2019 Q4
2020 Q1
2020 Q2
2020 Q3
2020 Q4
Live planning Permission Commenced In Process (Planning Application Lodged)
Live planning Permission Not comenced
Total Residential Units
2.36 Figure 2.15 is an analysis of recent residential development and planning activity in Cork City. In Q4, 2020 commencement was underway on sites with planning permission to deliver over 3,173 new residential units. In addition, the city has capacity to deliver more than 5,200 additional residential units via live planning permissions not yet commenced. A further 2,554 residential units are currently being assessed through the planning application stage. 2.37 While this increase in planning activity is a progressive st p, it illustrates how the implementation of planning permissions and the delivery of residential unit remains largely dependent on the market. As Fig 2.16 shows, further measure are needed to ensure the housing market in Cork City can deliver the housing stock required to meet the NPF population growth targets set out in this Plan. 2.37 While this increase in planning activity is a progres- sive step, it illustrates how the implementation of planning permissions and the delivery of residential units remains largely dependent on the market. As Fig 2.16 shows, further measures are needed to ensure the housing market in Cork City can deliver the housing stock required to meet the ambitious NPF population growth targets set out in this Plan. Figure 2.15: Residential Development Activity, Source: CSO 2021 (*excludes social and stude t units)
Targets for Housing and Population Growth 2016 - 2028
0 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000
258,091
210,853
104,776
86,976
2016
2028
Housing Stock Population
Figure 2.16: Targeted Housing Stock and Population Growth, Source: CSO 2021.
Figure 2.16: Targeted Housing Stock and Population Growth, Source: CSO 2021
2.38 The introduction of the vacant site levy under the Urban Regeneration and Housing Act 2015 (as amended) is an enabling tool for local authorities to stimulate development. Cork City Council will continue to progress the delivery of development on these sites through active land management measures. Under the Derelict Sites Act 1990 (as amended), Cork City Council also has powers to add sites and buildings to the Derelict Sites Register. Cork City Council will continue to implement these powers to reduce dereliction in the city.
Factors Affecting Population Growth
2.39 Residential development is a central driver in realising and sustaining population growth. There are other additional factors that need consideration when planning for population change. Changes to average household size, migration and immigration rates and changes to tenure mix and student hous- ing numbers all contribute to population change in the city. Quality of life also plays a defining role in influencing population change. Delivering a wide range of improvements in the urban environment, community infrastructure and cultural experiences improves the quality of life on offer in a city.
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Cork City Draft Development Plan 2022-2028
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