11.9 The following applies to all development proposals in Cork City to ensure that placemaking is at the heart of all development: 1. Build on the distinctive character of Cork City and our shared cultural heritage by developing the City using place-based contemporary architecture and best practice urban design and conservation. 2. Reinforce the uniqueness and identity of Cork City’s streets, neighbourhoods, towns and communities by requiring designs based on local form, character and architectural features. 3. Create new architecture based on the distinctive character of Cork that creates place-making in the city, based on human and physical diversity. 4. Build on local character to reinforce diversity and unique neighbourhoods and respecting cultural historical value in the built environment of the local area and City. 5. Increase greening in the City by designing green spaces, trees, rooftops and biodiversity areas at the earliest stage. Cork City Council will require the following, wherever relevant and appropriate: (i) Safe, attractive and high-quality green streets through increased tree cover and planting, (ii) Delivery and access to green space and play space within a short walk from home, (iii) Reduced car parking and facilitating walking, cycling and the use of green corridors, (iv) Protection and enhancement of key green and blue spaces, (v) Multifunctional open spaces and cater for a diverse range of needs, sport and recreation. 6. Demonstrate responsible design that responds to environmental and climate-related challenges using architectural and design solutions that provide quality of life, flexibility and resilience to change. 7. Design resilient buildings and public spaces that deliver long-term value and enhance the quality of the city with climate change adaptation and energy efficiency. 8. Design buildings and spaces with safety and security in mind, to avoid anti-social behaviour, prevent crime and create safe places for all of Cork’s residents and visitors.
11.10 Cork City Council will provide clear direction for concept designs, detailed plans and construction projects including private developments, infrastructure service providers, state projects and Cork City Council’s own projects. 11.11 Urban design is a key component of placemaking. The achievement of good urban design is about how we plan for and create sustainable places that successfully embody the values of society and best practice in town planning, architecture, landscape architecture and engineering. Cognisance should also be had to the principles set out in “Urban Design Manual: A Best Practice Guide” (DEHLG, 2009). Factors such as density, height, traffic generation, parking provision, accessibility, safety, design and open space provision are important in achieving good urban design. 11.12 All new development should enrich the urban qualities of the City and its towns, villages and suburbs. A high standard of design is essential to this process, as well as the fostering socially and economically viable communities. Creating a distinctive sense of place taking into account context, character and setting is essential. Development proposals will be assessed on the visual characteristics of the built form and related elements such as aspect and orientation, proportion, the balance of solid to void, the shapes and details of roofs, chimneys, windows and doors and the materials used. Details of walls, gates, street furniture, paving and planting will also be noted. Roof forms should harmonise with and not clash with the city’s traditional pitched roof forms. Layouts of buildings and spaces must be designed to ensure that areas are permeable, pleasant, legible and safe.
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