COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF SDZ, LAPS AND PLANNING PROJECTS

Friday, January 26, 2018

MOTION NO. 280

MOTION: Councillor L. O'Toole

Adamstown Extension

That the name placed on the extension of the Clonburris SDZ is renamed to suit the geographical of the Area as ‘Adamstown’ is a separate development zone.

The following name to be inserted into the Clonburris SDZ plan

“Cloburris Griffeen Park Extension”

and removed

“Adamstown Extension”

Co-signed Cllr Guss O Connell & Cllr Paul Gogarty

REPORT:

Response

One of the key principles of the Draft Planning Scheme is

“To avail of a unique opportunity to create a multi-faceted new community in South Dublin County, promoting best practice in place making and sustainable development, cognisant of the existing centres and communities of Adamstown, Lucan, Clondalkin and Liffey Valley;”

In this context, the Adamstown Extension area name was choosen for the Planning Scheme document to reflect its character which is similar to Adamstown in terms of scale and density. New developments in the area will have to have regard to the naming and numbering policies of SDCC.

While the responsibility for proposing naming of new developments rests with the developer, the SDCC advises developers of requirements and approves the eventual scheme.

It is Council policy that the name chosen for a development must reflect the local and/or historical context of the area in which it is located. This should be done in a manner that is not overly obscure or difficult to relate to. This can be achieved by reference to local history; the townland, parish or other long-established name, past industry or employment in the area, local topography, or a well-known association of a significant historical individual, event or custom from the local area. Local history societies or a local library may be able to offer advice.

The name proposed must also not duplicate or be easily confused with an existing name in the County. This is in the interests of owners, occupiers, visitors, service and utility providers and for rapid emergency service provision.

It is considered that the renaming of the Adamstown Extension area reflects the character of the Adamstown in design, scale and density terms, and as such, no change is required.

 

Recommendation

It is recommended that this motion is not adopted.

Strategic Environmental Assessment of Chief Executive’s Recommendation

No interaction with Strategic Environmental Objectives.

Appropriate Assessment Screening of Chief Executive’s Recommendation

No likely significant effects on European sites within the SDZ’s zone of influence are predicted.