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To ask the Manager of any refurbishment plans of Protected Structures and/or heritage buildings owned by SDCC, aimed at bringing them back into community or housing use, in the LEA, planned for 2026?
Given the imminent large population increase expected in the greater Lucan area (including parts of Adamstown and Clonburris SDZ's) which has yet to be built, I am calling on the Manager to develop plans or funding (or to flag existing, external sources of such funding with Councillors) dedicated to creating linkages between existing and established community groups in the older parts of Lucan, with the newer communities and groups, in order to share experiences, create linkages and friendships, explore collaborations and cultural richness, and overall enhance both newer and older communities.
To ask the Chief Executive to provide:
The number of Internation Protection Accommodation (IPAS) centres in the Lucan Electoral Area
Of these how many are:
(a) operated by South Dublin County Council/DRHE, and
(b) operated by private providers
To call on the Manager to return the area designated a 'bus stop' that is not associated with any bus stop, which is currently in front of the line of shops on the R835 in Lucan village just east of the crossroads in the village, to demarcated car-parking spaces. The more westerly bus stop area functions well because a bus stop is located at it, but the more easterly bus stop area has no associated buses linked to it, and it is a serious loss to the local businesses in terms of customer parking.
To call on the Manager to update this committee on preparation, any steps taken, meetings held with local businesses, and any relevant timelines for implementation of the targeted Economic Recovery Plan for Lucan Village businesses that was passed following my successful motion in November 2025. This plan was aiming to address the long-term impact of recent roadworks and planning schemes on footfall and growth.
To ask the Chief Executive, given the imminent opening of the Swimming Pool at Lucan Leisure Campus, what engagement, if any, has taken place to date in relation to pricing and concessions, following the indicative concessions referenced in response to my question of May 2025, and if no such engagement has yet taken place when this will occur, and to confirm what concessions will be in place on opening, and whether they will make a statement on the matter?
To ask the Manager for the results to the test carried out late 2025/early 2026 by SDCC of the water source in Lucan Demesne that runs under the road at the end of Tandy's Lane, by the "Bath House" in Lucan Demesne, joining the River Liffey to the North, and to report back on the water quality and chemical composition. Using 18th C scientific sources, we may be able to use this information to prove (or disprove) that this is the original "spa" discovered during the 18th century, despite another spa water found near the Spa Hotel and a second in what is now the park beside Sarsfield Park, as the chemical composition of each differed slightly.
To ask the Manager for a firm commitment to immediately return the wooden sculpture that previously stood in Lucan village green, to the green, on completion of the works, as promised by SDCC Management to both previous and current Councillors. The "look" of the village green has been drastically altered by the recent redesign, but it should be perfectly possible to choose a suitable location in the new green for the sculpture, as it is a valued part of street art by Lucanian's.
That this Committee calls on South Dublin County Council to install secure storage cages in Airlie Park and Beech Park to support badly needed storage at these locations.
To ask for a report on the totals of derelict site levies collected in the LEA in 2025, with a breakdown on the rough age of construction of the properties, and if any of the properties are on the Protected Structures list for SDCC.
Cathaoirleach's Business
That this committee request the Chief Executive report on progress to date in delivering the sports changing room pavilion programme in the LEA, including the current status of the pavilion at Griffeen Valley Park, previously programmed for delivery in early Q1 2026, and an outline plan with indicative timelines for the delivery of the remaining pavilion units within the LEA, including how remaining locations will be prioritised for delivery, given that public park pitches used by local clubs do not have access to toilet or changing facilities.
That SDCC replace faded pole numbers on public lighting columns where they are faded or removed and unidentifiable.
That SDCC extend the flexi wands outside Palmers Gate apartments to eliminate the illegal right hand turns into the and out of the complex at Kennelsfort Road lower
That this Area Committee requests that the Chief Executive arrange an early meeting between relevant Council management, representatives of the Mens Shed Lucan and local councillors.
This meeting is sought in light of the significant work undertaken to date in identifying a suitable location and facility for the Mens Shed Lucan. A coordinated engagement at this stage would be beneficial to all parties in progressing the project addressing any outstanding issues and supporting the delivery of this important community initiative.
CONFIRMATION AND REAFFIRMATION OF MINUTES - FOR APPROVAL
CHIEF EXECUTIVE'S REPORT - FOR NOTING
(a) Chief Executive's Report
(b) Statistics Report
(c) Finance Report
That this Area Committee agree to install bollards at new primary health care centre.
How does the Council respond in cases where a resident does not want trees planted directly in front or along the side of their property? Will permission be obtained from the resident before planting commences?
That the right hand section of Ballinascorney Rd from the Old Mill down towards the former Tanning Factory be included on the list for tree planting to improve the aspect of this stretch of the public realm.