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Report on Proposed Material Alterations to the Draft Louth

County Development Plan 2015-2021

June 2015

Table of Contents

Part 1

Introduction Page 1

Part 2

Legislative Requirements Page 1

Part 3

List of Proposed Material Alterations to Written Statement

Part 4

List of Proposed Material Alterations to Tables in Written Statement Page 17

Part 5

List of Proposed Material Alterations to Maps Page 24

Part 6

List of Proposed Material Alterations to RPS Page 28

Part 7

Environmental Statement on the Proposed Material Alterations Page 41

Part 8

Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Page 86

Appendix 1 - Maps

Part 1 Introduction

This document focuses on the proposed amendments made by the Elected Members of Louth County Council following consideration of the draft Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021, the Chief Executives Report on submissions received as well as workshops and Council meetings. It consists of amendments to the written statement, amendments to maps, amendments to the Record of Protected Structures and a revised Strategic Flood Risk Assessment. This report also contains a statement on any significant environmental impacts from the proposed material amendments.

There are 3 stages in the review process. These are detailed below.

Stage 1 – Pre-Draft• Background work, data gathering• Initial notification in newspaper of planning authority intention to prepare a new Development Plan.• Public consultation including prescribed bodies, service provider etc.• Report to members outlining the Chief Executive’s response on issues raised in public consultation and

recommendations on policies to be included in the development plan.• Making of direction to the Chief Executive by the members regarding the preparation of the plan.• Preparation of environment report (SEA).

Stage 2 – Preparation of Draft Plan Submission, by Chief Executive of a draft plan to members for their consideration Consideration by members of draft plan including the making of amendments by members Sending notice and a copy of the draft plan to specified bodies. Public display of draft plan and

environmental report, and invitation of submissions

Stage 3 –Making of Development Plan• Preparation by the Chief Executive of a report on submissions received.• Consideration by members of the draft plan and managers report.• Making of the development plan by accepting or amending the draft, except where amendment represents a

material alteration of draft plan. In this case material amendments go on public display including amending environmental report if necessary.

• Preparation of Chief Executive’s report on submissions.• Consideration of the amendment and Chief Executive’s report by the elected members. • Members making the plan.

Part 2 Legislative Requirements

Having considered the Draft Louth County Development Plan and the Chief Executive’s Report on submissions received as a result of the public display period, it was resolved by the members at Council meeting on the 9 th June 2015 to amend the Draft Development Plan. It was then determined that some of the amendments would constitute a material alteration to the draft Development Plan. The proposed material alterations are to be on public display for a period of not less than 4 weeks in accordance with Section 12 (7) (ad) (i) of the Planning and Development Act, 2000 (as amended).

Purpose of this Report

The function of this report is to help inform and assist the public and other interested parties in consideration of the proposed material alterations to the Draft Plan.

Written observations or submissions regarding the Material Alterations to the Draft County Development Plan are invited from members of the public and other interested parties. Written submissions or observations must be received between Tuesday 30 th June 2015 and Tuesday 28 th July 2015. The Chief Executive will prepare a report on all submissions or observations received during the above time period and submit this to the Elected Members for their consideration. Having considered the material alterations to the draft and the Chief Executive’s report on submissions received, members will make the new Louth County Council Development Plan 2015-2021.

Outline of Report

The proposed amendments consist of material alterations to the written statement, zoning alterations reflected in map format, amendments to the Record of Protected Structures and revised Strategic Flood Risk Assessment.

In this document changes to the text follow the format of the written statement of the Draft Plan with the relevant Chapter headings, page numbers and submission reference identified where a change is proposed. This has been undertaken in a tabulated format. Omissions from the text are denoted using strikethrough and additions by using red text (bold), see example below. This facilitates comparison between the contents of the Draft Plan and the proposed material alterations to the Draft.

Revise Policy TC 37 To examine the need seek to provide for bus and car based park and ride facilities at a range of locations including motorway interchanges, subject to the availability of funding.

Part 3: List of Proposed Material Alterations

Submission No.

Amendment to Section/Policy No.

Amendment Page No. of Draft

Development Plan

Chapter 2Core Strategy and Settlement Strategy

34 Omit Strategic Land Reserve where appropriate

Revised Text

Remove text from Table 1.1

Refer to Part 5 Material Alterations to Maps

Phasing proposal relates to two phases of development; one for the duration of this plan a second phase “Strategic Reserve” for consideration beyond 2021. The inclusion of such lands as a Strategic Reserve will not in any way imply a prior commitment on the part of Louth County Council regarding their future zoning during the preparation of the subsequent County Development Plan for the period 2021-2027.

Refer to Part 4 Material Alterations to Table

Pg 19 Section 2.10

61 Requirement for a Core Strategy

Diagrammatic Map

Requirement for Composite Maps

Revise Policy SS9



To promote and facilitate limited development within Level 3 Settlements that is commensurate with the nature and extent of the existing settlement to support their role as local service centres and to implement the policies and objectives relative to each settlement as provided for in Appendix 2.

Pg 30

121 Revise Policy SS22 In those cases where for financial or other reasons, construction has been suspended on a rural dwelling indefinitely, the council will consider removing restrictions on the purchase of such dwellings to permit their completion. In all cases the council must be satisfied that works are in situ. The Planning Authority will only consider the lifting of occupancy conditions by way of a planning application made to the effect of seeking the retention and completion of the dwelling together with removal of the occupancy condition. The Planning Authority in assessing

Pg 40

such cases must be satisfied that there is genuine hardship arising from the inability of the applicant to dispose of the property. As such the authority will require;

Written evidence from the financial institution responsible for the applicant’s financial affairs verifying the nature and scale of the difficulties being encountered. In cases where there is a health problem which necessitates disposal of the property, the application should be supported by relevant documentation from a registered medical consultant.

Sales of dwellings qualifying under these extreme circumstances will not attract the requirement that potential purchasers must be eligible under the appropriate qualifying criteria for the area. This shall not apply in those cases where a planning permission has expired, is applicable only where the planning authority is satisfied that works commenced prior to 1st February 2012 and this provision shall cease to have effect from 16 th

November 2015.

151 Revise Policy SS53

Revise Policy SS54

To prevent the creation of ribbon development by not permitting more than four houses in a row along any public road. A minimum gap of 400 150 metres shall be maintained between such developments. An exception to this requirement may be considered where the dwelling is required to meet the housing needs of a son/daughter/foster child of a qualifying landowner and where the planning authority is satisfied that there is no other suitable site available on the landholding

To preserve a clear break of a minimum of 400 150 metres between the boundary of existing settlements and any permitted development along adjoining roads.

Pg 49

Pg 49

156, 157,

164,165

Amend Table 2.5 Refer to Part 4 Material Alterations to Tables Pg 18

160, 196, 222

Amend Table 2.5 & 2.6

Refer to Part 4 Material Alterations to Tables Pg 18 & 20

210 Revise Policy SS14 To require a minimum site area of 0.2ha (0.5 acres) for each residential unit within Level 4 Rural Settlements where serviced by an individual waste water treatment plant.

Pg 31

222 Additional words to be included in SS10

To provide for the construction of one-off type houses within Level 4 Rural Settlements in order to assist in satisfying a housing and county based local area need within a

Pg 31

222 &128

Requirement for a Core Strategy Diagrammatic Map

Revise Text

Revise Text

structured but low density environment as an alternative to the development of scattered one –off housing.


Applicants are the son or daughter of a qualifying landowner, or a niece or nephew of a childless single person or childless couple of a qualifying landowner. One house only shall be granted in the case of a niece or nephew. The applicant must demonstrate a rural housing need and show that they do not already own a house or have not owned a house within the rural area of the county for a minimum of 5 years prior to making an application.

Definition of Qualifying Land OwnerFor the purposes of this Plan, Qualifying Landowner is defined as being where a person owned a landholding of at least 3 hectares for a minimum of 25 10 years.

Section 2.19.1Pg 34

Pg 40Section 2.19.5

Chapter 3Rural Development and Natural Resources

66 Revise Policy RD16

Additional Wording RD17

To support sustainable tourism enterprises that are developed at appropriate locations in conjunction with established rural activities and to facilitate the development of agri tourism.

To increase the quality of beaches in the County and in so doing contribute to the development of the tourism industry and to the enjoyment of the facilities subject to compliance with the provisions of the EU Habitats Directive, Water Framework Directive and Marine Strategy Framework Directive.

Pg 75

Pg 77


To encourage farmers already in REPS or any subsequent scheme, such as GLAS, to continue participation in the interests of environmental protection and the safeguarding of sensitive and rural landscapes.

Pg 69

58 & 161 Revise Policy RD39

To consider developments falling within the following categories; limited one-off housing*, agricultural developments, extensions to existing authorised uses and farms, appropriate farm diversification projects; developments to be used for leisure, recreation and tourism; holiday accommodation including cottages and lodges where these are part of an existing or proposed integrated tourism complex; hotels/ guest houses / B & B’s (only where the proposal involves the re-use or diversification of an existing building); extensions to existing authorised commercial and industrial developments; renewable energy schemes, public utility infrastructure, certain resource based and location specific developments of significant regional or national importance and, critical infrastructure projects. Nursing homes/analogous services ** and Economic Business zone at Carrickcarnon.***

Multi-unit residential, conventional industrial and commercial development appropriate to existing settlements, developments directly adjacent to rural motorway interchanges would not be considered appropriate within this zone.

*Refer to Section 2.19.1 for Qualifying Criteria

** In the location identified by ??? dot on Map 3.1 entitled’ Development Zones’.

*** In the location identified by ??? dot on Map 3.1 entitled ‘Development Zones’.Refer Part 5 Material Alterations to Maps

Pg 86

Chapter 4Residential and Community Facilities

58 Revise Policy RES 45

To require that nursing homes/ analogous services are located within Dundalk, Drogheda, Ardee, Dunleer and level 3 Settlements. In exceptional circumstances where suitable the re-use of existing buildings shall be considered.

Pg 115

110 Additional Text The Council will support the development of a best practice brochure/ manual for designing dwelling houses which includes the principles of universal design. The brochure/ manual should be developed in conjunction with DKIT and Louth County Council. That best practice in town planning and design will

Pg 103 Section 4.10.1

also be considered in the design of the public realm.

117 Additional wording to RES40

To co-operate with the Department of Education and Skills in the identification of need and provision of school sites and in accordance with relevant national guidance.

Pg 113

Chapter 5Heritage (Natural & Built)

45,109, 119, 205

Revise Table 5.8

Revise Map 5.9 accordingly

TWSAV 15: New Mellifont Abbey Woods

TWSAV: One Mile Wood, Newtownstalaban*,*It is an objective of the plan to make a Tree Preservation Order for trees at Newtownstalaban

Refer to Part 4 Proposed Material Alterations to Tables


Pg 138

N.B procedures are in train for this TWSAV 33 it is proposed that it goes to the July meeting and may be passed thus not necessitating the need for the objective to be included

66 Revise Policy HER4

The Local Authority will ensure that a screening for Appropriate Assessment (AA) on all Plans and Projects and or Stage 2 Appropriate Assessment (NIS/NIR) where appropriate, is undertaken to make a determination. Natura 2000 sites located outside of the County but within 15 km of proposed development site should also be included in such screenings. All screening assessments submitted to the planning authority shall include a written statement indicating control methods proposed to prevent the spread of invasive species onto a Natura 2000 site.

Pg 124


Include Trees East of Termonfeckin

To protect trees and woodlands of special amenity value and to review and where appropriate put in place make a Tree Preservation Order(s) for this propose in relation to trees of special amenity value (including those identified as Possible Tree Preservation Orders in the Level 3 Settlements) or any other tree(s) of amenity value where the planning authority considers such trees to be at risk.

Refer to Part 4 Proposed Material Alterations to Tables.

Pg 140

TWSAV utilised instead of TP


Additional Tree symbols along Eastern side of Baltray Road, Termonfeckin

Refer to Part 5 Proposed Material Alterations to Maps.

Refer to Part 5 Proposed Material Alterations to Maps


A minimum of 20m wide riparian corridor shall be kept free from development (except for pathways) along the side of each bank of the river for the purposes of habitat protection, maintenance access requirements, flood alleviation and recreational requirements. Any proposed path should be located a minimum of 6m from the top of the river edge.

“All proposed coastal walkways will be required to comply with the Habitats, EIA and SEA Directives”

Pg 173-174

115 New policy to Chapter 5

Existing stone kerbs and paving stones are to be maintained and refurbished as much as possible. Where new kerbs are necessary they are to be of high quality in character with the existing.


Where in exceptional circumstances trees and or hedgerows are required to be removed to facilitate development, there shall be a requirement that each tree felled is to be replaced at a ratio of 10:1 and each hedgerow removed is to be replaced with native species where feasible.

Pg 140

212 New policy after HER22

Omit HER56

New Policy HER56

That a variation of the County Development Plan will be proposed, if required, to make appropriate amendments to the plan, as a result of any recommendations arising from the publication of The Irish Battlefields Project.

To promote the maintenance and the appropriate reuse, renovation and rehabilitation of older buildings which are not protected, but are of architectural or streetscape merit.

To recognise the importance of the contribution of vernacular architecture to the character of a place and promote where feasible the protection, retention and appropriate revitalisation and use of the vernacular built heritage, including structures that contribute to landscape and streetscape character

Pg 145

Pg 166

and discourage the demolition of these structures.

220 New Policy after HER18

To investigate during the lifetime of the Plan the addition of Trees and Woodlands of Special Amenity Value and where appropriate to include in Table 5.8 and Map 5.9.

Pg 140

Chapter 6Economic Development, Tourism & Retail

66

102

102

Revise Policy EDE 20-23

Revise Policy EDE20

Revise Policy EDE23

EDE 20 To promote and facilitate the development of walkways and cycleways at appropriate locations throughout the county utilising disused transport links where feasible.*

EDE 21 To promote and facilitate the development of cycle routes in accordance with The NationalCycle Network Scoping Study 2010.*

EDE 22 To protect the integrity and scenic quality of existing and

future walking and cycling routes and their setting.*

EDE 23 To work in conjunction with adjoining authorities including Newry Mourne & Down, Monaghan and Meath County Councils to extend and design new walking and cycling routes, including towards Newry,

Pg 194

66 Revise Policy EDE 25

Inniskeen and the eastern coastal route to Drogheda and Balbriggan as well as extending the Bru na Boinne Greenway. Ensure all proposals include appraisal of environmental impacts and take full account of the potential for negative impacts on Natura 2000 sites through the process of Habitats Directive Assessment Screening”*

*The above policies EDE 20-23 shall all be subject to compliance with all relevant EU policies such as the Water Framework, Habitats, SEA Directives.

To co-operate with the relevant authorities and government agencies north and south of the border in the provision of Narrow Water Bridge. Policy EDE 25 shall be subject to compliance with all relevant EU policies such as the Water Framework, Habitats, SEA and EIA Directives.

Pg 195

134 Remove Policy EDE 35

To resist the provision of large scale regional developments outside town centres subject to the application of the sequential test and demonstrate that the existing town centre will not be adversely affected.

Pg 202

143 Revise Policy EDE16

To explain, promote and co-operate with all relevant stakeholders to facilitate the development of the Mourne/Cooley/Gullion Geo Tourism Project.

Pg 192

161 Additional Information to Table 6.3

Additional information in relation to Table 6.3 Louth Economic Forum 10 Point Action Plans.

Refer to Part 4 Material Alteration to Tables

Pg 181


“To co-operate with the appropriate authorities and key stakeholders in Northern Ireland to support joint economic initiatives and programmes for the promotion of the region on a cross border basis”.

Pg 180

214 & 222 Remove Policy EDE35


Pg 202

Chapter 7Transport

7, 44, 121, 151, 222

Revised Table 7.4


Pg 220

7 Amend Text In urban areas the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS) will be applied. In all urban roads and streets (that is streets and roads with speed limits of 60kph or less) the Design Manual for Urban Roads


Revise Policy TC2

Revise policy TC7

Include new policy after TC10

Revise Policy TC11

and Streets (DMURS) shall be applied.

To support the implementation of government transport policy as expressed in Transport 21, A Sustainable Transport Future – A New Transport Policy for Ireland 2009-2020, Spatial Planning and National Roads – Guidelines for Planning Authorities 2012, National Cycle Policy Framework 2009, Traffic Transport Assessment Guidelines 2014, Smarter Travel and other relevant policy documents which may evolve during the course of the plan.

To provide and maintain a road hierarchy based on motorway, national routes, regional routes and local roads and to maintain the carrying capacity and lifespan of the road network and ensure high standards of safety for road users and to require that all proposals for development that would be likely to impact significantly on the carrying capacity of national routes be accompanied by traffic impact transport assessment, road safety impact assessment, road safety audits and mobility management plans in accordance with the Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines 2012 and/or the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (2013).

To prohibit the proliferation of non road traffic signage on or adjacent to national roads as per the DECLG Spatial Planning & National Roads Guidelines 2012.

To apply the visibility standards and vehicle dwell area requirements as set out in tables 7.4 and 7.5 and Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets in accordance with the National Roads Authority Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) for the national road network and to ensure that the standards set out in the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS) apply to all Urban Roads and Streets.

Pg 213

Pg 217

Pg 219

Pg 221

44

44 & 111

Revise Policy TC12

Revise Policy TC 18

The policy of the Planning Authority will be to avoid the creation of additional access points from new development or the generation of increased traffic from existing accesses to National Roads and protected Regional Roads to which speed limits greater than 50km/h 60km/h apply. This provision will apply to all categories of development, including individual houses in all control zones within the plan area.

To secure the implementation of the Councils Road Improvement Programme 2015-2021 as detailed in Tables 7.7, 7.8 and 7.9 in consultation and agreement with the Department of Transport and National Roads Authority subject to available funding and to keep free from development all lands identified for the construction and improvement of national, regional and local roads within the county.All proposed transport routes will be required to comply with the Habitats, EIA and SEA Directives.

Pg224

Pg 226

66 Revise Policy TC39

Include new Policy TC42

Include new text after Table 7.8

To support the development and expansion of the ports of Drogheda, Greenore, Dundalk and Clogherhead subject to the preparation of a masterplan and compliance with EU Habitats Directive.

Louth County Council will explore the potential development of Dundalk Port as a centre for future recreation and leisure use.

Proposed new roads included in Table 7.8 shall be subject to compliance with all relevant EU polices such as the Water Framework, Habitats, SEA and EIA Directives.

Pg 237

Pg 237

Pg 225

120 & 125 Revise Policy TC15

To require the provision of car parking spaces for persons with impaired mobility at 5% 10% of the total car spaces and in accordance with Section 7.3.9.2.

Pg 224

121

121, 130

Revise Policy TC37

Revise Policy TC34

To examine the need seek to provide for bus and car based park and ride facilities at a range of locations including motorway interchanges, subject to the availability of funding.

To work in consultation and co-operation with the National Transport Authority (NTA) other public bodies, agencies and community groups, to secure improvements in public transportation and associated infrastructure including bus shelters within the County and greater integration of existing and any new services.

Pg 235

Pg 235

130 New Policy TC12

To require that new and retrofitted cycle infrastructure is designed in line with the recommended approach in the NTA’s National Cycle Manual. Funding for retrofitted infrastructure where appropriate, shall be investigated in consultation with the NTA.

Pg 223 Section 7.3.9.3

140, 93, 152, 153,189, 197

Revise Policy TC32

Revise Policy TC33

To secure in cooperation with Iarnród Éireann improved Rail Services in County Louth, particularly for the mid and south Louth areas

To support the improvement of Rail based Park & Ride facilities as required in Dundalk & Drogheda and in conjunction with any existing/new Railway Stations located in the County.

Pg 234

Pg 234

209 Revise Policy TC29

To support and facilitate where appropriate, the network of electric vehicle supporting infrastructure across County Louth in accordance with national policy on the promotion of electric vehicles requiring that EV ducting for 10% of all car parking spaces is provided for in all car parks.

Pg 231

Chapter 8Environment

66 Include new policy after ENV 4

To promote the future development of County Louth in such a manner as to support climate change mitigation measures through the implementation of infrastructure to designated settlements.

Pg 239

Chapter 9Energy and Communications

29 New Policy after EnCo4

Where existing and proposed high voltage lines traverse sensitive rural landscapes consideration should be given to locating them underground where technically feasible, economically viable and environmentally appropriate, in the interest of residential and visual amenity.

Pg 261

66, 111, 113, 124,

Revise Policy EnCo12

“The Council will aim to produce a Renewable Energy Strategy for County Louth during the lifetime of this Development Plan. This strategy shall have regard to “A Methodology for Local Authority Renewable Energy Strategies” SEAI and shall be compliant with the requirements of SEA and Habitats Directives”

Pg 263

113,222, 134

113

Revise Policy EnCo4

Additional new policy after EnCo4

To require the under-grounding of electrical cables within new residential, commercial or civic developments. Where existing and proposed high voltage lines traverse new residential, commercial or civic developments, consideration should be given to locating them underground where technically feasible, economically viable and environmentally appropriate, in the interest of residential and visual amenity.


Pg 261

Pg261

121 Additional wording to policy EnCo17

To encourage and support the use of solar energy technologies in all new and proposed retrofit developments taking place in County Louth.

Pg 267

Chapter 10Water Services

210 New Policy Private Waste Water Treatment facilities other than single house systems will not be permitted except in the following limited circumstances. Consideration may be given to granting permission for private waste water/communal facilities in developments managed by suitable institutions.

Section 10.3.2 Pg 288

Volume 2Settlement Plans

101, 179 New Policy CAR15

To Develop the Carlingford Library Chapter 4 Pg 21

151 New Policy CAR16

To promote and develop a bypass road from Shilties Lough on the Greenore Road to the Grove Road at the sewerage works.

Chapter 4 Pg 21

134 Omit Policy CAR13

New Policy CAR13

Revise Policy OTH 15

To seek to alleviate traffic congestion and inadequacies in parking provision during peak periods

To seek to alleviate traffic congestion and inadequacies in parking provision and improve provision for pedestrians and cyclists through the implementation of an agreed traffic management plan with relevant stakeholders.

To facilitate with service providers, an expansion of the existing public transport services and other such measures such as the provision of bus shelters and

Chapter 4 Pg 21

Chapter 4 Pg 21

Chapter 11 Pg 47

bus lay-bys.

Appendix 12

158 New Opportunity Site in the Draft Retail Strategy (OS4)Additional text

Opportunity Site 4 (OS4) Super Valu and building fronting onto Market Street.

The site is bounded by Market Street to the East and Ash Walk to the South.

Within the Ardee Local Area Plan 2010-2016, the site is zoned as ‘Town Centre’ the Objective of which is ‘To Provide, protect and enhance town centre facilities and enable town centre strengthening’

The buildings fronting Market Street are located within an Archaeological Conservation Area. The site is located along Ardee’s Core shopping area as designated by this Retail Strategy.

The site is presently occupied by Super Valu, associated car-parking and a number of buildings fronting onto Market Street. The total site extends to 1.4 ha with extant permissions on the site 12/103 and 13/522.

OS4 is strategically located in the heart of Ardee’s Core Retail Area and should be prioritised for development.

Section 5.39Pg 88

Appendix 13

214, 222 Revise Appendix Revise Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Volume 2 Appendix 13

Volume 3 Environmental Reports

127 Include Northern Ireland SAC/SPA

Refer to Part 5 Proposed Material Alterations to Maps Volume 3 Environmental

Reports

Part 4 Proposed Material Alterations to Tables

Table 7.4: Chapter 7, Transport

Table 7.4 Minimum Visibility Standards

Road Category Sight distance

(Y)

Visibility requireme

nt over ground

Distance back from edge of Carriageway

(X)(1 to 6 houses,

field and farmyard

accesses)


(X)(More than 6 houses and

non-domestic developments

)National and Protected Regional Routes

215m 0.6 -1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**

Regional 125m 0.6 -1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**Local Class 1 75m 0.6-1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**Local Class 2 75m 0.6-

1.05m3.0m* 4.5m**

Local Class 3 75m 0.6-1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**Cul de Sac 75m 0.6-1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**

* in difficult circumstances a relaxation to 2.4m may be permitted.** in difficult circumstances a relaxation to 3.0m may be permitted.

Note: Where the 85% percentile speed on a local class 2 or a local class 3 rural road is shown to be below 50 kilometres per hour, the minimum sight distance requirements contained in the document National Roads Authority –Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, shall apply.

Part 4Proposed Material Alterations to Table 1.1: Volume 2, Appendix 2

Table 1.1 Land Use & Zoning Objectives

Table 1.1 Land Use Zoning and Objectives Zone

Land Use Zoning Category

Land Use Zoning Objective Colour

2 Village Centre To provide, protect and enhance village centre facilities and enable town centre expansion. The principal permitted land use in this zone will be town/ village centre related uses. These shall include shops, offices, residential (comprising of not more than 50% of the floor space of the overall development), crèches/playgroups, personal services, community and cultural activities, pubs, restaurants, guesthouses, hotels, places of entertainment, clinics, doctors/dentist surgery and any other similar type uses.

Blue

8 Strategic Reserve Phase II land will be reserved to allow proper planning and sustainable development in the next plan period(s). The following uses will be open for consideration utility structures, playing fields, park/playground and one - off housing on a limited basis only, for the son or daughter of a qualifying landowner or niece or nephew of a single person or childless couple of a qualifying landowner. For the purpose of this provision a qualifying land owner is where the land has been in family ownership for a minimum of 25 10 years. Only one house will be granted in the case of a niece or nephew.

Green hatched area on white

Part 4Proposed Material Alterations to Table 5.8: Chapter 5, Heritage

Table 5.8 Trees and Woodlands of Special Amenity ValueRef. LocationTWSAV 1 Townley Hall / King William’s GlenTWSAV 2 Termonfeckin VillageTWSAV 3 N1 at AghnaskeaghTWSAV 4 N1 north of Greenore junctionTWSAV 5 Trumpet HillTWSAV 6 Monvallet east of ESB stationTWSAV 7 Red House, ArdeeTWSAV 8 Fox Covert, ArdeeTWSAV 9 St. Joseph, ArdeeTWSAV 10 Mullaghesh, CollonTWSAV 11 Barmeath WoodsTWSAV 12 Blackhall WoodsTWSAV 13 Darver Castle WoodsTWSAV 14 Louth HallTWSAV 15 New Mellifont Abbey WoodsTWSAV 16 Ravensdale PlantationTWSAV 17 Woodlands at Omeath ParkTWSAV 18 SalterstownTWSAV 19 DrumcarTWSAV 20 BeaulieuTWSAV 21 Drogheda – Baltray RoadTWSAV 22 Newtown HouseTWSAV 23 Church at MilltownTWSAV 24 Lisrenny House, TallanstownTWSAV 25 Rathbrist House, TallanstownTWSAV 26 Corderry House, ReadypennyTWSAV 27 Stephenstown PondTWSAV 28 Ballymakenny ChurchTWSAV 29 South of KillineerTWSAV 30 Piperstown HouseTWSAV 31 North of Mount OrielTWSAV 32 The Rectory, ArdeeTWSAV 33 One Mile Wood NewtownstalabanTWSAV 34 Trees East of Termonfeckin

Part 4Proposed Material Alterations to Table 2.5: Chapter 2, Core Strategy &

Settlement Strategy

Replace Table 2.5 in Draft Louth county Development Plan 2015-2021 with the following:

Table 2.5 Potential Housing and Population Growth within Settlements

Extrapolated

Population Levels 2016

Population Target Levels 2021

Household Allocation

to 2021

Average Density

Existing Undeveloped

Land

Housing Land

Allocated (ha) up to

2016

Housing Land

Required (ha) up to 2021

Shortfall/Excess

Dundalk & Environs

42,300 46,622 4,322 42 904 51 57 793

Drogheda & Environs

35,373 37,944 2,571 40 355 40.3 36 277

Ardee 4,841 4,970 129 30 60 11 2.4 46.6Dunleer 1,688 1,751 63 30 14.4 4.5 1.15 8.75Level 3 Settlements

13,669 14,008 339 20 199.1 21 10.525 168.775

Level 4 Settlements

2,003 2,033 30 5 - 18.6 3.3 -

Rural Area 32,774 33,722 948 - - -Total 132,648 141,050 8,402 - 1532.15 146.4 109.225

Proposed Material Alterations to Table 2.6: Chapter 2, Core Strategy & Settlement Strategy

Replace Table 2.6 in Draft Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021 with the following:

Table 2.6 Residential Zoning in Level 3 Settlements

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Settlement Target Population Allocation 2021

Household Allocation2016 - 2021

AllocatedHousing Land 2010 – 2016(Ha)


Aver. Densityunit/ ha

Undeveloped Land Available(Ha)

Strategic Reserve^(Ha)

Annagassan

339 125

2 Infill 20 2 0

Baltray 1.96 Infill 20 1.96 0

Carlingford 3.93 1.15 20 4.54 12.10

Castlebellingham/Kilsaran

6 5.4 20 11.4 10.28

Clogherhead 4 Infill 20 4 1.07

Collon 2 0.3 20 2.3 2.11

Dromiskin 6.2 1.356 20 7.556 7.39

Knockbridge 1.3 0.55 20 1.85 0

Louth Village 1.3 5.85 20 7.15 7.9

Omeath 1.62 Infill 20 1.62 16.57

Tallanstown 1.7 0.5 20 2.2 3.5

Termonfeckin 6.2 2.47 20 8.47 24.84

Tullyallen 2.7 1.63 20 4.33 0

Total 40.91 18.056 59.91 85.76

^ Strategic Reserve as identified in Table 1.1 (Land Use Zoning Objectives) in Appendix 2 states that these lands are to allow for the proper planning and development in the next plan period(s). The Strategic Reserve does not allow for residential development save in the exceptional circumstance that it is for the son/daughter of a qualifying landowner or the niece/nephew of a childless couple of a qualifying landowner, where the land has been in family ownership for a minimum of 25 10 years.

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Proposed Material Alterations to Table 6.3: Chapter 6, Economic Development Tourism & Retail

Table 6.3 Louth Economic Forum 10 Point Action PlansAction Plan Objectives

Foreign Direct Investment Attract 3,000 new jobs in foreign owned enterprises.Focus on pharmaceuticals, clean technology and internationally traded services sectors

Sustainable Energy Aims to make Louth the Country’s first smart green county

Indigenous Industry Capitalise on Louth’s traditional strengths in engineering, food and drink. Promote new international services and products. Provide dedicated Business Support Unit *

Tourism and Heritage Tourists see destinations, not counties. Identifies areas to be developed including The Boyne Valley and Cooley/ Mourne/ Gullion Region.

Age Friendly Business Initiatives to position Louth as a leader in age-friendly business development.

Education and Training Ensure that the education and training sector within the County addresses the changing needs of business and industry

Agriculture and Fisheries Development of the agriculture, food and fisheries section of the Region

Broadband The Draft Broadband Action Plan is nearing completion.

Making Louth the Best County to do Business

Drafting due to commence Winter 2014

The Drogheda, Dundalk Newry Economic Corridor


*In addition to the aims of Louth Economic Forum regarding Indigenous Industry , Louth County Council shall strive to support and retain existing indigenous industry throughout the County and ensure there is an adequate supply of land serviced and available to accommodate industrial parks suited to indigenous Irish Manufacturing. In this regard and Economic and Business Zone has been identified at Carrickcarnon as identified by a yellow dot on Map 3.1 entitled ‘Development Zones’.

Part 5.0: List of Material Alterations to Maps – Refer to Appendix 1 Maps

Mapping ErrorSettlement Existing Amended

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Carlingford Composite Map Lands not Zoned Community Facilities

Proposed Material Alterations to Maps within the Written StatementSubmission Amendment Map (s)Nos. 45& 105 TWSAV to replace TP

Illustrate trees at One Mile Wood. Newtownstalaban. (TWSAV 33)

Illustrate trees east of Termonfeckin ( TWSAV 34)

Chapter 5

Map 5.9: Trees and Woodlands of Special Amenity Value.

No. 222 & 61 Include Core Strategy Diagrammatic Map

Chapter 2Core Strategy Diagrammatic Map

Proposed Material Alterations to Level 3 Settlement Maps*Submission Amendment Map (s) No.222 &161 Composite Maps for all Level 3

SettlementsAnnagassan, Baltray, Carlingford, Castlebellingham and Kilsaran, Clogherhead, Collon, Dromiskin, Knockbridge , Louth Village, Omeath, Tallanstown, Termonfeckin and Tullyallen Composite Maps

No. 34 Omit Strategic Land Reserve on composite maps and subsume said land into adjoining development zones.

Strategic Reserve omitted in Annagassan and land subsumed into Development Zone 5

Strategic Reserve omitted in Baltray, and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Carlingford, and land subsumed into Development Zone 2

Strategic Reserve omitted in Castlebellingham and Kilsaran, and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Clogherhead, and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Collon, and land subsumed into

Annagassan, Baltray, Carlingford, Castlebellingham and Kilsaran, Clogherhead,Collon, Dromiskin, Knockbridge , Louth Village, Omeath,Tallanstown, Termonfeckin Tullyallen Composite Maps.

Amend Map 3.1 accordingly

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Development Zone 2Strategic Reserve omitted in Dromiskin,

and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Knockbridge , and land subsumed into Development Zone 5

Strategic Reserve omitted in Louth Village, and land subsumed into Development Zone 5

Strategic Reserve omitted in Omeath, and land subsumed into Development Zone 2

Strategic Reserve omitted in Tallanstown, and land subsumed into Development Zone 5

Strategic Reserve omitted in Termonfeckin and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Tullyallen and land subsumed into Development Zone 6

No. 144 Extend settlement limit to include lands zoned as residential (new/ existing).

Carlingford Composite Map

No. 69

No.163

Rezone 0.5ha strip from Open, space, amenity and recreation to Development Control Zone 4

Amend settlement Boundary and rezone lands to residential

Castlebellingham and Kilsaran Composite Map

No. 155 Extend Settlement Boundary and zone lands for employment use.

Dromiskin Composite Map

No. 16 Village boundary amended , rezone strategic reserve to residential.

Louth Village Composite Map

No. 105 Tree Symbols on Eastern side of Baltray Road.

Termonfeckin Composite Map

No. 216 Lands at Tullyallen be rezoned for residential use

Tullyallen Composite Map

Proposed Material Alterations to Level 4 Settlement MapsSubmission Amendment Map

No. 222 Reintroduction of the following Ballagan, Bellurgan, Faughart and

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Level 4 Settlements: Ballagan, Bellurgan, Faughart and Willville

Willville Composite Maps

No. 222 Show Flood Zones A & B Ballapousta, Ballagan, Bellurgan , Darver, Dromin, Faughart, Glenmore, Grange, Greenore, Giles Quay, Kilcurry, Kilkerly, Lordship, Mountbagnel, Muchgrange, Philipstown, Ravensdale, Reaghstown, Sandpit, Sheelagh, Stabannon, Tinure, Willville Composite Maps

Extend village boundary and zone additional lands

Darver, Muchgrange, Philipstown, Ravensdale, Sandpit, Sheelagh, Tinure

No. 151 Extend village boundary and zone additional lands as Development Area and Civic/Community.

Grange Composite Map

No.151 & 133 Extend village boundary and zone additional lands as Port/Port Related Activity.

Greenore Composite Map

No.151 Extend Village Boundary and zone additional lands as Development Area

Kilkerley Composite Map

No. 151No. 172 No. 219

Extend Village Boundary and zone additional lands as Development Area

Lordship Composite Map

No. 167 Extend Village Boundary and zone additional lands as Development Area.

Mountbagnel Composite Map

Maps Showing Other AmendmentsSubmission Amendment Map (s)No. 58 Light Blue Dot indicates a Nursing

home/Analogous services.Greenore Nursing Home and Analogous Services

(Map 3.1 to be amended accordingly)

No.161 Yellow Dot identifies Economic/ Business Zone.

Carrickcarnon Economic/Business Zone

(Map 3.1 to be amended

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accordingly)

Proposed Amendments to Draft Louth Retail Strategy Maps Volume 2 Appendix 12

Submission Amendment Map (s)No. 129 Map Showing Drogheda Vacant

Properties Drogheda - Vacant Properties Map 02

No. 158 Additional Opportunity Site at Supervalu/ Market Street, Ardee

Ardee Opportunity Sites Map 09

Proposed Material Alteration to Map within Environmental Report:

Submission Amendment Map No.127 NI Sac & Spa Maps NI Sac & Spa Maps

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Part 6 Proposed Amendments to the Record of Protected Structures

Materials Amendments to Draft Louth County Development Plan 2015 – 2021 June – July 2015Material Amendments to the List of additions & deletions to the Record of Protected Structures

Status ID Ref No. Map Sheet

Address Description Notes NIAH No.

1. Minister’s Recommendation

Proposed not to be added to the Record of Protected Structures.

LHS002-006 2 Drummullagh House, Drummullagh

House Detached three-bay single-storey over basement with attic house, built c. 1760. Main block rectangular-plan facing east, gabled glazed porch c. 1930 projecting from front east elevation, two-storey over basement return wing to north-west.

13833006



LHS003-004 3 Dungooly Water Mill Detached multiple-bay two-storey mill, built c. 1830, now disused.

13900303



LHS004-018 4 Claret Rock House, Carrickaneena

House Detached three-bay two-storey house, built c. 1850, incorporating. Square-plan, pedimented breakfront and open porch to east elevation, two two-storey returns to west, bow window to south

13900408


LHS005-036 5 Serene Silver, Dundalk Street,

Warehouse Detached multiple-bay two-storey former warehouse, built c. 1820, now in use as

13825025

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Carlingford shop.



LHS005-038 5 Stone Gateway, Dundalk Street, Carlingford.

Walls & Arched gateway

Stone gateway, built c.1820. Random rubble stone walling, saddle-coping, squared limestone quoins to north-east corner. Camber-headed carriage arch, limestone voussoirs, square-headed pedestrian gate to north, limestone relieving arch. Set to west of road, wrought iron railings to the north.

13825027

6. Proposed Protected StructureMinister’s Recommendation

LHS005-060 5 Eblana HouseNewry Street, CarlingfordLiberties of Carlingford

House Attached three-bay two-storey house, built c. 1830, with return to west.

13825055


Proposed not to be added to the Record of Protected Structures

LHS005-065 5 Railway House / Railway StationKnocknagoranStation Rd, Omeath

House Detached three-bay single-storey house, built c. 1860. Rectangular-plan, gabled porch to south, flat-roofed extension to north.

13833007



LHS005-070 5 Altmore House, Drummullagh,Omeath

House Detached three-bay two-storey house, built 1846. Symmetrical gabled breakfronts, central square porch projecting from east elevation, two-bay two-storey in line extension to north, single-storey pitched roof porch to west (rear).

13833014

9. Minister’s LHS007-024 7 Millgrove, House Detached three-bay two-storey house, 13900760

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Recommendation


Ballymascanlon built c. 1800. Projecting gable-fronted central bay, single-storey canted bay windows to south-west and north-east, single-storey with attic addition to north-west c. 1840, single-storey house attached to north-west.



LHS008-019 8 Cooley Distillery, Castletowncooley

Factory Detached multiple-bay multiple-storey alcohol factory, built c. 1935, comprising two-storey entrance block to east of complex, rising to five storey tower-like block to centre of complex and double-height blocks to the western (rear) side of the complex.

13900817

11. Minister’s RecommendationProposed not to be added to the Record of Protected Structures.

LHS009-037e

9 No. 5 Anglesey Terrace, Greenore

House No. 5 of a terrace of eight three-bay two-storey former workers' houses, built c. 1860, now in private domestic use. Variety of single- and two-storey extensions to east.

13831033



LHS009-047 9 Grange House, Millgrange

House Detached three-bay two-storey house, built c. 1800. Two-storey return and flat-roofed extension to south.

13900904

13. Not Minister’s Recommendation


LHS009-055 9 St Patrick’s Church Greenore

Church - Disused Galvanised Church in Greenore Railway Village

NA

14. Minister’s LHS012-048 12 Glebe House, Curate's House Detached three-bay two-storey rendered 13901213

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Recommendation


Dunmahon former rectory, built c. 1820, now in private domestic use. T-plan, lean-to entrance porch c.1900 to west elevation.



LHS012-052 12 Fairymount,Blackrock

House Detached three-bay single-storey former dower house, built c. 1760, by Lord Cleemount for his sister, now in use as private house.

13901222



LHS014-010 14 Drumcashel Country House Detached three-bay two-storey house, built 1851, now derelict. Projecting porch to central bay of north (front) elevation, square-profile crenellated tower set back from parapet.

13901402



LHS015-039 15 Castlebellingham Manse

Manse Detached three-bay two-storey former manse, built c. 1880, now in use as private house.

13826026



LHS015-040 15 Dromena HouseCastlebellingham

House Detached multiple-bay two-storey house, built c. 1840. L-plan to original house, two-storey gabled return to east of north elevation, various single-storey extensions to north

13826027


LHS017-066 17 Sizzler's/The Barber Shop,

House Corner-sited attached four-bay two-storey house, built c. 1830, also in use

13823030

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Castle StreetArdee

as shops


Proposed not to be added to the Record of Protected Structures

LHS017-067 17 The Old Rectory, Jervis Street, Ardee

Rectory Detached three-bay two-storey former rectory, built c. 1910, now in use as guest house. L-plan.

13823031


LHS017-078 17 Markaville House, HarristownArdee

Markaville House Detached five-bay two-storey house, built c. 1780. Rectangular-plan, single-storey extension to east

13901717



LHS017-079 17 Hoathstown House, Hoathstown Ardee

Hoathstown House

Detached three-bay single-storey house, built c. 1890, four-bay two-storey extension south-east, c. 1920

13901718



LHS018-029 18 Main StDrogheda RdDunleer

Four-bay Two-storey house

Detached four-bay two-storey house 13830011

24. Minister’s RecommendationProposed not to be added to the Record of

LHS018-031 18 Mountain Rd Bridge Dunleer

Mountain Rd Bridge

Single-span stone railway-over-road bridge, built c. 1880.

13830016

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Protected Structures. 25. Minister’s

RecommendationProposed not to be added to the Record of Protected Structures.

LHS018-032 18 North BridgeDundalk RdDunleer

North Bridge Single-span railway-over-road limestone bridge, built c. 1880. Concrete block parapet walls c. 1970

13830017



LHS018-033 18 White River BridgeRail-over-river bridge.Ravel, Dunleer

White River Bridge

Single-span rail-over-river bridge, built c. 1880. Cylindrical iron columns, riveted iron panels supporting deck, cylindrical iron railings, depressed plinths. Spanning White River at outskirts of Dunleer town.

13830018



LHS018-044 18 Burren House, Burren

Burren House Detached three-bay two-storey house, built c. 1840.

13901824


LHS018-045 18 Woodpark, Woodland

Woodpark Detached three-bay two-storey house, built c. 1880.

13901825



LHS019-008 19 Dunany Cottage Dunany Cottage Detached three-bay single-storey with attic house, built c. 1880.

13901901

30. Minister’s LHS019-016 19 Togher Four-bay Two- Detached four-bay two-storey house, 13901914

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RecommendationProposed not to be added to the Record of Protected Structures.

Co. Louth storey house built c. 1820.

31.Minister’s Recommendation


LHS022-030 22 Glaspistol House, Glaspistol,

Glaspistol House Detached three-bay two-storey house, built c. 1820. Bathroom to first floor west elevation on cast-iron columns c. 1880.

13902208


LHS022-033 22 Termonfeckin Four-bay Two-storey house

Detached four-bay two-storey house, built c. 1800.

13902213


Lhs024-005 24 Kilineer Kilineer Farmhouse

Five-bay, two-storey lime rendered farmhouse, built c.1830. Long sash windows to ground floor, incl. Outbuilding, boundary walls, gates, piers

13902427


Lhs024-006A 24 Tullyallen Former Obelisk Base (Rocky Outcrop)

Rocky Outcrop. The base of the former Obelisk – Commemorative Pillar marking King William’s victory over King James in the Battle of the Boyne.

NA

35. Minister’s RecommendationProposed not to be added to the Record of

LHS025-017 25 Beltichburne Beltichburne House

Detached multiple-bay two-storey with attic house, built c. 1860.

13902528

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Protected Structures.

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Proposed Additions:Status ID Ref No. Map

SheetAddress Description Notes NIAH No.

1. Proposed Protected Structure

Not Minister’s Recommendation

D500 13B Ice HouseThe DemesneDundalk

The Ice HouseA Detached two Storey 1930s Art Deco style house, with replacement uPVC windows

In an area of other similar 1930s Art Deco style houses. Designed by local architect Thomas Pius McGahon for Dundalk Premier Utility Society 1932.

NA

2. Proposed Protected StructureNot Minister’s Recommendation

Lhs017-093 17 Drogheda Road, Ardee

The Lone Solider Monument

Statue erected in remembrance of Sean O’Carroll and Patrick Tiermey murdered by the Black and Tans 30th November 1920

NA


Lhs015-056 15 Village Green Castlebellingham

First World War Memorial Cross

First World War Memorial Cross erected in 1919.

NA


Lhs015-057 15 Lime Kiln,Annagassan Harbour Annagassan

Stone built lime kiln with brick arches and quoins.

Built early nineteenth century. Notable for its location at the harbour,rather than close to the source of raw material: lime, due to fuel (coal) being landed at Annagassan harbour.

NA

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Louth Proposed Deletions:

Status ID Ref No. Map Sheet Address Description Notes NIAH No.1. Proposed Deletion

Minister’s Recommendation

LHS009-037 a – d & f - h

9 No. 1-4 & 6-8 Anglesey Terrace, Greenore

Houses A terrace of eight three-bay two-storey former workers' houses, built c. 1860, now in private domestic use. Variety of single- and two-storey extensions to east.

13831033

2. Proposed Deletion

Minister’s Recommendation

LHS011-029 11 Loughantarve

Farmhouse with farm yard to rear and out-buildings along streetscape at Knockbridge village cross-roads.

Detached five-bay two-storey house, built c.1840. Farmyard to rear (north) with outbuildings

This well preserved complex is a good example of the traditional combined house and farmyard arrangement and is thus very representative of rural architectural development in the nineteenth century. The long low proportions of the outbuildings and plain façade with symmetrically arranged openings are both features typical of the type and the complex is a central feature of Knockbridge Village, occupying one quadrant of its crossroads plan.

13901118

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Dundalk AdditionsStatus I D NIAH

NumberMap Sheet Structure or

AddressType Description



D274 13701007 13B GlenaulinPhilip Street / Culhaine Street

House Detached three-bay two-storey house built c.1930.


D412 13707055 18 & 18A Brookmount, Ardee Rd.

House Semi- detached three-bay two-storey house, built c. 1860.



D417 13707056 18 & 18A Ardee Road. House Semi- detached three-bay two-storey house, built c. 1860.


D433 13705131 14 & 14A Dun Dealgan National SchoolJocelyn St.

School Detached T-plan eight-bay single-storey school dated 1891.


D434 13705099 14 & 14A Dun Dealgan schoolmasters house Jocelyn St.

Schoolmaster’s house

Detached three-bay two-storey school master’s house, built c.1900.


D438 13705073 14 & 14A Presbyterian HallJocelyn St.Jocelyn Drive

Church Hall c. 1880 corner sited detached gable fronted three-bay single-storey church hall.

7. Minister’s RecommendationProposed not to be added to

D452 13705043 14 & 14A 4 Seatown Gardens.

House Terraced two-bay two-storey with house attic,

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the Record of Protected Structures.

built c. 1900.


D453 13705044 14 & 14A Massabielle, 5 Seatown Gardens

House End of terrace two-bat two-storey house with attic, built c.1900.



D459 13705047 14 & 14A 8 Seatown Gardens

House Semi-detached two-bay two –storey house with attic, built c.1900.



D481 13702049 13B 4 Kelso Terrace, St. Mary’s Road

House Terraced two-bay two-storey with house attic built c. 1900. Bounded by granite plinth wall with wrought iron railings.


Proposed to ProtectExterior Only

D487 13707061 13C Mount Hamilton HouseCarrickmacross Rd

House in use as HSE building

Detached three-bay two storey house.


D499 13900743 18 Former Manse Dublin Road.

Manse Detached three-bay two-storey former manse, built 1860, now a private house.

Amendments to RPS in Environs of Dundalk13. Minister’s Recommendation

Proposed not to be added to the Record of Protected

LHS 012-052

13901222 31 Fairymount, Haggardstown

House Detached three-bay single-storey former dower house, built c. 1760, now in use as

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Structures. private house.

Drogheda Additions:

Status I DNIAH Number

Structure or Address Type Description


DB-323 13619013 16 Cord Road House Semi-detached two-bay, two-storey house with integral garage, built c. 1930, as a pair with the adjoining house to the west.



DB355 13621017 No.1 Dominick Street

House / shop / retail

Attached seven-bay, three-storey building, built c.1860, formerly a pair of three and four-bay houses. Retains many early features such as timber sliding sash windows with no horns & slate roof & the proportion & form.


DB371 13622084 St Mary’s National School, Congress Avenue

School Building.

Detached multiple bay two-storey school, dated 1952. Irregular plan, ten-bay breakfront to south elevation, eight-bay single storey block to east. A fine example of architectural developments in the 1950s.

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Part 7 Proposed Amendments to the Draft Louth County Development Plan 2015-

2021Strategic Environmental Report

Appropriate Assessment

Table of Contents

1. Introduction Page 42

2. Managers Recommendations – Screening of Significant Effects

Chapter 2: Settlements Page 44 Chapter 3: Rural Development & Natural Resources Page 49 Chapter 4: Residential and Community Facilities Page 51 Chapter 5: Heritage (Built & Natural) Page 52 Chapter 6: Economic Development, Tourism & Retail Page 56 Chapter 7: Transport Page 59Chapter 8: Environment Page 64 Chapter 9: Energy & Communications Page 64 Chapter 10: Water Services Page 66 Volume 2: Settlement Plans Page 67Volume 3: Environmental Reports Page 69List of Material Alterations to Tables Page 70List of Material Alteration to Maps Page 79

3. Conclusion and determination on Material Alterations Page 85

1.0 Introduction

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The Draft Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021 , together with accompanying Environmental Report (Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) and Natura Impact Statement (Appropriate Assessment(AA) ) , was put on public display from Monday 6 th October 2014 to Wednesday 17th December 2014.

This document focuses on the proposed amendments made by the Elected Members of Louth County Council following consideration of the draft Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021, the Chief Executives Report on submissions received as well as workshops and Council meetings. It consists of amendments to the written statement, amendments to maps, amendments to the Record of Protected Structures and a revised Strategic Flood Risk Assessment. This report also contains a statement on any significant environmental impacts from the proposed material amendments.

Written submissions and observations with respect to the Draft Development Plan and/or Environmental Report and/or Appropriate Assessment were invited from members of the public and other interested parties. These included submissions from members of the public, government bodies, nongovernmental organisations (NGOs) and statutory consultees.

Following the consultation period the Chief Executive prepared a Chief Executive’s Report on the observations/submissions received during the display period, together with a series of the recommendations (Chief Executive’s Recommendations) on proposed amendments to the Draft Plan and submitted it to the Elected Members for consideration.

The Chief Executive’s Report was considered by the Elected members of Louth County Council at a Special Meeting on 9th June 2015.

This report addresses the SEA/AA consequences, where any, of the outcome of theconsideration at that meeting of the Manager’s Report and Recommendations, together with the SEA/AA consequences of any further Elected Members’ Motions as made on the Draft Plan on that date.

Content of the Draft Plan that does not comprise policies or objectives is not within the scope of the SEA/AA and therefore was not evaluated in the initial Environmental Report or Natura Impact Statement. Similarly, proposed amendments to such content are generally not considered in this report.

Where supporting text, referred to in policies is being amended and where such amendments would change the evaluation provided in the Environmental Report or Natura Impact Statement, then such amendments are considered.

This document includes screening for both significant impacts in terms of both SEA andAppropriate Assessment (AA). Where a comment is being made in the context of AA, this has been noted separately in the text.

2.0 Manager’s Recommendations

Screening of Significant Effects

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This section identifies the environmental consequences of the Chief Executive’s Recommendations to the Draft Louth County Development Plan which were put before the Elected Members of Louth County Council at a special Council meeting on the 9 th June 2015.

This report refers to the Chief Executive’s Recommendations as agreed at the meeting of the 9th of June 2015 and the minute thereof.

While new objectives and/or policies and any subsequent re-numbering are referred to this report, assignment of new objective and/or policy reference numbers is not reflected in the report. Please refer to Draft Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021 (as Amended) for all such re-ordering and referencing.

In the following sections (and except where otherwise noted) text in normal black is unchanged in the Written Statement of the Draft Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021. Comments on SEA and/or AA Screening are in red text.

Chapter 2Core Strategy and Settlement Strategy

1.

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34 Omit Strategic Land Reserve where appropriate

Revised Text

Remove text from Table 1.1


Phasing proposal relates to two phases of development; one for the duration of this plan a second phase “Strategic Reserve” for consideration beyond 2021. The inclusion of such lands as a Strategic Reserve will not in any way imply a prior commitment on the part of Louth County Council regarding their future zoning during the preparation of the subsequent County Development Plan for the period 2021-2027.

Refer to Part 4 Material Alterations to Table

Pg 19 Section 2.10

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe omission of strategic land reserve would not have any material effect on the overall environment of the 13 Level 3 settlements within which they would have been included. The proposed changes will therefore result in a neutral effect. The removal of these areas within the plan will not change the overall assessment and conclusion contained within the SEA Environmental Report and Natura Impact Report.

2.

61 Requirement for a Core Strategy

Diagrammatic Map

Requirement for Composite Maps

Revise Policy SS9



To promote and facilitate limited development within Level 3 Settlements that is commensurate with the nature and extent of the existing settlement to support their role as local service centres and to implement the policies and objectives relative to each settlement as provided for in Appendix 2.

Pg 30

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 76.

- The inclusion of a Core Strategy diagrammatic map is purely an illustration of those proposals within the overall direction development contained in the Draft plan and does not change any fo the policies objectives contained in the Draft Plan.

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- The inclusion of composite maps for the Level 3 and 4 settlements in County Louth has a positive effect on the environment where the overall decision making on individual cases can be assessed in a holistic approach; preliminary flood zone areas have been included.

- The inclusion of specific objectives within Appendix 2 of the Draft Plan further supports the appropriate development within the Level 3 settlements and protection of the environment.

The proposed amendments have no significant effect on the overall assessment and conclusions of the SEA or Natura Impact Report.

3.

121 Revise Policy SS22 In those cases where for financial or other reasons, construction has been suspended on a rural dwelling indefinitely, the council will consider removing restrictions on the purchase of such dwellings to permit their completion. In all cases the council must be satisfied that works are in situ. The Planning Authority will only consider the lifting of occupancy conditions by way of a planning application made to the effect of seeking the retention and completion of the dwelling together with removal of the occupancy condition. The Planning Authority in assessing such cases must be satisfied that there is genuine hardship arising from the inability of the applicant to dispose of the property. As such the authority will require;

Written evidence from the financial institution responsible for the applicant’s financial affairs verifying the nature and scale of the difficulties being encountered. In cases where there is a health problem which necessitates disposal of the property, the application should be supported by relevant documentation from a registered medical consultant.

Sales of dwellings qualifying under these extreme circumstances will not attract the requirement that potential purchasers must be eligible under the appropriate qualifying criteria for the area. This shall not apply in those cases where a planning permission has expired, is applicable only where the planning authority is satisfied that works commenced prior to 1st February 2012 and this provision shall cease to have effect from 16 th

November 2015.

Pg 40

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed amendment for removal of text to policy presents no issue for the SEA or AA.

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4.

151 Revise Policy SS53

Revise Policy SS54

To prevent the creation of ribbon development by not permitting more than four houses in a row along any public road. A minimum gap of 400 150 metres shall be maintained between such developments. An exception to this requirement may be considered where the dwelling is required to meet the housing needs of a son/daughter/foster child of a qualifying landowner and where the planning authority is satisfied that there is no other suitable site available on the landholding

To preserve a clear break of a minimum of 400 150 metres between the boundary of existing settlements and any permitted development along adjoining roads.

Pg 49

Pg 49

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe reduction in the gap along the edge of settlements from 400m to 150m should not cause a significant effect on the environment where there was an element of development permitted previously. Other polices to protect the environment at these locations are included throughout the Draft Plan and therefore no affect on the environmental assessment.


156, 157,

164,165

Amend Table 2.5 Refer to Part 4 Material Alterations to Tables Pg 18

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 71 and 76.

Amendment to Table 2.5 refers to a change on the calculations in the residential zoned lands available in the level 3 settlements and the strategic land reserve recalculation in the same settlements. The strategic land reserve lands has reduced the amount by approx 67 hectares whereas the residential zoned lands has increased by 9.73%.

The proposed amendments has reduced the amount of possible future residential lands within the Level 3 settlements and cumulatively this reduces the possibility of residential units within the settlements therefore decreasing the growth of these areas and less impact on the rural infrastructure. This proposed amendment has a positive environmental impact.


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6.

160, 196, 222

Amend Table 2.5 & 2.6

Refer to Part 4 Material Alterations to Tables Pg 18 & 20

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 5 and 71


7.

210 Revise Policy SS14 To require a minimum site area of 0.2ha (0.5 acres) for each residential unit within Level 4 Rural Settlements where serviced by an individual waste water treatment plant.

Pg 31

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe inclusion of waste water treatment plants in SS14 provide an element of clarity to the criteria for residential development in Level 4 settlements. Waste water treatment systems must be compliant with EPA guidelines to ensure protection of the environment.


8.

222

222 &128

Additional words to be included in SS10

Requirement for a Core Strategy Diagrammatic Map

Revise Text

To provide for the construction of one-off type houses within Level 4 Rural Settlements in order to assist in satisfying a housing and county based local area need within a structured but low density environment as an alternative to the development of scattered one –off housing.


Applicants are the son or daughter of a qualifying landowner, or a niece or nephew of a childless single

Pg 31

Section 2.19.1Pg 34

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Revise Text

person or childless couple of a qualifying landowner. One house only shall be granted in the case of a niece or nephew. The applicant must demonstrate a rural housing need and show that they do not already own a house or have not owned a house within the rural area of the county for a minimum of 5 years prior to making an application.

Definition of Qualifying Land OwnerFor the purposes of this Plan, Qualifying Landowner is defined as being where a person owned a landholding of at least 3 hectares for a minimum of 25 10 years.

Pg 40Section 2.19.5

SEA/ AA Screening- The inclusion of additional reference to the qualifying criteria to include the housing

based need support those policies for the protection of the environment and the direction of growth to settlement centers.

- The reduction in the landholding of the qualifying landowner from 25 to 10 years should have no significant effect on the environment.


Chapter 3Rural Development and Natural Resources

9.66 Revise Policy

RD16

Additional Wording RD17

To support sustainable tourism enterprises that are developed at appropriate locations in conjunction with established rural activities and to facilitate the development of agri tourism.

To increase the quality of beaches in the County and in so doing contribute to the development of the tourism industry and to the enjoyment of the facilities subject to compliance with the provisions of the EU Habitats Directive, Water Framework Directive and Marine Strategy Framework Directive.

Pg 75

Pg 77

SEA/ AA ScreeningAdditional textual changes to policies RD 16 and RD 17 further strengthen protection of the environment. No affect on the overall conclusions of the environmental assets.

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The proposed amendment does not present an issue for SEA. The proposed amendment has no effect on the overall assessment and conclusion of the NIR

10.


To encourage farmers already in REPS or any subsequent scheme, such as GLAS, to continue participation in the interests of environmental protection and the safeguarding of sensitive and rural landscapes.

Pg 69

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed inclusion of text RD 2 provides additional contact to support agriculture. The impact is neutral. It will not alter the conclusion of the Environmental Assessment in the SEA or NIR.


11.

58 & 161 Revise Policy RD39

To consider developments falling within the following categories; limited one-off housing*, agricultural developments, extensions to existing authorised uses and farms, appropriate farm diversification projects; developments to be used for leisure, recreation and tourism; holiday accommodation including cottages and lodges where these are part of an existing or proposed integrated tourism complex; hotels/ guest houses / B & B’s (only where the proposal involves the re-use or diversification of an existing building); extensions to existing authorised commercial and industrial developments; renewable energy schemes, public utility infrastructure, certain resource based and location specific developments of significant regional or national importance and, critical infrastructure projects. Nursing homes/analogous services ** and Economic Business zone at Carrickcarnon.***

Multi-unit residential, conventional industrial and commercial development appropriate to existing

Pg 86

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settlements, developments directly adjacent to rural motorway interchanges would not be considered appropriate within this zone.

*Refer to Section 2.19.1 for Qualifying Criteria

** In the location identified by ??? dot on Map 3.1 entitled’ Development Zones’.

*** In the location identified by ??? dot on Map 3.1 entitled ‘Development Zones’.

Refer Part 5 Material Alterations to Maps

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe inclusion of the Nursing homes/analogous services in policy RD 39 is linked to Map “Greenore Nursing Home & Analogous services”. This proposed additional text and map change has been linked specifically to an individual site within Development Control Zone 5. Any future proposals will be subject to mandatory environmental and development control compliance. The impact is neutral. It will not alter the conclusion of the Environmental Assessment in the SEA or NIR.

The inclusion of “Economic business zone at Carrickcarnon in policy RD 39 id linked to Map and Table 6.3 (Part 4) see no 73. As per above comments the proposed amendments have been linked specifically to an individual site within Development Control Zone 5 and any future development proposals will be subject to mandatory environmental and development control compliance.


Chapter 4Residential and Community Facilities

12.

58 Revise Policy RES 45

To require that nursing homes/ analogous services are located within Dundalk, Drogheda, Ardee, Dunleer and level 3 Settlements. In exceptional circumstances where suitable the re-use of existing buildings shall be considered.

Pg 115

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe inclusion of additional wording in RES 45 proposed the reuse of an existing building and as impact on the environment are neutral.

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13.110 Additional Text The Council will support the development of a best

practice brochure/ manual for designing dwelling houses which includes the principles of universal design. The brochure/ manual should be developed in conjunction with DKIT and Louth County Council. That best practice in town planning and design will also be considered in the design of the public realm.


SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed text in Section 4.10.1 provides support for best practice disability management and further studies. The impact is therefore considered neutral.


14.117 Additional

wording to RES40

To co-operate with the Department of Education and Skills in the identification of need and provision of school sites and in accordance with relevant national guidance.

Pg 113

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe inclusion of wording in RES 40 is a mandatory requirement and therefore the inclusion in the text is one of clarification. The impact on the environment is neutral.

The proposed amendment does not present an issue for SEA. The proposed amendment has no effect on the overall assessment and conclusion of the NIR.

Chapter 5Heritage (Natural & Built)

15.45,109, 119,

205Revise Table 5.8

TWSAV 15: New Mellifont Abbey Woods

TWSAV: One Mile Wood, Newtownstalaban*,*It is an objective of the plan to make a Tree Preservation Order for trees at Newtownstalaban

Pg 138

N.B procedures are in train for this TWSAV 33 it is proposed that it goes to the July

51

Revise Map 5.9 accordingly



meeting and may be passed thus not necessitating the need for the objective to be included

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 70


16.


The Local Authority will ensure that a screening for Appropriate Assessment (AA) on all Plans and Projects and or Stage 2 Appropriate Assessment (NIS/NIR) where appropriate, is undertaken to make a determination. Natura 2000 sites located outside of the County but within 15 km of proposed development site should also be included in such screenings. All screening assessments submitted to the planning authority shall include a written statement indicating control methods proposed to prevent the spread of invasive species onto a Natura 2000 site.

Pg 124

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe inclusion of additional text reference for the control of invasive species in HER 4 proposed additional assessment for the protection of the conservation objective of the SAC/SPA and therefore has a positive effect on the environment.


17.


To protect trees and woodlands of special amenity value and to review and where appropriate put in place make a Tree Preservation Order(s) for this propose in relation to trees of special amenity value (including those

Pg 140

52


TWSAV utilised instead of TP


Additional Tree symbols along Eastern side of Baltray Road, Termonfeckin

identified as Possible Tree Preservation Orders in the Level 3 Settlements) or any other tree(s) of amenity value where the planning authority considers such trees to be at risk.

Refer to Part 4 Proposed Material Alterations to Tables.

Refer to Part 5 Proposed Material Alterations to Maps.

Refer to Part 5 Proposed Material Alterations to Maps

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee No 15 and 70The proposed amendment refers to additional protection of trees with special amenity value. The environmental impact is positive.


18.


A minimum of 20m wide riparian corridor shall be kept free from development (except for pathways) along the side of each bank of the river for the purposes of habitat protection, maintenance access requirements, flood alleviation and recreational requirements. Any proposed path should be located a minimum of 6m from the top of the river edge.

“All proposed coastal walkways will be required to comply with the Habitats, EIA and SEA Directives”

Pg 173-174

SEA/ AA Screening

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See No 9


19.

115 New policy to Chapter 5

Existing stone kerbs and paving stones are to be maintained and refurbished as much as possible. Where new kerbs are necessary they are to be of high quality in character with the existing.

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed additional policy refers to the replacement of existing elements of the built environment. The proposed amendments would have a neutral impact.


20.


Where in exceptional circumstances trees and or hedgerows are required to be removed to facilitate development, there shall be a requirement that each tree felled is to be replaced at a ratio of 10:1 and each hedgerow removed is to be replaced with native species where feasible.

Pg 140

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed additional text to HER 16 provides for additional protection for hedgerows. The proposed amendment would have a positive impact on the environment.


21.

212 New policy after HER22

Omit HER56

That a variation of the County Development Plan will be proposed, if required, to make appropriate amendments to the plan, as a result of any recommendations arising from the publication of The Irish Battlefields Project.

To promote the maintenance and the appropriate reuse, renovation and rehabilitation of older buildings which are

Pg 145

Pg 166

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New Policy HER56

not protected, but are of architectural or streetscape merit.

To recognise the importance of the contribution of vernacular architecture to the character of a place and promote where feasible the protection, retention and appropriate revitalisation and use of the vernacular built heritage, including structures that contribute to landscape and streetscape character and discourage the demolition of these structures.

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed additional wording to policy HER 22 refers to further protection of the cultural landscape in Louth near Bru na Boinne. The proposed amendment would have a positive impact. Proposed policy HER 56 refers to protection of existing buildings of interest and would have a positive environmental impact.


22.

220 New Policy after HER18

To investigate during the lifetime of the Plan the addition of Trees and Woodlands of Special Amenity Value and where appropriate to include in Table 5.8 and Map 5.9.

Pg 140

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 15, 17 &70.


Chapter 6

Economic Development, Tourism & Retail

23.

66

102

Revise Policy EDE 20-23

Revise Policy EDE20 EDE 20

To promote and facilitate the development of walkways and cycleways at appropriate locations throughout the county utilising disused transport links where feasible.*

Pg 194

55

102

66

Revise Policy EDE23

Revise Policy EDE 25

EDE 21 To promote and facilitate the development of cycle routes in accordance with The NationalCycle Network Scoping Study 2010.*

EDE 22

To protect the integrity and scenic quality of existing and future walking and cycling routes and their setting.*

EDE 23 To work in conjunction with adjoining authorities including Newry Mourne & Down, Monaghan and Meath County Councils to extend and design new walking and cycling routes, including towards Newry, Inniskeen and the eastern coastal route to Drogheda and Balbriggan as well as extending the Bru na Boinne Greenway. Ensure all proposals include appraisal of environmental impacts and take full account of the potential for negative impacts on Natura 2000 sites through the process of Habitats Directive Assessment Screening”*

*The above policies EDE 20-23 shall all be subject to compliance with all relevant EU policies such as the Water Framework, Habitats, SEA Directives.

To co-operate with the relevant authorities and government agencies north and south of the border in the provision of Narrow Water Bridge. Policy EDE 25 shall be subject to compliance with all relevant EU policies such as the Water Framework, Habitats, SEA and EIA Directives.

Pg 195

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee No 9.


24.

134 Remove Policy EDE 35


Pg 202

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SEA/ AA ScreeningProposed amendment refers to the removal of any large scale regional developments outside the town centres. Any proposed developments would be subject to further development management compliance. The removal of text would have a neutral impact on the environment.


25.


To explain, promote and co-operate with all relevant stakeholders to facilitate the development of the Mourne/Cooley/Gullion Geo Tourism Project.

Pg 192

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe additional proposed text provides other avenues by which to co-operate with stakeholders for the provision of geo tourism the proposed amendments will have a neutral impact.


26.

161 Additional Information to Table 6.3

Additional information in relation to Table 6.3 Louth Economic Forum 10 Point Action Plans.

Refer to Part 4 Material Alteration to Tables

Pg 181



27.


“To co-operate with the appropriate authorities and key stakeholders in Northern Ireland to support joint economic initiatives and programmes for the promotion of the region on a cross border basis”.

Pg 180

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SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed additional textual changes above do not present an issue in terms of SEA or AA.

28.

214 & 222 Remove Policy EDE35


Pg 202

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 24 above.


Chapter 7Transport

29.7, 44, 121, 151, 222

Revised Table 7.4


Pg 220



30.7 Amend Text

Revise Policy TC2

In urban areas the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS) will be applied. In all urban roads and streets (that is streets and roads with speed limits of 60kph or less) the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS) shall be applied.

To support the implementation of government transport policy as expressed in Transport 21, A Sustainable Transport Future – A New Transport Policy for Ireland 2009-2020, Spatial Planning and National Roads –


Pg 213

58

Revise policy TC7

Include new policy after TC10

Revise Policy TC11

Guidelines for Planning Authorities 2012, National Cycle Policy Framework 2009, Traffic Transport Assessment Guidelines 2014, Smarter Travel and other relevant policy documents which may evolve during the course of the plan.

To provide and maintain a road hierarchy based on motorway, national routes, regional routes and local roads and to maintain the carrying capacity and lifespan of the road network and ensure high standards of safety for road users and to require that all proposals for development that would be likely to impact significantly on the carrying capacity of national routes be accompanied by traffic impact transport assessment, road safety impact assessment, road safety audits and mobility management plans in accordance with the Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines 2012 and/or the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (2013).

To prohibit the proliferation of non road traffic signage on or adjacent to national roads as per the DECLG Spatial Planning & National Roads Guidelines 2012.

To apply the visibility standards and vehicle dwell area requirements as set out in tables 7.4 and 7.5 and Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets in accordance with the National Roads Authority Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) for the national road network and to ensure that the standards set out in the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS) apply to all Urban Roads and Streets.

Pg 217

Pg 219

Pg 221

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed amendments to policies TC2, TC7, TC10 and TC 11 strengthen links to the national guidance for Urban Roads (DMURS) and appropriate guidance. The proposal does not provide any further impacts on the environment and it is considered neutral.


31.

59

44

44 & 111

Revise Policy TC12

Revise Policy TC 18

The policy of the Planning Authority will be to avoid the creation of additional access points from new development or the generation of increased traffic from existing accesses to National Roads and protected Regional Roads to which speed limits greater than 50km/h 60km/h apply. This provision will apply to all categories of development, including individual houses in all control zones within the plan area.

To secure the implementation of the Councils Road Improvement Programme 2015-2021 as detailed in Tables 7.7, 7.8 and 7.9 in consultation and agreement with the Department of Transport and National Roads Authority subject to available funding and to keep free from development all lands identified for the construction and improvement of national, regional and local roads within the county. All proposed transport routes will be required to comply with the Habitats, EIA and SEA Directives.

Pg224

Pg 226

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed amendment to the speed limits is in compliance and does not impact on the environment. Proposed revisions to TC 18 include for additional reference to mandatory compliance and are for clarity only. The impacts can be considered neutral.


32.66 Revise Policy

TC39

Include new Policy TC42

Include new text after Table 7.8

To support the development and expansion of the ports of Drogheda, Greenore, Dundalk and Clogherhead subject to the preparation of a masterplan and compliance with EU Habitats Directive.

Louth County Council will explore the potential development of Dundalk Port as a centre for future recreation and leisure use.

Proposed new roads included in Table 7.8 shall be subject to compliance with all relevant EU polices such as the Water Framework, Habitats, SEA and EIA Directives.

Pg 237

Pg 237

Pg 225

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed changes to TC 39 give a greater amount of direction for future development in compliance with mandatory guidelines. New Policy TC 42 can be read in compliance with TC

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39, and in conjunction both changes would have a neutral impact on the environment. Additional text after Table 7.8 strengthens the protection of the environment and would have a positive impact


33.120 & 125 Revise Policy

TC15To require the provision of car parking spaces for persons with impaired mobility at 5% 10% of the total car spaces and in accordance with Section 7.3.9.2.

Pg 224

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed amendment does not present an issue for SEA. The proposed amendment has no effect on the overall assessment and conclusion of the NIR.

34.

121

121, 130

Revise Policy TC37

Revise Policy TC34

To examine the need seek to provide for bus and car based park and ride facilities at a range of locations including motorway interchanges, subject to the availability of funding.

To work in consultation and co-operation with the National Transport Authority (NTA) other public bodies, agencies and community groups, to secure improvements in public transportation and associated infrastructure including bus shelters within the County and greater integration of existing and any new services.

Pg 235

Pg 235


35.

61

130 New Policy TC12

To require that new and retrofitted cycle infrastructure is designed in line with the recommended approach in the NTA’s National Cycle Manual. Funding for retrofitted infrastructure where appropriate, shall be investigated in consultation with the NTA.

Pg 223 Section 7.3.9.3


36.

140, 93, 152, 153,189, 197

Revise Policy TC32

Revise Policy TC33

To secure in cooperation with Iarnród Éireann improved Rail Services in County Louth, particularly for the mid and south Louth areas

To support the improvement of Rail based Park & Ride facilities as required in Dundalk & Drogheda and in conjunction with any existing/new Railway Stations located in the County.

Pg 234

Pg 234


37.209 Revise Policy

TC29To support and facilitate where appropriate, the network of electric vehicle supporting infrastructure across County Louth in accordance with national policy on the promotion of electric vehicles requiring that EV ducting for 10% of all car parking spaces is provided for in all car parks.

Pg 231


Chapter 8Environment

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38.

66 Include new policy after ENV 4

To promote the future development of County Louth in such a manner as to support climate change mitigation measures through the implementation of infrastructure to designated settlements.

Pg 239

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed assessment to policy ENV 4 provides additional support mechanism to the environment in support for the consolidation of development and therefore reductions in GHG. This proposed amendment should have a positive effect on the environment.


Chapter 9Energy and Communications

39.29 New Policy after

EnCo4Where existing and proposed high voltage lines traverse sensitive rural landscapes consideration should be given to locating them underground where technically feasible, economically viable and environmentally appropriate, in the interest of residential and visual amenity.

Pg 261

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 5 and 6


40.

66, 111, 113, 124,

Revise Policy EnCo12

“The Council will aim to produce a Renewable Energy Strategy for County Louth during the lifetime of this Development Plan. This strategy shall have regard to “A Methodology for Local Authority Renewable Energy Strategies” SEAI and shall be compliant with the requirements of SEA and Habitats Directives”

Pg 263

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SEA/ AA ScreeningSee No 9.


41.

113,222, 134

113

Revise Policy EnCo4

Additional new policy after EnCo4

To require the under-grounding of electrical cables within new residential, commercial or civic developments. Where existing and proposed high voltage lines traverse new residential, commercial or civic developments, consideration should be given to locating them underground where technically feasible, economically viable and environmentally appropriate, in the interest of residential and visual amenity.


Pg 261

Pg261

SEA/ AA Screening

The proposed amendments include the rerouting of high voltage lines underground. The proposed amendment should have a positive impact on the visual and residential amenities and therefore would have a positive impact on the environment.


42.121 Additional

wording to To encourage and support the use of solar energy technologies in all new and proposed retrofit

Pg 267

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policy EnCo17 developments taking place in County Louth.

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed amendment does not present an issue for SEA. The proposed amendment has no effect on the overall assessment and conclusion of the NIR

Chapter 10Water Services

43.

210 New Policy Private Waste Water Treatment facilities other than single house systems will not be permitted except in the following limited circumstances. Consideration may be given to granting permission for private waste water/communal facilities in developments managed by suitable institutions.

Section 10.3.2 Pg 288

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed amendment restricts the use of private waste water treatment for the general protection of the environment. The new policy supports environmental protection and therefore would have a positive effect.


Volume 2Settlement Plans

44.101, 179 New Policy

CAR15To Develop the Carlingford Library Chapter 4

Pg 21


45.

65

151 New Policy CAR16

To promote and develop a bypass road from Shilties Lough on the Greenore Road to the Grove Road at the sewerage works.

Chapter 4 Pg 21

SEA/ AA ScreeningA route for any proposed bypass will be subject to investigation. Mandatory requirements for compliance with environmental assessment will apply to any project. The inclusion of policy will not however alter the conclusion of the environmental assessment and no further consideration if required. The proposed impact is neutral.


46.134 Omit Policy

CAR13

New Policy CAR13

Revise Policy OTH 15

To seek to alleviate traffic congestion and inadequacies in parking provision during peak periods

To seek to alleviate traffic congestion and inadequacies in parking provision and improve provision for pedestrians and cyclists through the implementation of an agreed traffic management plan with relevant stakeholders.

To facilitate with service providers, an expansion of the existing public transport services and other such measures such as the provision of bus shelters and bus lay-bys.

Chapter 4 Pg 21

Chapter 4 Pg 21

Chapter 11 Pg 47


Appendix 12

47.158 New Opportunity

Site in the Draft Retail Strategy (OS4)Additional text

Opportunity Site 4 (OS4) Super Valu and building fronting onto Market Street.

The site is bounded by Market Street to the East and Ash Walk to the South.

Within the Ardee Local Area Plan 2010-2016, the site is zoned as ‘Town Centre’ the Objective of which is ‘To Provide, protect and enhance town centre facilities and enable town centre strengthening’

The buildings fronting Market Street are located within an

Section 5.39Pg 88

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Archaeological Conservation Area. The site is located along Ardee’s Core shopping area as designated by this Retail Strategy.

The site is presently occupied by Super Valu, associated car-parking and a number of buildings fronting onto Market Street. The total site extends to 1.4 ha with extant permissions on the site 12/103 and 13/522.

OS4 is strategically located in the heart of Ardee’s Core Retail Area and should be prioritised for development.

SEA/ AA ScreeningTextual changes to the Draft Retail Strategy refer to Ardee. The implications of these changes ahs a neutral effect and will further assessed in any mandatory SEA assessment of the Ardee LAP review.


Appendix 13

48214, 222 Revise Appendix Revise Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Volume 2

Appendix 13

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe inclusion of additional references within the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment provide further assistance for the assessment of future development proposals and decision making. The information contained within the SFRA has in “so far as reasonably practical” and within legislation been considered. The proposed amendment should have and positive effect on the economy.


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Volume 3 Environmental Reports

49.

127 Include Northern Ireland SAC/SPA

Refer to Part 5 Proposed Material Alterations to Maps Volume 3 Environmental

Reports


50.

Part 4Proposed Material Alterations to Table 7.4: Chapter 7, Transport

Table 7.4 Minimum Visibility Standards

Road Category Sight distance

(Y)

Visibility requireme

nt over ground


(X)(1 to 6 houses,

field and farmyardaccesses)


(X)(More than 6 houses and

non-domestic developments

)National and Protected Regional Routes

215m 0.6 -1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**

Regional 125m 0.6 -1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**

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Local Class 1 75m 0.6-1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**Local Class 2 75m 0.6-

1.05m3.0m* 4.5m**

Local Class 3 75m 0.6-1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**Cul de Sac 75m 0.6-1.05m 3.0m* 4.5m**

* in difficult circumstances a relaxation to 2.4m may be permitted.** in difficult circumstances a relaxation to 3.0m may be permitted.

Note: Where the 85% percentile speed on a local class 2 or a local class 3 rural road is shown to be below 50 kilometres per hour, the minimum sight distance requirements contained in the document National Roads Authority –Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, shall apply.



60.

Part 4Proposed Material Alterations to Table 1.1: Volume 2, Appendix 2

Table 1.1 Land Use & Zoning Objectives

Table 1.1 Land Use Zoning and Objectives Zone

Land Use Zoning Category

Land Use Zoning Objective Colour

2 Village Centre To provide, protect and enhance village centre facilities and enable town centre expansion. The principal permitted land use in this zone will be town/ village centre related uses. These shall include shops, offices, residential (comprising of not more than 50% of the floor space of the overall development), crèches/playgroups, personal services, community and cultural activities, pubs, restaurants, guesthouses, hotels, places of

Blue

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entertainment, clinics, doctors/dentist surgery and any other similar type uses.

8 Strategic Reserve

Phase II land will be reserved to allow proper planning and sustainable development in the next plan period(s). The following uses will be open for consideration utility structures, playing fields, park/playground and one - off housing on a limited basis only, for the son or daughter of a qualifying landowner or niece or nephew of a single person or childless couple of a qualifying landowner. For the purpose of this provision a qualifying land owner is where the land has been in family ownership for a minimum of 25 10 years. Only one house will be granted in the case of a niece or nephew.

Green hatched area on white



70.Part 4

Proposed Material Alterations to Table 5.8: Chapter 5, Heritage

Table 5.8 Trees and Woodlands of Special Amenity ValueRef. LocationTWSAV 1 Townley Hall / King William’s GlenTWSAV 2 Termonfeckin VillageTWSAV 3 N1 at AghnaskeaghTWSAV 4 N1 north of Greenore junctionTWSAV 5 Trumpet HillTWSAV 6 Monvallet east of ESB stationTWSAV 7 Red House, ArdeeTWSAV 8 Fox Covert, ArdeeTWSAV 9 St. Joseph, ArdeeTWSAV 10 Mullaghesh, CollonTWSAV 11 Barmeath WoodsTWSAV 12 Blackhall WoodsTWSAV 13 Darver Castle WoodsTWSAV 14 Louth HallTWSAV 15 New Mellifont Abbey WoodsTWSAV 16 Ravensdale PlantationTWSAV 17 Woodlands at Omeath ParkTWSAV 18 SalterstownTWSAV 19 Drumcar

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TWSAV 20 BeaulieuTWSAV 21 Drogheda – Baltray RoadTWSAV 22 Newtown HouseTWSAV 23 Church at MilltownTWSAV 24 Lisrenny House, TallanstownTWSAV 25 Rathbrist House, TallanstownTWSAV 26 Corderry House, ReadypennyTWSAV 27 Stephenstown PondTWSAV 28 Ballymakenny ChurchTWSAV 29 South of KillineerTWSAV 30 Piperstown HouseTWSAV 31 North of Mount OrielTWSAV 32 The Rectory, ArdeeTWSAV 33 One Mile Wood NewtownstalabanTWSAV 34 Trees East of Termonfeckin

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee No 15

The inclusion of 2 additional TWSAV (Trees and Woodlands of Special Amenity Value) will provide further protection to the environment. The proposed change will result in a positive impact on the environment. The proposed amendments have a neutral effect.


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71.SEA/ AA ScreeningReplace Table 2.5 in Draft Louth county Development Plan 2015-2021 with the following: Table 2.5 Potential Housing and Population Growth within Settlements

Extrapolated

Population Levels 2016

Population Target Levels 2021

Household Allocation

to 2021

Average Density

Existing Undeveloped

Land

Housing Land

Allocated (ha) up to

2016

Housing Land

Required (ha) up to 2021

Shortfall/Excess

Dundalk & Environs

42,300 46,622 4,322 42 904 51 57 793

Drogheda & Environs

35,373 37,944 2,571 40 355 40.3 36 277

Ardee 4,841 4,970 129 30 60 11 2.4 46.6Dunleer 1,688 1,751 63 30 14.4 4.5 1.15 8.75Level 3 Settlements

13,669 14,008 339 20 199.1 21 10.525 168.775

Level 4 Settlements

2,003 2,033 30 5 - 18.6 3.3 -

Rural Area 32,774 33,722 948 - - -Total 132,648 141,050 8,402 - 1532.15 146.4 109.225

See no 5

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Amendment to Table 2.5 refers to a change on the calculations in the residential zoned lands available in the level 3 settlements and the strategic land reserve recalculation in the same settlements. The strategic land reserve lands has reduced the amount by approx 67 hectares whereas the residential zoned lands has increased by 9.73%.



72.

Replace Table 2.6 in Draft Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021 with the following:Table 2.6 Residential Zoning in Level 3 Settlements

Settlement Target Population Allocation 2021

Household Allocation2016 - 2021



Aver. Densityunit/ ha

Undeveloped Land Available(Ha)

Strategic Reserve^(Ha)

Annagassan

339 125

2 Infill 20 2 0

Baltray 1.96 Infill 20 1.96 0

Carlingford 3.93 1.15 20 4.54 12.10

Castlebellingham/Kilsaran

6 5.4 20 11.4 10.28

Clogherhead 4 Infill 20 4 1.07

Collon 2 0.3 20 2.3 2.11

Dromiskin 6.2 1.356 20 7.556 7.39

Knockbridge 1.3 0.55 20 1.85 0

Louth Village 1.3 5.85 20 7.15 7.9

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Omeath 1.62 Infill 20 1.62 16.57

Tallanstown 1.7 0.5 20 2.2 3.5

Termonfeckin 6.2 2.47 20 8.47 24.84

Tullyallen 2.7 1.63 20 4.33 0

Total 40.91 18.056 59.91 85.76

Table 2.6 Residential Zoning in Level 3 Settlements

^ Strategic Reserve as identified in Table 1.1 (Land Use Zoning Objectives) in Appendix 2 states that these lands are to allow for the proper planning and development in the next plan period(s). The Strategic Reserve does not allow for residential development save in the exceptional circumstance that it is for the son/daughter of a qualifying landowner or the niece/nephew of a childless couple of a qualifying landowner, where the land has been in family ownership for a minimum of 25 10 years.



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73.Part 4

Proposed Material Alterations to Table 6.3: Chapter 6, Economic Development Tourism & Retail

Table 6.3 Louth Economic Forum 10 Point Action PlansAction Plan Objectives

Foreign Direct Investment Attract 3,000 new jobs in foreign owned enterprises.Focus on pharmaceuticals, clean technology and internationally traded services sectors

Sustainable Energy Aims to make Louth the Country’s first smart green county

Indigenous Industry Capitalise on Louth’s traditional strengths in engineering, food and drink. Promote new international services and products. Provide dedicated Business Support Unit *

Tourism and Heritage Tourists see destinations, not counties. Identifies areas to be developed including The Boyne Valley and Cooley/ Mourne/ Gullion Region.

Age Friendly Business Initiatives to position Louth as a leader in age-friendly business development.

Education and Training Ensure that the education and training sector within the County addresses the changing needs of business and industry

Agriculture and Fisheries Development of the agriculture, food and fisheries section of the Region

Broadband The Draft Broadband Action Plan is nearing completion.

Making Louth the Best County to do Business


The Drogheda, Dundalk Newry Economic Corridor


*In addition to the aims of Louth Economic Forum regarding Indigenous Industry , Louth County Council shall strive to support and retain existing indigenous industry throughout the County and ensure there is an adequate supply of land serviced and available to accommodate industrial parks suited to indigenous Irish Manufacturing. In this regard and Economic and

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Business Zone has been identified at Carrickcarnon as identified in Map 3.1 entitled ‘Development Zones’.


The proposed amendment is considered to have a potential negative effect on the rural environment at this location due to the possible inclusion of an industrial park to suit “indigenous Irish manufacturing business”. However, all development proposals will be subject to compliance with normal planning legislation and control. Due to the other possible uses within Development Control zone this proposed amendment would have a neutral impact.


Part 5.0: List of Material Alterations to Maps

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Mapping ErrorSettlement Existing Amended

Carlingford Composite Map Lands not Zoned Community Facilities

SEA/ AA ScreeningThe proposed amendment is refers to the inclusion of a community zone on lands already in use as community facilities. The impact can be considered neutral.


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Proposed Material Alterations to Maps within the Written StatementSubmission Amendment Map (s)Nos. 45& 105 TWSAV to replace TP

Illustrate trees at One Mile Wood. Newtownstalaban. (TWSAV 33)

Illustrate trees east of Termonfeckin ( TWSAV 34)

Chapter 5

Map 5.9: Trees and Woodlands of Special Amenity Value.

No. 222 & 61 Include Core Strategy Diagrammatic Map

Chapter 2Core Strategy Diagrammatic Map



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Proposed Material Alterations to Level 3 Settlement Maps*Submission Amendment Map (s) No.222 &161 Composite Maps for all Level 3

SettlementsAnnagassan, Baltray, Carlingford, Castlebellingham and Kilsaran, Clogherhead, Collon, Dromiskin, Knockbridge , Louth Village,

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Omeath, Tallanstown, Termonfeckin and Tullyallen Composite Maps

No. 34 Omit Strategic Land Reserve on composite maps and subsume said land into adjoining development zones.

Strategic Reserve omitted in Annagassan and land subsumed into Development Zone 5

Strategic Reserve omitted in Baltray, and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Carlingford, and land subsumed into Development Zone 2

Strategic Reserve omitted in Castlebellingham and Kilsaran, and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Clogherhead, and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Collon, and land subsumed into Development Zone 2

Strategic Reserve omitted in Dromiskin, and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Knockbridge , and land subsumed into Development Zone 5

Strategic Reserve omitted in Louth Village, and land subsumed into Development Zone 5

Strategic Reserve omitted in Omeath, and land subsumed into Development Zone 2

Strategic Reserve omitted in Tallanstown, and land subsumed into Development Zone 5

Strategic Reserve omitted in Termonfeckin and land subsumed into Development Zone 4

Strategic Reserve omitted in Tullyallen and land subsumed into Development Zone 6

Annagassan, Baltray, Carlingford, Castlebellingham and Kilsaran, Clogherhead,Collon, Dromiskin, Knockbridge , Louth Village, Omeath,Tallanstown, Termonfeckin Tullyallen Composite Maps.

Amend Map 3.1 accordingly

No. 144 Extend settlement limit to include lands zoned as residential (new/ existing).

Carlingford Composite Map

No. 69

No.163

Rezone 0.5ha strip from Open, space, amenity and recreation to Development Control Zone 4

Amend settlement Boundary and

Castlebellingham and Kilsaran Composite Map

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rezone lands to residential

No. 155 Extend Settlement Boundary and zone lands for employment use.

Dromiskin Composite Map

No. 16 Amend village boundary to rezone strategic land to residential.

Louth Village Composite Map

No. 105 Tree Symbols on Eastern side of Baltray Road.

Termonfeckin Composite Map

No. 216 Lands at Tullyallen be rezoned for residential use

Tullyallen Composite Map

SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 5, 71 and 76.Amendment to Table 2.5 refers to a change on the calculations in the residential zoned lands available in the level 3 settlements and the strategic land reserve recalculation in the same settlements. The strategic land reserve lands has reduced the amount by approx 67 hectares whereas a small portion of the strategic reserve lands has now been included as residential in Louth Village and Tullyallen.


The proposed amendment to Carlingford for the residential amendments relate to 1.15 hectares to accommodate an additional housing site and based on the location of the site it is not considered that there would be a significant environmental impact and therefore the impact would be neutral.

The increase in lands at Dromiskin map change has been linked specifically to an individual site. Any future proposals will be subject to mandatory environmental and development control compliance. The impact is neutral. It will not alter the conclusion of the Environmental Assessment in the SEA or NIR.

The proposed change to lands at Louth and Tullyallen Village would have a neutral impact due to current use on the site and the inclusion as strategic reserve.


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Proposed Material Alterations to Level 4 Settlement MapsSubmission Amendment Map

No. 222 Reintroduction of the following Level 4 Settlements: Ballagan, Bellurgan, Faughart and Willville

Ballagan, Bellurgan, Faughart and Willville Composite Maps

No. 222 Show Flood Zones A & B Ballapousta, Ballagan, Bellurgan , Darver, Dromin, Faughart, Glenmore, Grange, Greenore, Giles Quay, Kilcurry, Kilkerly, Lordship,

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Mountbagnel, Muchgrange, Philipstown, Ravensdale, Reaghstown, Sandpit, Sheelagh, Stabannon, Tinure, Willville Composite Maps

Extend village boundary and zone additional lands

Darver, Muchgrange, Philipstown, Ravensdale, Sandpit, Sheelagh, Tinure

No. 151 Extend village boundary and zone additional lands as Development Area.

Grange Composite Map

No.151 & 133 Extend village boundary and zone additional lands as Port/Port Related Activity.

Greenore Composite Map

No.151 Extend Village Boundary and zone additional lands as Development Area

Kilkerley Composite Map

No. 151No. 172 No. 219

Extend Village Boundary and zone additional lands as Development Area

Lordship Composite Map

No. 167 Extend Village Boundary and zone additional lands as Development Area.

Mountbagnel Composite Map


The proposed changes to the Level 4 settlements including Darver, Muchgrange, Philipstown, Ravensdale, Sandpit, Sheelagh and Tinure were re-introduced as the majority of these lands have been built on and it provides consolidation of a settlement centre. It has a positive impact on the environment as it will provide the spread of rural housing into the rural countryside.

Additional changes to Grange, Kilkerly, lordship and Mountbagnel also provide for amendments to the development areas to include lands which may already have commitments on them or for additional consolidation of these centres. The lands at Greenore have been extended to include lands which are currently used for commercial uses and infill sites may be applicable. Any future proposals will be subject to mandatory environmental and development control compliance. The impact is neutral. It will not alter the conclusion of the Environmental Assessment in the SEA or NIR

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Maps Showing Other AmendmentsSubmission Amendment Map (s)No. 58 Light Blue Dot indicates a Nursing

home/Analogous services.Greenore Nursing Home and Analogous Services


No.161 Yellow Dot identifies Economic/ Business Zone.

Carrickcarnon Economic/Business Zone


SEA/ AA ScreeningSee no 11 and or Nursing Home and analogous services.

See No 11 and 73 for Carrickcarnon Economic / Business Zone.


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Proposed Amendments to Draft Louth Retail Strategy Maps Volume 2 Appendix 12

Submission Amendment Map (s)No. 129 Map Showing Drogheda Vacant

Properties Drogheda - Vacant Properties Map 02

No. 158 Additional Opportunity Site at Supervalu/ Market Street, Ardee

Ardee Opportunity Sites Map 09



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Proposed Material Alteration to Map within Environmental Report:

Submission Amendment Map No.127 NI Sac & Spa Maps NI Sac & Spa Maps



Conclusion and Determination on those Material Alterations to the Draft Louth County Council 2015-2021.

The SEA and the NIR accompany the Draft Plan and these environmental assessments are placed on public display for consideration by the public and statutory consultees. The material alterations have the potential to conflict with the findings of the SEA and the NIR and so a further screening assessment is required to improve the plan making process and assess possible significant impacts on the environment.

The proposed amendments included constitute one of the final stages of the Review of the Louth County Development Plan 2009-2015 and the making of the Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021.The proposed amendments are required to go on public display for 4 weeks and must be accompanied by environmental determinations.

Each of these material amendments have been assessed to either include a neutral or a positive impact. Thos which have the potential to have a negative impact shall be further subject to compliance with mandatory environmental considerations allowing for a transparent and fair decision making process.

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Based on this screening exercise for SEA and AA, all proposed material alterations are considered not to have a negative effect on the SEA and NIR which accompanied the Draft Development Plan. This determination by the Louth County Council environmental assessment team concludes that further assessments are not required.

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