Cork City Centre Strategy Final Report 2022

Draft City Development Plan 2022-2028

Additionally, this Action Plan has also taken account of the strategic principles set out in the Draft CDP. The next section reviews these principles and considers opportunities to advance and realise these.

A city of neighbourhoods and communities Develop a sustainable, liveable city of neighbourhoods and communities based on the 15-minute city concept, ensuring that placemaking is at the heart of all development.

Sustainable and active travel To implement the Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Study (CMATS) and develop a transformed sustainable transport system with a significant shift toward walking, cycling and public transport and to enshrine this principle in all developments across the City.

A strong and diverse economy Support Cork City’s role as the economic driver for the region and the creation of a strong, resilient, diverse and innovative economy. heritage with new buildings, townscapes and public spaces achieved through the highest standards of architecture and urban design. Enhanced built and natural heritage Protect, enhance, support and develop our built and natural heritage, our open spaces and parks, and our green and blue infrastructure, and expand our built A resilient City Contribute to a framework for the transition to a low-carbon and climate-resilient City, resilient to extreme weather events, pandemics, economic cycles and other potential shocks.

A city of learning and culture To build on Cork’s designation as a UNESCO Learning City and the city’s rich cultural heritage and to foster learning, culture, heritage and the arts throughout the City.

Guiding principles developed in the next section

A connected City Cork City will continue to be a highly connected city providing local, regional, national and international connectivity.

A healthy, inclusive and diverse city Build on Cork City’s status as a World Health Organisation designated Healthy City, offering an inclusive and vibrant environment for all whilst promoting healthy living and wellbeing.

Source: Cork City Council, Draft Development Plan 2022-2028

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