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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF DEVELOPMENT PLAN MEETING

Tuesday, May 04, 2010

MOTION NO. 86

MOTION: Councillor E. Tuffy

That 2.5.9 Renewable Energy, as adopted in the Draft Plan adopted in September 2009 be amended as follows:

Amend the last two sentences in the second paragraph, from “The Council will also have regard…” to “… success of these endeavours” to read

“ In evaluating, or making determinations, on any proposals relalting to the exploitation/use of renewable energy resources within the County, the Council will have regard to the Wind Energy Development Guidelines for Planning Authorities(2006) and any other relevant legislation or guidelines that may be published from time to time. The Council will ensure that the scientific and technical aspects of any renewable energy proposals, including claims made in regard to viability, sustainability, self sufficiency, are independently investigated by the Council or an independent expert on behalf of the Council. This will encourage best practice development to ensure the sustainability and long term success of such endeavours.”

REPORT:

The proposed amendment is considered reasonable.

 

Manager’s Recommendation:

It is recommended that the amendment be inserted in the Draft Plan as proposed.