Chapter 7
Economy and Employment
Issues / Recommendations / Observations
Sub. No.
Chief Executive’s Response & Recommendation
perspective – tech sector, cybersecurity, National Space Centre, MTU Blackrock Castle Observatory, maritime assets, data centre opportunity, telecoms infrastructure etc.) to exploit same, support for the development of a “new space” cluster in the greater Cork region should be considered for inclusion in the plan. Supports having more good places to eat, including more healthy food options such as more smoothie takeaways, and more fruit and veg stands, with healthy food made available in vending machines. Require more places to shop and include places for beauty / grooming. Creating and promoting opportunities for employment and social enterprises that are flexible and allow for people to work reduced hours or work remotely. Modifying job tasks to suit the employee with a disability. Any planned upgrades or new retail developments in the City or suburbs should be universally designed. A holistic view should be taken to ensure the City and suburbs are not only safe spaces to get around but also provide local amenities, retail and transport options that are accessible. Cork City Council have a significant role in encouraging retailers and members of the public to keep paths in the
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Paragraph 7.81 supports the need to provide for a range of uses in our centres apart from retail including residential, leisure and recreation, tourism, civic, community etc. The control of specific uses including the types of restaurants that occupy premises generally constitutes exempted development under planning legislation and therefore is outside the scope of the Development Plan. Recommendation: No change. Paragraphs 7.24 to 7.26 set out the policy approach to support enterprise, innovation, research and development. Accessibility to buildings is a matter for the Building Regulations. Cork City Council utilises universal design in the design of public realm projects. Chapter 3 of the Plan deals with Specialised Housing Provision including policy support addressing Housing for Older People and People with Disabilities. Recommendation: No change.
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