​To the Elected Members and Planning Authority,

​Subject: Strong Support for the Retention of St. Edmundsbury as High Amenity Lands

​As a resident of Lucan, I am writing to express my strong support for the proposed material alteration to retain St. Edmundsbury as High Amenity lands.

​St. Edmundsbury is not just a plot of land; it is a vital green lung and an irreplaceable environmental, recreational, and visual asset for our rapidly growing community. Protecting it is essential for several key reasons:

​1. A Vital Ecological Corridor

​St. Edmundsbury is a crucial piece of the Liffey Valley landscape. Its mature woodlands, historic hedgerows, and open fields form a continuous green corridor that allows local wildlife to thrive. Allowing development here would fragment these delicate habitats, permanently damage biodiversity, and erase the natural character of the area.

​2. Perfect Alignment with National Policy

​Retaining this High Amenity zoning directly supports the core goals of the National Planning Framework (NPF). Specifically, it helps us:

• ​Strengthen green infrastructure within urban areas.
• ​Build climate resilience by preserving natural carbon sinks and flood-mitigating land.
• ​Protect biodiversity and safeguard our shared natural and cultural heritage.

​3. Community Wellbeing and Identity

​As Lucan continues to urbanize, preserving spaces like St. Edmundsbury becomes incredibly important for our mental and physical wellbeing. Having access to undisturbed natural beauty fosters a strong sense of place and identity. We must protect this natural capital for both current residents and future generations.

​Conclusion

​For the sake of Lucan’s environment, heritage, and future, I warmly welcome this proposed material alteration. I respectfully urge the elected members to adopt the proposal and keep St. Edmundsbury zoned as High Amenity.

​Thank you for your time, leadership, and consideration of this submission.

​Sincerely,

Jason Monahan