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Dublin City Development Plan 2022–2028 – Volume 1: Written Statement (as varied by Variations Nos. 1–11)
The council's development plan written statement: its strategy, policies, objectives and development standards.
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- Built Heritage and Archaeology | Chapter 11 371 For clarity, the development plan map of Monuments and Places listed on the statutory Record of Monuments and Places (RMP), as established under Section 12 of the National Monuments (Amendment) Act, 1994, is based on the statutory RMP map (1994). Development proposals for sites listed in the Record of Monuments and Places (RMP) as established under Section 12 of the National Monuments (Amendment) Act, 1994, should be subject to pre-planning discussion and applications accompanied by an archaeological assessment. The planning authority may apply conditions relating to archaeology to individual permissions. These requirements are carried out on behalf of a prospective developer by an archaeologist and funded by the developer. Under the planning system, many minor works do not require planning permission (exempted development). However, if the type of works proposed affect a National Monument or a site included in the RMP, then the owner or occupier undertaking the works must comply with the notification requirements under the National Monuments Acts. For National Monuments in the ownership or guardianship of the Minister or a local authority, or which are subject to a preservation order, the prior written consent of the Minister is required for any interference with the monument, under section 14 of the National Monuments Act 1930 (as amended). Shipwrecks over 100 years old and archaeological objects found underwater are protected under the National Monuments (Amendment) Acts 1987 and 1994. The Shipwreck Inventory of Ireland includes all known wrecks for the years up to and including 1945. The policies and objectives below are intended to identify, preserve, conserve, raise awareness of, and provide access to Dublin City’s rich archaeological legacy. It is the Policy of Dublin City Council: BHA26 Archaeological Heritage 1. To protect and preserve Monuments and Places listed on the statutory Record of Monuments and Places (RMP) as established under Section 12 of the National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994 which have been identified in the Record of Monuments and Places and the Historic Environment Viewer (www.archaeology.ie) and all wrecks over 100 years old including those in the Shipwreck Inventory of Ireland. 2. To protect archaeological material in situ by ensuring that only minimal impact on archaeological layers is allowed, by way of re-use of standing buildings, the construction of light buildings, low impact foundation design, or the omission of basements (except in exceptional circumstances) in the Monuments and Places listed on the statutory Record of Monuments and Places (RMP) as established under Section 12 of the National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994.
- Built Heritage and Archaeology | Chapter 11 372 It is the Policy of Dublin City Council: BHA26 3. To seek the preservation in situ (or where this is not possible or appropriate, as a minimum, preservation by record) of all archaeological monuments included in the Record of Monuments and Places; all wrecks and associated objects over 100 years old and of previously unknown sites, features and objects of archaeological interest that become revealed through development activity. In respect of decision making on development proposals affecting sites listed in the Record of Monuments and Places, the council will have regard to the advice and/or recommendations of the Department of Housing, Heritage and Local Government. 4. Development proposals within the Record of Monuments and Places (RMP) as established under Section 12 of the National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994, notification of sites over 0.5 hectares size with potential underwater impacts and of sites listed in the Dublin City Industrial Heritage Record, will be subject to consultation with the City Archaeologist and archaeological assessment prior to a planning application being lodged. 5. To preserve known burial grounds and disused historic graveyards. Where disturbance of ancient or historic human remains is unavoidable, they will be excavated according to best archaeological practice and reburied or permanently curated. 6. Preserve the character, setting, and amenity of upstanding and below ground town wall defences. 7. Development proposals in marine, lacustrine and riverine environments and areas of reclaimed land, shall have regard to the Shipwreck Inventory maintained by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and be subject to an appropriate level of archaeological assessment. 8. To have regard to national policy documents and guidelines relating to archaeology and to best practice guidance published by the Heritage Council, the Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland and Transport Infrastructure Ireland.
- Built Heritage and Archaeology | Chapter 11 373 It is an Objective of Dublin City Council: BHAO10 Conservation Plans To prepare and implement conservation plans for National Monuments and Recorded Monuments in Dublin City Council ownership. BHAO11 Dublin City Archaeological Archive To maintain, develop and promote the Dublin City Archaeological Archive (DCAA) at Pearse Street Library and Archives. BHAO12 Findings of Licenced Archaeological Activity To ensure the public dissemination of the findings of licenced archaeological activity in Dublin through the Dublin County Archaeological GIS, publications and public lectures, and to promote awareness of, and access to, the city’s archaeological inheritance and foster high quality public archaeology. BHAO13 Management Plan To develop a long-term management plan to promote the conservation, management and interpretation of archaeological sites and monuments, and to identify areas for strategic research. BHAO14 Viking Dublin To promote an awareness of the international significance of Viking Dublin. To support the Viking York Axis Project, the Destination Viking Network, and the Dublin Festival of History Viking Seminar; to explore the feasibility of a research excavation in Viking Dublin; to support post-excavation research into the Wood Quay excavations 1962-81; to record and map the survival of waterlogged Viking Age and medieval archaeological stratigraphy. BHAO15 Civic Museum To develop a strategy for improving public access to the former Civic Museum collection, and for curation of other collections of civic interest and importance, including collaboration with other cultural bodies. BHAO16 City Wall and City Defences To continue to preserve, and enhance the surviving section of the City Wall and City Defences - a National Monument, according to the recommendations of the City Walls Conservation Plan (2005) - with reference to the National Policy on Town Defences (2008).
- Built Heritage and Archaeology | Chapter 11 374 It is an Objective of Dublin City Council: BHAO17 Tourism Promote tourism in the medieval and historic core of the city, drawing on its archaeological and industrial heritage to create a strong an authentic sense of place, and to support educational and historical tours of sites in the city. BHAO18 OPW Heritage Sites and Assets Work proactively with the OPW to promote and improve the visitor experience and interpretation of their heritage sites and assets within Dublin City area. BHAO19 Built Heritage and Archaeology To provide for the protection, preservation and promotion of built heritage, including architectural heritage, archaeological heritage and underwater heritage, and support the in situ presentation and interpretation of archaeological finds within new developments. 11.5.6 City Heritage Plan Dublin City’s heritage is part of our identity and contributes significantly to our wellbeing and our sense of place. It encompasses our built, archaeological, natural and cultural heritage (tangible and intangible). The City Heritage Plan provides strategic support to the City Council and other stakeholders by delivering or contributing to a wide range of initiatives aimed at improving the management, understanding and appreciation of our city’s heritage. The preparation of a City Heritage Plan enables a collaborative approach to identifying projects and programmes to be implemented over a five-year time span. The City Heritage Plan identifies new ways to research, support and manage our heritage, and identify opportunities to engage communities across the city and suburbs with our built environment, archaeological monuments and cultural heritage. It set out priorities to identify, enhance, and increase awareness of Dublin’s heritage in the specific areas of the historic built environment. It is the Policy of Dublin City Council: BHA27 Dublin City Heritage Plan To implement the current Dublin City Heritage Plan and to support the preparation and implementation of the Dublin City Strategic Heritage Plan 2022-2028.
- Built Heritage and Archaeology | Chapter 11 375 It is the Policy of Dublin City Council: BHA28 Historic Place and Street Names To preserve historic place and street and development names and ensure that new street and development names reflect appropriate local archaeological, historical or cultural associations. BHA29 World Heritage Nomination To support and pursue a World Heritage nomination for the Historic City of Dublin, in partnership with the Department of Housing, Heritage and Local Government. BHA30 Moore Street National Monument To co-operate with, and facilitate, the state in its preservation of the National Monument at 14-17 Moore Street on a joint venture basis, and to support the retention and refurbishment of the cultural quarter associated with 1916 on Moore Street and taking account of the contents and relevant recommendations of the Moore Street Advisory Group Report to the Minister for Heritage and Electoral Reform and the minister’s response. BHA31 St. Sepulchre’s Palace Complex To work with all stakeholders and interested parties to develop a Conservation Plan to safeguard the future of St. Sepulchre’s Palace complex (Kevin Street Garda Station), identify appropriate future use(s) that reflect its historic and architectural importance, and unlock the cultural tourism potential of the site in the context of the cathedral quarter and the historic city. BHA32 Water-Related Heritage Strategies To support the creation and implementation of water-related heritage strategies in partnership with restoration and enhancement of river and canal corridors within the city. BHA33 Dublin Port Heritage Quarter To support the vision of the Dublin Port Company for the Flour Mill and surrounding heritage assets of the port to deliver a new cultural heritage quarter and maritime museum for the city, that documents Dublin’s rich maritime history and the social history of the Dock workers. BHA34 OPW Historic Sites To co-operate with and facilitate the Office of Public Works to improve visitor experience/interpretation and upgrade key historic sites, including the Dublin Castle complex, St. Sepulchre’s Palace complex, Werburgh Street/Ship Street, the Debtors Prison, Royal Hospital at Kilmainham, the Irish National War Memorial Gardens and Commemorative Bridge, Phoenix Park (including the
- Built Heritage and Archaeology | Chapter 11 376 It is the Policy of Dublin City Council: Visitors Centre and Magazine Fort), Collins Barracks, National Library of Ireland, the Casino at Marino, and The Custom House and the 1916 Moore Street National Monument.
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- Culture | Chapter 12 378 Chapter 12: Culture
- Culture | Chapter 12 379 12.1 Introduction Culture is a universal and fundamental part of the human experience, and plays a central role in defining us as a society and as a City. Cultural expression takes many forms such as music, dance, visual arts, sculpture, theatre and literature; all when used for purpose of interpretive or cultural expression. As the Capital City, Dublin leads the State in the wealth of culture available to all, from major cultural institutions and globally recognised festivals, to local community spaces and events. As recognised in the government policy document Culture 2025, participation in cultural activities can contribute to social cohesion, reduce isolation and enrich all our lives. Cultural infrastructure is a key social asset that must be planned for in the same way as we do for our water supply, our transport, our parks and our built heritage. Culture is defined by UNESCO as: “a set of distinctive spiritual, material, intellectual and emotional features of society or a social group, that encompasses, not only art and literature but lifestyles, ways of living together, value systems, traditions and beliefs.” Taking into consideration the above, for the purposes of this Development Plan, culture infrastructure is defined as: “the buildings, structures and places/spaces where culture is either: Experienced: places where culture is experienced, participated in, showcased, exhibited or sold e.g. museums, galleries, theatres, cinemas, libraries, music venues, nightclubs and historical cultural sites. or Created: places of creative production where creative work is made by artists, performers, makers or manufacturers e.g. creative workspaces, performing arts rehearsal spaces, music recording studios”. National and Regional Policy Context The National Planning Framework at its outset outlines the national strategic outcomes and strategic investment priorities for the State. One of these strategic investment priorities (no. 7) is named Culture, Heritage and Sport; placing investment in culture at the heart of what this national plan seeks to achieve. The NPF references arts, culture and heritage as one of the key elements supporting quality of life. The NPF and NDP are supported by arts and culture specific national policies that form part of the vision of Ireland 2040, with Culture 2025- A National Cultural Policy Framework which sets the vision, framework and direction for the cultural sector, and Investing in our Culture, Language and Heritage 2018 – 2027 which provides a plan to enhance cultural participation.
- Culture | Chapter 12 380 Culture 2025 sets out three fundamental principles of national policy: (1) Recognising the value of culture and creativity to the individual and society; (2) Supporting creative practice and cultural participation and (3) Cherishing our cultural heritage. These three principles provide a policy basis for a number of aspects of development plan and also provide direction to the cultural sector. The Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy for the Eastern, Midland and Dublin Region (RSES) details that Culture as referenced under Strategic Objective 7 of the NPF sets the context for the RSES. The RSES includes “creative places” as a key component of the Strategy and as a Regional Strategic Objective (number 5). The objective of the RSES is to “enhance, integrate and protect our arts, culture and heritage assets to promote creative places and heritage led regeneration”. The RSES highlights the importance of culture as an essential part of place making and in delivering an enhanced quality of life for the residents of the Region. It also recognises the benefit to the economy of successful place making with culture as a key driver. The Strategy specifically identifies Dublin City as a hub for higher order culture and leisure. 12.2 Achievements The Council has a number of departments that contribute significantly in addressing cultural activities in the city. The City Arts Office is a developmental unit of Dublin City Council. It supports quality, access, participation, learning and innovation in the arts through collaboration and strategic partnership at local, regional and international levels. It provides a range of assistance to the artistic community including artists work, training and research spaces; residencies; grants, bursaries and commissions. It manages a range of festivals and events in cultural venues and public realm spaces. It also manages the city’s public art programme. It liaises with property owners and artists to create positive relationships and opportunities and is actively involved in increasing new spaces for artists’ studios at a number of locations across the city, on both Council and privately owned land. The Council also has a number of purpose built citizen stakeholder led cultural assets including Axis, the Lab and Dancehouse. The Hugh Lane Gallery is wholly owned by Dublin City Council, and as well as hosting exhibitions and the permanent collection, runs a wide range of educational programmes, events and lectures which engage the public in a range of ways. The Council currently operates 23 libraries across the city, offering accessible cultural events within local communities. City Libraries are re-imagining the role of the library in the community beyond their buildings and the lending of books. Libraries offer a sense of place, a local destination for their communities. Whilst literacy is at the heart of the work of the public library, they also provide cultural hubs for wider range of art forms. The many
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