boyle local area plan 2012 - 2018 - Roscommon County Council
boyle local area plan 2012 - 2018 - Roscommon County Council
boyle local area plan 2012 - 2018 - Roscommon County Council
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PART I: INTRODUCTION & CONTEXT Chapter 2: Historic Context, Settlement Policy & Vision<br />
zoning, as per the Development Plan guidelines) 2 (120+60) i.e.180<br />
units/households. Therefore, the land requirement calculated at a density of 20<br />
units (which is the average for the Boyle LAP <strong>area</strong>) per Ha is 9ha.<br />
The population increase between 2017 and 2023, based on minimum population<br />
targets, is 308 persons. The total number of residential units required over the<br />
period 2017 – 2023 is indicated at 123 units with a projected average household<br />
size of 2.5 (even though the figure given in the 2006 census was 2.6 for aggregate<br />
town <strong>area</strong> in <strong>County</strong> <strong>Roscommon</strong>). These are then used to calculate the total zoned<br />
housing land required over the period 2017 – 2023 (incorporating a 50% over<br />
zoning, as per the Development Plan guidelines) 2 (123+62) i.e. 185. Therefore, the<br />
land requirement calculated at a density of 20 units (which is the average for<br />
the Boyle LAP <strong>area</strong>) per Ha is 9.25 Ha.<br />
2.5 VISION & STRATEGIC AIMS<br />
The growth and development of the Boyle LAP <strong>area</strong> is guided by a Vision and<br />
Strategic Aims. These then inform the specific policies and objectives in each of<br />
the chapters of the written statement.<br />
Vision for Boyle<br />
Within the next 25 to 30 years Boyle will have an established national reputation as<br />
one of the most sustainable, dynamic and resourceful tourism towns in Ireland.<br />
Boyle, through the shared vision of its <strong>local</strong> community and civic leaders will be an<br />
attractive, compact town, with a distinct character, a vibrant culture and a diverse,<br />
smart, green economy. It will be a socially inclusive town, connected by an efficient<br />
and integrated public transport, cycling and walking system. Protection of built and<br />
natural heritage, a quality greenspace network, new development with high visual<br />
and architectural quality, and the endorsement of sustainable tourism activities will<br />
be encouraged and promoted.<br />
RCC aims to realise this vision through its own direct actions in its various roles<br />
as provider of physical infrastructure, residential development (as Housing<br />
Authority) and cultural services, through its regulatory role as a <strong>plan</strong>ning authority<br />
2 Development Plans – Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2007), Department of the<br />
Environment, Heritage & Local Government.<br />
and in partnership with the <strong>local</strong> community, other <strong>local</strong> and national agencies,<br />
and institutions.<br />
For the period of this LAP, it will be imperative to focus on Boyle becoming a<br />
compact, quality, green, well-connected town, which generates a dynamic, mixed<br />
use environment for living, working, social and cultural interaction. A smart town<br />
which: strives to realise its significant tourism potential, creates real long term<br />
economic recovery, and develops a sustainable and socially inclusive community.<br />
Consolidating existing development in Boyle with a renewed focus on the Town<br />
Centre will be extremely important.<br />
Strategic Aims for the Boyle Local Area Plan<br />
The Strategic Aims of the Boyle Local Area Plan are to:<br />
1. Plan for, and support, the sustainable and consolidated development of<br />
Boyle as a vibrant socially and economically successful settlement,<br />
supporting and contributing to the economic development of the <strong>County</strong>.<br />
2. Provide for the future wellbeing of the residents of Boyle by:<br />
‣ promoting the growth of economic activity and increasing employment<br />
opportunities,<br />
‣ protecting and improving the quality of the built and natural environment,<br />
‣ ensuring the provision of necessary infrastructure and community services,<br />
and<br />
‣ providing passive and active amenity and recreation spaces.<br />
3. Ensure that everyone has the opportunity to obtain affordable housing, can<br />
enjoy safe and accessible environments, and has access to: employment,<br />
education, training, community services, recreational facilities, arts, and<br />
culture.<br />
4. Recognise that archaeological, natural and built heritage in the <strong>area</strong> are<br />
important elements in the long-term economic development of Boyle and<br />
ensure their conservation, enhancement, public access, and enjoyment.<br />
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