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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

Monday, May 09, 2016

MOTION NO.7

MOTION: Councillor E. O'Brien

Noting the significant rise in children benefitting from the ECCE scheme which is expected from September 2016, this Council, in its capacity as planning authority is asked to;

1.Expedite all pre planning consultation requests from Childcare facilities providers in relation to proposals to extend opening hours, to increase capacity or to provide new facilities

2.Assist in any way possible any applications in respect of childcare facilities currently in existence in an effort to ensure that the increased volume of children likely to access this scheme are catered for. 

REPORT:

The Planning Section of the Council operates a pro-active pre-planning service and is in a position to offer advice and guidance as per the sentiments of the motion.  To date there has been no significant increase in planning activity in this area but resources and expertise are in place to deal with any increase should it occur.