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Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy for the Southern Region
The regional strategy for the Southern Region, including the Cork, Limerick–Shannon and Waterford metropolitan area strategic plans.
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- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES321 National Enablers It is an objective to support the investment priorities as identified in the NPF and NDP for the Waterford Metropolitan Area and will seek progress and coordination between the principal stakeholders for delivery of these priorities, subject to required feasibility, planning and environmental assessment processes, for enabling the Waterford Metropolitan Area achieve its vision and objectives. Identification of suitable sites for regeneration and development should be supported by a quality site selection process that addresses environmental concerns. The SRA will support the sustainable implementation of innovative, collaborative projects through the Urban Regeneration and Development, Rural Regeneration and Development, Climate Action and Disruptive Technologies funds within the Waterford Metropolitan Area. Waterford MASP Policy Objective 4 4.0 | National Enablers The following NPF Enablers are identified for the Waterford MASP: • Delivering the North Quays SDZ regeneration project for integrated, sustainable development together with supporting infrastructure, including a new pedestrian bridge or a pedestrian/public transport bridge over the River Suir; • Identifying infill and regeneration opportunities to intensify housing and employment development throughout city centre and inner suburban areas; • Enabling enhanced opportunities for existing communities as development and diversification occurs, particularly through employment, learning and education support; • Progressing the sustainable development of new greenfield areas for housing and the development of supporting public transport and infrastructure; • Development of the Link Road from Abbey Road to Belmont Smarter Travel improvements to Abbey Road; • Improvement of the N29 to enable employment growth at Port of Waterford, Belview; • Public realm and urban amenity projects, focused on streets and public spaces, in the existing built footprint of the Metropolitan Area – North & South in support of urban intensification; • Enhancement of the higher education infrastructure through the expansion and development of Waterford Institute of Technology in the context of the Technological University of the South East, aligned with plans for the Metropolitan Area and the wider region. • Provision of Metropolitan Area- wide public transport and strategic cycleway networks; • Extension of the Waterford Greenway to link WIT to the City Centre and to the Greenway linking Waterford to New Ross; • Enhanced regional connectivity through improved average journey times by road and rail to Dublin, Cork, Limerick and the region’s ports; • Ensuring that water supply and waste-water needs are met by new national projects to enhance Waterford’s water supply and increase waste water treatment capacity; • Improving sustainability in terms of energy, waste management and resource efficiency and water, to include district heating and water conservation. Evolving innovative, collaborative projects will be funded through the National Development Plan (NDP) on a competitive bid basis under the Urban Regeneration and Development, Rural Regeneration and Development, Climate Action and Disruptive Technologies funds. Delivery of projects through these funds has the potential to be transformative and assist the Waterford Metropolitan Area achieve its Vision and Objectives.
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES322 5.0 | Population Projections The NPF and Implementation Roadmap sets out projections to achieve accelerated urban growth and sets out ambitious targets for the Waterford MASP. They also refer to potential qualified allowances which may apply to deliver on accelerated urban growth in Metropolitan Areas2. National Policy Objective 68 states a Metropolitan Area Strategic Plan may enable up to 20% of the phased population growth targeted in the principle city and suburban area, to be accommodated in the wider metropolitan area i.e. outside the city and suburbs or contiguous zoned area, in addition to growth identified for the Metropolitan Area. This will be subject to: • Any relocated growth being in the form of compact development, such as infill or sustainable urban extension. • Any relocated growth being served by high capacity public transport and/or related to significant employment provision; and • National Policy Objective 9. Additional qualified allowances relating to population targets provide an important mechanism in the Waterford context given the need for change to a more balanced concentric city which would require significant growth, development (and infrastructure) on the northern side of the River Suir (predominantly in Co Kilkenny) and this should be subject to review by the MASP Implementation Group. 2. The Department have clarified that the 25% Headroom identified in the Roadmap can apply to the County Kilkenny area of the Waterford Metropolitan Area
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES323 Table 1 | Population Projections 2026 and 2031 for the Waterford Metropolitan Area3 Settlement 2016 2026 Uplift 2031 (See Note 5) Uplift (See Note 5) City & suburbs (Kilkenny) + 60% to 2040 5,288 6,608 1,320 7,268 660 Remainder Metropolitan Area (Kilkenny) + 30% to 2040 2,951 3,321 370 3,506 185 City and suburbs (Waterford) + 60% to 2040 48,216 60,716 12,500 66,966 6,250 Remainder Metropolitan Area (Waterford) + 30% to 2040 3,399 3,819 420 4,029 210 METRO AREA TOTAL POP. (+34,007 to 93,861 in 2040) 59,854 74,464 14,610 81,769 7,305 Notes: 1. Waterford City and Suburbs: Population 2016 53,504 as per NPF/Census 2016 2. County Population Growth as per NPF & Implementation Roadmap 3. Metro Area Pop Growth to 2040: +60% for Waterford City and Suburbs in Cos Kilkenny & Waterford as per NPF NPO 8 4. Metro Area (Remainder) in Cos Kilkenny & Waterford +30% to 2040 5. Final Projections for period 2026 to 2031 to be determined by Implementation Body 3. The overall population projections for each county, as provided in the NPF Implementation Roadmap (July 2018), do not change in light of these MASP projections figures.
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES324 Prioritizing a balanced Concentric Metropolitan Area for Waterford The ambitious targets for over 60% population growth by 2040 seek to build the critical mass of Waterford as a balanced Concentric Metropolitan Area, north and south of the River Suir. In the long term a increased proportion of the population will live north of the River. The steps required to achieve this Core MASP objective are both long term and short term. Short term In terms of physical development, the early enablers that will start the process are (a) the development of a new bridge to link the City Centre to the North Quays, (b) relocation of the railway station to a new Integrated Transport Hub on the North Quays and (c) development of the Abbey Link Road in Ferrybank. All three enablers support significant population and employment growth north of the river. All three enablers are identified in the RSES & MASP and both the New Bridge and Abbey Link Road are currently in the planning phase and could be ready to proceed in the next two years with funding. Long Term In order to rebalance the city, there is a need for a high degree of co-ordination across the entire Metropolitan Area. The implementation structures will need to oversee a rebalancing of overall population in favour of higher growth and population allocations north of the River. Significant growth targets set for the overall Metropolitan Area will not impede growth or development in the city centre and suburbs south of the river. The long terms goals include, building additional river-crossings for sustainable movement networks across the metropolitan area, increasing north-south connectivity, and creating attractive high-quality urban neighbourhoods with local amenities using LAP and Masterplan processes. Delivery Delivery of these goals requires the early establishment of MASP implementation structures following adoption of the RSES, a distinct multi-annual funding stream linked to the NDP, and the early development of the critical infrastructure identified as ‘key change parameters’ that will deliver both ‘compact regeneration and growth’ to deliver the NPF Strategy for Metropolitan Areas. As required under the NPF, 50% of all new housing within Waterford City and Suburbs is to occur within the existing footprint, through brownfield, infill and regeneration. Outside of Waterford City and Suburbs, 30% of all new homes targeting settlements is to occur within their existing built-up footprints as per National Policy Objective 3 (c) of the NPF. Refer to Chapter 9 regarding implementation of the MASP 6.0 | Integrated Land-Use and Transport The population growth targets set for the Waterford MASP area requires that the growth and development of the Metropolitan Area is managed effectively through a strategic approach based on Integrated Land-use and Transportation. The integrated approach will support key elements of the MASP in creating an attractive, liveable City and Metropolitan Area with a good quality of life. Key Priorities/Projects to support this approach relate to (1) Sustainable Mobility and Metropolitan Area Public Transport and also (2) Improved Regional Accessibility to/from the Metropolitan Area:
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES325 6.1 | Sustainable Mobility & Metropolitan Area Public Transport Including New Bridges/Link Roads The publication of Transforming Waterford – A Sustainable Transport Proposal 2017 represents an important step in the development of the Connected City & Metropolitan Area with a holistic vison for public transport and improved walking and cycling infrastructure, incorporating the shared vision of a Concentric City & a Balanced Metropolitan Area. Improvements to transport and communications infrastructure to create a more attractive greener and betterconnected Metropolitan Area include: • Integrated Land Use and Transportation Planning supported by high quality infrastructure; • Relocation of the Railway Station located on the North Quays with more direct access to city centre; • Improved connectivity between the city centre and the North Quays and wider Ferrybank area including provision of a pedestrian/public transport bridge; • Provision of an additional Downstream Crossing to provide a link to the south bank of the River Suir in the vicinity of Maypark or Ardkeen, which would serve to create greater connectivity between lands to the North and South of the Suir, improve access to University Hospital Waterford and ease congestion on the existing crossing. The policies and objectives outlined would assist in the realisation of objectives relating to transportation • New Link Road from Abbey Road to Belmont to improve sustainable connectivity; • Development of a comprehensive Metropolitan Area Public Transport system (bus network) including routes from the City Centre to WIT, Waterford University Hospital, Port of Waterford at Belview and from nearby towns including Tramore. Development of sustainable travel options to support and facilitate improved access to the City Centre, from the wider urban area, north and south of the river by walking, cycling and public transport including provision for Park and Ride facilities in tandem with the Green Route, additional cycle lanes. • Quick, frequent and convenient bus services in the city; • Measures to encourage Modal shift to bus and rail for commuters into the city from surrounding towns. • The preparation of a Waterford Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy. For the Metropolitan Area, national commitments on transition to a Low Carbon Society and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will require the Metropolitan Area to function in a more sustainable way, including reduced emissions through Modal Shift to more sustainable means of travel for people and for freight and the development of digital connectivity to support the transformation of Waterford to a greener, more innovative and smarter city and metropolitan area. In a compact urban area like Waterford, the objective to develop Sustainable Travel will require a strong focus on cycling and walking, making Waterford a more Walkable City Investment in Infrastructure & Digital Connectivity a. It is an objective to seek investment and stakeholder co-ordination on the sustainable development of infrastructure capacity (physical, multi-modal transport networks, digital/smart, green and social/ community) to enable the Waterford Metropolitan Area fulfil its role as a primary economic driver in the region subject to the outcome of environmental assessments and the planning process. b. It is an objective to seek investment and improve quality in high speed, high capacity digital infrastructure and access for all to digital infrastructure in the Waterford Metropolitan Area. c. It is an objective to seek investment in the initiatives of Local Authority Digital Strategies and investment in initiatives to deliver a greener, more innovative and smarter city and metropolitan area. d. It is an objective to deliver high capacity ICT infrastructure and high-speed broadband connections internationally and to the larger urban centres and peripheral locations in the wider region. Waterford MASP Policy Objective 5
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES326 Integration of Land Use and Transport a. It is an objective to prepare a Waterford Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy (WMATS) during the lifetime of this MASP with all relevant stakeholders. Transport investment requirements in the Waterford Metropolitan Area will be identified and prioritised, subject to the recommendations of the WMATS and outcome of environment assessment and the planning process including mitigation under SEA/AA as appropriate: b. It is an objective that Core Strategies of Local Authority Development Plans will identify the public transport corridors and nodal points on corridors in Waterford Metropolitan Area arising from the Waterford Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy which have potential for high density development/ regeneration. Core Strategies shall identify the appropriate land use zonings for these nodal points and demonstrate the effective alignment between land use and transport infrastructure planning and delivery of the NPF Compact Growth targets as they apply to the Waterford Metropolitan Area. c. It is an objective to achieve the National Strategic Outcomes for Regeneration through: • Regeneration, consolidation and growth of the City Centre, Cultural Quarter and suburbs. • Delivery of the North Quays Innovation District SDZ regeneration project for integrated sustainable development through the provision of supporting transport infrastructure and services • Regeneration, consolidation and growth of strategic residential, employment and nodal locations along public transportation corridors • Regeneration, consolidation and growth of strategic residential, employment and nodal locations along strategic bus networks corridors. d. It is an objective to seek sustainable higher densities where practicable at public transport nodal points. Waterford MASP Policy Objective 6 (a) Sustainable Transport It is an objective to support the following sustainable transport priorities in the Waterford Metropolitan Area subject to their consistency with the recommendations of the WMATS the outcomes of the WMATS, the outcome of environmental assessments and the planning process including mitigation under SEA/AA as appropriate: • Relocation of the Railway Station to the North Quays Innovation District with more direct access to city centre; • Improved connectivity between the city centre and the North Quays Innovation District and wider Ferrybank area including provision of a pedestrian/ public transport bridge and proposed road bridge from The Mall to Ferrybank; • Provision of an additional Downstream Crossing to provide a link to the south bank of the River Suir in the vicinity of Maypark or Ardkeen, which would serve to create greater connectivity between lands to the North and South of the Suir, improve access to University Hospital Waterford and ease congestion on the existing crossing. The policies and objectives outlined would assist in the realisation of objectives relating to transportation • New Link Road from Abbey Road to Belmont to improve sustainable connectivity; • Development of a Metropolitan Area Public Transport system including routes from the City Centre to WIT, Waterford University Hospital, Port of Waterford at Belview and consideration of routes from strategic settlements outside the metropolitan area including Tramore, New Ross and Carrick-on- Suir. Development of sustainable travel options to support and facilitate improved access to the City Centre, from the wider urban area, north and south of the river by walking, cycling and public transport including Quick, frequent and convenient bus services and provision for Park and Ride facilities in tandem with the Green Route, additional cycle lanes. • Measures to encourage Modal shift to bus and rail for commuters into the city and measures to support regeneration, consolidation and employment led growth of strategic settlements along the Rail Corridor from Clonmel into Waterford. • Bus Services: Extensive bus network across the Metropolitan Area with longer operational hours and increased frequencies to encourage the significant modal shift from the private car to sustainable transportation; • Development of new sustainable travel routes including greenways & blueways. Potential for further extensions exists which could build a metropolitan wide cycle network with the Waterford Greenway established as a sustainable economic corridor through the county; • Development of a more Walkable City. • Support traffic calming measures to make the Metropolitan Area such as shared streets and pedestrian friendly environments with wider footpaths, identification of walking routes with improved signage, creation of places and spaces to meet and rest, street tree planting. • Development of the 10 minute city concept for Waterford to drive integration of sustainable mobility with land-use planning, zoning, transport infrastructure (particularly public transport modes) in local level planning Waterford MASP Policy Objective 6 (b)
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES327 6.2 | Improved Regional Connectivity to / from Waterford The development of strong regional connectivity requires improved connectivity to the other two Metropolitan Areas of Cork, Limerick and the Key Towns of Carlow, Clonmel, Dungarvan, Gorey, Kilkenny and Wexford in the South-East by road and rail. Improvements to the N25 towards Cork and to the N24 road and rail link towards Limerick Shannon will strengthen links and develop economic synergies across the Region, supporting the role of the three Cities a strong counter-balance to the Greater Dublin Area. Improvements to road and rail infrastructure and services along the route to Limerick/Shannon will also strengthen the Limerick – Waterford Transport and Economic network /axis and provide greater accessibility to/from Shannon Airport, Shannon-Foynes Port and to the Atlantic Economic Corridor (AEC). Faster rail services with improved journey times and timetabling are required across the rail network in the South-East. Priorities for service improvements include the line from Waterford to Dublin via Kilkenny and Carlow and Waterford to Limerick/Shannon and the West. Investment in the rail network will support sustainable economic development of the Waterford Metropolitan Area and improved connectivity through the efficient use of existing transport infrastructure. Connectivity to the Extended Eastern Economic Corridor (Dublin-Belfast Corridor extending to Coast Corridor from Rosslare Europort & Network linkage to New Ross /Waterford) is important to link the Waterford MASP Area to Rosslare Europort as a key International Gateway for passengers and freight to the Waterford Metropolitan Area. A significant upgrade to the N25 including the new bridge across the River Barrow opened January 2020 has improved linkages between Waterford and Wexford/Rosslare. Retention of the mothballed rail link from Waterford to Rosslare is vital for the future development of Rosslare Europort. Any proposals for a Greenway along this route should be configured to allow future use of the rail line. Regional Connectivity It is an objective to support the development of improved Regional Connectivity through development and maintenance of strategic transport infrastructure to support the sustainable development of Waterford and the South-East subject to the outcome of WMATS where applicable, appropriate appraisal, environmental assessments and the planning process. Local Authorities and public bodies including state transport agencies shall prioritise investment in the following road and rail infrastructure subject to the outcome of environmental assessments and the planning process to deliver enhanced regional connectivity: a. The maintenance and enhancement of the national roads network, catering for transport demand within the Waterford Metropolitan Area, for improved inter-urban / interregional connectivity/ reduced journey times and for improved access to international gateways, including Port of Waterford, Rosslare-Europort and Waterford Airport, through: i. Delivery of current Government programmed and proposed national road network improvement schemes relating to the Waterford Metropolitan Area and associated inter-urban connecting roads. ii. The maintenance and optimisation of the strategic road network’s capacity and utility, through the implementation of appropriate demand management measures. b. Improvements to the Waterford -Limerick/Shannon Strategic Transport network to include upgrading of N24 and Rail line for faster journey times and improved public transport frequencies on public bus and rail services. c. Improvements to the Waterford -Cork Strategic Transport network to include upgrading of N25 and additional options for Park and Ride into Cork and Waterford. d. Improvements to the Waterford – Rosslare Europort & Wexford Strategic Transport network to include improved road and rail connectivity into Rosslare Europort from Waterford, recognising the important role of Rosslare Europort as a passenger and freight port for the Waterford Metropolitan Area and wider-Southern Region. e. The optimal use of the rail network, connecting Waterford at a regional and national level, in catering for the movement of people and goods including development of commuter rail services into Waterford. f. Retention of the Waterford -Rosslare Rail line for future freight and passenger rail connectivity to for Rosslare Europort. g. Measures to support Modal Change through transfer of freight from road to rail through increased use of freight sidings (or creation of new rail connections) at the ports and other locations throughout the South-East. Waterford MASP Policy Objective 7
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES328 7.0 | Housing and Regeneration 7.1 | Develop a Vibrant Urban Centre focused on Waterford City Centre Successful urban regeneration and placemaking can help build on the good work already done with public realm works to develop a vibrant living and working city centre at the heart of the Metropolitan Area. Regeneration and housing initiatives also need to drive the social, physical and economic renewal of innercity neighbourhoods and compact urban development on brownfield, under-used and derelict backland sites/ locations. The two areas key to achieving these goals are (1) The City Centre and inner city and (2) Development of the North Quays SDZ. The City Centre and inner urban areas at the heart of the Waterford Metropolitan Area will have a pivotal role in the development of the Waterford MASP area. The city centre will give expression to Waterford’s identity as a modern, dynamic, innovative European city and to its future status as a Learning City, a Smart City, and a University City. The City Centre Management Plan identifies opportunities for change and actions around specific node locations in the City Centre. An integrated approach to develop the node locations and link them together could contribute significantly to the change dynamic for the City. Over time other nodes will be identified as the City Centre becomes more diverse and vibrant with more people living in or close to the City. Housing and Regeneration a. It is an objective to support the high-quality compact growth of Waterford City Centre and suburban areas, the assembly of brownfield sites for development and the regeneration and redevelopment of Waterford City Centre to accommodate residential use. The MASP will support initiatives which facilitate compact growth and which promote well designed high-density residential developments which protect amenities and in the city centre and suburban areas. b. It is an objective to ensure investment and delivery of comprehensive infrastructure packages to meet growth targets that prioritises the delivery of compact growth and sustainable mobility in accordance with NPF and RSES objectives. Waterford MASP Policy Objective 8 • The Retail Node around City Square, George Street and developing into the Apple Market area • The Tourism and Heritage Node around the Viking Triangle and The Mall • The Evening and Night Time Node around John Street and Apple Market • The Cultural Node around O’Connell Street and Garter Lane – The Waterford Cultural Quarter • The North Quays Node comprising the mixed-use development of the SDZ area – the North Quays Innovation District. • The Court House and Environs – Lifting the Quality of the urban environment for a wider urban area extending out from the City Centre
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES329 Vibrant City Centre It is an objective to support the Local Authorities and Public Bodies in seeking investment and implementation of actions to develop a vibrant urban centre focused on Waterford City Centre including priority for investment in the infrastructure to deliver New Bridges connecting the North Quays / wider North Shore & Ferrybank area to the City Centre, Relocation of the Railway Station located on the North Quays with more direct access to city centre on the south shore, improved access into the City Centre for City Bus Services and improved services with more Bus Priority on city streets and through neighbourhoods and development of additional Greenway links through the City Centre, subject to the outcome of environmental assessments and the planning process, including: a. Support the improvements to the public realm and streetscapes. b. Seek investment in the culture, arts and heritage of the City Centre and wider Metropolitan Area, enhancing facilities, infrastructure, attractions and visitor experience for citizens and tourists. Waterford MASP Policy Objective 9 Change will be driven by the focus on making the City Centre more Accessible, Vibrant and Attractive. Funding from sources such as the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund (URDF) will support specific projects in the City Centre to drive change. The City Centre should become more Accessible through: • New Bridges connecting the North Quays / wider North Shore & Ferrybank area to the City Centre; • Relocated Railway Station to the North Quays with more direct access to city centre on the south shore; • Improved access into the City Centre for City Bus Services and improved services under the new contract with Bus Éireann with more Bus Priority on city streets and through neighbourhoods; • Improved links to the existing Waterford Greenway and the planned Greenway to New Ross and planned cycle route to WIT. The City Centre should become more Vibrant through: • Development of the North Quays adding a mix of uses at high density and creating a new city centre quarter on the north shore of the River Suir; • Urban Regeneration to bring under-used or derelict land and buildings in the city centre and inner areas back into residential use. The Regeneration will bring back more people into the City and a mix of uses which can provide flexible spaces for business and social enterprise, as well as arts and cultural uses; • Active Land Management in the City Centre to support the regeneration process; • Actions to support and develop the primacy of the City Centre for Retail supported by a Joint Retail Strategy for the MASP Area between Kilkenny County Council & Waterford City and County Council. • Actions to deliver Arts and Cultural Space in the Cultural Node and growing Festival Activity bringing more people to the City; A Key Action is to develop A Cultural Quarter for Waterford. The Waterford Cultural Quarter (WCQ) centred on O’Connell Street recognises the existing cultural assets of the area including the Garter Land Arts Centre. Through a partnership approach the WCQ will drive the ongoing regeneration of the area through cultural and mixed use development of this historic quarter of the city. The City Centre should become more Attractive through: • Ongoing Public Realm works improving the quality of the urban environment to make the City more walkable and pedestrian friendly; • Development of Tourism and Heritage facilities around the Viking Triangle and Waterford Glass. City Centre Consolidation and Regeneration Priorities for the City Centre Regeneration include: • Continuation of the ongoing programme of urban renewal in city centre including improvements to public realm and greening of city centre streets • Continued support for a range of measures (such as the Living City Initiative) including reductions in vacancy, re-use of existing buildings, infill and site-based regeneration to provide city centre housing and refurbished floorspace for commercial, educational, cultural and other uses. • Development of tourism sites and facilities, particularly involving the re-use of vacant property • Infrastructure that enables improved accessibility, in particular sustainable modes such as walking and cycling, public transport and multi-modal interchange, which support city centre consolidation including roads, bridges and car parking; • Infrastructure related to economic or skills development (including enterprise and tourism), digital and services infrastructure; • Regeneration works that support transition to a low carbon and climate resilient society, in an urban context
- Southern Regional Assembly | RSES330 7.2 | Development of the North Quays Innovation District Development of the North Quays Innovation District and City Centre Expansion provides an opportunity for Transformational Regeneration for Waterford and the Region through development of a modern highquality riverside city quarter. The North Quays Innovation District provides an opportunity to create a sustainable, compact extension to the City Centre served by an integrated multi-modal transport hub around a re-located railway station and new bridges to greatly improve access to the city centre. The North Quays Innovation District has the potential to become a high profile destination for living, working, shopping and entertainment that will boost Waterford’s profile and provide a new urban district to support integration of the Waterford Metropolitan Area north and south of the river. As an Innovation District and potential Clustering Location, it can provide a regional focus for technological advancement and function as an urban science park. The North Quays Innovation District (North Quays SDZ) comprise 8.23 ha and the SDZ Scheme prepared by Waterford City and County Council estimates that the site could accommodate mixed use development of c200 new housing unit potential, c150,000 sq. City Centre type development including retail, food, office, and c10,000 sq. hotel and leisure. Required infrastructure includes pedestrian and vehicular links from the North Quays to the South bank of the River Suir (averaging 220m river width), relocation of the main City Railway Station to create a new transport hub and provision of road access and internal road network to serve the area. Opportunity for berthing of Cruise Chips may also be considered for the North Quays development. Development of the North Quays Local Authorities and Public Bodies shall implement actions to support the extension of the City centre into the North Quays and develop a vibrant urban centre focused on the North Quays including priority for investment in the infrastructure to deliver New Bridges connecting the City Centre on the south bank of the River. All such development and infrastructure shall address brownfield and contaminated land issues and shall be subject to the outcome of environmental assessments and the planning process. Waterford MASP Policy Objective 10
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