space, and also including land which has been habitually used as public open space. Such lands shall be protected for recreation, open space and amenity purposes. c. The development of open spaces should “aim to enhance and protect natural features and views and be set in safe and secure environments with the emphasis on active open spaces accessible to and enjoyed by all sectors of the community. d. To follow an approach of qualitative as well as quantitative standards for open spaces providing high quality open spaces with high levels of access to recreation for local communities. e. Specific design outcomes should be framed in relation to the nature of spaces being created or enhanced (e.g. in relation to main tenancy, nature exposure and connectivity, strategic landscape and social role).” Objective 8.12 ‐ Cork as a City of Culture To celebrate Cork as a city of culture and to support the further development of Cork as a centre for arts, culture and creativity; Cork City Council will aim to further expand and improve on the provision of such facilities and consider cultural provision in development management. Objective 8.2 ‐ Protection of Archaeological Resource See Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment – Section 2.3 – Policy Objectives & Conclusion. Objective 8.17 – Conservation of the City’s Built Heritage See Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment – Section 2.3 – Policy Objectives & Conclusion. Objective 8.18 ‐ Reuse & Refurbishment Historic Buildings See Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment – Section 2.3 – Policy Objectives & Conclusion. Objective 8.23 – Development in Architectural Conservation Areas See Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment – Section 2.3 – Policy Objectives & Conclusion. Objective 10.1 ‐ Strategic City Centre Objectives a. To strengthen and build upon the potential of Cork City Centre as the vibrant heart of the City and region and as a great place to live, work, recreate and visit. b. To support the preparation and outcomes of the Cork City Centre Revitalisation Action Plan 2021 ‐ 2025 c. To continue to identify innovative solutions to the development and enhancement of the City Centre. d. To encourage and provide for a mix of uses including residential, business and commercial, recreation and leisure, tourism, culture and the arts. e. To expand the range of services in the City Centre, ensuring that it can function both as the hub of activity for the metropolitan area, while also functioning as a meaningful neighbourhood for those who live there. f. To support the potential of the City Centre as an important location to do business, developing indigenous and international enterprises and enhancing its role as the primary destination for retail and office use in the region. Objective 10.8 ‐ City Centre Tourism To support the City Centre as a destination for national and international tourism and to expand the draw and offer of the City Centre. This will include targeted measures to enhance these
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