10.181 In this context it is appropriate that land use planning supports further diversification of activities at the Airport including, • zoning of additional lands for Airport related enterprise activities • identifying public transport and active travel improvements • Facilitate the upgrade of environmental and technological infrastructure including water and waste water, sustainable energy generation and broadband upgrades. 10.182 A new Framework Plan for the Airport and surrounding area will be prepared during the lifetime of this plan. 10.183 This will provide for a new land use strategy together with the identification of new infrastructural development necessary to support and sustain the future development of the area whilst supporting the international competitiveness of Cork City and Cork Metropolitan Area.
10.186 The original terminal building has been vacant since 2005 and is no longer suitable for modern aviation needs. Demolition of the old terminal building will be required to facilitate the construction of new aircraft stands and a pier extension to facilitate additional gates at the southern end of the terminal.
Runway Expansion
10.187 It is envisaged that the existing 16/34 runway may be extended north and south to facilitate increased capacity and to accommodate aircraft serving long haul destinations. Land use planning in proximity to the runway should acknowledge the importance of safeguarding the future of Cork Airport subject to appropriate impact assessments.
Primary Infrastructure
Terminal
10.184 A terminal building opened in 2006 replacing the original structure which had been operational since the 1960’s. A number of additions and modifications may be required to the terminal and wider Airport campus to facilitate anticipated growth. 10.185 It is considered appropriate that further expansion of the terminal to facilitate a number of new additional gates and enhancement of security facilities be facilitated in order to regain previous levels of business and sustain its growth into the future.
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