SEA Environmental Report for the Draft Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028
Legislation, Plan, etc.
Summary of high-level aim/ purpose/ objective
Summary of lower level objectives, actions etc.
Relevance to the Plan
Local Economic and Community Plans (LECPs), including the Cork City LECP 2016-2021
The overarching vision for each LECP is: “to promote the well-being and quality of life of citizens and communities
The purpose of the LECP, as provided for in the Local Government Reform Act 2014, is to set out, for a six-year period, the objectives and actions needed to promote and support the economic development and the local and community development of the relevant local authority area, both by itself directly and in partnership with other economic and community development stakeholders.
Where new land use developments or activities occur as a result of this legislation, plan, programme, etc., individually or in combination with others, potential in- combination effects (see Section 8.2) may arise. Implementation of the Plan needs to comply with all environmental legislation and align with and cumulatively contribute towards – in combination with other users and bodies and their plans etc. – the achievement of the objectives of the regulatory framework for environmental protection and management. Where new land use developments or activities occur as a result of this legislation, plan, programme, etc., individually or in combination with others, potential in- combination effects (see Section 8.2) may arise. Implementation of the Plan needs to comply with all environmental legislation and align with and cumulatively contribute towards – in combination with other users and bodies and their plans etc. – the achievement of the objectives of the regulatory framework for environmental protection and management. Where new land use developments or activities occur as a result of this legislation, plan, programme, etc., individually or in combination with others, potential in- combination effects (see Section 8.2) may arise. Implementation of the Plan needs to comply with all environmental legislation and align with and cumulatively contribute towards – in combination with other users and bodies and their plans etc. – the achievement of the objectives of the regulatory framework for environmental protection and management. Where new land use developments or activities occur as a result of this legislation, plan, programme, etc., individually or in combination with others, potential in- combination effects (see Section 8.2) may arise. Implementation of the Plan needs to comply with all environmental legislation and align with and cumulatively contribute towards – in combination with other users and bodies and their plans etc. – the achievement of the objectives of the regulatory framework for environmental protection and management. Where new land use developments or activities occur as a result of this legislation, plan, programme, etc., individually or in combination with others, potential in- combination effects (see Section 8.2) may arise. Implementation of the Plan needs to comply with all environmental legislation and align with and cumulatively contribute towards – in combination with other users and bodies and their plans etc. – the achievement of the objectives of the regulatory framework for environmental protection and management. Where new land use developments or activities occur as a result of this legislation, plan, programme, etc., individually or in combination with others, potential in- combination effects (see Section 8.2) may arise. Implementation of the Plan needs to comply with all environmental legislation and align with and cumulatively contribute towards – in combination with other users and bodies and their plans etc. – the achievement of the objectives of the regulatory framework for environmental protection and management.
Cork City Landscape Study (2008) and Cork County Landscape Character Assessment
Characterises the geographical dimension of the landscape.
Identifies the quality, value, sensitivity and capacity of the landscape area. Guides strategies and guidelines for the future development of the landscape.
Cork City Heritage and Biodiversity Plan 2021 – 2026 [in preparation]
The overall aim of the Cork City Heritage and Biodiversity Plan is “to protect, enhance and promote the heritage and biodiversity of Cork city and to place the care of heritage at the heart of the community.”
An action plan that sets out a series of realistic and practical actions to protect conserve and manage our heritage over the next five years and a methodology on the implementation of these actions. It will include actions on archaeology, built, cultural and natural heritage, as biodiversity is an integral part of all elements of heritage. The actions from this Heritage and Biodiversity Plan will strengthen Cork City’s heritage and biodiversity and its economy, by supporting the tourism and the recreation sectors. The actions will also contribute to the health and wellbeing of our communities.
Cork Agglomeration Noise Action Plan 2018 - 2023
Noise Action Plans are prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Environmental Noise Regulations 2006, Statutory Instrument 140 of 2006. These Regulations give effect to the EU Directive 2002/49/EC relating to the assessment and management of environmental noise. This Directive sets out a process for managing environmental noise in a consistent manner across the EU and the Noise Regulations set out the approach to meeting the requirements of the Directive in Ireland.
The main purpose of Noise Action Plans is to: Inform and consult the public about noise exposure, its effects and the measures which may be considered to address noise problems Address strategic noise issues by requiring competent authorities to draw up action plans to manage noise issues and their effects Reduce noise, where possible, and maintain the environmental acoustic quality where it is good
Cork City Council Climate Change Adaptation Strategy 2019-2024
The Strategy is developed around 7 key themes/goals: 1.
The Cork City Council Climate Change Adaptation Strategy 2019-2024 seeks to: Ensure a proper comprehension of the key risks and vulnerabilities of climate change; Bring forward the implementation of climate resilient actions in a planned and proactive manner; and ensure that climate adaptation considerations are mainstreamed into all operations and functions of Cork City Council.
Local Adaptation Governance and Business Operations;
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Infrastructure and Built Environment; Land Use and Development; Drainage, Water and Flood Management;
Nature, Natural Resources and Cultural Infrastructure; Citizen Safety, Health and Wellbeing; and Partnerships with other Sectors and Agencies.
Cork City Council’s Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan (SECAP)
SECAP provides a baseline assessment of energy use and greenhouse gas emissions associated with energy use in Cork City (based on the year 2011 data and boundary).
The SECAP identifies ways to reduce energy related greenhouse gas emissions by 43.7% by 2030.
CAAS for Cork City Council
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