COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL
MEETING OF SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL
Monday, July 13, 2015
HEADED ITEM NO. 12
HEADED ITEM: C. Services Department
PART 8s
Part 8 - Saggart Village
Part 8 - Rathfarnham Village Improvement Works
Part 8 - Lucan Village Improvement Works
Part 8 - Grange Castle Internal Road
REPLY:
Proposed New Works
Notice Under Planning and Development Act 2000 to 2011
Public Consultation Procedure & under Part VIII of the Planning
and Development Regulations 2001 - 2013
Pursuant to the requirements of the above, Notice is hereby given of
the proposal to construct the following scheme
by South Dublin
County Council
:
A new Village Plaza at the junction of the public park
with Main Street and a new Plaza at Mill Road closing off
vehicular access from Mill Lane to Mill Road, providing
local access only at Mill lane in Saggart, Co. Dublin as
follows:
(1) New Village Plaza at the junction of the public park with Main
Street across from the junction with Mill Lane, Saggart, Co
Dublin
Works to include:
- New Village Plaza with high quality paving layout and
upgraded kerbing
- New benches, trees, public lighting and bollards
- Removing 2No on street parking spaces
(2) New Plaza at Mill Road closing off vehicular access from Mill
Lane to Mill Road, providing local access only lane
prioritising pedestrians and new paving from the junction
with Main Street to the junction with Mill Road
Works to include:
- New Plaza with high quality paving and upgraded
kerbing
- New trees, public lighting and bollards
- New paving along length of laneway
The proposed works are within the curtilage of the following Protected
Structure on the Record of Protected Structures in the South Dublin
County Development Plan 2010 – 2016:
- Old Forge Bed and Breakfast, Mill Road, Saggart, described as
former terrace of four two-bay, two storey houses, Map
Reference No 320.
The proposed works will not materially affect the external appearance
or the character of this structure.
Saggart Village is a zone of Archeological Potential.
Plans and particulars of the proposed schemes will be available for
inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of
making a copy from during the period from
31st March 2015 to 12th
May 2015
at: South Dublin County Council, County Hall, Tallaght,
Dublin 24 (between the hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday to
Thursday and 9.00am - 4.30pm on Friday) The plans and particulars
can be viewed on South Dublin County Council’s website –
www.sdcc.ie
Written submissions or observations with respect to the
proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and
sustainable development of the area in which the developments would
be situated, may be made in writing to arrive no later than
5pm on 26th
May 2015 to
:
The County Architect
Architectural Services Department
South Dublin County Council
County Hall
Tallaght
Dublin 24
DATE SITE NOTICE ERECTED:
31st March 2015
It should be noted that the Freedom of Information Act applies to all records
held by South Dublin County Council.
All advertised information, maps and drawings in relation to South Dublin
County Council is available on our website 24 hours a day seven day a week.
Context:
Saggart Village is included in the 9 traditional villages of South Dublin
County Council identified for the Villages Initiative. The works which
are the subject of this Part VIII are part of this programme of design
and works intended to improve the villages in social, economic and
environmental performance.
The Village Initiative intends to encourage and grow community
involvement and partnership to complement and energise Council
environmental and maintenance programmes and develop new
projects. These new projects will help to develop the villages as the
accessible focus of walking and amenity networks for their adjoining
communities.
The village and town centres can become more open and accessible,
facilitating walking and cycling, increasing footfall and encouraging
social and community encounters and interaction in festivals,
performances and open-air markets.
The promotion of quality, choice and diversity in goods, services and
recreation in a lively, well-maintained setting, will attract more locals
and visitors alike adding to the vibrancy and vitality of successful urban
life.
Village surveys and a SWOT analysis of 9 Villages have identified a
number of key areas requiring attention in order to build on the villages
existing strengths. These include the need for improved landscaping,
prioritisation of open spaces, greater legibility and ease of access.
Works contracts are being rolled out to address these short comings to
aid in the revitalisation of the villages from the point of view of
improving public realm and green infrastructure, removing clutter and
improving accessibility and safety for pedestrians.
The environmental activity of landscape, public realm and quality of
buildings and shopfronts will be improved through design, capital
projects and grant-aid. Support is available for Tidy Towns, community
projects and festivals, to grow community support.
The implementation of this programme will be led by the Architectural
Services Department but will involve a multidisciplinary approach and a
steering group involving all of the key staff covering public realm,
planning, heritage, community has now been established.
Project Description
The proposed works include a new village plaza on Main Street at
the public park, a new plaza at Mill Road closing off access from
Mill Lane to Mill Road, alterations and improvements to paving,
kerbing, trees, public lighting and bollards.
(1) On Main Street at the public park
It is proposed to enhance the public realm here to include a new public
plaza with good quality paving, stone kerbs, benches and a regular
pattern of trees and bollards. This will become an amenity area in the
village, improving the experience for the visitor and providing a setting
for public events and gatherings.
This will improve the connection between the village and the existing
park, a popular and well cared for local amenity.
In addition, the paving will be upgraded at the existing bus stops here
and accessible kerbs will be provided.
The area of the proposed village plaza, is outlined in red and totals
386sqM
Photo of the Location for the new Village Plaza
(2) Along Mill Lane
It is proposed to provide an alternative walking route through the village
and improve access for pedestrians along the lane by creating a
shared surface on the lane which will prioritise pedestrians. Closing the
vehicular access from Mill Lane on to Mill Road will reduce traffic in this
area and improve accessibility and safety for pedestrians walking along
the lane. Additional trees will be planted to soften the landscaping. The
plaza at the Mill Road can be used by the restaurant as an area for
dining in the warmer months providing interest and activity in this part
of the village.
The area of the proposed plaza at Mill Road and the works to Mill
Lane, is outlined in red and totals 918sqM.
Photo of the Location for the new public Plaza at Mill Road
The overall estimated project budget for the village improvement works
and is €390,000.
Please refer to the attached drawings for details:
Statutory
Protections
The proposed works include a new village plaza on Main Street at the
public park, a new plaza at Mill Road closing off access from Mill Lane
to Mill Road, alterations and improvements to paving, kerbing, trees,
public lighting and bollards in Saggart Village.
The proposed works on Mill Lane are within the curtilage of the
following Protected Structure on the Record of Protected Structures in
the South Dublin County Development Plan 2010 – 2016:
- Old Forge bed and Breakfast, Mill Road, Saggart, described as
former terrace of four two-bay, two storey houses, Map
Reference No 320.
Dating from 1880 according to the National Inventory of Architectural
Heritage. The proposed works will not materially affect the external
appearance or the character of this structure.
Photo of the Old Forge Bed and Breakfast 2002
Courtesy of The Local Studies Section Of South Dublin Libraries
‘It is the policy of the council to conserve and protect areas designated
as areas of archaeological potential.’
In addition to the above statutory protection, Saggart village is a Zone
of Archaeological Potential and is therefore subject to statutory
protection in the Record of Monuments and Places, established under
Section 12 of the National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994. This is
referred to in the Council’s Record of Monuments and Places (R.M.P.)
(Recorded Monument Reference No. DU021-034) under the South
Dublin County Development Plan 2010 - 2016 – Schedule 1, Record of
Monuments and Places, referred to as a “Village”. Any proposals to
develop and excavate the site would require a license, applied for by
an archaeologist, predevelopment testing and supervision of all subsurface
site works by an archaeologist.
Development Plan
An extract from the South Dublin County Council Development
Plan 2010-2016
The proposed development site is beside red and yellow coloured
areas, respectively zoned to “protect, provide for and/or improve Local
Centre facilities”, and to “protect and/or improve Residential Amenity”.
The protected structures are identified by a number within a green
hexagon, number 320 being the relevant number.
The Zone of Archaeological Potential is indicated by an orange line.
The proposed works align with the objectives and statutory protections
outlined above and will continue to protect and enhance the
significance of the village.
Previous
consultations
The schemes were presented in sketch form to the Area Committee
Meeting in September 2014, Headed Item 14 Item ID 40547: Report on
Village Improvement Plan Projects. The proposals were approved in
principle.
South Dublin County Council Roads Department have been consulted
and are part of the team working to deliver this proposal.
Project Partners
Department of Land Use Planning and Transportation
Department of Economic, Enterprise and Tourism Development
Local Community and residents
Site / Services
All major existing services runs have been identified for the design.
Constraints:
Local alterations may be required when on site investigations establish
precise location of utilities and any archaeological findings.
Schedule of Part 8
Submissions
Received
The following is the list of the parties submitting formal written
observations or submissions under the provisions of the Part VIII
Consultation, as provided for in the legislation. [ see Site Notice /
Public Notice text as displayed above ]. Observations made during the
consultation process have also been included.
1. Mr. D Crone, Resident of Mill Road, Saggart
2. Dept of Arts Heritage and the Gaeltacht
3. Saggart Village Residents Association
4. Saggart Heritage Group
Part 8 Submissions
& Commentary
Summary of observations and submissions made under Part VIII
Resident has expressed concern with accessing his property on
Mill Road which is opposite the location of the proposed plaza. He
uses Mill Lane at present.
We referred this to our traffic section. We will arrange a meeting and
endeavour to facilitate safe access to this resident’s property.
Archaeological Monitoring shall consist of the following:
SDCC will employ a qualified archaeologist to monitor groundworks.
Should archaeological material be found, works on site may be
stopped pending a decision on how best to deal with the archaeology
and SDCC will notify Dept of Arts Heritage and the Gaeltacht.
The Planning Authority and Dept of Arts Heritage and the Gaeltacht
shall be furnished with a report describing the results of monitoring.
Request for lighting on the pathway leading to Parc Mhuire:
Public lighting in the area will be upgraded as part of the villages plan.
Request for suitable Anchor and power supply for Christmas tree:
This will be provided.
Request for same stonework on the paths both sides of Main
Street:
The paving here was upgraded previously. It is in good condition and
will not be replaced as part of these works. It will however be cleaned
and repaired where required so that it ties in with the new plaza.
Maintenance Programme for paved and green areas:
Regular maintenance will be carried out by SDCC public realm crew for
the area.
Need for a traffic management plan for Mill Lane to allow for
deliveries and access for residences and to restrict parking:
This has been raised with SDCC Traffic Section; loading times will be
restricted and notified. For example ‘Restricted, local access only’
signage will be placed at the entrance to Mill Lane. Bollards and
enforcement notices will be used to stop parking.
The issue of an overflowing manhole on approach road to Main
Street:
This has been raised with SDCC Roads Maintenance and will be
investigated and resolved.
The Forge Link Road should be fully accessible to residents:
This does not form part of this project but will be investigated.
The Village centre should be pedestrian safe:
It is the main aim of these improvement works to provide a pedestrian
focused village centre which is accessible and safe. The new plaza will
provide a civic space which can act as a focal point for a Christmas
tree and village events.
Request for a crossing at Mill Road to Swiftbrook/Rathcoole Park:
This was not included in this proposal and has been referred to SDCC
traffic Management Section for consideration.
Observations and Submissions – summary
The issues raised by the above parties and the detailed concerns will
be addressed as reported above. I recommend approval of the Plan.