County Donegal Development Plan 2024–2030 (As Varied)

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 479 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan amalgamation and extension of existing properties and where appropriate the creation of new infill urban housing schemes. Certain uses (e.g. takeaways and bookmakers) can negatively impact on the liveability and visual attractiveness of the town centre if not carefully managed. Consequently GEN-TC-P-4 seeks to avoid the over concentration of such uses and other ensure that they do not impact on residential and visual amenities of the area. In order to ensure that the town centre continues to function as the retailing, hospitality, service and cultural centre of Finn Valley hinterland it is important that the plan supports a wide variety of retail convenience and comparison retailing, day and night time hospitability, professional services and cultural developments. In addition in accordance with best practice urban design and placemaking it is considered that new town centre development in Ballybofey/Stranorlar should provide for: buildings of a high architectural quality which contribute to a sense of place, quality public realm, a generally fine grain of development, a strong streetscape/sense of enclosure (including adhering to/extending established buildings lines and providing 2 no. storey developments on street frontages), promote active frontages, and respects the scale, design and character of the adjoining streetscape. In this regard it is considered that the urban design policies contained in Policy TV-P-4 provide an appropriate urban design policy framework to guide developments within Ballybofey/Stranorlar town centre. Furthermore, in order to ensure a more accessible and pedestrian friendly and visually attractive urban environment it is important that new development is sited and designed in a manner which priorities pedestrian and cycling access and reduces the physical and visual dominance of vehicles and Policy GEN-T-P-3 will assist in achieving this aim. From a heritage perspective the town Centres of Ballybofey and Stranorlar benefit from several buildings on the Record of Protected Structures (e.g. St Mary’s Church, Reformed Presbyterian Church, Presbyterian Manse , Stranorlar Church Ballybofey Bridge, Allied Irish Bank, and Market House) and several other buildings on the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. They also retain much of their original character with a strong streetscape and many buildings of a traditional design (e.g. 2 storey gable ended pitched roof design, a vertical emphasis to fenestration, a narrow plot width and generally a fine grain of development). Collectively, these built heritage assets create a sense of place and identity for the Ballybofey/Stranorlar and therefore require protection and, where appropriate, sensitive reuse and redevelopment. In this regard the Built and Architectural Heritage Policies of the wider development plan provide a suitable framework for the protection, and, where appropriate, the sensitive reuse and redevelopment, of structures on the RPS, NIAH and other vernacular architecture within the Twin Towns. Urban Regeneration and Town Centre Development related objectives and policies are set out in Section 14.4.4 and below. Note: The town centre of Ballybofey/Stranorlar has been zoned as Urban Core in the accompanying land use zoning map. Objectives BS-TC-0-1 Sustain and enhance the town centre’s role as the retail, hospitality, tourism and cultural hub of the Finn Valley. BS-TC-O-2 Fully implement the SEED Project including the provision of a new Civic Square, restoration/extension of the Old Ritz cinema, and provision of a new 2 no. storey replacement car park with associated enhanced pedestrian link. BS-TC-0-3 Implement projects which achieve the placemaking objectives and principles set out in the Ballybofey/Stranorlar Regeneration Strategy and Action Plan in consultation with all key stakeholders and subject to resource availability.

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 480 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan Policy BS-TC-P-1 • Facilitate and support appropriate development proposals/projects which accord with the district level placemaking objectives and principles set out in Section 5.0 of the Ballybofey/Stranorlar Regeneration and Action Plan including suitable alternatives to the proposals identified in said strategy, subject to compliance with national flood policies and the flood policies of this Plan. • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders and funding agencies to achieve said placemaking objectives. • Ensure that all development proposals do not hinder the achievement of/are not contrary to the abovementioned District Level placemaking objectives and principles. 19.10 Recreation, Community and Natural Heritage The creation of a liveable, healthy, and sustainable environment which provides a high quality of life to residents, attracts visitors, and protects and enhances biodiversity is crucial to Ballybofey/Stranorlar’s future success. The Twin Towns already command a niche role as Donegal’s primary sporting centre being home to the MacCumhaill Park (the County’s GAA stadium) and Finn Park the home of Finn Harps Football Club. The Finn Valley Leisure Centre and adjoining Finn Valley Athletic Club contains a swimming pool, gym and full athletics track and provide an invaluable recreational asset for the urban and wider area. In addition, the Ballybofey Golf Club and local football clubs provide important local sporting amenities. In this regard Opp. Site 3 and the associated Policy BS-RCNH-P-10 provides for the expansion of the Golf Club. Moving forward the Donegal Community Stadium Project will provide a modern fully enclosed, stadium with a capacity of 6,130 and feature two covered seated stands, two covered terraces (suitable for future seating) as well as state of the art dressing rooms, clubrooms and corporate facilities in an accessible location which will act as the new home for Finn Harp’s Senior and underage teams. The project is being funded by Government’s Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund, the FAI, and Donegal County Council, and will significantly enhance Ballybofey/Stranorlar’s sporting and recreational offering. In addition, the Council is also progressing the important Stranorlar Multi-Use Sports Facility Project to the south of railway road (including multi-purpose all weather sports pitch, grassed walking/running track, and runoff area) which will considerably enhance the overall sporting and community infrastructure of the twin towns and the site for same has accordingly been zoned Open Space and Recreation. In addition the area to the south of the Finn Valley Centre and the Donegal Community Stadium has been zoned as Open Space and Recreation which will facilitate additional playing pitches or other recreational uses subject to compliance with the Habitat Directive and Flood Risk Management guidelines. Opportunity Site 5 (adjoining the Base) will also provide a suitable location for additional sports/recreational or community facilities or housing. Furthermore, Policy BS-RCNH-P-9 recognises the need for, and supports the provision of, additional parking facilities for the Finn Valley Centre to cater for both buses and separately additional general parking demand during special events. The Drumboe Woods and Environs area provides a unique, picturesque, and accessible recreational and natural heritage asset within walking and cycling distance of Ballybofey/Stranorlar’s urban core. The area includes broadleaf, mixed and coniferous woodlands, agricultural pasture lands, nature trails, and the remains of Drumboe Castle and Drumboe Martyrs Site and more elevated visually vulnerable lands.

3. Page 483

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 481 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan Figure 19.7: Drumboe Castle and Environs Masterplan Area The 2018 Seven Strategic Town Local Area Plan zoned Drumboe Woods as Recreational and Amenity and set out a detailed localised master plan for Drumboe Castle/Castle Gardens and Drumboe Cemetery area which reserves areas active and passive open space, recreational, amenity and a graveyard extension, provides for new walkways, and protects Drumboe Castle/stables and adjacent areas, and heavily wooded areas. In addition, Part 8 approval (Part 8 PG 19/03 refers) has also been granted for a significant community/recreational/sports facility on the Castle Gardens including public park, playground, walkway, pedestrian crossing carpark, and a multi-use pitch. The Drumboe and Environs Feasibility Study commissioned by BASICC in conjunction with the Council identifies key priorities and options for the sustainable development of a wide area extending from Drumboe Woods to Creggan Woods. The study identified recreational space, environmental focus, exercise opportunities and food/beverage offerings as key priorities for the area from public consultation and highlighted several recreational/tourism related economic opportunities. It sets out a sitewide strategy including: establishing biodiversity corridors, restoring habitats, a network of entrances and linkages, creating convenient car parks, celebrating/utilising heritage assets, managing biodiversity threats, protecting what already exists, connecting with the town, and extending the area’s recreational offering. The study In particular it also identifies site specific opportunities for: • Area 1: Drumboe Woods including a new footbridge across the River Finn, a new greenway standard pathway linking Drumboe Woods Abbey Woods, Holy Well Woods and Creggan Woods, a new non-denominational graveyard, the re-use of existing Drumboe Castle stables as an equestrian centre, and a Donegal Nature Centre for the Castle Gardens area. • Area 2: Abbey Woods and the Holy Well Woods: including a staircase from Drumboe Avenue to Drumboe Abbey, a green bridge across the TEN-T strategic road, a Barnes Mor View walk and native woodland extensions. • Area 3: Creggan Woods and Ironworks: A forest adventure hub including mountain biking trails, ziplining, archery, glamping, kayaking, and parking infrastructure.

4. Page 484

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 482 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan Figure 19.8: Drumboe Woods and Environs Feasibility Study Area (left) and associated proposal for the Castle Gardens Area (right) It is considered that the abovementioned Feasibility Study, an Open Space and Recreation zoning for Drumboe Woods, and the localised masterplan for Drumboe Castle and Environs (and associated policy requirements) provide a suitable and broadly complimentary planning framework for the sustainable development of the Drumboe Woods and Environs areas based on the principles of protecting the existing natural, historic and community assets, conserving and enhancing biodiversity, and facilitating new recreational/tourism infrastructure and amenities at appropriate locations. However, T-O-1A of the wider development plan requires that the TEN-T PRIPD Strategic Roads Project will take precedence over all other projects. In addition, flexibility may be required in relation to certain opportunities (e.g. the location of a new pedestrian bridge over the River Finn to Drumboe woods). Consequently, this plan: • Zones Drumboe Woods as Open Space and Recreation. • Facilitate development proposals which accord the site-specific opportunities identified in the Drumboe Wood and Environs Feasibility Study. (Policy BS-RCNH-P-4 refers) • Otherwise require development proposals to be consistent with the Drumboe Castle and Environs Masterplan and associated specific policy requirements. (Policy BS-RCNH-P-5 refers) As identified in the Regeneration Strategy and Action Plan there is also significant potential to develop a central urban public park on lands adjoining the Ballybofey Shopping Arcade and Aldi which would provide a central, accessible, passive and active public amenity space connected to wider green infrastructure linkages for residents and visitors alike. Consequently, this proposal is specifically supported in the relevant Urban Regeneration and Town Centre section. Figure 19.9: Conceptual Proposal for Pentland Public Park within District 5 of the Regeneration Strategy and Action Plan.

5. Page 485

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 483 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan The River Finn Corridor sinuously traverses the urban area of Ballybofey/Stranorlar from west to east. In many parts the banks are wooded which significantly adds to their visual character and recreational potential. The existing riverside trails within Drumboe Woods and the new riverside walk from N15 bridge to the western side of MacCumhaill Park demonstrates the recreational value of such infrastructure. Consequently, as highlighted in the Regeneration Strategy and Action Plan (and provided in previous Local Area Plans) there is a significant opportunity to provide new riverside walks and adjoining parkland areas along the River Finn corridor subject to Appropriate Assessment vis-à- vis impact on the River Finn SAC. The development of such green infrastructure is therefore explicitly provided for in plan through both policy and zonings. Significant sections of both the Stranorlar to Killygordon and the Donegal Town to Stranorlar historic railway corridors remain intact and undeveloped within the plan area and also adjoin existing residential developments (e.g. Woodlawn and the Beeches). In many places these corridors are flanked by mature trees or traverse the River Finn Corridor which considerably adds to their visual, recreational and tourism value. The blockage of certain sections of said lines by development since their closure demonstrates the need for robust policy safeguards to prevent further loss. Consequently, these corridors have enormous potential as future recreational and tourism linkages. As such Policy BS-RCNH-P-8 provides for the reuse and redevelopment of these corridors for said uses, requires the provision of appropriate parking and access infrastructure at the end points of such corridors to facilitate such use and also protect the existing lines of mature trees along said corridors. In terms of Primary Education facilities, the twin towns recently benefitted from the completion of the new St Mary’s NS on Millbrae consisting of a 24 classroom school, ballcourts and associated play space which caters for 497 pupils (2022/23). Sessiagh O’Neill National School currently caters for 152 pupils (2022/23), recently added a new extension containing a mainstream classroom and learning support room and does not currently require additional facilities. Robertson NS has 94 pupils, and a school extension of 1 classroom, two offices and two Special Education Rooms was completed in 2022. The school has applied for funding for additional accommodation including a mainstream classroom (to replace an onsite prefab), a general-purpose room/PE hall and a homeschool teacher office. The provision of said additional accommodation would necessitate the relocation of the existing ball courts and play area and therefore suitable lands to the north east of the school have been zoned Community Infrastructure to facilitate same. In terms of secondary education the town boasts the modern Finn Valley College Campus and a project to improve and expand facilities at St Columba’s college, inclusive of 8 no. general classrooms, 18. No. specialist classrooms, a multi-use hall and special needs education suite, and new pedestrian infrastructure on Drumboe Avenue to provide a total capacity of 1,000 students and students is ongoing. Consultations with the Department of Education regarding future pupil enrolments projections does not indicate the need for new primary or secondary schools in Ballybofey/Stranorlar over the lifetime of the plan. Nevertheless, recent inward migration may generate a need to expand existing education facilities which will be positively facilitated in accordance with the education policies of the wider development plan (See Section). In addition, it considered prudent to facilitate new education facilities on Opportunity Site 2 to cater for any future educational demands including 3rd level or further education facilities. In addition, St Joseph’s Community hospital provides important community health services for older people and future expansion of same is facilitated by the Opp. Site 6 zoning and Policy BS-RCNH-P- 10. Consultations with the Donegal Childcare Committee indicates that there is a significant shortfall in available ECCE places in existing childcare providers consequently there may be demand for new purpose-built childcare facilities within Ballybofey/Stranorlar during the lifetime of the plan. As such new standalone childcare facilities will be facilitated at sustainable locations within the plan area and may be required in tandem with any new large-scale residential development in accordance with the Childcare policies of the wider development plan and government childcare guidelines. Ballybofey/Stranorlar benefits from rich natural heritage assets including: the River Finn Special Area of Conservation/the River Finn Corridor, the Drumboe Woods, and Environs Area, Lough Alaan,

6. Page 486

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 484 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan Dunwiley Woods, treelined historic Railway Corridors and a biodiversity rich rural hinterland including pockets of deciduous woodland, mature field boundaries/hedgerows, water courses and associated aquatic habitats. The River Finn Special Area of Conservation (SAC) is host to a number of Annex 1 habitats and Annex II species including the Atlantic Salmon and the Otter which are likely to be found within the plan area. The SAC site synopsis specifically notes that The River Finn is one’s of Ireland’s premier salmon waters and is important in an international context in having a stable spring salmon population. It also notes that Otter is widespread thought the system and its habitat includes wet grassland and marsh dominated by rushes. The River Finn SAC and the abovementioned qualifying interests will be protected through the application of Policy BIO-P-1 of the wider development plan which requires all development proposals to comply with the requirements of the habitats directive including undertaking Appropriate Assessment as necessary and by the zoning framework of this LAP which precludes significant development within the SAC. The environmental amenities of the Drumboe Woods and Environs will be protected and sustainably developed as detailed above. Other key areas of Natural Heritage such as Dunwiley woods, and part of the River Finn Corridor have also been zoned Open Space and Recreation whose zoning objective precludes significant development. Policy BS-RCNH-P-8 below specifically protects existing mature trees along the Railway Corridors. Finally, the natural heritage in the rural hinterland of Ballybofey/Stranorlar will be afforded significant protection by zoning said area as Local Environment whose zoning objective restricts development to limited one off housing and small scale economic development. Objectives BS-RCNH-O-1 To support and strengthen Ballybofey/Stranorlar as a sporting centre of excellence including the completion of the Donegal Community Stadium, and the Stranorlar Multi-Use sports facility BS-RCNH-O-3 To protect, enhance, and, where appropriate, sustainably develop key natural heritage assets in Ballybofey/Stranorlar including: Drumboe Woods and Environs area, the River Finn Corridor and areas of rural local environment within the hinterland of Ballybofey/Stranorlar. BS-RCNH-O-4 To collaborate with the Ballybofey and Stranorlar Co-op Livestock Mart in their identification of a suitable alternative location. Policies BS-RCNH-P-1 Facilitate development proposals which accord with the proposals in the Drumboe Wood and Environs Feasibility Study including: a) The site specific opportunities identified in said study. b) The entrance and linkages identified therein. BS-RCNH-P-2 Facilitate development proposals within the Drumboe Castle and Environs Masterplan Area (See Figure 16.10 refers) in accordance with the following planning criteria: 1. Castle Gardens Facilitate proposals for biodiversity enhancement, passive and active recreational use and/or interpretative facilities which accord with the Options for this area in the Drumboe Woods and Environs Feasibility or similar alternative proposals.

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 485 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan 2. Active Open Space, Recreation, Amenity and Tourism Zoning Facilitate active recreational, amenity and tourism related developments proposals including outdoor pursuit centre, bike hire, walkway, cycleway, picnic areas, and ancillary small-scale retail development (e.g. café, craft shop, fishing tackle), which: • Respect the character of the area and does not detract from the unique recreational, historical, cultural, and social value of the area. • Can be sensitively integrated into the host landscape. • Are of the highest architectural quality particularly having regard to scale and the quality of materials. • Retain and incorporate existing site boundaries save where it is necessary to remove same for traffic safety/access reasons and include a detailed landscaping scheme. • Include a detailed landscaping scheme. 3. Passive Open Space, Recreation, Amenity And Tourism Zoning Facilitate passive recreational developments including walkways, seating, and signage, which do not compromise the character of the area. 4. Historical and Cultural Heritage Area Zoning Safeguard the existing built, archaeological, and cultural heritage of this area in accordance with the built and archaeological policies of the wider development plan. 5. Graveyard and Graveyard Extension Zoning Protect the use of this land as an existing graveyard and provide for a graveyard extension. 6. Heavily Wooded Zone Safeguard the existing woodland and facilitate limited proposals for passive recreational use. 7. Established Development Zone Conserve and enhance the quality and character of these established areas and ensure the protection of residential amenity therein. 8. Walkways/Cycleways a) Protect and enhance existing walkways/cycleways. b) Reserve the identified routes for, and facilitate the development of new, walkways/cycleways. 9. Individual Trees, Field Boundaries Historic and Stone Walls Protect the individual tree, field boundaries, historic walls and stone walls identified on the masterplan map save where a justifiable case is provided for their removal. 10. Roads Ensure that any road improvements are or a sensitive/subtle design and retain the character and amenity value of the area. BS-RCNH-P-3 Positively support and facilitate the provision of a central urban public park on the lands to the east of the Ballybofey shopping Arcade which: • Provides high quality, age and disabled friendly and socially inclusive active and passive recreational infrastructure, playground, hard and soft landscaping and planting, a suitable performance space and a community garden. • Incorporates pollinator friendly and biodiversity areas and nature based water management solutions. BS-RCNH-P-4 Support and facilitate the development of high quality, age and disabled friendly and environmentally sensitive riverside/lakeside recreational walks (including those identified within the Ballybofey/Stranorlar Regeneration Strategy and

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 486 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan Action Plan) which maximise the retention of existing environmental features subject to the requirements of the EU Habitats Directive. BS-RCNH-P-5 a. Support and facilitate the reuse/development of historic railway corridors in the plan area as recreational and/or tourism linkages/greenways. b. Require such proposals to provide appropriate access and parking infrastructure at start/end points of said corridors or demonstrate that such infrastructure is already available within close proximity to said points. c. Protect the existing lines of mature trees along the route of historic railway corridors save where their removal is essential for the re-use of the corridors as recreational/tourism/active transport infrastructure. BS-RCNH-P-6 Facilitate proposals for additional parking facilities to cater for buses serving the Finn Valley Complex. BS-RCNH-P-7 Facilitation the future expansion of Ballybofey/Stranorlar Golf Club and/or St Joseph’s community Hospital on Opp. Site 6 BS-RCNH-P-8 Ensure that any development proposal on the Community Infrastructure Zoning adjoining Robertson National School be accompanied by a detailed site-specific flood risk assessment, only provides for water compatible ancillary educational infrastructure (e.g. outdoor sports and recreational facilities) and does not otherwise exacerbate flood risk on the site or elsewhere. BS-RCNH-P-9 Ensure that any future development to the west of St Joseph’s Hospital provides adequate protections for the residential amenities of the hospital including detailed landscaping/planting proposals as necessary. BS-RCNH-P- 10 Not to permit any development within a 10m safety buffer of the boundary of the Ballybofey/Stranorlar Golf Club. 19.11 Opportunity Sites A number of Opportunity Sites have been identified which collectively can fulfil a variety of development roles including Business/Enterprise development, bulky retail, multiple residential development, expansion of St Joseph’s Community Hospital or Ballybofey and Stranorlar Golf Club and sports/recreation or community development. Site specific policies for these Opportunity Sites are Detailed below. In addition, an indicative Masterplan for Opp. Site 1 is set out below to guide its development.

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   County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 487 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan BS-OPP-P-1 (OPP Site 1) Facilitate business/enterprise (including light engineering/manufacturing, logistics/warehousing, service-based enterprises) and multiple residential development proposals on Opp. Site 1 which accord with the Opp. Site 1 indicative Masterplan and: • Do not prejudice the delivery, strategic functionality, road safety, and carrying capacity of, the Section 1 TEN-T PRIPD link road. In this regard any multimodal access enabling permeability across and to Opp Site 1 shall be plan led, via a single strategic access point onto said link road located and designed in strict agreement of Donegal County Council and in consultation with TII and also be in accordance the Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines (DoECLG 2012) where national roads are impacted. • Facilitate, in conjunction with the aforementioned the provision of safe, quality, and direct local transport links including, public and private vehicular, pedestrian and cycling infrastructure between the Section 1 TEN-T PRIPD Link road and the Glenfinn Road. • Provide for a high-quality active travel friendly design/layout within any retail or service based enterprises which creates strong building frontages along adjoining access roads and priorities pedestrian/cycling access. • Ensure the protection of residential amenity within existing and future residential areas including the provision of a densely-planted environmental buffer along the eastern boundary of the adjoining Blue Cedars estate. • Retain and integrate existing environmental features/mature field boundaries where feasible.

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    County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030 (As Varied) 488 Chapter 19 Ballybofey/Stranorlar Area Plan • Do not prejudice the achievement of BS-TC-O-1 to sustain and enhance the town centre’s role as the retail, hospitality, tourism and cultural hub of the Finn Valley. BS-OPP-P-2 (Opp Site 2) Facilitate business/enterprise proposals (including light engineering/manufacturing, logistics/warehousing, service based enterprises) multiple residential development and education proposals on Opp Site 2 which: • Provide for a developer led high quality, safe, attractive, and direct local transport link including road, pedestrian and cycling infrastructure and designed in consultation with the DCC Road Design Section between the Donegal Road and the Trusk Road. • Provide for development led high quality, safe, attractive, direct local transport link including road, pedestrian and cycling connectivity between Opp. Site 2 and the undeveloped lands to the south west. • Ensure the protection of residential amenity of the adjoining residential areas including the provision of a densely-planted environmental 10m buffer between commercial developments and adjoining residential areas. • Retain and integrate existing environmental features/mature field boundaries where feasible. • Do not prejudice the achievement of BS-TC-O-1 to sustain and enhance the town centre’s role as the retail, hospitality, tourism and cultural hub of the Finn Valley. BS-OPP-P-3 (Opp Site 3) Facilitate the expansion of the adjacent golf course or hospital facilities on Opportunity Site 3 which: • Provide access onto the Lifford Road by means of the existing vehicular accesses points detailed on the Zoning Map. • Ensure the protection of the environmental and residential amenities of the adjoining uses including the provision of environmental buffers (minimum 10m) with suitable landscaping/planting between commercial developments and adjoining residential properties/the Ballybofey and Stranorlar Golf Course/St Joseph’s Community hospital. BS-OPP-P-4 (Opp Site 4) a) Facilitate proposals for the re-development of the existing mart site including multiple residential development or business/enterprise (including light engineering/manufacturing, logistics/warehousing, service-based enterprises but excluding bulky retail) on Opportunity Site 4. b) Ensure that any residential development on Opp Site 4 is setback a minimum of 100m from the Ballybofey/Stranorlar Wastewater Treatment Plant. BS-OPP-P-5 (Opp Site 5) Facilitate proposals for multiple residential development, sports/recreational or community facilities on Opportunity Site 5. BS-OPP-P-6 (Opp Site 6) Facilitate proposals for a mix of multiple residential development, business/enterprise (including commercial or light industry) and/or community facilities on Opportunity Site 6. The layout of any proposed development shall ensure the developability of the remainder of the site. BS-OPP-P-7 (Opp Site 7) Facilitate multiple residential development proposals on Opportunity Site 7

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