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1 NOTIFICATION TO ATTEND MONTHLY MEETING OF THE NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE TO BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER, CITY HALL, DAME STREET, DUBLIN 2, ON MONDAY 20 th SEPTEMBER 2010 AT 2.00 P.M TO EACH MEMBER OF THE NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE You are hereby notified to attend the monthly meeting of the above Committee to be held in the Council Chamber,City Hall, Dame Street, Dublin 2 on 20 th September 2010 at 2.00 p.m. to deal with the items on the agenda attached herewith. CÉLINE REILLY AREA MANAGER Dated this the 14 TH September 2010 Contact Person: Ms. Dympna McCann, Ms. Yvonne Kirwan, Phone: Northside Civic Centre, Bunratty Road, Coolock, Dublin 17. Fax: north.central@dublincity.ie 1

2 Item Page Time Minutes of meeting held on the 19 th July mins Questions to Area Manager Area Matters 1hr 30 mins a. Presentation from the Mediators for the travellers on the Oscar Traynor Road---Phyllida Clarke, Joe Mc Grath b. Dublin Bus----Donal Keating c. Presentation on Health Route --Cormac Moloney d. Cycling Officer Ciarán Fallon e. Report on Statistics On Line Reporting facility---corporate Policy Group ( Report herewith)---brendan Ralph f. Update on Priory Hall ( Report herewith) g. Update report on Wad ( Report herewith)--- A representative will attend the October 2010 North Central Area Committee meeting. h. Update on Alfie Byrne Road re operating issues of Motor Cycle Track ( Report herewith ) Eoin Ward i. Report on Bunratty Maisonettes (Report herewith)---aidan Fitzsimons j. Report on Ivy Cottages ( Report herewith) k. Summary report on Drumcondra, Fairview and Raheny Business Forums ( Reports herewith) ---Elaine Mulvenny, Jim Kelly l. Mediation Northside ( Report herewith) m. Proposal to initiate the procedure for the extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of Swift s Grove, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17 ( Report herewith) Elaine Mulvenny n. Proposed extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over Laneway to the rear of Ardcollum Avenue and 4-16 Maryfield Crescent, entrance/exit between 90 & 92 Ardcollum Avenue, Artane, Dublin 5.( Report herewith)---elaine Mulvenny o. Proposed extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of 4-16 Maryfield Drive and Kilmore Road, Dublin 5 ( Report herewith) Elaine Mulvenny p. Proposal to initiate the procedure for the taking in charge of The Copse, All Hallows, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 ( Report herewith) Elaine Mulvenny Motion in the name of Councillor Seán Kenny---May 2010 That commuter/pedestrians from Belmayne who access Clongriffin DART Station from Hole in the Wall Road, in the mornings, be facilitated by providing pedestrian access through Fr. Collins Park. Order: Report back to September North Central Area Committee meeting 2

3 4037. Planning and Development Matters a. Proposed disposal of a plot of land to the rear of 37 Croydon Park Avenue, Marino, Dublin 3 to James Little. ( Report herewith) Items for following meetings Roads and Traffic Matters Planning Applications a.minutes of Traffic Advisory Group meeting held on 19 th August (Report herewith)-- Michael O Loughlin Quarterly Enforcement Report - North-Central Area---Fiacra Worrall Site 1: 820 & 822, Howth Road, 7 Kilbarrack Road, Raheny, Dublin mins 10 mins 15 mins Motions mins 3

4 AGENDA Minutes of meeting held on the 19 th July Questions to Area Manager 4036 Area Matters a. Presentation from the Mediators for the travellers on the Oscar Traynor Road---Phyllida Clarke, Joe Mc Grath b. Dublin Bus----Donal Keating c. Presentation on Health Route ( Report herewith)---cormac Moloney d. Cycling Officer Ciarán Fallon e. Report on Statistics On Line Reporting facility---corporate Policy Group ( Report herewith)--- Brendan Ralph f. Update on Priory Hall ( Report herewith) g. Update report on Wad ( Report herewith)--- A representative will attend the October 2010 North Central Area Committee meeting. h. Update on Alfie Byrne Road re operating issues of Motor Cycle Track ( Report herewith ) Eoin Ward i. Report on Bunratty Maisonettes (Report herewith)---aidan Fitzsimons j. Report on Ivy Cottages ( Report herewith) k. Summary report on Drumcondra, Fairview and Raheny Business Forums ( Reports herewith) --- Elaine Mulvenny, Jim Kelly l. Mediation Northside ( Report herewith) --- m. Proposal to initiate the procedure for the extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of Swift s Grove, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17 ( Report herewith) Elaine Mulvenny n. Proposed extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over Laneway to the rear of Ardcollum Avenue and 4-16 Maryfield Crescent, entrance/exit between 90 & 92 Ardcollum Avenue, Artane, Dublin 5.( Report herewith)---elaine Mulvenny o. Proposed extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of 4-16 Maryfield Drive and Kilmore Road, Dublin 5 ( Report herewith) Elaine Mulvenny p. Proposal to initiate the procedure for the taking in charge of The Copse, All Hallows, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 ( Report herewith) Elaine Mulvenny Motion in the name of Councillor Seán Kenny---May 2010 That commuter/pedestrians from Belmayne who access Clongriffin DART Station from Hole in the Wall Road, in the mornings, be facilitated by providing pedestrian access through Fr. Collins Park. Order: Report back to September North Central Area Committee meeting Planning and Development Matters a. Proposed disposal of a plot of land to the rear of 37 Croydon Park Avenue, Marino, Dublin 3 to James Little. ( Report herewith) 4

5 4038. Items for following meetings Roads and Traffic Matters a. Minutes of Traffic Advisory Group meeting held on 19 th August (Report herewith)-- Michael O Loughlin Planning Applications Quarterly Enforcement Report - North-Central Area---Fiacra Worrall Site 1: 820 & 822, Howth Road, 7 Kilbarrack Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 MOTIONS: Motion in the name of Councillor Seán Kenny That Dublin Bus is requested to provide a Bus Shelter at the inbound bus stop on Hole in The Wall Road which serves commuters from Priory Hall, Newgrove Estate, Grattan Lodge and Grattan Woods estates Motion in the name of Councillor Dessie Ellis That the manager arranges for signs to be fitted indicating the speed limit at a point beside no's Larkhill Road. suitable Motion in the name of Councillor Tom Brabazon Will the City Council honour the deal agreed with the tenants of Clancarthy Court when they were detenanted due to the pyrite problem Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager advise if planning permission was obtained for the gates at Manor House School, Watermill Road, Raheny (picture attached)? Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager request that the Parks Department do a feasibility study on the area surrounding Manor House school recreational facilities i.e. on the Watermill Road (2 pictures attached)? Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager request that the Parks Department advise if anything can be done to assist the tree outside of No. 3 St. Assam s Road West which is in poor health? Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager request that the Parks Department advise on what can be done with the trees in the Donaghmede Ward area in particular outside house No. 45/47 Holywell Crescent as this tree is dead? Can they also advise if it normal that so many of our tree s are under stress and why this is happening? 5

6 4048. Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager ask the Traffic Department if there is any update on the right turn filter from the Howth Road to Donaghmede from Raheny Village as I am still receiving a lot of enquiries from local residents? In April 2009 the local residents in Raheny completed a petition with over 1300 signatures requesting this filter to be put in place Motion in the name of Councillor Seán Kenny That a report be provided to the area committee outlining the possible options for the development of Belmayne Town Square Motion in the name of Councillor Damian O Farrell This Area Committee agrees to honour the memory of the late Sean Dublin Bay Loftus former Lord Mayor of Dublin. In agreement with Mr Loftus s family and the Local Area Committee a suitable significant memorial will be decided upon. E.g. An existing walkway / promenade in his name Motion in the name of Councillor Damian O Farrell That this council holds the view that Public Domain manpower of one area of the city should not be increased at the expense of several other areas. We appreciate that managers be allowed manage and we are acutely aware that each and every area in the city is experiencing difficulties with lack of Public Domain resources. However the residents of each DCC area should be treated equally and all transferred staff should be returned to their original depots immediately Motion in the name of Councillor Damian O Farrell That this City Council believes in the theory that the polluter should pay. The current standing charge plus a small per lift charge should be replaced by an increased lift charge only. This would help to insure that Dublin City had a genuine Green waste collection system and would further reduce the amount of waste being collected. This system could be cost neutral with the correct lift charges Motion in the name of Councillor Naoise O Muirí That the Manager provide full disclosure of any requests received by Dublin City Council to re-zone the site of the former Artane School Of Music Motion in the name of Councillor Naoise O Muirí That the Manager undertake a comprehensive Autumn review (involving local consultation) of the recent changes to the Clontarf sea-front car-parking arrangements to assess effectiveness and determine additional changes (if any) that should be implemented for optimum operation Motion in the name of Councillor Naoise O Muirí That the Area Manager s discretionary fund be used to fund the installation of a Special Needs swing in St Annes Park Motion in the name of Councillor Naoise O Muirí That the Manager organise a meeting with housing officials and the residents of Cadogan Road to discuss the ongoing, serious problems with missiles being thrown from Ballybough House. 6

7 4057. Motion in the name of Councillor Naoise O Muirí That the Manager organise for footpath repairs to be carried out at the following locations in Brookwood Park: a. Outside Nos. 34/35 b. Outside Nos. 42/ Motion in the name of Councillor Seán Kenny That a report be provided to the area committee on the future plans for the city landbank in the north central area. council Motion in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney That a full report be given on the new sports facility on the site of the old traffic school listing the facilities being provided, the cost and source and funds of same, the plans for allocation and management of the resource, if location will be manned by Dublin City Council, if all bookings will be pre-paid or if open to casual use, when same will open and if an official opening date has been agreed Motion in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole That this committee compliment the council staff for the recent excellent Neighbourhood Awards evening in Killester. Also wish the north central winners good luck in the citywide awards Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague Can the Manager indicate the response of the NRA to the request that pedestrian facilities be provided at the roundabout on Coolock Lane as the area continues to be very dangerous for pedestrians Motion in the name of Councillor Andrew Montague That the Manager outline the action proposed to be taken by planning enforcement in relation to residents' concerns that the permissible uses for the Conference and Function rooms at the Regency Hotel, Swords Road, Dublin 9 continue to be breached and in particular their concerns in relation to a forthcoming poker tournament Motion in the name of Councillor John Lyons That the Manager provide an update with regard to encampment on the Lawrence Lands; and if she would clearly outline when it is expected that this matter will be finally resolved. : 7

8 The latest date for receipt of motions For the October meeting is 5 pm on Friday 8th October

9 COISDE CHEANTAR AN LARTHUAISCIRT MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON MONDAY 19 TH JULY AT 2.00 P.M Election of Chairperson Order: Councillor Séan Kenny---Proposed by Councillor Paddy Bourke and seconded by Councillor Naoise O Muirí Election of Vice- Chairperson Order: Councillor Declan Flanagan--Proposed by Councillor Paddy Bourke and seconded by Councillor Pat Crimmins Minutes of meeting held on the 21st June 2010 Order: Noted Questions to Area Manager Order: Noted 4015 Area Matters a. Part 8 Planning Application for the OBI Order: Noted b. Update on Priory Hall Order: The following Motion was proposed and agreed. The councillors have now asked that a report be prepared for the September Area meeting detailing any system failures relating to Priory Hall and how these can be avoided in the future. Local Councillors to be briefed following the court hearing at the end of July. c. No update on June report on Wad. June Report Order: Noted d. Verbal Update on Lawrence Lands Order: Order: Noted e. Report on condition of footbridge at Fairview Order: Report back to October North Central Area Committee meeting f. Report on St. Annes Park Order: Noted g. Review of car parks along Clontarf Road Order: Report back to October North Central Area Committee meeting h. Update report on Pyrite Order: Noted. i. North Central Area Matters Order: Noted. j. Update on status of laneway running between Clonturk Park & Ormond Road. Order: Noted 9

10 4016. Planning and Development Matters a. Derelict Sites Quarterly Report Order: Noted a. Proposed disposal of No. 3 Marino Park Avenue, Marino, Dublin 3. Order: Agreed. Recommend to City Council Items for following meetings Update on Alfie Byrne Road re operating issues of Motor Cycle Track Health Route Report on Bunratty Maisonettes Report of Ivy Cottages Summary report on Drumcondra, Fairview and Raheny Business Forums Housing Matters a. Progress report on Social and Affordable Housing in Dublin North Central Order: Noted Roads and Traffic Matters b. Minutes of Traffic Advisory Group meeting held on 17 th June Order: Noted Planning Applications MOTIONS: Site 1: 1, 1A & 1B (and rear site behind), Sybil Hill Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 Order: Recommend Rejection Motion in the name of Councillor Dessie Ellis That this committee request the manager to make provision for traffic lights or pedestrian lights at the junction of Magenta Crescent and the Swords Road. Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager ask the Parks Department to plant more Evergreen Trees in the open spaces in the Dublin North Central Area? Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager ask the Parks Department to plant dense shrubs on the corner of the Raheny Road inside the metal railings beside the Kilbarrack Fire Station? Order: Report to Councillor 10

11 4024. Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager ask the Parks Department to investigate the possibility of trimming offending evergreen trees at the rear of Woodbine Park? People are now very conscience of getting the maximum amount of light into their residence. Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager ask the Parks Department to investigate the possibility of placing containerised trees for Barrock Place, Kilbarrack as the area requires some shrubbery to take away the dower look of the area? Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor Pat Crimmins Can the Manager request that the Parks Department plant daffodils in the grounds of Kilbarrack Fire Station? Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole That this committee commend the council staff and management for their splendid efforts in organising and facilitating the Clean Up day in Darndale/Belcamp earlier this month. Also that we acknowledge the contribution of Sphere 17, B.E.S.C. and the local community in ensuring the success of the day. Order: Agreed Motion in the name of Councillor Deirdre Heney That the manager report on previous requests to have a pedestrian crossing installed on Swords Road at or near its junction with Magenta Crescent, Santry, D9, say when the matter was previously examined, if traffic/pedestrian flows were near the required limit and if she will make a statement on the matter. Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor Naoise O Muirí That the Manager organise to have the stone bearing the "Collinswood" name (currently in storage in St Annes Park) re-instated at an appropriate location in Collinswood. Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor Naoise O Muirí That the Manager: - organise for a facility to report water leaks to be included on the City Council citizen's Portal - confirm if the phone number for reporting water leaks is still valid. Order: Report to Councillor. 11

12 4031. Motion in the name of Councillor John Lyons That the Manager give an update on project to widen Santry Avenue at the eastern end, and will he further clarify the position with regard to funding this project and the time scale for completion of these works. Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor John Redmond o That the Manager provide an update with regard to the location and numbers of unsold affordable housing in the area; and will she also provide an update on the latest plans for the use of these unsold units with specific details on individual schemes. Order: Report to Councillor Motion in the name of Councillor Nial Ring That this Committee agrees that the Manager arrange for the surplus soil arising from the development of the community dirt bike track on the Alfie Byrne Road be given to the neighbouring football pitch users, East Wall Wharf United, for pitch surround improvement as the use of the soil would remove the incline that runs along the side of the pitch and facilitate an opportunity for future tree planting and higher quality area maintenance. Order: Report to Councillor Attendance: Councillor Séan Kenny (In chair) Councillor Larry O Toole, Councillor Naoise O Muirí, Councillor Damian O Farrell, Councillor Tom Brabazon, Lord Mayor Councillor Gerry Breen, Councillor Deirdre Heney, Councillor Declan Flanagan, Councillor Pat Crimmins, Councillor Paddy Bourke, Councillor Killian Forde Apologies: Dublin City Council Céline Reilly, Area Manager Elaine Mulvenny, Assistant Area Manager Aidan Fitzsimons, Area Housing Manager Eoin Ward, Senior Executive Parks Superintendent Yvonne Kirwan, Staff Officer Jim Kelly, Assistant Area Manager Derek Dixon, Senior Engineer Vanessa Carey, Administrative Officer Steve Margolis, Senior Planner Gerry Geraghty, Executive Manager Brian Riddick, Traffic Department Kieran Gallagher, City Architects Dermot Johnson, Public Domain Officer Dympna McCann, Senior Staff Officer Mark Turpin, Architect Donnelly Turpin 12

13 Ursula Graham, Priory Hall John Kilraine, RTE Councillor Séan Kenny Cathaoirleach Dated 20th July

14 Chairperson and Members North Central Area Committee. 13 th September 2010 Priory Hall 1. Building Control; An investigation has begun under the provisions of the Building Control Act. This involves both a paper audit and on the spot inspections. 2. Planning Compliance issues: This case was mentioned in court on the 7th September. On that day, counsel for Coalport Ltd applied for a longer adjournment as the development is now in receivership and the receiver s legal team needed longer to examine the situation. The court re-listed the case for 12 October Fire Matters: Prosecution proceedings have started under the Fire Services Act. The fire prosecution is listed for the first time on 28 th September but the law agent advises that there is no certainty that it will proceed on that date. Given that this matter is before the courts the City Council is not in a position to make any further comment or report on the progress or otherwise of works associated with this issue. 4. Finances: A receiver has been appointed over the assets of Messers McFeely and O Mahony. We await further clarification from the Law Agent as to the implications of this position and will advise the councillors further when this information is available. 5. Communication with Residents' Association We attach a letter which was issued in late July to the residents' Association and local councillors in which the position of the City Council in relation to general regulatory matters was stated. Celine Reilly Area Manager 14

15 Flood Defence Unit & Projects Division, Strategic Planning & Project Management Divisions, Engineering & Environment, Dublin City Council, Room 409, 68/70, Marrowbone Lane, Dublin September 2010 Re: River Wad Catchment Study, Phase II Please find below an update on the proposals for the Wad Catchment:- 1. Nicholas O Dwyer Consulting Engineers are appointed as the consultant for the detailed design of the Clanmoyle scheme, and they are initiating detailed site investigation surveys. 2. We met some residents regarding the swale through the back gardens, (as part of the possible Clanmoyle scheme). We also had preliminary discussions with Clontarf Golf Club. Our consultants are drafting detailed drawings following these discussions. 3. Subject to the outcome of this process above, a formal application will be made to OPW for funding and approval. 4. Assuming local residents and golf club support proposals for Clanmoyle Scheme, Part 8 planning procedure is also required and statutory process will commence. Victor Coe Chartered Engineer Flood Defence Unit & Projects Division. 15

16 Parks & Landscape Services Division, Ground Floor, Block 4, Civic Offices. REF: EW/ML L- 2010/ 9 th September, 2010 Chairperson and Members North Central Area Committee. Re: Motorcycle Track Project Alfie Byrne Road Open space Following presentation of the proposal to the North Central Area Committee, agreement was reached with Dublin City Motor Cross Club and Motor Cycling Ireland to carry out the construction of the proposed track at the open space at Alfie Byrne Road. Construction commenced on site in early summer and has consisted of the excavation of material, importation of suitable soil, the formation of the jumps and features of the motorcycle track, and the placement of boundary. The development of the track is nearing completion and Motorcycling Ireland through Dublin City Motorcycle Club, have been carrying out tests of the features constructed. Parks and Landscape Services Division proposes to grant a letting/licence to Dublin City Motorcycling Club to use this track. The proposed letting/licence(copy attached) which includes 15 no. conditions, including conditions relating to controls and insurances, has been forwarded to this club for their signing. It is anticipated that this club will hold their first events at this track facility towards the end of September 2010 subject to the licence agreement being completed. Communication with the club will be ongoing to address any concerns that may arise from the use of the facility. Eoin Ward Senior Exec. Parks Superintendent Gerry Barry City Parks Superintendent 16

17 Dublin City Council Motor Scrambling Track at Alfie Byrne Road General Conditions of Letting The letting of the Motor Scrambling Track at Alfie Byrne Road is granted to the Dublin City Motor Cross Club (DCMCC) on a year to year basis subject to the club undertaking to bide by the following terms and conditions: 1. The scrambling track at Alfie Byrne Road which is owned by Dublin City Council is being made available on an annual letting to Dublin City Motor Cross Club contact address :..on a year to year basis renewable annually on the 1 st January each year. 2. It is a condition of this letting that DCMCC is a properly constituted sporting club and is affiliated to Motor Cycling Ireland and in good standing with that body. 3. DCMCC accepts that the usage of the track is confined to bona fide members of the club only and approved visitors and will ensure as far as practicable that no other users will be allowed on the track. 4. DCMCC agrees that Dublin City Council is fully indemnified against all claims that may arise and that it carries full and adequate insurances in respect of both active participants, or involved in anyway in motor cycling activity. 5. It is condition of this letting that DCMCC accepts that the track has been constructed to an acceptable standard for motor scrambling by Motor Cycling Ireland under an agreement with Dublin City Council. 6. DCMCC members shall use authorised entrances only to gain entry and exit to the track. 7. DCMCC will provide adequate supervision and stewarding for all usage of the track. 8. DCMCC will be responsible for the behaviour of visitors using the track. 9. DCMCC shall satisfy itself that the track is fit for purpose and safe to use on an ongoing basis before usage. 10. DCMCC shall allow usage of the track from 10am each morning and no later than one hour before dusk each evening. 11. DCMCC shall be responsible for the removal of all litter generated in the track area. 12. No permanent signage can be erected or displayed unless with the express permission of Dublin City Council. 13. DCMCC shall ensure that noise levels generated through the usage of the track do not breach statutory requirements and that any conditions required by the City Councils Environmental Health Section be fully complied with. In this regard DCMCC shall carry out regular noise monitoring of the track when in full usage and shall not allow noise thresholds to be breached; and shall not permit any motor cycle not fully compliant with noise regulations to be used on the track. 14. No building or structure shall be permitted on the site unless it is fully compliant with requirements of the appropriate Planning Acts. 15. Dublin City Council reserves the right to terminate this letting should there be unacceptable breaches of the above conditions. 17

18 For Dublin City Motor Cross Club For Dublin City Council. 18

19 The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee. BUNRATTY ROAD PROGRESS REPORT Phase 1. Phase 1 consists of a total of 56 Social Housing units. ( 16 refurbishments and 42 new build ). An all weather playing facility and a playground. The all weather facility is open and work has commenced on the playground. To date 29 of the Social units are tenanted and the remaining 29 will be available to let within 2 to 6 weeks. ( Mid October ). Phase 2. Further to a meeting with the Departments Architectural Advisors on 9 th April2010 and a site meeting on 14 th April 2010, we sought approval from the Department on the 18 th May 2010 for the refurbishment of 32 existing maisonettes units on Bunratty Road, and the construction of 6 houses and 10 apartments ( all 48 social units ) on the Oscar Traynor road side and the demolition and fencing off of the remaining 6 maisonette blocks on Oscar Traynor Road. To date we have received no reply. Aidan Fitzsimons Area Housing Manager. 19

20 Housing & Residential Services Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8 Seirbhísí Tithíochta agus Cónaithe, Oifigí na Cathrach, An Ché Adhmaid, Baile Átha Cliath 8 T F E. annmarie.richards@dublincity.ie 3 September 2010 Ref: North Central Area Committee Meeting held on the 19 th July 2010 Re: Report on Ivy Cottages, Howth Junction, Kilbarrack Road, Dublin 5 With regard to the above development, the company that developed the site is now in receivership. Dublin City Council is currently negotiating with the receiver on how Part V compliance will be met. In relation to the meeting on the 20 th September in the Northside Civic Centre, I regret I am unable to attend. If you have any queries please contact me. Tony Flynn Senior Executive Officer Affordable Housing 20

21 6 th September To the Chairman and Members of The North Central Area Committee Meeting: 20 th September Clontarf Business Forum formed in February 2008 by DCC has a two monthly meeting schedule with very positive engagement from the businesses which also meet separately as Clontarf Traders Association. Community events have become part of activities promoted by businesses in close partnership with DCC. Advanced IT marketing strategies are in place in respect of local businesses. Future working agendas with this group will include the exploration of the tourist potential in Clontarf the possibility of twinning and crucially answering the immediate and medium to longterm interests /concerns of businesses in conjunction with DCC. Raheny Business Association know as RBA meets separately and the direct links are with DCC Raheny Tidy Group who promote Village enhancements and raise concerns /interests pertaining to both businesses and the community but with Village improvement as central to the Agenda. RBA are represented on the two monthly meetings through Raheny Tidy Association as concerns /interests regarding the Village are in many respects shared. Recent success of Raheny in the City Neighbourhoods is to be built upon widening the engagement with partners in GAA and other sporting organisations seen as the starting point. A meeting to advance this level of co-operation involving young people in Raheny is imminent Drumcondra Business Initiative is a grouping to support and promote businesses in Drumcondra. The group have a customer loyalty scheme in place and organise events /speakers for businesses independently. DCC interest in the area spans two area offices. The most recent meeting with the group was on the possibilities of running a community event at Christmas time. This is being supported jointly by both area offices. Potential exists to improve the area with engagement of businesses through the DBI. Fairview Business Forum The most recent business forum in Fairview was established in May It caters for businesses on Marino Mart, Fairview Strand and Annesley Bridge. Since then there has been a meeting in July and the next one will be in October The meetings were productive and covered a range of City Council responsibilities. Business agenda items and actions have covered ; Fairview Park Redevelopment, security in Fairview Park, parking and traffic difficulties in Fairview, Westwood/Barcode planning enforcement, water meters,drainage, flagpoles, and public lighting standards. It is considered that there has been a satisfactory start to the forum in that relevant local issues across a range of DCC services were raised and discussed in a constructive manner with positive engagement. This solid base can provide a structure for its continuance. The Area Office is pleased to promote good working relations with Businesses. Elaine Mulvenny Jim Kelly Asst Area Manager September 13 th

22 The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee. Mediation Northside An application for financial assistance has been received from a Mediation Northside. A copy of this application is attached. The mediation service has provided services to tenants in the area over the past 3 years and it is considered that the service is a valuable one and one that offers an alternative to the more costly, lengthy and adversarial legal route. I therefore recommend that the amount sought be granted to Mediation Northside. Céline Reilly Area Manager 22

23 Background to Mediation Northside Mediation Northside was set up by the Northside Community Law Centre in 2004 when a need for alternative dispute resolution process dealing with conflicts within the Community was identified. The Community includes individuals or groups that reside within the North East of Dublin. Community mediation supports people to deal with disputes early and encourages them to engage in working out their difficulties through a face to face meeting and negotiation at a local level. The service is available to all people in the catchment area, but we are particularly concerned with social inclusion and target vulnerable or marginalized people who would not otherwise be able to assess such service. Mediation Northside is a non-profit organization and relies on Government Grants Donations from Organisations Voluntary Contributions, and The voluntary services of its trained mediators Mission Statement: Mediation Northside provides an accessible dispute resolution and mediation service for local community. We recruit, train and support volunteer community mediators and empower community members and groups to resolve conflict at the earliest possible point in a dispute. Vision Mediation Northside is an innovative organization that constantly looks at ways to develop, to match the needs of the people we are in contact with daily, and to position ourselves to evolving situations and opportunities. Our vision is to be a driver in empowering people to live and work together in a safe and inclusive environment through mediation and training and to be a centre of expertise in community-based mediation, alternative approaches to dispute and conflict resolution, and related training. Values MN believes that: People should be able to live in their Community without fear or threat A mediation service should be available to all people within the Community People should be treated with respect and dignity People should be treated equally Structure of MN MN currently has one employee, who is the Manager of the Service and who reports to the Managing Solicitor of the Law Centre. Administrative support, including accounts and payroll tasks, offices are provided by the Law Centre. Currently we have 4 administration staff from community employment & 70 volunteers that deliver the service to the community. The mediators are trained by Mediation Northside. Over a 3 year period disputes that were resolved within the catchment area of North East Dublin: Tenants of DCC 2007 Community Mediation: 17 - Agreements: 8 (6 withdrew 3 were giving options to help resolve the dispute) 2008 Community Mediation: 62 Agreements; 41 The 11 cases that did not go to mediation were resolved through my self contacting the DCC team to help with ways of giving the clients options Community mediation 54 agreements cases referred back to DCC as there was no dispute they were just looking for options. 23

24 Mediation Northside have resolved a large number of disputes in other areas such as parental / elder mediation to DCC tenants. Current Climate The economic climate presents very real challenges to the organization. We are fortunate that our model of volunteering is working well. This allows us to provide the service within the community, where more than ever these services are needed. We have seen an increase in neighborhood/parental and workplace disputes. Many of these are a direct result of the change in people s financial circumstances and so our expectation is that this is likely to continue to increase. Mediation, as a dispute resolution option is known worldwide to be cost effective. It is therefore essential that the service continues to work in the community, empowering people to change how they live and work together in a more harmonious and peaceful way. We therefore request that Dublin City Council continue to support the service through a financial grant of Valerie Gaughran 24

25 North Central Area Office, Kilbarrack, Unit 18/19 Greendale Shopping Centre, Greendale Road, Dublin 5. Oifig Cheantar an Lárthuaiscirt, Cill Bharróg, Aonad 18 /19 Ionad Siopadóireachta Gleánntain Glas, Bóthar Gleanntáin Glais, Baile Átha Cliath 5. T / F Ref: JF/03156/2010 Date: 16 th August 2010 The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee. With reference to a proposal to initiate the procedure for the extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of Swift s Grove, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17. Proposal A request to have the public right of way extinguished over the laneway to the rear of Swift s Grove, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17 was received from the Residents. The reason for the closure is to prevent anti-social behaviour. The proposed method of closure is by means of lockable gates. The extent of the proposed extinguishment is shown on Drawing No RM (copy attached). Service Checks A service check has been initiated. Statutory Requirement The statutory procedure involves giving public notice of the proposal in one or more newspapers circulating in the City and the affixing of that notice at each end of the right of way for a period of not less than 14 days. Any objections or representations made and not withdrawn shall be considered. The extinguishment of a public right of way is a function reserved to the elected members of the City Council. Recommendation I recommend that procedures be initiated under Section 73 of the Roads Act 1993 to extinguish the public right of way over the area indicated on Drawing No. RM Celine Reilly Executive Manager 25

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27 North Central Area Office, Kilbarrack, Unit 18/19 Greendale Shopping Centre, Greendale Road, Dublin 5. Oifig Cheantar an Lárthuaiscirt, Cill Bharróg, Aonad 18 /19 Ionad Siopadóireachta Gleánntain Glas, Bóthar Gleanntáin Glais, Baile Átha Cliath 5. T / F th August 2010 Ref: JF/03269/2010 The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee. With reference to the proposed extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over Laneway to the rear of Ardcollum Avenue and 4-16 Maryfield Crescent, entrance/exit between 90 & 92 Ardcollum Avenue, Artane, Dublin 5. Proposal A request has been received from residents to have the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of Ardcollum Avenue and 4-16 Maryfield Crescent, entrance/exit between 90 & 92 Ardcollum Avenue, Artane, Dublin 5 extinguished. The extent of the proposed extinguishment is shown on Drawing No. R.M (copy attached). The North Central Area Committee at its meeting on the 19 th April 2010, agreed to initiate the statutory procedures to extinguish the Public Right of Way over the above laneway to the rear of Ardcollum Avenue and 4-16 Maryfield Crescent, entrance/exit between 90 & 92 Ardcollum Avenue, Artane, Dublin 5. Statutory Requirement By public advertisement on the 23 rd April 2010 representations or objections were invited by the 11 th June No objections were received. Service Check A service check has highlighted the following requirements: Dublin City Council Main Drainage Division The laneway has a trunk foul sewer running beneath and a manhole in the lane. This is a vital piece of drainage infrastructure serving the area and Dublin City Council will need access to it on a 24 hour basis. Drainage Division do not object to the closure provided that (a) access to the manhole can be maintained for a truck, (b) a key to the gate is provided to Dublin City Council Drainage and (c) that no structures/materials or vehicles are placed over the sewer. Residents have agreed to comply with the above requirements. Recommendation I recommend that this Committee approve of the extinguishment of the public right of way over the area shown on Drawing No. R.M , for consideration later by the City Council. Celine Reilly Executive Manager. 27

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29 North Central Area Office, Kilbarrack, Unit 18/19 Greendale Shopping Centre, Greendale Road, Dublin 5. Oifig Cheantar an Lárthuaiscirt, Cill Bharróg, Aonad 18 /19 Ionad Siopadóireachta Gleánntain Glas, Bóthar Gleanntáin Glais, Baile Átha Cliath 5. T / F Date: 26 th August 2010 Ref: RH/03282/2010 The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee. With reference to the proposed extinguishment of the Public Right of Way over laneway to the rear of 4-16 Maryfield Drive and Kilmore Road, Dublin 5 Proposal A request to have the public right of way extinguished over the laneway to the rear of 4-16 Maryfield Drive and Kilmore Road, Dublin 5 was received from the Residents. The extent of the proposed extinguishment is shown on Drawing No R.M (copy attached).the North Central Area Committee at its meeting on 19 th April 2010, agreed to initiate the statutory procedures to extinguish the Public Right of Way over the above laneway. Statutory Requirement By public advertisement on 23 rd April 2010 representations or objections were invited by 11th June No residential objections were received. Service Checks A service check has highlighted the following: Dublin City Council Main Drainage Division The laneway at Maryfield Drive has a surface water gully which drains the laneway. Once the lane is closed, the residents will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of this gully and the pipeline which connects it to the public surface water sewer. Residents have been informed and agree. Eircom Eircom have substantial plant at this location. The Residents have signed an agreement with Eircom to allow access at all times. They have also agreed not to erect or place any concrete surface on the right of way or to build any building or structure whatsoever thereon. UPC Residents agree to allow UPC access to a pole at the rear of 16 Maryfield Drive to carry out routine maintenance. Recommendation I recommend that the Committee approve the extinguishment of the public right of way over the area as shown on Drawing No. R.M for consideration later by the City Council. Celine Reilly Executive Manager 29

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31 Oifig Cheantar an Lárthuaiscirt, Cill Bharróg, Aonad 18 /19 Ionad Siopadóireachtan Gleanntáin Glas, Bóthar Gleanntáin Glais, Baile Átha Cliath 5. North Central Area Office, Kilbarrack, Unit 18/19 Greendale Shopping Centre, Greendale Road, Dublin 5. T / F Ref: RH03117/2010 Date 25th August 2010 The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee. Proposal to initiate the procedure for the taking in charge of The Copse, All Hallows, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 A request was received from the owners/occupiers to initiate procedures for the taking in charge of the above estate. It is intended that the roads and footpaths in the estate, as indicated on the attached Drawing No R.M be taken in charge. The Planning Department by order G12927 recommends that the formal procedure be initiated to have the development known as The Copse, All Hallows, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 taken in charge by Dublin City Council. Recommendation It is recommended that the North Central Area Committee now agree to the initiation of procedure under Section 11 of the Roads Act 1993 as set out in Subsections 4 and 5 of Section 180 Planning and Development Act 2000 to declare the roads and footpaths indicated on Drawing R.M to be public roads and footpaths in order that the process can be recommended to the City Council. Celine Reilly Executive Manager. 31

32 Development Department, Civic Offices. To the Chairman and Members of 6 th September The North Central Area Committee Meeting: 20 th September Item No.: With reference to the proposed disposal of a plot of land to the rear of 37 Croydon Park Avenue, Marino, Dublin 3 to James Little. An application has been received from James Little to purchase a plot of land to the rear of his property at 37 Croydon Park Avenue, Marino, Dublin 3. The piece of land in question, shown on the attached map, has been incorporated into his garden for many years. It is proposed to dispose of the City Council s interest in this land to James Little subject to the following terms and conditions: 1. The consideration shall be 1000 (one thousand euro). 2. The purchaser shall be responsible for any costs of incorporating the land into his garden. 3. As the property overlies the Port Tunnel any conveyance in respect of this property will exclude this substratum. 4. The purchaser shall be responsible for both his own and the Council s legal costs in the matter. Declan Wallace Executive Manager 32

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34 OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF TRAFFIC OIFIG AN BHAINISTEOIR TRÁCHTA The following items for the North Central Area were considered by the Traffic Advisory Group at its meeting on 19 th August

35 c Parking Prohibitions 1 Castilla Park, Dublin 3. Reps to rescind previously recommended Double Yellow Lines on Castilla Park. Public Rep DocI Recommended On both north and south sides, from the junction with Vernon Avenue, for 40m westwards. 2 Mount Prospect Lawns, Dublin 3. Reps for Pay and Display and Permit Parking on Mount Prospect Lawns, Clontarf. Resident DocI Recommended Accepted at survey, hours Mon-Sun on reg, 43 votes returned, 34 for, 8 against (+ 1 n.o.r). a Traffic Signs 3 Collins Avenue East/Clancarthy Road, Dublin 5. 'No Left Turn Mon-Sat ' from Collins Avenue East onto Clancarthy Road. Dublin City Council DocI Recommended 35

36 The Chairman and Members of North Central Area Committee. 3 September 2010 RE: Enforcement Report for Q2 of 2010 for the North-Central Area The following is a summary of enforcement activity in the North-Central Area for the period April June Number of new complaints opened 33 Number of S152 Warning Letters issued 36 Number of S154 Enforcement Notices issued 5 Number of S157 referrals to the District Court for prosecution 3 Number of files closed/resolved 43 Number of open files Fiacra Worrall Fiacra Worrall Asst Enforcement Manager Planning Department fiacra.worrall@dublincity.ie tel:

37 PLANNING APPLICATIONS NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE 20 TH SEPTEMBER 2010 Application Number: 3407/10 Application Type: Permission Applicant: Paul Byrne and Ian McKenna Location: 820 & 822, Howth Road, 7 Kilbarrack Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 Proposal: Planning permission is sought for the demolition of no. 820 Howth Road (a two storey semi-detached habitable dwelling) demolition of no. 7 Kilbarrack Road (a detached habitable bungalow) and the construction of 8no. 3 storey four bedroom terraced townhouses with roof lights. All units have individual vehicular access to the rear, accessed off Kilbarrack Road, all with associated site works/boundary treatment and landscaping. Registered Date: 13-Aug-2010 Validated Date: 24-Aug-2010 Decision Due Date: 07-Oct

38 NORTH CENTRAL AREA COMMITTEE QUESTIONS TO AREA MANAGER 20 th SEPTEMBER 2010 Q.1 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole To ask the manager to consider a long-term solution for the space at (details supplied) as its current layout encourages on-going anti-social behaviour. Q.2 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole To ask the manager to deal with the following issue. (Details supplied). Q.3 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole To ask the manager to have the windows replaced at: (Details supplied). Q.4 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole To ask the manager to upgrade the facilities in the North Central area playgrounds to be accessible for all children - including provision for the installation of special needs swings etc. Q.5 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole To ask the manager to make provision for: (Details supplied). Q.6 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole To ask the manager to make provision for a yellow box parking restriction at this location. (Details supplied). Q.7 Question in the name of Councillor Larry O Toole To ask the area manager to request Roads and Traffic to deal with the following issue. (Details supplied). Q.8 Question in the name of Councillor Seán Kenny To ask the Area Manager to address the traffic and road safety concerns raised by Cameron Park Residents in (details supplied). Q.9 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke To ask the Area Manager to respond to the questions addressed in (details supplied). Q.10 Question in the name of Councillor Seán Kenny To ask the Area Manager to arrange for the removal of overgrown weeds and dumped green waste from (details supplied) as local residents allege that this area is being used to hide illegal substances. 38

39 Q.11 Question in the name of Councillor Seán Kenny To ask the Area Manager to arrange for the following works to be carried out at Fr Collins Park: (A) To get the number of litter bins that are currently burned re-sprayed with anti graffiti paint and to ensure that the litter bins are emptied on a regular basis. (B) To erect a sign on each emergency gate saying: THIS GATE IS TO BE ONLY USED FOR EMERGENCY ACCESS and that keys be cut and supplied to Dublin Fire Brigade and Coolock Gardai and the sign to be facing outwards. (C) To arrange for a number of seating benches particularly behind the pitches to be checked and if any graffiti found on them to have it removed. (D) To arrange for the Park Warden to patrol the park on a regular basis particularly at the weekends. (E) When will the wind turbines be switched back on. Q.12 Question in the name of Councillor Aodhán Ó Riordáin To ask the manager to investigate the matter raised below (details supplied). Q.13 Question in the name of Councillor Aodhán Ó Riordáin To ask the manager to investigate the matter raised below (details supplied). Q.14 Question in the name of Councillor Aodhán Ó Riordáin To ask the manager to investigate the matter raised below (details supplied). Q.15 Question in the name of Councillor Aodhán Ó Riordáin To ask the manager to investigate the matter raised below and to make contact with the resident involved with a view to arranging an on-site meeting (details supplied). Q.16 Question in the name of Councillor Aodhán Ó Riordáin To ask the manager to investigate the matter raised below and to arrange an on-site meeting (details supplied). Q.17 Question in the name of Councillor Aodhán Ó Riordáin To ask the manager to investigate the matter raised below (details supplied) Q.18 Question in the name of Councillor Paddy Bourke To ask the Area Manager to arrange to have the laneways to the rear of (details supplied) cleaned and the leafs and rubbish removed as there is a constant problem with blocked drains and flooding at this location and to ensure that these laneways are cleaned on a regular basis. 39