Adamstown South & West (Outer) Strategic Development Area
Observation
I strongly support the additional Specific Local Objectives adopted for the Adamstown South & West (Outer) Strategic Development Area.
Given the scale of development proposed, it is essential that housing growth is accompanied by:
- Strategic transport infrastructure.
- Primary healthcare facilities.
- Community and social infrastructure.
- Garda facilities.
- Swimming pool and leisure facilities.
- Appropriate road and active travel infrastructure.
These objectives do not prevent development. Rather, they help ensure that future growth is delivered in a sustainable and balanced manner and that residents are not left waiting years for essential services and facilities.
The planning framework should continue to prioritise an infrastructure-first approach and these amendments should be retained.
Final General Comment
Observation
I support the amendments adopted by the elected members that seek to align future housing growth with the delivery of transport, healthcare, community and recreational infrastructure.
Lucan is expected to accommodate a significant proportion of the additional housing provided through Variation No. 2. It is therefore appropriate that stronger safeguards are included to ensure that infrastructure delivery keeps pace with development.
The amendments relating to Adamstown SDZ West, Adamstown South & West (Outer) Strategic Development Area and Finnstown Castle improve the Variation by promoting infrastructure-led growth, environmental protection, heritage conservation and long-term community wellbeing.
I respectfully request that these amendments be retained in the final adopted Variation.