COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF LAND USE PLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION SPC

Thursday, May 28, 2020

DED ITEM: R. Dwyer

Update on Draft Biodiversity Action Plan

REPORT:

Biodiversity Action Plan Update

Further to the comprehensive briefing on the Biodiversity Action Plan at the February 2020 SPC, please note that the timeframe outlined at that SPC has been amended in light of the Covid 19 restrictions. The presentation in February outlined a public consultation period from March 26th to April 24th 2020.

Please note the new timeframe for the Biodiversity Action Plan:

Timeline

Update on Programme to SPCs

May 2020

Public Consultation on Draft Biodiversity Action Plan*

June 19th – July 17th

Prepare Chief Executive Report on Submissions received

July 17th – August 31st

Report to SPCs and ACMs on CE Report recommendations

September Meetings

Bring Biodiversity Action Plan to Council for noting

October Council Meeting

* - The Planning Department is preparing a public consultation strategy to reflect the Covid-19 restrictions.