Shandon Integrated Urban Strategy Oct 2024

The Following sets out the relevant policy relating to each objective, in particular how they draw on the key Strategic Principles set out in The Cork City Development Plan 2022 - 2028 B. POLICY CONTEXT

Nice Place to Live: Shandon as a more attractive and viable place to live with shops, businesses, activities and a nice environment for all ages. KEY OBJECTIVES: • Create a pleasant living environment for residents of all ages. • Ensure access to shops, recreational activities, and community services. SUPPORTING TCF BY making Shandon a more viable and attractive places to live, work, socialize, and run businesses RELEVANT POLICY Bringing Back Homes - Manual for the reuse of existing buildings (2nd edition); Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028; + Sustainable and Compact Settlements Guidelines for Planning Authorities, 2024 Development Plan Strategic Principle/s: 1. A city of neighbourhoods and communities 2. A healthy, inclusive and diverse city Employment: Creation of vibrant centre with more jobs and business opportunities. KEY OBJECTIVES: • Establish a dynamic neighbourhood that attracts businesses, startups, and job seekers. • Encourage entrepreneurship and innovation. RELEVANT POLICY Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028; Night Time Economy Strategy Development Plan Strategic Principle/s: 1. A strong and diverse economy 2. A resilient City

Visitor Destination: Shandon as a place that visitors will be more attracted to. KEY OBJECTIVES: • Enhance Shandon’s appeal to tourists and visitors. • Showcase its unique features, history, and cultural offerings. RELEVANT POLICY Cork City Arts and Cultural Infrastructure - Needs Assessment Report; City Development Plan 2022-2028; Night-time Economy Strategy; Wayfinding Strategy Development Plan Strategic Principle/s: 1. A healthy, inclusive and diverse city 2. A connected City Easy to Move Around: Shandon as a place that is easy, safe, accessible and attractive to walk and cycle around with convenient and direct connections to the city centre. KEY OBJECTIVES: • Create pedestrian-friendly pathways, safe cycling lanes, and efficient public transport connections to the city centre. • Prioritise safety for all, including vulnerable populations. RELEVANT POLICY Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets policy document (DMURS); Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028; Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Study (CMATS); Wayfinding Strategy; Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy Development Plan Strategic Principle/s: 1. Compact Growth 2. Sustainable and active travel

Green: Shandon as a place that is green, sustainable and takes climate change into account. KEY OBJECTIVES: • Develop green spaces, promote sustainable practices, and integrate climate change considerations into urban planning. • Implement energy-efficient infrastructure and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. RELEVANT POLICY CCC’s Tree Strategy 2022; CCC Green and Blue Infrastructure Study 2022; All Ireland Pollinator Plan; Cork City Swift Project; Cork City Council’s Heritage and Biodiversity Plan (2021-2026); Climate Change Action Plan, 2021 (updated May 2022); Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028; Development Plan Strategic Principle/s: 1. Enhanced built and natural heritage 2. A resilient city Culture: Shandon as a cultural city quarter with a focus on arts and culture. KEY OBJECTIVES: • Foster a vibrant arts and culture scene within Shandon. • Support local artists, galleries, theatres, and cultural events. RELEVANT POLICY Cork City Arts and Cultural Infrastructure- Needs Assessment Report; City Development Plan 2022- 2028; Night-time Economy Strategy Development Plan Strategic Principle/s: A city of learning and culture

Heritage: Protect the unique historic character of Shandon and revitalise it’s old buildings. KEY OBJECTIVES: • Safeguard Shandon’s historic character by restoring and re-purposing old buildings. • Celebrate heritage while adapting to modern needs. RELEVANT POLICY Cork City Council’s Heritage and Biodiversity Plan (2021-2026); Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028 (Architectural Conservation Areas); Architectural Heritage Guidelines for Local Authorities, Town Centre First; Places for People: National Policy of Architecture; Monuments Acts 1930-2014; Wayfinding Strategy Development Plan Strategic Principle/s: 1. Enhanced built and natural heritage 2. A city of learning and culture

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