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Louth County Development Plan 2021–2027
The council's development plan written statement: its strategy, policies, objectives and development standards.
Louth County Council · 2021–2027 · 548 pages
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- Chapter 1 - Introduction Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 1-23 Table 1.2: Economic and Community Goals of the LECP Economic Goals Community Goals Foreign Direct Investment Promote and develop Louth as a key investment location on the Eastern Economic Corridor Strong, Safe & Flourishing Communities Enable well being and quality of life to support safe, resilient, independent and engaged communities Sustainable Development Promote the growth of new and existing business in communities in Louth, in accordance with the principles of sustainable development. Access to Education Ensure that everyone can access and participate in education, skills development and life long learning. Education & Trainig Advance economic and social development by providing a targeted continuum of lifelong learning and skillls development. Prosperous, Inclusive Communities & Places Create equality of opportunity for those experiencing poverty, isolation and social exclusion. Future – Focused Innovation Ensure that Louth will be a leader in business development, creating new models of flexible value and enterprise. Health & Wellbeing Provide environments and conditions that support healthy, self-directed, fulfilled and purposeful lives. Business & Indigenous Industry Deliver viable local economies underpinned by innovation and entrepreneurship Nurturing Children & Young People Nurture and develop our children and young people from early childhood to young adulthood. Tourism & Heritage Ensure that Louth’s unique Tourism offering positions it as a market leader of national significance. An Age Friendly Society Embrace and foster the rich contribution older people make to our communities. Agriculture, Food & Fisheries Establish Louth as a premier producer in the Agri- Farming, Food and Fisheries sector. Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Enterprise Empower community innovation, entrepreneurship and enterprise to support urban and rural development. Broadband Connectivity & Transport Ensure availability of high speed broadband connectivity County-wide to develop and sustain business and connect our communities. A Valued Environment Value and sustain our built heritage and natural environment to enhance the lives of those who live, work and visit in our County.
- Chapter 1 - Introduction Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 1-24 1.11.2 Louth Corporate Plan 2019-2024 The Council’s mission statement as outlined in the Louth County Council Corporate Development Plan 2019-2024 is to “provide leadership and to deliver highquality, citizen-focused, responsive and effective services”. The Council stands for democracy, integrity, openness and accountability, and input from the people who live, work and do business in Louth is important to ensure the development of a shared vision for the County. The Plan highlights seven organisational strategic objectives, which guide and shape the direction of the functions of Louth County Council over the plans five year period, as follows: • Housing; • Drogheda and Dundalk - Regional Growth Centres; • Climate Change; • Key Infrastructure Projects; • Economic Development and Job Creation; • Key Plans and Strategies; • Quality of Life. These Corporate Plan objectives have contributed to the formulation of the vision and strategic objectives intrinsic to the Louth County Development Plan 2021- 2027. 1.11.3 Louth Climate Change Adaptation Strategy 2019- 2024 In response to the impact of climate change both now and into the future on County Louth and its citizens, Louth County Council developed a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy, which will allow the Council to plan for severe weather events (which are becoming more prevalent) and to make the organisation and its communities more sustainable and climate resilient. It forms part of the National Adaptation Framework (NAF), which was published in response to the provisions of the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development Act 2015. The Council is uniquely placed to effect real positive change with respect to the national transition objective to a low carbon and climate resilient future and the actions set out in the Climate Action Plan 2019. The role of the Louth Climate Change Adaptation Strategy at local level is to: • Ensure comprehension of risks and vulnerabilities of climate change; • Advance the implementation of climate resilient actions in a planned and proactive manner; and • Ensure climate adaptation considerations are main-streamed into all plans and policies and into all operations and functions of the local authority. This Strategy is based around six thematic areas developed as High Level Goals which identify the desired outcomes anticipated through the effective implementation of the climate change adaptation strategy: • Theme 1: Local Adaptation Governance and Business Operations; • Theme 2: Infrastructure and Built Environment; • Theme 3: Land Use and Development; • Theme 4: Drainage and Flood Management; • Theme 5: Natural Resources and Cultural Infrastructure; • Theme 6: Community Health and Wellbeing. The Plan will integrate these high level goals and outcomes as Development Plan objectives in order to deliver on the Government’s objectives on climate action as set out in the Climate Action Plan 2019.
- Chapter 1 - Introduction Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 1-25 1.12 FORMAT OF THE PLAN The Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 comprises 5 inter-related volumes, which must be interpreted as a whole when reading the Plan. These are as follows: Volume One: The Written Statement which sets out the overall strategy alongside the policy objectives of the Plan to ensure the proper planning and sustainable development of the County. Volume One -A: Maps providing a graphic representation of the proposals of the Plan indicating land use and other objectives of the Council including for the County, the Regional Growth Centres of Drogheda and Dundalk, and the Self-Sustaining Growth Towns of Ardee and Dunleer. Volume Two: Settlement statements and maps providing a graphic representation of the proposals of the Plan indicating land use and other objectives of the Council for the Level 3 - Self-Sustaining Towns and Level 4 - Small Towns and Villages. Maps are also provided for each of the Level 5 - Rural Nodes. Volume Three: The Appendices which include the Housing and Retail Strategies, Green Infrastructure Strategy, Architectural Conservation Areas (ACA’s), Zones of Archaeological Potential (ZAP) etc. Volume Four: The Record of Protected Structures. Volume Five: The Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Environmental Report, the Appropriate Assessment (AA) Natura Impact Report and the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) Report.
- Chapter 1 - Introduction Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 1-26 The Written Statement of Volume One is comprised of 14 Chapters the contents of which are presented in summary below: Chapter Summary Chapter Heading Chapter Summary Introduction This provides an introduction to the Louth County Development Plan setting out changes that have occurred and impacted the County since the last Development Plan with particular reference to Drogheda and Dundalk. It details the legislative background and requirements in addition to the steps taken in the preparation of the Plan. It provides a vision for the County, which is supported by a set of strategic objectives. Core Strategy and Settlement Strategy This establishes a quantitatively based strategy for the spatial development of the County consistent with the NPF and RSES objectives and includes a settlement hierarchy, gives effect to the hierarchy by setting population projections and housing allocation for residential land and provides an evidence based rationale for lands to be zoned. Details of the settlement structure in the County and the range of services available within each category of settlement are provided in this chapter. It also sets out how the policy framework established in the Core Strategy will be implemented in the towns and villages in the County. Housing The Housing chapter sets out the strategy for the provision of housing in the urban and rural parts of the County. It supports the creation of sustainable communities and quality, adaptable housing that is resilient to the potential impacts of climate change and will meet the changing needs of residents. Social and Community The Social and Community chapter provides a strategy to ensure the development of sustainable, inclusive communities through policy objectives to ensure the provision of community, social, recreational, educational and cultural facilities accessible to and meeting the needs of all individuals and community groups. Economy and Employment The strategy for economic development in the County is set out in this chapter. An overview of the economic profile of the County is provided with opportunities as to how the County can strengthen its employment base identified. The importance of the Regional Growth Centres of Drogheda and Dundalk fulfilling their potential and developing into centres of scale in the economic development of the County is emphasised.
- Chapter 1 - Introduction Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 1-27 Chapter Heading Chapter Summary Tourism The overall strategy for Tourism within the County is detailed in this chapter. The principle tourism initiatives, strategies and locations are identified and supporting policy is set out for each. The chapter emphasises the importance of the County’s natural environment, rich and varied heritage and numerous cultural attractions as key drivers for the sector. Movement The strategy for the provision of transport infrastructure and investment is set out in the Movement chapter. The links between land use and transport planning are identified with the importance of an efficient and functional transport system in providing connectivity and supporting economic investment acknowledged. The strategy supports a shift towards more sustainable modes of travel including walking, cycling, and public transport. Natural Heritage, Biodiversity and Green Infrastructure A contextual overview and strategic context in relation to the natural heritage and green infrastructure of the County is provided in this chapter. Policy objectives for the protection, conservation and management of the natural environment are provided and include for sites designated at EU and national level, protected species and habitats outside of designated sites, green infrastructure, landscapes, scenic routes, views and prospects etc. Built Heritage and Culture A contextual overview and strategic context in relation to the built heritage and culture of the County, which seeks to ensure its protection and enhancement for future generations is provided in this chapter. Policy objectives for the protection, conservation and management of the built heritage and cultural aspects are provided and include archaeology, architecture and vernacular heritage, battlefield sites, historic gardens and designed landscapes. Infrastructure and Public Utilities The sustainable growth of County Louth is dependent on the provision of adequate water and waste water services and infrastructure. This chapter acknowledges the working relationship between Louth County Council (LCC) and Irish Water (IW) in ensuring adequate capacity to support future development and progressing and implementing IW projects throughout the County, which includes for water conservation. The importance of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Flood Risk Management is acknowledged through inclusion of appropriate policy objectives and a Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA). High quality, appropriately located, ICT infrastructure is recognised as critical infrastructure to achieve balanced social and economic development. The chapter also supports the development of renewable energy sources in the interest of delivering on identified targets and on the National Climate Change Strategy and in providing security of energy supply throughout the County. The policy objectives contained herein support this approach.
- Chapter 1 - Introduction Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 1-28 Chapter Heading Chapter Summary Environment, Natural Resources and the Coast This chapter sets out the strategy with regards to the Environment, Natural Resources and the Coast and details policy objectives relating to the conservation and enhancement of the County’s environment. A balanced approach is promoted with appropriate policies for the growth and development of the County’s natural resources while ensuring that adverse environmental impacts are minimised. The chapter also addresses the changing coast and coastal protection in the context of a changing marine planning process. Climate Action This chapter outlines the approach to climate change adaptation and mitigation, as required by the Planning and Development Act 2000, (as amended). The chapter examines how mitigation and adaptation strategies have been integrated throughout the County Development Plan. The chapter identifies policies, which contribute towards achieving the targets set down in the Climate Action Plan 2019. Development Management Guidelines This chapter provides guidance on a range of different development types for prospective applicants having regard to the national planning and local policies provisions within each of the chapters of the Plan. Reference and links are provided to relevant national policy documents and prospective applicants are encouraged to engage in pre-planning discussions. Implementation and Monitoring This chapter recognises that the policies and objectives of the Plan cover the broad range of functions of the Council and that the full realisation of these will be dependent on many factors including funding. It details that a 2 year review of the Plan will be completed in accordance with the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended). Note: Should any conflict arise between the written statement and accompanying maps, the written statement shall take precedence.
- Chapter 2 Core and Settlement Strategy “The Core Strategy facilitates and promotes a more consolidated compact urban form and ensures that future growth is based on the principles of sustainable development, delivering a high quality living and working environment meeting the needs of all residents.” f
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- Chapter 2 – Core Strategy and Settlement Strategy Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 2-1 2 CORE STRATEGY AND SETTLEMENT STRATEGY 2.1 STATUTORY CONTEXT The Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) requires an evidence based Core Strategy be included in all development plans. Its primary purpose is to ensure local authorities identify and reserve an appropriate amount of land in the right locations to meet projected population and housing targets. This is achieved through the expression of a medium to long term quantitative strategy for the spatial development of the area of the planning authority, which is consistent with the national and regional objectives as outlined in the National Planning Framework (NPF) and in the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES) for the Eastern and Midland Region. The Core Strategy includes a Settlement Hierarchy for the County transposing prescribed regional population targets set at County level to settlements and rural areas identified within the Settlement Hierarchy. On foot of projected population allocation it identifies the housing demand and land requirement for residential and mixed use development having regard to the capacity of existing zoned land and the phasing of development, taking account of services and emerging transport and mobility trends. While not expressly required by the Act, the Core Strategy should undertake an appropriate level of analysis of other land uses such as employment uses, to ensure sufficient lands are zoned at suitable locations, taking account of higher level planning policies and the required physical and green infrastructure. A Core Strategy Map is a specified requirement as per the Act, depicting how the Planning Authority anticipates its area will develop over the plan period in line with the availability of infrastructure, services and amenities. 2.2 NATIONAL PLANNING POLICY 2.2.1 Project Ireland 2040: National Planning Framework (NPF) Development Plans sit within a hierarchy of National and Regional spatial plans at the top of which sits the NPF. This replaces the former National Spatial Strategy (NSS) and is a high level, 20 year strategic plan for future growth and development of the country to 2040, the objectives of which are outlined hereunder: • Establish a broad National plan in relation to the strategic planning and sustainable development of urban and rural areas; • Secure balanced Regional development by maximising the potential of the regions; and • Secure the co-ordination of Regional Spatial and Economic Strategies and City and County development plans. The NPF identifies a set of goals expressed as National Strategic Outcomes (NSO’s), which underpin the overarching vision for the country (see Figure 2.1). These NSO’s are significantly aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals outlined in Chapter 12 (Figure 12.1) in areas such as climate action, clean energy, sustainable cities and communities, economic growth, reduced inequalities and innovation and infrastructure, as well as education and health.
- Chapter 2 – Core Strategy and Settlement Strategy Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 2-2 Figure 2.1 – National Strategic Outcomes Source: National Planning Framework
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