There were no declarations of interest from the Members.

Specified Developments under Section 179 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) and Article 81 of Part 8 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) at Ardnanagh Td., Lisnamult, Roscommon

The Proposed development will consist of 11 no. new residential units and conversion/extension of existing house to 2 no. apartment units with an overall proposed units of 13 in two separate sites no. 1 & 2. Site no. 1 will consist of the demolition of dwelling house, side and rear boundary walls, storage sheds and construction of (a) 4 no. 2 bed terrace units (House Type A). (b.) 2 no. 1 bed Duplex Apartments (House Type B and B1). (c.) 2 no. 1 Bed Duplex Apartments (House Type C and C1) with 2 parking spaces to rear. (d) conversion of existing two storey detached house no. 4 to north to 2 no. Units of 2 bed Duplex Apartments, new shared parking area to rear for 7 parking spaces and 1 disabled parking space. Site no. 2 will consist of 3 no. 2 bed terrace units with altered access and 3 no. off-street parking spaces with all associated site development works including construction of access roads, footpaths, public & private open spaces, car parking spaces, boundary wall/fence, street lighting, ducting for utilities, hard & soft landscaped areas, diversion, and formation of new connections to existing foul/surface water drainage and existing utilities.

Specified Developments under Section 179 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) and Article 81 of Part 8 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) at Ardnanagh Td., Lisnamult, Roscommon town.

The Proposed development will consist of 11 no. new residential units and conversion/extension of existing house to 2 no. apartment units with overall proposed units of 13 in two separate sites no. 1 & 2. Site no. 1 will consist of the demolition of dwelling house, side and rear boundary walls, storage sheds and construction of (a) 4 no. 2 bed terrace units (House Type A). (b.) 2 no. 1 bed Duplex Apartments (House Type B and B1). (c.) 2 no. 1 Bed Duplex Apartments (House Type C and C1) with 2 parking spaces to rear. (d) conversion of existing two storey detached house no. 4 to north to 2 no. Units of 2 bed Duplex Apartments, new shared parking area to rear for 7 parking spaces and 1 disabled parking space. Site no. 2 will consist of 3 no. 2 bed terrace units with altered access and 3 no. off-street parking spaces with all associated site development works including construction of access roads, footpaths, public & private open spaces, car parking spaces, boundary wall/fence, street lighting, ducting for utilities, hard & soft landscaped areas, diversion, and formation of new connections to existing foul/surface water drainage and existing utilities.

Conor Fallon, A/Senior Executive Engineer presented the proposed development to the members as outlined in the Chief Executives report.  The development is being funded under the Social Housing Investment Programme.  The Roads Department made one submission requesting that the width of the road carriageway be reduced to 5.5 meters.

The members thanked everyone involved in bringing the project to this stage and made the following comments –

·         This project will give a great boost to the Ardnanagh area of Roscommon town

·         The importance of planting trees suitable for the area

·         Request that as a condition of letting and in the interests of health and safety that items cannot be hung from the balconies

·         Grateful for the controlled pedestrian crossing and new footpath which will hopefully link up to the Galway road in the long term

·         Very positive development for everyone on the social housing list

·         Request that concerns regarding pedestrian safety, parking for workers and traffic congestion during the construction phase be passed on to the design team and included in the contract documents

On the PROPOSAL of Cllr. Leyden

            SECONDED by Cllr. Shanagher

It was AGREED to proceed with the specified development as outlined in the Chief Executive’s report.

Specified Development under Section 179 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 as amended) and Article 81 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended).

The proposed development will consist of the provision of an Outdoor Performance & Public Space at Somers Park, Castlerea to include:

Paved hard surface and path ways with landscaping, covered performance space, to be covered with a canopy type structure, permanent seating to accommodate approx. 100 persons, with additional persons to be accommodated with temporary seating, cabling and power points for 3-phase power and lighting, fully accessible picnic benches and all associated site & ancillary works.

Specified Development under Section 179 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 as amended) and Article 81 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended).

The proposed development will consist of the provision of an Outdoor Performance & Public Space at Somers Park, Castlerea to include:  paved hard surface and path ways with landscaping, covered performance space, to be covered with a canopy type structure, permanent seating to accommodate approx. 100 persons, with additional persons to be accommodated with temporary seating, cabling and power points for 3-phase power and lighting, fully accessible picnic benches and all associated site & ancillary works.

John Quigley, Executive Engineer presented the proposed development to the members as outlined in the Chief Executives report. 

The members thanked everyone involved in bringing the project to this stage and made the following comments –

·         Somers Park is an ideal location for this development

·         It will serve as a performance space and additional park area

·         The design is very attractive and displays a good use of space

·         Will the area be locked at night?

·         There will be access to the Scouts Den

·         The prospect of Wi-Fi under the canopy and permanent lighting on stage

·         The hope that it will be accessible to all groups and be run as flexible and as safely as possible

·         The general public won’t be able to access the equipment without permission and a key

·         The possibility of using some of the swimming pool space for additional storage

Rhona McGrath, Arts Officer and John Quigley, Executive Engineer responded to the queries –

·         The venue will be locked at night and street lighting will be provided

·         The Department requires that a policy is put in place regarding how the space will be utilised once the development has been completed 

On the PROPOSAL of Cllr. Fitzmaurice

            SECONDED by Cllr. Dineen

It was AGREED to proceed with the specified development as outlined in the Chief Executive’s report.

Provision of Car and Boat Trailer Parking Area at Lackan Townland, Portrunny, Co. Roscommon to include:

Provision of a paved parking area with defined parking spaces to accommodate cars and boat trailers, extension of existing public footpath along front boundary of proposed parking area with the public road, provision of roadside stone boundary wall, site perimeter fencing, public lighting & height restriction barrier at access points to the proposed parking area, all other associated site and ancillary works.

13.22     SPECIFIED DEVELOPMENT AT LACKAN TOWNLAND, PORTRUNNY, CO. ROSCOMMON

Provision of Car and Boat Trailer Parking Area at Lackan Townland, Portrunny, Co. Roscommon to include:

Provision of a paved parking area with defined parking spaces to accommodate cars and boat trailers, extension of existing public footpath along front boundary of proposed parking area with the public road, provision of roadside stone boundary walls, site perimeter fencing, public lighting & height restriction barrier at access points to the proposed parking area, all other associated site and ancillary works.

John Quigley, Executive Engineer presented the proposed development to the members as outlined in the Chief Executives report.  The members made the following comments –

·         The existing groups in Portrun have worked very well with Roscommon County Council in developing their area

·         This development is very important for local anglers and as a tourism amenity in general

·         The important work of all volunteers was commended

On the PROPOSAL of Cllr. Leyden

            SECONDED by Cllr. Shanagher

It was AGREED to proceed with the specified development as outlined in the Chief Executive’s report.

Majella Hunt commented on the significance of bringing three part 8’s before the members today for approval.  It is a sign that Roscommon County Council is availing of every opportunity to leverage funding for projects.