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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF DEVELOPMENT PLAN MEETING

Thursday, February 04, 2016

MOTION NO. 46

MOTION: Councillor R. McMahon

Section 3.13 - Proposed that reference be made to the upgrading of Dodder Valley Park to have similar facilities as other major parks in the county to include facilities such as picnic areas, bicycle parking, allotments, play spaces and to open up the river for viewing at certain points 

REPORT:

Policy C12 of the Draft Plan 2016-2022 supports the provision of a hierarchy of open space and recreational facilities throughout the County, and effective management of same. Objectives under Policy C12 make provision for the promotion of Management Plans to maximise the leisure and amenity resource offered by each of the County’s parks for the continued improvement of the park setting, biodiversity and recreational facilities. In addition, provision is made for developing both active and passive activities, indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, including sports facilities, and play facilities for a range of ages. It is noted that Policy C12 relates to the complete hierarchy of open space in the County, including existing parks such as the Dodder Valley Park, and objectives including support for the provision of play spaces in larger parks to cater for all age groups and abilities (C12 Objective 4) and allotments at suitable locations (C12 Objective 10). It is also noted that C12 SLO2 relates specifically to the promotion of a passive recreational area along the Dodder Valley Park in proximity to the Bawnville, Newbawn and Seskin View estates.

Recommendation

The intention of this motion is addressed under the policies and objectives detailed above; no amendment required to the County Development Plan.