COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL
MEETING OF SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL
Monday, September 22, 2014
HEADED ITEM NO.8
PART 8 REPORT ON CLONDALKIN ROUND TOWER PROJECT
REPORT:
Report on the Public Consultation under Part 8 of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 2001-2012 for Proposed Development of Clondalkin Round Tower Visitors’ Centre and Public Gardens at Millview Terrace and Tower Road in Clondalkin, Dublin 22
A full report is appended including the following sections:
- Requirement for Part 8 Consultation process for the proposed development under the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations 2001-2012
- Appendix of application drawings and documents.
- Observations and submissions received with responses under subject / item headings.
- County Architects Report to Council including the report of the Conservation Officer.
- Summary of Observations, Submissions and Responses
- Recommendations to Council on Part 8 Approval
The report Conclusions and Recommendations section are provided below:
Observations and Submissions – summary
The issues raised by the above parties were largely supportive of proposed development and the detailed concerns will be addressed as detailed in the report.
Report Conclusions and Recommendations
The proposed development provides a timely opportunity for the fabric of the existing buildings to be repaired, refurbished and re-used, while retaining the integrity and architectural importance of the group of structures which are located within the proposed development site.
The works proposed will be carried out in accordance with established good practice for conservation and to a high quality conservation specification.
The design of the new build and overall context of the proposed development allows a very important historical, archaeological, architectural and cultural site to be maintained and utilised in a very positive and viable manner.
The County Architects Report and the Report of the Conservation Officer is appended in support of the conclusions and recommendations, and too provide additional information.
As the proposed development is in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, and supports a positive and viable initiative, it is recommended that the development is approved by the Council in accordance with the Public Consultation under Part 8 of the Local Government (Planning and Development) Regulations2001-2012 as published and reported.