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Roscommon County Development Plan 2022–2028
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- Appendix 7 SUPPLEMENTARY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SFRA A Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) has been prepared to inform the Roscommon County Development Plan. SFRA is an assessment of flood risk and includes mapped boundaries for Flood Risk Zones, taking into account factors including local knowledge, site walkovers and flood risk indicators. SFRA is required under The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines for Planning Authorities and associated Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government Circular PL2/2014. The core recommendation of the SFRA is to avoid, reduce and/or mitigate the risk of flooding within the flood risk areas indicated. Recommendations of the SFRA have been integrated into this Plan and are further strengthened by the following: 1. Roscommon County Council will support, in co-operation with the OPW, the implementation of the EU Flood Risk Directive, the Flood Risk Regulations (S.I. No. 122 of 2010) and the ‘The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2009) and Department Circular PL2/2014 or any updated / superseding version. This will include the following: i. Avoid, reduce and/or mitigate, as appropriate in accordance with the Guidelines, the risk of flooding within the flood risk areas indicated in the accompanying Strategic Flood Risk Assessment report, including fluvial, pluvial and groundwater flooding, and any other flood risk areas that may be identified during the period of the plan or in relation to a planning application. ii. Development proposals in areas where there is an identified or potential risk of flooding or that could give rise to a risk of flooding elsewhere will be required to carry out a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment, and Justification Test where appropriate, in accordance with the provisions of The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines for Planning Authorities 2009, (or any superseding document) and Circular PL2/2014 (as updated/superseded). Any flood risk assessment should include an assessment of the potential impacts of climate change, such as an increase in the extent or probability of flooding, and any associated measures necessary to address these impacts. iii. Development that would be subject to an inappropriate risk of flooding or that would cause or exacerbate such a risk at other locations shall not normally be permitted. iv. Where certain measures proposed to mitigate or manage the risk of flooding associated with new developments are likely to result in significant effects to the environment or European sites downstream, such measures will undergo environmental assessment and 2. Protect Flood Zone A and Flood Zone B from inappropriate development and direct developments/land uses into the appropriate Flood Zone in accordance with The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines for Planning Authorities 2009 (or any superseding document) and the guidance contained in Appendix 3 Advice for Development Within Constrained Land Use Zones. 3. Site-specific Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) is required for all planning applications in areas at risk of flooding (fluvial, coastal, pluvial or groundwater), even for developments appropriate to the particular Flood Zone. The detail of these site-specific FRAs will depend on the level of risk and scale of development. A detailed site-specific FRA should quantify the risks, the effects of selected mitigation and the management of any residual risks. The assessments shall consider and provide information on the implications of climate change with regard to flood risk in relevant locations. The 2009 OPW Draft Guidance on Assessment of Potential Future Scenarios for Flood Risk Management (or any superseding document) and available information from the CFRAM Studies shall be consulted with to this effect. 221221Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028 – Volume I
- 4. Where a development/land use is proposed that is inappropriate within the Flood Zone, then the development proposal will need to be accompanied by a Development Management Justification Test in addition to the site-specific Flood Risk Assessment. 5. Where only a small proportion of a site is at risk of flooding, the sequential approach shall be applied in site planning, in order to seek to ensure that no encroachment onto or loss of the flood plain occurs and/or that only water compatible development such as Open Space would be permitted for the lands which are identified as being at risk of flooding within that site. 6. In Flood Zone C, where the probability of flooding is low (less than 0.1%, Flood Zone C), site-specific Flood Risk Assessment may be required and the developer should satisfy themselves that the probability of flooding is appropriate to the development being proposed. The County Plan SFRA datasets and the most up to date CFRAM Programme climate scenario mapping should be consulted by prospective applicants for developments in this regard and will be made available to lower-tier Development Management processes in the Council. 7. Applications for development in flood vulnerable zones, including those at risk under the OPW’s Mid-Range Future Scenario, shall provide details of structural and non-structural risk management measures, such as those relating to floor levels, internal layout, flood-resistant construction, flood-resilient construction, emergency response planning and access and egress during flood events. 8. Protect waterbodies and watercourses from inappropriate development, including rivers, streams, associated undeveloped riparian strips, wetlands and natural floodplains. This will include buffers in riverine and wetland areas as appropriate. Consult with the OPW in relation to proposed developments in the vicinity of drainage channels and rivers for which the OPW are responsible, and retain a strip on either side of such channels where required, to facilitate maintenance access thereto. In addition, promote the sustainable management and uses of water bodies and avoid culverting or realignment of these features. 9. Work with other bodies and organisations, as appropriate, to help protect critical infrastructure, including flood risk management, water and wastewater infrastructure, within the county, from risk of flooding and to ensure the sustainable development of flood risk management infrastructure and practices. 10. Actively work with the CFRAM Programmes and catchment-based Flood Planning Groups, including where catchments go beyond the Council’s administrative boundary, in the development and implementation of catchment-based strategies for the management of flood risk - including those relating to storage and conveyance. 11. Co-operate with the Office of Public Works (OPW) in the delivery of Flood Relief Schemes. 12. Where resources are available and subject to compliance with the Habitats and Birds Directives, the Council will contribute towards the improvement and / or restoration of the natural flood risk management functions of flood plains. 13. Take account of and incorporate into local planning policy and decision making, including possible future variations to this plan, CFRAM measures that may be published in the future, including planned investment measures for managing and reducing flood risk. 14. Any potential future variations to the Plan shall consider, as appropriate any new and/ or emerging data, including, when available, any relevant information contained in the CFRAMS Flood Risk Management Plans and as recommended in the SFRA for the Plan. 15. Applications for development on land identified as benefitting land may be prone to flooding, and as such site-specific flood risk assessments may be required in these areas. 222Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028 – Volume I222 Appendix 7
- Appendix 8 GLOSSARY OF ACROYMNS AND TERMS Appropriate Assessment (AA) Is a focused and detailed impact assessment of the implications of the plan or project, alone and in combination with other plans and projects, on the integrity of a Natura 2000 site in view of its conservation objectives. Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) A place, area, group of structures or townscape, taking account of building lines and heights, which is of special architectural, historical, archaeological, artistic, cultural, scientific, social or technical interest, or contributes to the appreciation of protected structures and whose character it is an objective of a development plan to preserve. Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Is a vehicle that uses a battery as the sole means of energy storage for the propulsion of the vehicle. Building Energy Rating (BER) An energy label with accompanying advisory report for homes. Catchment Flood Risk Assessment & Management (CFRAM) A programme that is central to the medium and long-term strategy for the reduction and management of flood risk throughout Ireland. It delivers on core components of the National Flood Policy whilst also meeting the requirements of the EU Floods Directive. Commission for the Economic Development of Rural Areas (CEDRA) The Commission for the Economic Development of Rural Areas (CEDRA) was established in November 2012 as an independent expert group to examine and report on the medium-term economic development of rural Ireland to 2025. Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Provides early childhood care and education for children of pre-school age. The State pays participating playschools and daycare services a set amount per child to offer the ECCE service. In return, participating centres and playschools provide a pre-school service free of charge to all children within the qualifying age range. Eastern and Midlands Regional Assembly (EMRA) This is one of three Regional Assemblies that came into effect on 1st January 2015, namely the Southern Regional Assembly, the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly and the Northern & Western Regional Assembly. Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) The ESRI produces independent research with the objective of informing policies that support a healthy economy and promote social progress. Electric Vehicles (EV) Is a vehicle that uses an electric motor to propel it. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Pursuant to EU Directive 85/ 337/ EEC (as amended in 1997), EIA is a legislative procedure used for identifying the environmental effects of development projects to be applied to the assessment of the environmental effects of certain public and private projects which are likely to have significant effects on the environment. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) The EPA is an independent public body established under the Environmental Protection Agency Act, 1992 and ensure that Ireland’s environment is protected and monitor changes in environmental trends to detect early warning signs of neglect or deterioration. Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) The Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) is a form of social housing support for people who have a longterm housing need. Tenants pay a weekly HAP rent contribution to the local authority, based on their income and ability to pay. Housing Need Demand Assessment (HNDA) The National Planning Framework requires each Local Authority to develop this baseline assessment, which must underpin and support the preparation of housing strategies and all related housing policy outputs. The HNDA incorporates a range of socio- economic and demographic data to analyse current levels of demand and supply within Roscommon’s housing sector, and projections for future need over the lifetime of the development plan and beyond to 2031. 223223Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028 – Volume I
- Information Communications Technology (ICT) Is a broader term for Information Technology (IT), which refers to all communication technologies, including the internet, wireless networks, mobile phones, computers, software, middleware, videoconferencing, social networking, and other media applications and services. Just Transition Fund (JTF) Refers to policy measures that mitigate the socioeconomic costs for the most fossil fuel-dependent regions and their communities in the process of transitioning to a low carbon economy. Joint Urban Area Plan (JUAP) The term used to describe a Local Area Plan that will be prepared jointly by Westmeath and Roscommon County Councils for the Regional Growth Centre of Athlone. Landscape Character Assessment (LCA) A tool for identifying the features that give a locality its particular ‘sense of place’ and can be used to categorise the landscape into areas of similar character. Local Area Plans (LAP) This is a legal document and is a public statement of planning policies, prepared in consultation with the local community and members of the public. It sets out a strategy for the proper planning and sustainable development of an area, for example, village/town/district. The Plan seeks to provide a framework for how a settlement can develop. Local Economic and Community Plan (LECP) This plan sets out the high level goals, objectives and actions to promote and support economic and community development over a 6-year lifespan. Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Provides advice, information and support in starting up or growing a business with an office in each Local Authority administrative area. Metropolitan Area Strategic Plans (MASP) Provision is made in the National Planning Framework for 12 year strategic and planning framework plans for Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway and Waterford Metropolitan Areas, known as Metropolitan Area Strategic Plans. National Development Plan 2018 - 2017 (NDP) Sets out the investment priorities that will underpin the implementation of the National Planning Framework. National Greenhouse Gas (GHG) A gas that absorbs and emits radiant energy within the thermal infrared range, causing the greenhouse effect. National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (NIAH) Maintains a central database of the architectural heritage of the Republic of Ireland covering the period since 1700. National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Is fully integrated in the Heritage Division of the Department and has responsibility for the protection and conservation of Ireland’s natural heritage and biodiversity at national government level. National Policy Objectives (NPOs) These support the Strategic Outcomes in the National Planning Framework, and collectively set the framework under which all lower order plans are required to be prepared, i.e. regional, county (and local area) plans. National Planning Framework (NPF) A planning framework for Ireland that aims to achieve balanced regional development and promote areas of critical mass through a network of cities and towns identified as Metropolitan Areas, Regional Growth Centres and Key Towns. National Strategic Outcomes (NSOs) National policy objectives outlined within the Project Ireland 2040 – National Planning Framework. Natural Heritage Area (NHA) Designation for wildlife conservation in the country. Examples of natural heritage areas across the country include sand dunes systems, blanket bogs and wetlands. Near Zero Energy Building (NZEB) Means a building that has a very high energy performance with a very significant extent of energy from renewable resources. 224Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028 – Volume I224 Appendix 8
- Northern and Western Regional Assembly (NWRA) This is one of three Regional Assemblies that came into effect on 1st January 2015. The NWRA is part of the regional governance structure in Ireland and its primary function is to accelerate and optimise effective regional development. Office of Public Works (OPW) The Office of Public Works (OPW) is a government office that delivers public services for flood protection, managing government properties and heritage services. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) Vehicles that use batteries to power an electric motor and another fuel, such as gasoline, to power an internal combustion engine (ICE). Proposed Natural Heritage Areas (pNHA) Were published on a non-statutory basis in 1995. They have not since been statutorily proposed or designated. These sites are of significance for wildlife and habitats. Public Participation Network (PPN) Is a network that allows local authorities to connect with community groups around the country. The PPN is the ‘go to’ for all local authorities who wish to benefit from community and voluntary expertise in their area. Roscommon Climate Change Adaptation Strategy 2019-2024 (RCAS) This five-year strategy sets, which is subject to benchmarking and implementation review, sets out a vision for the county to undertake appropriate actions to address climate change. Record of Protected Structures (RPS) Every planning authority is obliged to have a Record of Protected Structures (RPS) that includes structures of special interest in its functional area. Regional Spatial & Economic Strategy (RSES) A planning framework for a Region for long term strategic development of that Region consistent with the National Planning Framework. (County Roscommon falls within the Northern and Western Region). Regional Policy Objectives (RPOs) These are policy objectives set out within the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES) for the Northern and Western Region. Renewable Energy Strategy (RES) The primary aim of the Renewable Energy Strategy is to ensure that the County Roscommon continues to address climate change through facilitating appropriately located renewable energy developments and through supporting energy efficiency in all sectors of the economy. Road Safety Audit (RSA) Involves the evaluation of road schemes during design and construction to identify potential hazards to all road users. RSA is a check for safety issues within a scheme rather than an identification of non-compliance with design standards. Roscommon County Development Plan (RCDP) Sets out the overall strategy and vision for the proper planning and sustainable development of the county over the 6-year plan period and has been prepared in accordance with Part II, Chapter I of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended). Rural Economic Development Zone (REDZ) Are defined as sub county zones within which most people live and work. REDZ are functional geographic areas that reflect how local economic activities and development are spread throughout a region. Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF) The purpose of the fund is to support job creation in rural areas, address de-population of rural communities and support improvements in our towns and villages with a population of less than 10,000, and outlying areas. Service Level Agreement (SLA) Defined as a contract between a service provider and a customer. It details the nature, quality, and scope of the service to be provided. Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) Aims to tackle poverty, social exclusion and longterm unemployment through local engagement and partnership between disadvantaged individuals, community organisations and public sector agencies. Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) Prime wildlife conservation areas/sites considered of importance at both Irish and European level; the legal basis for their designation is the Habitats Directive. 225225Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028 – Volume I Appendix 8
- Special Protection Areas (SPA) Sites/areas primarily classified for the conservation of bird species; the legal basis for their designation is the EU Birds Directive. Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Is the formal, systematic evaluation of the likely significant environmental effects of implementing a plan or programme before a decision is made to adopt the plan or programme. Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) The assessment of flood risk on a wide geographical area against which to assess development proposed in an area (Region, County, Town). Sustainable Development Goals Also known as the ‘Global Goals’, were adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) Are systems designed to efficiently manage the drainage of surface water in the urban environment. Traffic and Transport Assessment (TTA) In order to assess the impact that a development will have on the existing road network, traffic and transport engineers carry out a Traffic and Transport Assessment (TTA). The analysis will also assess the possibility of using more sustainable modes of transport. Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) is a state agency in Ireland dealing with road and public transport infrastructure. The body was established in 2015 by merging the former National Roads Authority and Railway Procurement Agency. Urban Regeneration and Development Fund (URDF) The aim of the URDF is to support more compact and sustainable development, as set out in Project Ireland 2040, through the regeneration and rejuvenation of Ireland’s five cities and other large towns, in line with the objectives of the National Planning Framework (NPF) and the National Development Plan (NDP). Unfinished Housing Developments (UHDs) Are housing schemes that had been commenced but had not been completed in that building works are outstanding. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) UNESCO main objective is to contribute to peace and security globally by promoting collaboration among nations through education, science, culture and communication in order to further universal respect for justice, for the rule of law, and for the human rights. Water Resource Zones (WRZ) The largest possible zone in which all resources, including external transfers, can be shared and all customers experience a similar risk of supply failure from a resource shortfall. 226Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028 – Volume I226 Appendix 8
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