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OFFALY COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2009 - 2015 Volume 2 - Settlement Plans KILLEIGH VILLAGE PLAN 1.0 GENERAL INTRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT CONTEXT The settlement plans stem directly from the policies and objectives contained in the County Development Plan with particular reference to Chapter 4, “Settlement Strategy” and Chapter 18, “Land Use and Zoning”. This is to facilitate the growth of a hierarchy of well-planned, sustainable and complementary settlements throughout the county presented in a consistent manner to allow ease of interpretation and implementation. Killeigh has been designated as a village within Offaly’s settlement hierarchy, as set out in Chapter 4 of the County Development Plan 2009 – 2015. This settlement plan along with the zoning map is seen as a specific view of the village so that development pressures can be focused and properly managed in order that the settlement can fulfil this role effectively. 1.1 Location Killeigh is an attractive village located on the N80 (Tullamore to Portlaoise) road, and is approximately 8kms from Tullamore and 26kms from Portlaoise. The 2006 census states a population of 1,209 people for the Killeigh electoral division and it is estimated that approx. 200 people reside within the village boundary (see plan) with a further 50 persons approximately in the immediate environs. While development has been relatively slow in the recent past, there has recently (2007) been planning permission granted for a scheme of 20 houses. This plan sets the context for the limited growth of the village in order to sustain existing services, to allow limited opportunities for new residential and other development while protecting the existing character of the village and recognising the significant archaeological potential of some of lands within the settlement. 1.2 Settlement Form Killeigh’s origins lie in the founding of a monastery in the 6th century and was joined by other religious elements i.e. an Augustine Convent and Franciscan Friary by the end of the 13th Century. This religious activity also engendered a secular element within this settlement and it was all protected by a double banked enclosure. Killeigh contains some very significant archaeological remnants, particularly in the northwest, southwest and southeast “quadrants” of the settlement and these have influenced the shape of the zoning plan. The present day village while still showing elements of its past has developed around the Fairgreen at the crossroads. More recent development has been mainly linear in form along the constituent roads. The settlement is low rise and low density, with a number of different building styles in evidence, although the original core has a slightly tighter grain and more vernacular style. 1.3 Context Killeigh has been designated as a village within Offaly’s settlement hierarchy, as set out in Chapter 4 of the County Development Plan 2009 – 2015. A development boundary has been identified for Killeigh Village and is shown on the accompanying map. This is intended to delineate an area, which will: - • Foster the creation of a more coherent settlement, with adequate critical mass to maintain/improve local service provision. • Cater for a number of small in-depth housing schemes and also commercial / employment generating development which is appropriate in terms of scale, use and location within the village. • Contain development in order to enhance the village and its setting. February 2009 | Killeigh Village Plan | page 98
OFFALY COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2009 - 2015 Volume 2 - Settlement Plans 2.0 SERVICES AND SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE 2.1 Water Supply A private group water supply exists to serve development within the village and availability of water is a matter for the scheme. Zoning of lands for new development within this plan are limited and it is considered that the development generated would not put excess pressure on the scheme. 2.2 Waste Water The village is served by a network of sewers which terminates at the waste water treatment plant located approx 700 metres to the west of the village. The capacity is currently 460 PE (2007). There are no immediate plans to upgrade the system. Where a development proposal precedes adequate availability of either network or waste water treatment capacity special development contributions may be applied to facilitate the necessary improvement works. 2.3 Other Services a) Social and Community Infrastructure Killeigh has a small base of such facilities serving both the village and the surrounding area. The following services/facilities are currently (2007) located within the plan boundary: • 2 Churches ( 1 R.C. & 1 C.O.I) • Post Office • Shop • National School • Car sales & service facility • Community hall • Licensed Premises • Playschool • GAA facility • Shop unit (currently vacant) b) Roads and Transport Infrastructure Killeigh is situated on the N80 within easy commuting distance of both Tullamore and Portlaoise. This road is an important link in the national, sub regional and county network. This route will become busier as the population grows and this will probably lead to the requirement for a relief road over time. New roads, which are necessary to serve in-depth development in Killeigh, will be required to be designed and constructed to a high standard, in order to provide an attractive and safe environment. While these will be provided by separate developments it is intended that over time, they will evolve into an integrated network of routes allowing movement around and through the village. This will require adjoining landowners / development interests to cooperate at an early stage. Footpath provision is generally good within the built up area of the village. 3.0 KEY MESSAGES FOR KILLEIGH a) Killeigh shall be developed in a properly planned coherent manner centred around the existing core, so that an attractive sustainable outcome is achieved. Policies and objectives with regard to village development are contained in the County Development Plan, Volume 1, Chapter 4. b) Promotion of low-density linear or clustered style development within the village, with the exception of slightly tighter knit development in the core. c) Avoidance of excessive residential growth where such growth would precede the provision of adequate services, or would damage the village’s rural character. d) Avoidance of development on sensitive areas of archaeological potential. e) Promotion of Killeigh as a local service and employment centre to create the critical mass necessary for sustaining and attracting investment and services. f) The conservation and integration into new development of existing stone walls, trees and native hedgerows, and promotion of similar materials for new boundaries. g) High quality designs, which are reflective of the existing rural character of the village, without precluding high quality innovative contemporary designs. h) Promotion of natural building and boundary materials. i) Encourage sensitive re-use of protected structures or buildings which contribute significantly to the village’s character. February 2009 | Killeigh Village Plan | page 99
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