Submission from the National Transport Authority (Submission No 348)
Issues / Recommendations / Observations
Chief Executive’s Response & Recommendation
25,000 jobs, it would appear to broadly equate to a mode share of 75% for non-car modes. However, the standards relating to destination parking in Table 10.5 would point to a far more restrictive parking regime and a correspondingly lower car mode share than the total number of destination spaces specified in Figure 10.6 would imply. It may be necessary to review this matter. Figure 10.8 Phasing of Mobility and Transport It is noted that an additional river crossing is indicated at the confluence of the River Lee’s north and south channels that is not specified in either CMATS or Figure 10.5 Indicative Transport Network. This needs to be clarified.
This represents the situation in the Public Realm Strategy of 2012 and is intended to suggest pedestrian bridges that might be required in the absence of the proposed Kent Station multi-modal bridge). This context has evolved and the pedestrian bridges are no longer recommended. Recommendation: Amend Figure 10.8 to omit the additional river cross at the confluence of the River Lee’s north and south channels.
8. Car & Cycle Parking Standards
Maximum Car Parking Standards (section 11.238) The NTA supports the Draft Plan’s application of maximum standards and the application of the zonal approach to the determination of parking provision, based broadly on degrees of centrality within the city and levels of public transport accessibility and capacity. Recommendation: In addition to the current provisions of the Draft Plan, it is recommended that, in locations where the highest intensity of development occurs within all Key Growth Areas, an approach that caps car parking on an area-wide basis should be considered. Furthermore, it is recommended that in order to determine the most appropriate level of parking provision within the maximum standards specified, criteria relating to public transport accessibility levels (PTALS) and
Strategic Objective 3 outlines the following in relation to capped parking: “All new development proposals will be subject to maximum car parking standards to achieve greater modal shift and promote sustainable transport patterns. In locations where the highest intensity of development occurs, Cork City Council may consider an approach that caps car parking on an area-wide
basis by means of Area Based Transport Assessments (ABTAs).” It is considered that this addresses the issues raised by the NTA.
In relation to the standards that apply to both Offices and Industry, these standards will be reviewed in tandem with the rollout of CMATS and may also be examined further at a macro / local level in conjunction with the preparation of Area Based Framework and Guidance documents.
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