Cork City Development Plan 2022 - 2028 Volume 1

Chapter 2 I Core Strategy

Using an Evidence Based Approach

2.31 In preparing this Plan, Cork City Council carried out a series of supporting strategies and studies that provide an evidence based approach to planning and, where possible, to reflect on best international practice. The studies cover a range of land use planning areas such as housing, green and blue infrastructure, employment, urban density and building height and are prepared to inform the delivery and implementation of this Plan.

Cork City and County Joint Housing Strategy and Housing Need Demand Assessment

Cork City and County Joint Housing Strategy and Housing Need Demand Assessment:

This strategy, which was jointly commissioned by Cork City Council and Cork County Council, provides an evidence base to inform development plan targets for housing and population, and to understand the likely mix of house- holds looking to find a home in Cork City and County. The HNDA and Housing Strategy provide the necessary analysis and policy recommendations to ensure that housing demand supply will be met.

Cork City Neighbourhood Profile

Cork City Neighbourhood Profile: This study sets out a socio-economic profile of the network of neighbourhoods, towns, and communities in the city. It uses a series of indicators based on census data to provide individual profiles for neighbourhoods and towns. It also provides comparative data to evaluate these places. The profile provides the evidence to inform developers, planners and the wider community to make evidence based decisions on the nature, mix and form of new development at neighbourhood level.

Cork City Active Recreation Infrastructure Study

Cork City Active Recreational Needs Study: This study determines the quantum of active recreational needs facilities required, the role of these facilities and the benefits of investing in sport including policy guidance to safeguard the provision of land for recreation and open space. As part of this study an audit and review of the existing recreational infrastructure in the City was carried out, including consultation with key stakeholders.

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Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028 I Volume 1

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