Plans for 73 new homes and a park in Clonlara - Clare Echo

PLANS for 73 homes, three commercial units and a public park and playground have been submitted for a site in Clonlara. Montpellier Drummin Developments Ltd has lodged a planning application with Clare County Council for a residential and mixed-use development comprising 67 houses and six apartments, alongside three commercial units. The proposed homes include a … Plans for 73 new homes and a park in Clonlara Read More »

PLANS for 73 homes, three commercial units and a public park and playground have been submitted for a site in Clonlara.

Montpellier Drummin Developments Ltd has lodged a planning application with Clare County Council for a residential and mixed-use development comprising 67 houses and six apartments, alongside three commercial units.

The proposed homes include a mix of two, three and four-bedroom properties, with semi-detached and terraced houses as well as single-storey homes. The 67 houses include 11 three-bedroom townhouses, while the six one-bedroom apartments would be located above the commercial units.

The three commercial units would be located close to the village crossroads. One is intended to accommodate a local shop, while two smaller units are proposed for retail or other services.

A paved plaza is planned at the northern corner of the site, incorporating an existing horse sculpture and a raised flower bed. The design statement says the area would include seating and planting, with steps and level access to connect it to the surrounding development.

The applicant says the layout has been designed to provide pedestrian and cycle connections to the existing housing development nearby, as well as links towards the GAA grounds and other community facilities.

The site slopes steeply, falling by more than 16 metres from the north-western road to its lower end. The design statement says the layout of the proposed roads and houses has been designed to accommodate the change in levels.

The plans also include access roads, footpaths, cycle routes, car parking, bicycle storage, bin stores, landscaping and connections to public water and wastewater services.

Provision is also being made for preparatory works to facilitate the transfer of land to Clare County Council for a public park and playground. The land is zoned for open space under the Clare County Development Plan 2023–2029.

The design statement refers to objectives in the development plan for Clonlara, including village consolidation, improved local services, new public spaces and connections between residential areas and community facilities.

The application includes a Natura Impact Statement, along with supporting documents covering flood risk, drainage, landscaping, tree protection, lighting and biodiversity.

A submission or observation in relation to the application can be made in writing to the planning authority for a prescribed fee of €20, within five weeks of the authority first receiving the planning application.

The planning application was received and validated by Clare County Council on October 20. Submissions can be made until November 23, with a decision due by December 14.

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