration with the support of private and public-sector expertise and investment, including NPF and European funding. In particular, the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund, operated by the Department of Rural and Community Development is available to support coordinated and integrated projects between government departments, state agencies, local authorities, other public bodies and communities, which will have an impact on sustainable economic and social development in rural area. Accordingly, the potential for better use of underutilised and vacant sites and buildings within the existing built-up footprint of Bailieborough to drive the delivery of quality housing, services and employment opportunities, in tandem with supporting social infrastructure is promoted. The redevelopment of town centre sites represents an opportunity to contribute to Bailieborough’s rejuvenation and revitalisation and contribute to the overall improvement of the public realm and visual amenity. Proposals for strategic brownfield and infill sites should be accompanied by a site brief that sets out a phased programme for the regeneration of the site and demonstrates how the proposal will comply with the National Guidelines that seek to achieve sustainable compact development and to integrate principles of good urban design and placemaking. Bailieborough provides the focus for a wide variety of activities that contribute to a sense of place and identity. The town plays an important economic, social and cultural role with the main priority of consolidation in the existing centre and support existing businesses and activities, in order to maintain vibrancy. Bailieborough Revitalisation Plan 2018 seeks to showcase how improvements can enhance Bailieborough as an attractive place in which to Core Strategy 99 Settlement Strategy

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   BRP 01 BRP 02 BRP 03 BRP 04 BRP 05 BRP 06 BRP 07 live, play, work and visit. It seeks to enhance and improve town and village functions both on a day to day basis, while also seeking to improve the long term socio economic, cultural and environmental benefits for residents, businesses, communities and visitors. The Bailieborough Revitalisation Plan 2018 includes proposals recommended at a county and town specific basis. There are a number of Bailieborough Specific Proposals incorporating the following themes: 1. Accessibility 2. Streetscape 3. Amenities and Services 4. Builtform 5. Initiatives and Events The Revitalisation Plan aims to enhance Bailieborough’s town centre, as an attractive place in which to live and work, to address economic and social decline. The holistic and inclusive approach undertaken identifies a wide range of projects throughout the entire county to be implemented over the short, medium and long term. It provides guidance on a suite of interventions that will have a transformative impact on the town of Bailieborough. To date, Bailieborough has benefited from a number of regeneration projects including the development of a trail around Castle Lake, Outdoor Education Facility at Town Lough and works to the car park, footpaths and public lighting in addition to a public space in the Courthouse. Funding in excess of €1.4 million has been announced under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund for the Bailieborough Courthouse and Community Hub, which will redevelop this building in the town centre as an economic, community and cultural hub that will include a visitor centre, museum, cultural and exhibition space. The Visitor Centre will tell the story of Bailieborough and the surrounding area and will be the first Plantation Museum in Ireland. The community space will provide for essential community services including remote working and youth facilities. 2.5.10 Bailieborough Masterplan A Masterplan has been completed to the rear of Main Street in Bailieborough (Appendix 24) lying between the Kingscourt and Shercock roads. This Masterplan seeks to create the attractive redevelopment of the area to the rear of Main Street Bailieborough and provide attractive linkages to the town centre. The Masterplan offers advice on design, landscape and permeability. Parking and safe and secure pedestrian and vehicular access to and from Main Street is the key priority for this Masterplan area. Bailieborough Regeneration and Placemaking Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Encourage the appropriate reuse and regeneration of derelict and underused premises and sites in Bailieborough town centre. Promote the regeneration of backland of Bailieborough in accordance with the completed Masterplan of the town in a sustainable manner. Continue to identify sites in poor state of repair or neglect under the Derelicts Sites Act and support their regeneration. Support the implementation of the Bailieborough Revitalisation Plan 2018. Ensure that the town centre is accessible to all members of the community, including people with mobility issues, the elderly and people with young children. Actively engage with the community, developers and other agencies to secure resources for the enhancement, renewal and regeneration of Bailieborough. Support the implementation of the Masterplan for the rear of Main St between the Kingscourt and Shercock Roads to ensure the orderly development of the area. Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028 100 Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028

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   2.5.11 Heritage The modern-day town of Bailieborough owes its origins to William Bailie, a Scottish Planter who was granted lands in East Breifne by James 1, King of England. In 1613, Bailie constructed a house for himself known as ‘Manor of Bailieburrow’. This house was situated in a demesne which is known today as Castle Lake Forest. Leading up to the 1798 rebellion, the castle grounds were used as training grounds for the rebels. Today, a memorial stands at the foot of “Rebel Hill” in the castle grounds. In 1626, the towns name was recorded as Bailieborough. In 1814, the estate was sold to William Young who had returned from travels and it is he who is responsible for the current design of the town, with the Main Street attributed to him. Francis Sheehy-Skeffington, pacifist and writer, was born in Bailieborough in 1878 and was ‘shot without order in 1916’. The natural heritage of Bailieborough includes the natural environment, biodiversity and green infrastructure. This heritage is an asset which can be promoted to present a positive image of the town. Castle Lake Loop Walk, begins and ends at the carpark on the lakeshore and takes you around the Castle Lake with some very fine views and interesting sites along the way, including a memorial to the 1798 rebellion. The longer loop adds 3km and takes one by the graves of the Marist Brothers who occupied Bailieborough Castle. The remains of the castle can be seen from the forest. The walk is a wonderful resource for both locals and visitors and many habitats and species are visible along the walk including woodland, bogland, wetland, Mallard, Great Crested Crebe, Sedges and Water Iris. The development of this walk has been a very positive project and very much connects people, local history and biodiversity. Further development and enhancement of this walk is supported. The 1800’s witnessed the very rapid development of the town and some very fine examples of architecture remain today including the Courthouse erected in 1817, the Bridewell Jail in 1833, and the Church of Ireland also in 1833. In 1893, the Roman Catholic Church was commenced and built in various stages, the stations of the cross were painted by Irish artist George Collie. The ACA includes all buildings on the Main Street, the Masonic Hall, and the Church of Ireland Church and should be read in conjunction with Bailieborough Town Revitalisation Plan. Figure 2.5.1 Bailieborough ACA Core Strategy 101 Settlement Strategy

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   BH 01 BH 02 BH 03 BH 04 BH 05 BH 06 BH 07 BH 08 BH 09 BH 10 BH 11 BH 12 BH 13 BH 14 Bailieborough Heritage Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Ensure that all plans/projects relating to the natural and built heritage within Bailieborough Town are subject to development objectives contained within Built and Natural Heritage Chapter of this plan. Protect, enhance, create and connect natural heritage, green spaces and high quality amenity spaces throughout Bailieborough for biodiversity and recreation whilst ensuring the design and operation of routes respond to the ecological protection and needs of each site. Continue to support the development and enhancement of the Castle Walk, connecting people, places and nature. Seek to preserve, protect and maintain trees of special amenity, conservation or landscape value in Bailieborough. Carry out and require planting of native trees, hedgerows and vegetation on all new developments. All planting should be pollinator friendly and in accordance with the All Ireland Pollinator Plan and Pollinator Guidelines for Communities contain in Appendix 23. Prohibit any development that would result in a significant deterioration of habitats or disturbance of species in Bailieborough. Protect the environmental quality of Bailieborough through the implementation of European, National and Regional policy and legislation relating to air quality, green-house gas emissions, climate change, light pollution, noise pollution and waste management. Conserve, protect and enhance the built heritage of Bailieborough including all Protected Structures and attendant grounds, Main Street ACA, Records of Monuments and Places in accordance with best conservation practice. Positively consider proposals to improve, alter, extend or change use of protected structures to accommodate for modern use, subject to suitably qualified conservation architects and other relevant experts, suitable design, materials and consultation methods. This should demonstrate that the structure, character, appearance and setting will not be adversely affected. Support the re-introduction of traditional features on protected structures of Main Street ACA particularly where there is evidence these features previously existed. Support schemes for the conservation and enhancement of the character and appearance of the traditional town core of Bailieborough. Ensure heritage assets which are the focus for heritage development in Bailieborough are appropriately managed and their special interest is conserved from potential adverse effects and that best practice in relation to the environmental management of tourism enterprises is adhered to. Ensure Archaeological assessment is carried out as required and promote preservation in situ of archaeological sites an /or features. Protect previously unknown archaeological sites and features, including underwater sites where they are discovered during development works. Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028 102 Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028

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   2.5.12 Map Based Specific Obje tives Map based specific objectives have been created for several areas within the Development Boundary. Refer to Bailieborough zoning map. 1. Protect and retain free from inappropriate development Bailieborough Lough, Town Lough and Castle Lough and the lake at St. Anne’s area and their surrounding amenity areas. The enhancement of the amenity value of these areas is encouraged. Promote and support links from these amenities to each other and to the town centre. 2. Promote the ‘Bailieborough Heritage Walking Trail’ in recognition of its architectural, cultural and historical importance to the town and as an important urban amenity with strong tourism value. 3. Protect the stone walls and amenity area along the Cavan Road. 4. Support the delivery of plans and proposals in the Bailieborough Revitalisation Plan 2018 5. Ensure development of this proposed residential lands facilitate access to adjacent Amenity and Open Space lands. 6. Support and facilitate the provision of youth facilities in Bailieborough town centre. 7. To ensure the provision of open space is provided in tandem with residential development at this location. 8. Support and facilitate the provision of community facilities in Bailieborough. Core Strategy 103 Settlement Strategy

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   2.6 Cootehill 2.6.1 Context Cootehill is located in the north east of the County and is identified in the Settlement Framework as a Self-Sustaining Town. Self-Sustaining Towns have high levels of population growth but require targeted ‘catch up’ investment to become more self-sustaining. 2.6.2 Town Character Located on the border with County Monaghan, Cootehill is on the junction of two regional roads the R188 and the R191. It is a planned town, built during the great Georgian era of urban development and it derives its name from the marriage of Thomas Coote and Frances Hill. The Town has a cruciform shape, characterised by the intersection of Bridge Street, Church Street, Market Street and Old Cavan Street. Cootehill possesses a wealth of Protected Structures, and items of heritage value including sites of both historical and archaeological importance. The town has retained its traditional and historic urban form. There has been some development of the back lands of Main Street properties, which has opened up the possibility for further development of this town core and would result in strengthening the viability and vitality of Cootehill. The town has seen significant growth and development with some very large housing developments and the construction of a number of business, industry and enterprise units. Historically Cootehill has experienced population growth seeing a 8.5% growth in the 2006 Census, a 12.2% growth in the 2011 Census and a fall in population of -12% in the 2016 Census. Table 2.6.1 Fact Table Position in Settlement Hierarchy Self-Sustaining Town 2016 Population 1853 2011 Population 2123 Percentage Change 2011-2016 -12% (-270) Housing Supply Target 2022-2028 203 Population Projection 2028 2335 Resident Workers 2016 700 Total Jobs 2016 902 Jobs-Workforce Ratio 2016 1.289 Education (2020/2021 Enrolment) Darley National School (103 pupils) St Michaels NS (261 pupils) Holy Family School (174 pupils) Drumlin House St Aidan’s Comprehensive secondary school (505 pupils) Childcare options Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028 104 Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028

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   CG 01 CPI 01 CPI 02 CG 02 CG 03 CG 04 CG 05 CG 06 2.6.3 Strategy and Vision Cootehill performs important retail, residential, service and amenity functions for local rural hinterlands as well as the towns urban population. Opportunity exists to increase the economic profile of the Town by zoning additional lands for employment use and by maximising its potential as a Self Sustaining Town. The Core Strategy set out in Chapter 1 of this Plan projects that the population of Cootehill Town will grow to 2,335 over this Plan period. This will be provided in town core, mixed use and brownfield sites of Cootehill. In addition, residential zoned land is being provided along with low density residential lands, which will provide an alternative to one off dwellings. In this settlement strategy, Cootehill is identified as a Self-Sustaining Town, that will be promoted in driving growth and economic development. It requires targeted levels of investment to become more self-sustaining. A focus on the Plan has also been to support the development and delivery of community and social infrastructure and opportunity lands for this use has been identified in the land use plan. Cootehill General Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Promote the development of Cootehill as a driver of economic growth and fulfil its role as a designated Self-Sustaining Town. Support the expansion of a range of services and facilities available to residents and the wider rural hinterland. Engage with the community and relevant stakeholders to promote and support the regeneration of Cootehill through identification of significant regeneration projects along with associated funding streams including Rural Regeneration and Development Fund. Provide for the creation of sustainable communities in Cootehill, by identifying sufficient land for new development, in particular housing, enterprise and employment, community, recreational and tourism uses. Continue to promote the tourism potential of Cootehill by supporting tourist related development and enhancement of existing amenities. Cootehill General Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Encourage and foster the creation of attractive, mixed use, sustainable communities that include a suitable mix of housing types and tenures with supporting facilities, amenities and services that meet the needs of the entire community and accord with the principles of universal design and Age Friendly standards. 2.6.4 Physical Infrastructure Cootehill is served by an existing wastewater treatment plant which has a project underway to upgrade its plant. Water supply is from Coragh Lough. Green infrastructure is essential to delivering the Town’s economic competitiveness, improved quality of life and improved social inclusion. Increased development pressure will inevitably lead to an increase in traffic levels. It is essential that traffic is managed so as to minimise future congestion. This plan aims to achieve a more balanced and sustainable pattern of movement in Cootehill and undertake to facilitate the provision of a greater choice of transport modes. Enhancing permeability and connectivity between the town centre and surrounding residential areas is a priority of this Plan. It is therefore an objective to identify any improvements to pedestrian and cycling infrastructure that would encourage walking and cycling within and between spaces in the town. Cootehill Physical Infrastructure Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Support the investment in water and waste water infrastructure facilities serving Cootehill in order to ensure the continued sustainable development of the Town. Support improvements in the pedestrian and cycling infrastructure in the town that will improve connectivity and permeability and promote more sustainable modes of transport. Core Strategy 105 Settlement Strategy

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    CPI 03 CPI 04 CED 01 CED 02 CED 03 Cootehill Physical Infrastructure Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Support and facilitate essential public road infrastructure for Cootehill including appraisal of bypass roads/ relief routes for the town, and where necessary, reserve the corridors of any such proposed routes free of development, which would interfere with the provision of such proposals. Commence the preparation of a Local Transport Plan for Cootehill in conjunction with the National Transport Authority (NTA) and other relevant stakeholders within the lifetime of the adopted County Development Plan. 2.6.5 Economic Development According to the Census in 2016, there were 1853 people living in Cootehill. The largest industries are professional services followed by manufacturing and then commerce and trade. There are 1062 people residing in Cootehill who are classed as “ At Work”, at total of 41% (432) are employed in Cootehill, 19% (207) are employed elsewhere in Cavan, 25% (261) commute out of the county for employment and the remaining 15%(162) are either mobile workers or have a blank or uncodable address. In 2016 there was a total of 1402 jobs in Cootehill, which accounts for 6.8% of all jobs based in the County. 31% (432) are undertaken by local residents living in Cootehill, 40% (557) are undertaken by workers living elsewhere in the county and the remaining 27% (380) are undertaken by workers who commute to Cootehill from outside the county. Although 44% of the resident workers in Cootehill are employed elsewhere, Cootehill is the employment destination of 937 workers from outside the town. The town is a net importer of jobs (+340). There has been some development of the back lands of Main Street properties, that has opened up the possibility for further development of this town core, which would result in strengthening the viability and vitality of Cootehill. The town has seen significant growth and development with some large housing developments and the construction of a number of business, industry and enterprise units. There are a number of large employment providers within the town including Abbott Ireland and Abcon Industrial Ltd. The town has significant potential for economic development and employment provision with a number of vacant business and industrial units in the town and the “Enterprise Technology Centre Hub” located on Station Road. Funding of over €850,000 was allocated by the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund for Cootehill Industrial Estate Cootehill Cavan. This project involves the construction of an access road and services into an underdeveloped industrial estate in Cootehill to allow its future expansion. It includes the construction of a roadway, and provision of electricity, water, gas, lighting and broadband. Cootehill is situated on the border between Cavan and Monaghan and is the primary industrial location on that border. This project will significantly contribute to the development of businesses in the area creating employment opportunities and enhancing the attractiveness of the area as a place to live. Cootehill Economic Development Objectives It is a development objective of Cavan County Council to: Support the consolidation and growth of existing enterprises and the development of employment opportunities within the town. Facilitate the establishment of new enterprise and employment uses on lands identified for employment purposes. New enterprises shall demonstrate high quality architectural built form that contributes to a positive sense of space and distinctiveness. 2.6.6 Tourism Cootehill is located near the Cavan – Monaghan border in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, Fáilte Ireland’s marketing proposition for the county. There is a good accommodation base locally with bednights available in the local four-star hotel and several guesthouses and self-catering proprieties in the town. Rich in history, there is a heritage trail highlighting points of interest in the town. There is a culture of coarse and pike angling in the locality with excellent fishing available in the many waterways surrounding the town. The Cootehill Championship Fishing Festival is an annual event attracting over 100 anglers to the town for five days in September. Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028 106 Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028

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