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South Dublin County Development Plan 2022–2028 – Written Statement
The council's development plan written statement: its strategy, policies, objectives and development standards. Variations adopted since are not in this text.
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- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-20288 11.8 Airports and Aerodromes 417 11.9 Climate Change Audit 423 Implementation and Monitoring 425 12.0 Introduction 426 12.1 Overview 426 12.2 Land-Use Zoning Objectives 427 12.3 Natural, Cultural and Built Heritage 442 12.4 Green Infrastructure 459 12.5 Quality Design and Healthy Placemaking 463 12.6 Housing - Residential Development 471 12.7 Sustainable Movement 489 12.8 Community Infrastructure and Open Space 499 12.9 Economic Development and Employment 505 12.10 Energy 512 12.11 Infrastructure and Environmental Services 515 12.12 Monitoring 532
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-20289 In 2028 South Dublin will be a place that our communities are proud of, that our businesses can thrive in and that will help us to live greener and healthier lives.
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- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-202811Introduction, Strategic Vision and Climate Action Vision In 2028 South Dublin will be a place that our communities are proud of, that our businesses can thrive in and that will help us to live greener and healthier lives. Introduction, Strategic Vision and Climate Action
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-202812Introduction, Strategic Vision and Climate Action 278,767 (2016 Census) 323,769 Target Population 2028 215ha Undeveloped Residential Lands 396ha Regeneration Lands 0-14 23% Population Breakdown 15-59 61% 60+ 16% Covers approximately 141.5km2 or almost 63% of the county (including agricultural land) GI 141.5km2 63% 98,387 SDCC 2.99Household Size Regional 2.90 National 2.75 Travel Modes Community 8 Existing Libraries 33 Community Centres over 1500ha Open Space and Parks 107,991 Jobs South Dublin 73% Labour Force 55.5% resident population classified as employed or ‘At Work’ 10.6% Student 8.5% Unemployed Tallaght Major Retail Town Centres Liffey Valley TallaghtEnergy District Bicycle 5% On Foot 13% Train/Luas 3% Car/Van/HGV/MB 62% Bus/Coach 17% 1,351.4ha Employment Lands 627ha undeveloped Population Employment Households Public Open Space 4 regional parks Griffeen Valley Park, Corkagh Park, Dodder Valley Park and Tymon Park 36 Secondary Schools 106 Primary Schools 299,793 (2022 Current Population) Profile of the County (Based on the 2016 Census Data)
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-202813Introduction, Strategic Vision and Climate Action 1.0 Introduction The South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 sets out the land use framework to guide future development within the County with a focus on the places we live, the places we work, and how we interact and move between these places while protecting our environment. The plan includes a vision for the County’s growing communities, places, housing, jobs, sustainable transport and the delivery of services in a manner which promotes climate action and efficient patterns of land use, paying particular attention to the physical, cultural, environmental and social identities that define areas within the County and support their ongoing evolution and integration with each other. The Plan sets out the strategy to co-ordinate and prioritise areas of population growth capable of accommodating up to 45,000 people by 2028 as South Dublin moves towards an additional 80,000 people and 32,000 new homes by 2040 in line with the provisions of National and Regional population targets. 1.1 Profile of the County The Development Plan covers the administrative area of South Dublin County, which is 223 square kilometres in extent. The County extends from the River Liffey to the Dublin Mountains and borders the administrative areas of Dublin City, Fingal, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, Wicklow and Kildare. How should we achieve a compact pattern of growth? How and where should we work? How do we protect our mountain areas/ biodiversity while providing for recreational areas? How should we move in a more sustainable way? 1.2 Statutory Context Purpose and Scope of the Development Plan The Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) sets out the legislative requirements for the making of a Development Plan. The Development Plan must set out an overall strategy for the proper planning and sustainable development of the County and consist of a written statement and plans indicating the development objectives for the area. In making the Plan members are restricted to considering the proper planning and sustainable development of the area to which the Development Plan relates, the statutory obligations of any Local Authority in the area, and any relevant policies or objectives for the time being of the Government or any Minister of the Government. The Act sets out mandatory objectives that must be included in a Development Plan. These include;
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-202814Introduction, Strategic Vision and Climate Action Sustainable settlement / transport strategies Reduce energy demand Reduce anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions Address adaptation to climate change In addition to compliance with National, Regional and Ministerial Guidelines the Plan must include a number of mandatory requirements as set out under Section 10 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000 (as amended). Such Objectives include; The Plan “Must Haves” Zoning of Land Conservation & Protection of the Environment Services for communities Social, community, cultural integration with planning Infrastructure facilitation / provision Regeneration areas Development & Renewal Recreational Amenities Protection of Structures & preservation of character of ACAs Preservation of Landscape Character Core Strategy and Housing Strategy Compliance with objectives of river basin management plans
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-202815Introduction, Strategic Vision and Climate Action The plans / maps in the Development Plan give graphic representation to the policies and objectives in the written statement. Should any conflict arise between the written statement and the plans / maps, the content of the written statement shall take precedence. The South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 has been prepared within a new era for planning policy set out under the Project Ireland 2040 National Planning Framework (NPF) and National Development Plan, the Eastern Midlands Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES) and the Dublin Metropolitan Area Strategic Plan (MASP). Core Strategy The Planning and Development (Amendment) Act 2010 places an obligation on the planning authority to prepare a core strategy. The core strategy must demonstrate that the development objectives in the Development Plan are consistent, as far as practicable, with national and regional development objectives (including housing targets) set out in the National Planning Framework and the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy for the Eastern and Midland Region and with specific planning policy requirements in section 28 guidelines. The core strategy and housing strategy inform the settlement strategy for the County. Environmental Assessments The County Development Plan is also required to be assessed under specific environmental legislation. A formal process of Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) was carried out as part of the preparation of this Development Plan, pursuant to the requirements of the EU SEA Directive (2001 / 42 / EC) and the Planning and Development (SEA) Regulations 2004 (as amended). The SEA process is an integral part of the preparation and making of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028. The Development Plan has been systematically assessed and where necessary, amended. Environmental mitigation measures are included to address any potential significant environmental impacts that were identified. The SEA Environment Report and Statement are separate documents, to be read in parallel with the Plan, once adopted. The SEA process is supported by a Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA). As required by the Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2009), a strategic flood risk assessment was undertaken at County level to inform policy and accompanies the Plan as a separate document. The flood risk areas are also included on the Development Plan Green Infrastructure and Flood Risk map. In compliance with the EU Habitats Directive (92 / 43 / EEC) and EU Birds Directive (79 / 409 / EEC) and Section 177 of the Planning and Development (Amendment) Act 2010, the impacts of the policies and objectives of all statutory land use plans on certain sites that are designated for the protection of nature under EU legislation, must be assessed as an integral part of the process of drafting the plan. This is to
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-202816Introduction, Strategic Vision and Climate Action determine whether or not the implementation of the plan policies could have negative consequences for the habitats or plant and animal species for which these sites are designated. This process, known as Appropriate Assessment (AA), is to determine whether or not the implementation of the plan policies or objectives could have negative consequences for the habitats or species for which these sites, known as Natura 2000 sites, are designated. An Appropriate Assessment screening of the Plan was carried out and determined that a Stage 2 appropriate assessment was required. A Natura Impact Report accompanies the Plan as a separate document. Section 28 Guidelines In accordance with Section 28 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) the policies and objectives of the Minister contained in guidelines regarding planning authority functions under the planning acts were considered in the preparation and making of this Plan and have been implemented in the various chapters of the Plan. It is a requirement under the Planning Acts that the core strategy shows that the development objectives are consistent, as far as practicable, with specific planning policy requirements specified in section 28 guidelines (refer also to Appendix 1). 1.3 Preparation of the South Dublin County Development Plan Having regard to section 12(16), the prescribed process sets out a 99-week timeframe within which to make a Development Plan. As indicated above, the Plan was informed by the Strategic Environmental Assessment, the Appropriate Assessment and the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment. The Act provides for three key periods of public consultation. The Development Plan was subject to a consultation strategy which had particular regard to Covid restrictions. Consultation commenced with the Pre-Draft public consultation from 31st July to 28th September 2020. This included a Strategic Issues Papers booklet, the Mayor’s launch, public webinars, a social media campaign, stakeholder meetings, public meetings by appointment, printed media, virtual public consultation and briefing sessions to the elected members. A dedicated website was developed to facilitate public engagement and a submissions portal provided for online submissions. A total of 227 submissions were received. Following the consideration of the Chief Executive’s Report meetings were held in February 2021 where the Elected Members issued the strategic direction for the preparation of the draft plan. The Draft Plan went on public display for ten weeks in early July 2021 following a number of Development Plan meetings in June. The Chief Executive’s Report on the 302 submissions to the Draft Plan was submitted to members in December 2021 and following their consideration and meetings in March, Material Amendments went out on display in April 2022. The Plan was made on 22nd June 2022 following consideration of the 80 submissions received. The Plan came into effect on 3rd August 2022.
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-202817Introduction, Strategic Vision and Climate Action 1.4 Plan Structure The South Dublin County Development Plan written statement has been structured in a manner which provides for a layered approach to development within the County. The introductory section sets out the role of the County Development Plan, its statutory basis and the strategic vision for the County and how the cross-cutting theme of climate action has been integrated as a key component in all aspects of the Plan. The Core Strategy sets the parameters within which the settlement strategy for the future growth of the County has been developed ensuring consistency with the National Planning Framework (NPF) and Regional Spatial Economic Strategy (RSES). Chapters on Natural, Cultural and Built Heritage and Green Infrastructure set the baseline environment for the County with policies and objectives for the preservation, protection and enhancement of the County’s heritage contributing towards climate action, improved biodiversity and placemaking. In order to deliver the strategic vision in a manner which recognises the baseline (receiving) environment within the County the plan places a strong emphasis on Quality Design and Healthy Placemaking and adopts a South Dublin specific ‘Plan Approach’ for the delivery of successful and sustainable neighbourhoods throughout the County. The Plan Approach aims to ensure that all development within the County is designed and developed around eight key design principles which provide a holistic approach to the delivery of sustainable communities in the form of housing, connected neighbourhoods and sustainable transport modes, community and open space infrastructure, employment opportunities and the promotion of sustainable energy and environmental services. An Implementation and Monitoring section sets out the development standards and safeguards that are required to secure the policies and objectives set out in the Plan. It also identifies monitoring mechanisms which will inform the 2-year review and next County Development Plan. The maps accompanying the Plan provide graphic representation of the policies and objectives in the written statement. The entire County is covered with the relevant zoning objectives and other map-based objectives. Appendix 12: Our Neighbourhoods provides an overview and graphically illustrates objectives, demonstrating the plan approach towards the delivery of sustainable communities within each Neighbourhood Area, which in combination will contribute towards the achievement of the overall vision for the County. The Plan is also supported by a number of accompanying documents which provide the background to the formulation of aspects of policy contained in the Development Plan. These documents, where relevant, will be made available alongside the Development Plan.
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