Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 11 October 2017
29. Deputy John Curran asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans, proposals and timeframe to provide transport infrastructure to facilitate the development of an SDZ at Clonburris, County Dublin with 8,500 homes supporting an estimated population of approximately 21,000 persons; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41985/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area (GDA).
The statutory objective of the NTA's Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area 2016-2035 is to provide a long-term strategic planning framework for the integrated development of transport infrastructure and services in the GDA. The development of the Strategy was informed by a full public consultation and is required by legislation to have regard to national, regional and local planning policies for the GDA.
I am aware that the NTA has worked closely with South Dublin County Council on the transport elements included in the draft planning scheme for Clonburris.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred your question to the NTA for a more detailed reply. The Deputy should advise my private office if he does not receive a reply within ten working days.
