Chief Executive’s Report on Draft Plan Consultation
Volume 2 – Summary of Submissions Received
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Cork City Submission No.:
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Shane Dineen
Fáilte Ireland
Summary of Submission and Observation:
• The submission seeks to enhance the policy coverage in the Draft Development Plan to ensure a meaningful framework is established for the enhancement of tourism in the City, and the engagement with the wider Cork region, during the Plan period. The submission has been prepared having regard to the tourism profile of the City; the existing policy context in the Draft Plan; and an established template for sustainable tourism policies being used by Fáilte Ireland to guide Planning Authorities. • It is considered in terms of tourism that the draft Plan does not full set out the value of tourism as a key economic driver, the potential development and the role tourism will play in the future of Cork City. • Tourism needs to be included in the vision, tourism strategic objectives stated for the City and how to achieve this through product development and the regional brands ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ and ‘Wild Atlantic Way’, and as set out in our s ubmission in response to the Issues Paper in 2020. • Consideration should be given to including a dedicated Tourism Chapter, or a more detailed and robust Tourism Section. • Include text in respect of the relevant framework i.e. alignment with National Tourism Policy, National Planning Framework and the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy, Tourism development priorities applicable to Cork and alignment with Fáilte Ireland’s plans and programmes. • Cross reference between sections in the Draft Plan relating to projects such as the Cork Docklands, Night- time Economy, Visitor Orientation, Access to the Airport etc. should be strongly referenced in a Tourism Chapter/Section given their importance to delivering an improved tourism offering for Cork. • Amend SO 6 as follows: “ Be a national and regional economic driver delivering strong, resilient, diverse and innovative economic growth. Focus new employment in strategic areas across the city. Enhance Cork’s role as a city of learning, using knowledge and talent as a key enabler for city and economic growth. Acknowledging the vital importance of the tourism sector to economic development, continue to encourage and promote the sustainable development of a range of quality tourism facilities, attractions and accommodation types across Cork City .” • Amend Table 4.3 to include reference to “….sustainable travel and tourism and recreation infrastructure for both residents and visitors ”; • Objectives 6.3 and 6.6 are welcomed but clear reference to a ccess to the water and water activities on the River Lee in the city with activity/access points along the river out towards the harbour including areas such as Tivoli, North Docklands and Horgan Quay are prime examples of spaces with significant tourism potential. Making this provision will support entrepreneurship and facilitate business development through outdoor activity providers and other on water activity. • Section 7.16: amend as follows: Fáilte Ireland, in partnership with Cork City Council , is currently leading the preparation of a Tourism Destination Experience Development Plan for Cork City and East Cork…. • Section 7.16: amend as follows: As previously stated, at the time of preparation of the Draft Development Plan, Cork City Council is working with Fáilte Ireland and other stakeholders to prepare a Tourism Destination Experience Development Plan for Cork City and East Cork. • Urban animation will play an increasingly important role in transforming and re-imaging our public spaces as safe, welcoming and vibrant places to visit. Para. 7.73: Consider including reference to Fáilte Ireland’s Urban Animation Investment Scheme1 and the previously announced Outdoor Dining Enhancement Scheme; • Chapter 8: Heritage, Arts and Culture : Throughout Chapter 8, the language focuses primarily on the protection of heritage rather than also on interpretation and engagement. Positioning the Heritage in Cork City as unique and appealing might help bring Tourism further into this Chapter. • City Centre / Objective 10 .8: amend objective as follows: To support the City Centre as a destination for national and international tourism and to expand the draw and offer of the City Centre. This will include targeted measures to enhance these historic areas such as investing in Shandon and Elizabeth Fort and
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