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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF DEVELOPMENT PLAN MEETING

Thursday, February 04, 2016

MOTION NO. 205

MOTION: Councillor J. Lahart

That the Development Plan 2016-2022 incorporates an intention to refurbish the outbuildings at Rathfarnham Castle and to fully develop the tourist/heritage and amenity value of these buildings and the Castle Grounds

REPORT:

Previous Motions

A range of motions in relation to the use, development and refurbishment of Rathfarnham Castle including its outbuildings and historic features were put to the February 2015 Development Plan Meeting (Motions 137, 141, 143, 144, 382, 383, 384, 385). The motions were either withdrawn or amended in accordance with the recommendations of the Chief Executive.

Ownership & Development of Rathfarnham Castle

Rathfarnham Castle is currently within the ownership of the OPW. The acquisition, use and development of the Castle is beyond the scope of the County Development Plan.

The identification, funding and carrying out of works within the grounds of Rathfarnham Castle would be more relevant and realisable in partnership with the OPW under the South Dublin County Heritage Plan and the South Dublin County Council’s Tourism Strategy.

Recommendation

It is recommended that this motion is not adopted.