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PART I: INTRODUCTION & CONTEXT Chapter 2: Historic Context, Settlement Policy & Vision indicated as a key town within the RPGs with a defined growth rate, population targets and estimate of residential land requirement. Population growth is envisaged to be higher in this primary growth centre than the other settlements, with the exception of Monksland/Bellanamullia (Athlone West) which is linked to the Midlands Linked Gateway. ‣ Key support towns have an interacting and supporting role to the County town and act as service centres for their adjacent rural areas. Population growth for these centres is expected to be less than that for the County Town, with Boyle marginally less than Roscommon and then Ballaghaderreen and Castlerea less than that again but above that expected of the Remainder of the County as reflected in the RPGs. ‣ The Gateways as priority growth areas should be growing at faster rates then the regions, though the Hub and Linked Hub are also expected to grow and build on critical mass at a higher rate then recent trends, while the rest of the region grows at a steadier rate in line with the NSS principles. ‣ The Regional Planning Guidelines for the West 2010 – 2022 recognise Monksland as an integral part of the Athlone Gateway and the fact that this area is an important employment generating area for the Midlands and Western Region. ‣ Monksland/Bellanamullia (Athlone West) is always likely to have a greater population growth rate than anywhere else in the County due to its proximity to the Linked Gateway of Athlone-Mullingar-Tullamore. This will continue to be encouraged. ‣ In the past the actual population growth has not always reflected expected trends. For example, between 2002 and 2006 Boyle grew at a greater rate than Roscommon Town (14.4% as opposed to 12%) largely due to tax incentives and improvements in roads infrastructure such as the N4 which provides easy access from this area to larger employment centres such as Carrick-on- Shannon and Sligo. Due to the cessation of the tax incentives, growth is likely to decrease to below that of the County Town. ‣ During periods of economic decline the normal trends of population growth levels in towns exceeding those of rural areas normally slows. In this context, and with the continuation of the weak economic growth observed at the start of the LAP period, there may be an expectation that population stagnation or decline may occur during the LAP period. This contingency has been considered in the strategic development model summarised in section 2.6 of this LAP. ‣ Growth in Ballaghaderreen particularly, was fuelled by the presence of the tax incentives (at 21.5% between 2002 – 2006) which has left many unoccupied and unfinished houses in the town. This growth is likely to drop significantly and the settlements of Ballaghaderreen and Castlerea are expected to be similar. Their growth is encouraged to be greater than that for the Remainder of the County as reflected in the RPGs. ‣ Development will continue to be encouraged into zoned areas, which have the requisite infrastructure and services to support sustainable development Therefore, the assumed growth rate for 2011 – 2017 for the settlement of Boyle is as follows; Settlement Per annum growth Total for period rates Boyle 1.8% 11% Therefore the assumed growth rate for 2017 – 2023 for the settlement of Boyle is as follows; Settlement Per annum growth Total for period rates Boyle 1.67% 10% The population increase between 2011 and 2017, based on minimum population targets, is 299 persons. The total number of residential units required over the period 2011 – 2017 is indicated at 120 units with a projected average household size of 2.5 (even though the figure given in the 2006 census was 2.6 for aggregate town areas in County Roscommon). These are then used to calculate the total zoned housing land required over the period 2011 – 2017 (incorporating a 50% over Boyle Local Area Plan 2012-2018 Page 10
PART I: INTRODUCTION & CONTEXT Chapter 2: Historic Context, Settlement Policy & Vision zoning, as per the Development Plan guidelines) 2 (120+60) i.e.180 units/households. Therefore, the land requirement calculated at a density of 20 units (which is the average for the Boyle LAP area) per Ha is 9ha. The population increase between 2017 and 2023, based on minimum population targets, is 308 persons. The total number of residential units required over the period 2017 – 2023 is indicated at 123 units with a projected average household size of 2.5 (even though the figure given in the 2006 census was 2.6 for aggregate town area in County Roscommon). These are then used to calculate the total zoned housing land required over the period 2017 – 2023 (incorporating a 50% over zoning, as per the Development Plan guidelines) 2 (123+62) i.e. 185. Therefore, the land requirement calculated at a density of 20 units (which is the average for the Boyle LAP area) per Ha is 9.25 Ha. 2.5 VISION & STRATEGIC AIMS The growth and development of the Boyle LAP area is guided by a Vision and Strategic Aims. These then inform the specific policies and objectives in each of the chapters of the written statement. Vision for Boyle Within the next 25 to 30 years Boyle will have an established national reputation as one of the most sustainable, dynamic and resourceful tourism towns in Ireland. Boyle, through the shared vision of its local community and civic leaders will be an attractive, compact town, with a distinct character, a vibrant culture and a diverse, smart, green economy. It will be a socially inclusive town, connected by an efficient and integrated public transport, cycling and walking system. Protection of built and natural heritage, a quality greenspace network, new development with high visual and architectural quality, and the endorsement of sustainable tourism activities will be encouraged and promoted. RCC aims to realise this vision through its own direct actions in its various roles as provider of physical infrastructure, residential development (as Housing Authority) and cultural services, through its regulatory role as a planning authority 2 Development Plans – Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2007), Department of the Environment, Heritage & Local Government. and in partnership with the local community, other local and national agencies, and institutions. For the period of this LAP, it will be imperative to focus on Boyle becoming a compact, quality, green, well-connected town, which generates a dynamic, mixed use environment for living, working, social and cultural interaction. A smart town which: strives to realise its significant tourism potential, creates real long term economic recovery, and develops a sustainable and socially inclusive community. Consolidating existing development in Boyle with a renewed focus on the Town Centre will be extremely important. Strategic Aims for the Boyle Local Area Plan The Strategic Aims of the Boyle Local Area Plan are to: 1. Plan for, and support, the sustainable and consolidated development of Boyle as a vibrant socially and economically successful settlement, supporting and contributing to the economic development of the County. 2. Provide for the future wellbeing of the residents of Boyle by: ‣ promoting the growth of economic activity and increasing employment opportunities, ‣ protecting and improving the quality of the built and natural environment, ‣ ensuring the provision of necessary infrastructure and community services, and ‣ providing passive and active amenity and recreation spaces. 3. Ensure that everyone has the opportunity to obtain affordable housing, can enjoy safe and accessible environments, and has access to: employment, education, training, community services, recreational facilities, arts, and culture. 4. Recognise that archaeological, natural and built heritage in the area are important elements in the long-term economic development of Boyle and ensure their conservation, enhancement, public access, and enjoyment. Boyle Local Area Plan 2012-2018 Page 11
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