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To ask the Chief Executive to provide a breakdown by area of all data centre developments and expansions that are currently proposed, under assessment or permitted within the county and to outline any assessment undertaken of their cumulative impact on local communities and public infrastructure.
To ask the Chief Executive whether there is any specific policy, guideline or minimum separation distance governing the proximity of large-scale data centre developments to residential properties and, if not, whether the introduction of such guidance is under consideration.
To ask the Chief Executive how the cumulative impact of multiple data centre developments within a particular area is assessed when considering planning applications for new centres.
Tree maintenance works at Cherbury Park Avenue & Beech Grove, Lucan
That this Council acknowledges the ongoing concerns of residents regarding noise associated with data centre developments and recognises the impact that persistent day-time and night-time noise can have on residential amenity and quality of life; calls for the transparent investigation of noise complaints and for appropriate independent noise monitoring, where warranted, with the results made available to affected residents where possible; that the Chief Executive provides a report to Members outlining the Council's current planning, environmental and enforcement oversight of data centre developments within the County, including the mechanisms available to assess and mitigate cumulative impacts on surrounding residential communities.
To ask the Chief Executive to provide an update on the proposed transport hubs within South Dublin County, including the current status of each project, the identification of suitable lands where applicable, and the anticipated timeline for the commencement of works to provide additional car parking.
Arts Programme Update
Arts Programme Update
Application for Arts Grants
Q2 Anti-Social Behaviour Report (for noting)
Q2 Housing Delivery Report (for noting)
Q2 Allocations Report (for noting)
Can the Chief Executive provide an urgent update on the recurring flooding on Esker Road, immediately outside the cottages which occurs during periods of heavy rainfall. It is acknowledged that a road-opening licence is required to facilitate the necessary works however, given the severity and regularity of the flooding can the Council confirm that a plan is now being put in place as a matter of urgency including a timeframe for the required works and any interim measures that can be taken pending completion?
Can the Chief Executive provide an update on the current programme for Lucan House, including surveys or studies completed, planned works, funding opportunities and the anticipated timeline for determining its future tourism, heritage and community use?
Cathaoirleach's Business
To ask for a headed item on what happens next in relation to the Masterplan for Lucan House and that councillors have an opportunity to ask questions of the Manager presenting the headed item.
To ask for an update on the landscaping at the end of Elderberry Finnstown and any Council schedule of work planned or carried out.
To ask for an update on the Limestone at the Village Green, as some residents have raised apparent staining of the stone.
Can the Chief Executive provide a breakdown of existing and planned Age Friendly housing within the Lucan area compared with other areas of the County, including provision relative to the older population in each area and advise whether the current and planned level of provision in Lucan is considered sufficient to meet future demand?
That the Chief Executive examine the restoration of the former caretaker's house within Esker Cemetery, Lucan including identifying and applying for appropriate external funding and explore suitable future uses for the building which would respect its heritage and cemetery setting and bring this Council-owned asset back into beneficial use.
That the Chief Executive write to the NTA to revisit the proposal for a pilot dedicated school bus service for Lucan having regard to continued population growth, pressure on the bus network and the concentration and expansion of schools in the area. This Council further requests that a meeting be sought with the NTA involving management and/or local Councillors to discuss the feasibility of such a pilot.