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Planning Agents Briefing Á ras Chill Dara 8 th June 2011

Planning Agents Briefing Á ras Chill Dara 8 th June 2011. Agenda Welcome New Development Plans Forward Planning Work Programme Building Control – new issues Service Departments Environment Water Services Transportation Questions & Answers. County Development Plan 2011-2017

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Planning Agents Briefing Á ras Chill Dara 8 th June 2011

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  1. Planning Agents Briefing Áras Chill Dara 8th June 2011

  2. Agenda • Welcome • New Development Plans • Forward Planning Work Programme • Building Control – new issues • Service Departments • Environment • Water Services • Transportation • Questions & Answers

  3. County Development Plan 2011-2017 Operative from 2nd May 2011

  4. Overview • Introduction • Content • Key Issues • Core Strategy / Settlement Strategy • Housing • Economic Strategy / Retail • Infrastructure • Heritage • Design Guidelines • Development Management Standards

  5. Development Plan Sets out an overall strategy for the proper planning and sustainable development of County Kildare • informed by National Spatial Strategy / Regional Planning Guidelines/ Ministerial Guidelines etc. • accompanied by Strategic Environmental Assessment / Appropriate Assessment / Strategic Flood Risk Assessment

  6. Content Volume I – 19 Chapters (Introduction, Core Strategy, Settlement Strategy, Housing, Economic Development, Retail, Infrastructure, Natural and Built Heritage, Design Guidance, Village/ Settlement/ Environs Plans, Development Management Standards) Volume II – Appendices (Housing Strategy, Scenic Routes, Landscape Character Areas, SMR) Environmental Reports – SEA /AA

  7. Core Strategy • Target population in 2022 – 252,640 • Target no. housing units in 2022 – 112,477 • RPG Population & Housing targets 2006-2017 • 35%: Leixlip, Maynooth, Celbridge, Kilcock (Metropolitan) • 65%: Remaining areas of Kildare (Hinterland) • Defines Settlement Hierarchy • Environmental Sensitivities (SEA) - emergence of preferred development strategy

  8. Settlement Strategy • Sets out the County’s Settlement Hierarchy (7 tiers) • Large Growth Towns I • Large Growth Towns II • Moderate Sustainable Growth Towns • Small Towns • Villages • Rural Settlements • Rural Nodes • The role of each tier is clearly outlined • Housing and population allocations 2006-2017 are set out

  9. County Kildare Settlement Hierarchy 2011- 2017

  10. Settlement Strategy • Village Plans: zone lands for 14 settlements – CH.17 • Five former LAPs are now Village Plans: • Johnstown, Straffan, Ballymore Eustace, Allenwood and Ballitore, Timolin, Moone & Crookstown. • Six new Village Plans prepared for the following settlements: • Johnstownbridge, Coill Dubh/Coolearagh, Kilmeague, Caragh, Kildangan & Suncroft. • Rural Settlements: Development Strategies with Maps are set out for each of the 21 rural settlements (Ch. 17). • Environs Plans are set out in Ch. 18 for lands in the environs of: • Naas, Kilcock, Blessington, Kill, Athy. • Rural Nodes Small scale clusters within the 23 rural nodes with local need applying. (refer to section 4.12.6)

  11. Housing • Guidance on appropriate locations and densities for new residential development (Table 4.1 & 4.2) • Sets out policies for the following: • Design (layout, quality, accessibility, mix of uses, etc) • Housing mix (providing a range of types and tenures) • Social and affordable housing (Housing Strategy 7 Part V) • Special needs housing (Elderly, student, homeless, etc) • Housing in built up areas (Infill, backland, extensions, etc) • New Rural Housing Policy (Section 4.11)

  12. Rural Housing Policy (1) • Map 4.1 (Rural Housing Policy Zones) • Divides the county into two zones; • RHP Zone 1 (yellow are) • RHP Zone 2 (green area) • The two zones are based on differences in environmental sensitivities, landscape features, development pressure and population density. • The zones are defined by ED’s and can be viewed via the online planning register. A more detailed map also available to view at the public counter. • Table 4.3 (Schedule of Local need) defines local need policy for each of the two zones, one of which must be complied with in order to satisfy the Council of a rural housing need

  13. Rural Housing Policy (2) New Rural Housing Policies • RH1 & RH2: Protection of the physical, environmental, natural & heritage • RH14: Backland development and family members • RH15: Access from towpaths along the Grand Canal and Royal Canal • RH20: Rural dwellings & commercial bloodstock enterprises • RH21: Local Need for Areas Bordering Neighbouring Counties

  14. Rural Housing Policy (3) • Notable Changes to Existing Rural Housing Policies • RH8: (previously RH 5)Occupancy condition increased from 5 to 7 years • RH9:(previously RH 6)Applicant first home in a rural area in Kildare - exceptional cases, where an applicant is acting on foot of a Court order. • RH10:(previously RH 8)Exceptional health circumstances - generally be encouraged in areas close to existing services and facilities and in Rural Settlements. • RH 12:(previously RH 10)Ribbon Development - regard given to the circumstances of immediate family members of a landowner on single infill sites. • RH13: (previously RH 11) Local Need Cluster development - for more than one applicant a recessed Clusters not exceeding five houses, subject to normal, planning, siting, design and local need.

  15. Rural Housing Policy (4) • Notable Changes to Existing Rural Housing Policies • RH16&17: (previously RH 13)Refurbishment of Existing Dwelling – No local need for the sensitive restoration of a derelict traditional dwelling (definition provided). • RH 18: (previously RH 14)Replacement of Existing Dwelling - applicants to comply with the local need except in cases where an the new dwelling is on the same footprint and of the same floor size as the original dwelling. • RH 19: (previously RH 15)Replacement of Derelict Dwelling - Policy now only relates to the sensitive replacement of a structurally unsound derelict dwelling. Local Need still applies. definition of a derelict dwelling as Structure in a ruinous or dangerous condition, incapable of restoration.

  16. Economic Strategy • Primary Economic Growth Towns -Naas, Maynooth, Leixlip • Economic Clusters -Naas and Newbridge with Kilcullen, Maynooth and Leixlip with Celbridge and Kilcock • Secondary Economic Growth Town - Athy and Kildare • District Employment Centre -Monasterevin • Factors influencing economic development - availability of zoned land / infrastructure / quality of life • Rural Development – Plan supports innovation in indigenous industry and encourages business start-ups in rural employment centres (Ch 10) • Tourism / Retail

  17. Infrastructure • Movement and Transport (Roads Infrastructure, Sustainable Travel, Roads Programme, Aviation) • Water Drainage and Environmental Services (Flood Risk Assessment, Water and Wastewater projects) • Energy and Communications (Renewable / Non-renewable, Telecommunications infra etc) • Social and Community Infrastructure

  18. Built Heritage • Architectural Conservation Area boundaries • Ballitore, Kilcock, Leixlip, Maynooth, Monasterevin, Moone, Prosperous, Rathangan • 21 Zones of Archaeological Potential identified • 1,100 structures listed on the RPS - 400 structures added from NIAH - 16 other structures added - 158 structures deleted

  19. Natural Heritage • 7 cSAC’s – Conserves habitat types and species identified in Annex I and II of the EU Habitats Directive • 1 cSPA (Poulaphouca) – classified for rare and vulnerable birds as listed in Annex 1 of the Directive • 23 NHA’s – designated to conserve species and habitats of national importance and sites of geological interest Appropriate Assessment ‘A plan or project may only proceed if it can be concluded on the basis of Appropriate Assessment that there will be no adverse effects on the integrity of a Natura 2000 site’ [SAC’s/SPA’s] • Landscape Recreation and Amenities

  20. Urban and Rural Design Guidelines • Guidance on infill development, brownfield, backland and greenfield edge • Design and layout considerations addressed - scale, building line, roofline, building type/height, permeability, cycling linkages, street hierarchy • Guidance for one-off housing proposals -site analysis and layout, house design, scale, form and proportion, architectural elements, finishes / materials, boundary treatments and sustainability

  21. Development Management Standards Main Changes to CDP 2005-2011 • Change to floor area of apartments • Taking in Charge policy statement • Car Parking standards updated – maximum standards applied • Employment standards • Retail Assessment Criteria

  22. Naas Town Development Plan 2011-2017Operative 6th June 2011

  23. Naas Town Development Plan 2011-2017 • Chapter layout and general policies and objectives in line with CDP • (14 Chapters & 2 Appendices) • SEA and AA separate documents • Target Population 2017- 27,933 • Target Housing Units- 3,610 units • Approx 150 ha zoned to accommodate future residential development

  24. Naas Town Development Plan 2011-2017 Core Strategy Aims: • Large Growth Town 1 in RPGs- ensure Naas can support the level of growth to underpin it’s role within the GDA • Economic Development- Naas as focal point for regional and county economic development and employment growth • Town Centre- support, protect, reinforce and extend role of the town centre as central retailing and serving area • Promotion of sustainable communities • Balancing the environment with sustainable and appropriate development

  25. Athy Town Development Plan 2012-2018

  26. Athy Town Development Plan 2012-2018 • Pre-draft public consultation between April to May 2010 • Public Meeting held May 2010 • Manager’s Report prepared by staff and issued to Members for consideration • Directions received from Members in September 2010 • Proposed Draft Plan prepared by staff • Strategic Environmental Assessment /Appropriate Assessment carried out by CAAS • Strategic Flood Risk Assessment carried out by Kilgallen & Partners • Proposed Draft Plan issued to Members January 2011 • Draft Plan on Public Display from 29th March 2011 to 7th June 2011

  27. Forward Planning Work Programme

  28. Building & Development Control Willie Hannigan

  29. Recent Building Control Developments • From 1st January 2010 the Disability Access Certificates (DAC’s) came into operation. This requires Building Control Authorities to provide DAC’s for all non-domestic buildings and apartments. • At end 2010 DAC 97 applications have been received. They are summarised in the Table below. • In Nov. 2010 Part M of Building Regs. was amended. Amendments come into operation on 1/1/2012

  30. Recent Building Control Developments • From 1st January 2010 the Disability Access Certificates (DAC’s) came into operation. This requires Building Control Authorities to provide DAC’s for all non-domestic buildings and apartments. • At end 2010 DAC 97 applications have been received. They are summarised in the Table below. • In Nov. 2010 Part M of Building Regs. was amended. Amendments come into operation on 1/1/2012

  31. DAC received 2010

  32. Amendments of Building Regs. 1997 • Article 11 (2) is amended to extend the meaning of ‘material alteration’ to include works that would be the subject of a requirement of part M • Article 13 (1) (a) is amended to apply Part M where certain changes of use (identified in subparagraph 2b) takes place. • Amending the requirements of part M of the Second Schedule of the 1997 building Regs.

  33. Exemptions / Transition Arrangements The amendments will not apply in the following circumstances: Where a Planning Application has been made on or before 31st December 2011…… and where substantial work has been completed by 31st December 2013. Where a Fire Safety Cert. or Disability Access Cert. ……has been granted on or before 31st Dec 2011 and where substantial work has been completed by 31st December 2013.

  34. Technical Guidance Document M 2010 To coincide with the operation of these amendments, Technical Guidance Document M 2000 (Access for People with Disabilities) is replaced by Technical Guidance Document M 2010 (Access and Use). This new guidance document comes into effect on 1/1/2012. The main features of the new Technical Guidance Doc: It applies to the to the environs of a building (other than dwellings) and the approach to a building. Guidance on the provision of facilities in buildings (other than dwellings) Guidance on the provision of aids to communication in buildings (other than dwellings)

  35. S. 29 of Planning and Development Act 2010 amended the circumstances where an extension of the duration of a planning permission can be sought In the case of residential developments that will be taken in charge by the Council, it is Council policy that the bond requirements of the permission be met before granting extensions of duration.

  36. Where further information is requested on an application for an extension of the duration of a planning permission, the applicant must respond within four weeks. It has been brought to our attention that a time frame of four weeks is inadequate to put a bond in place. You should advise your clients that they should ensure that the bond is in place before applying for an extension of the duration of a planning permission for a residential development.

  37. Environment Section

  38. Environment • Mains reasons for F.I. requests: • Cross Section of site not submitted • Incomplete Site Characterisation Forms • Inconsistencies between the Site Characterisation Form and Site Suitability Report • Applications for extensions and/or retention do not the septic tank/wastewater

  39. Environment • Treatment system certified by an Accredited Assessor • All Site Characterisation Forms must be completed in accordance with the • EPA Code of Practice

  40. Water Services - WSIP Water Services Investment Programme 2010-2012 • Barrow abstraction Scheme consists of followings contracts • Contract 1 (Water Treatment plant-DBO) • Contract 2 –Srowland to Ardscull reservoir Rising mains • Contract 3A- Ardscull to Old kilcullen Reservoir Rising main • Contract 4 –Bagenalstown Lock upgrade (will be carried out by Waterways Ireland between Oct- Mar 2012)

  41. Water Services - WSIP • Contract1- Water Treatment plant- DBO • Contract was awarded to Veolia Water Ireland for the capital value of €24.6 million. The average capacity of proposed plant is 31ML/day • The scheme commenced on 16/5 and a programmed to be completed and commissioned in Q2, 2013.

  42. Water Services- WSIP • Contract 2- Srowland to Ardscull Rising mains • This scheme consists of constructing approx 7km of 400mm diameter ductileiron rising main and 7km of 700mm diameter ductile iron rising main from Water Treatment plant to Ardscull reservoir. Tender submissions were received on 6/5/2011 and it’s expected that the scheme will commence in Oct, 2011 with 12 month construction period.

  43. Water Services • Contract 3A- Ardscull to Old Kilcullen Reservoir Rising main • This scheme consists of laying Approx 15km of 700mm diameter ductile iron rising main . The estimated cost is €11 million . closing date for tender submissions is 30/6 and it’s expected the scheme will commence in early Jan, 2012 and a programmed to be completed end of 2012

  44. Water Services - WSIP • Kildare Town WWTP-DBO • Contract was awarded to Siac/EPS .The upgrading of Kildare WWTP has started . The plant will be upgraded from 9700 PE to 14000 PE (phase 1) by end of 2011and to 28000 PE (phase2) by end of 2012. The tender cost is approx €17.6 million . The scheme includes the construction of 15km outfall to the River Barrow and the operation and maintenance of Kildare WWTP and Monasterevin WWTP for the 22 year contract period.

  45. Water Services - WSIP • Kildare Sewer network . It is expected that the upgrading of sewer network will commence in Q2 2012 and be completed within 12 months subject to the approval of DoECLG. Contract Documents with Department for approval. The estimated cost of this scheme is €4 million

  46. Water Services - WSIP • Upper Liffey Valley - Contract 1 - Osberstown WWTP (Barrys) • Finalise contract documents, 3 months by Q3 2011 • Start construction Q3 2012 • Commissioning –Construction period of 24 months –Q3 2014 

  47. Water Services - WSIP • Upper Liffey Valley - Contract 2B - Network (Barrys) • Finalise contract documents, Q1 2012 • Start construction Q1 2013 • Construction, 2 years & commissioning – Q1 2015

  48. Water Services - WSIP • Upper Liffey Valley - Contract 2A - Network  (RPS) • Finalise contract documents, Q4 2011 • Start construction, Q4 2013 • Commissioning 2 years Q4 2015 • Ballymore WWTP (Nicholas O'Dwyer) • Finalise contract docs, Q2 2011 • Start construction, 9 months – Q2 2012  • Commissioning Q1 2013

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