Public Consultation: Preparation of a Draft Integrated Urban Strategy for Newcastle West
Closing Date: 6th May 2025
Limerick City and County Council hereby gives notice of a public consultation on the Draft Integrated Urban Strategy for Newcastle West. This strategy presents a vision for town centre revitalization while protecting important heritage.
Consultation Background With funding from the EU-supported THRIVE programme – Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme, Limerick City and County Council has prepared a Draft Integrated Urban Strategy for Newcastle West. The Draft Strategy includes a socio-economic analysis of the town and findings from a local consultation process engaging community, businesses, public bodies and other stakeholders.
This strategy aims to:
Make Newcastle West a great place to live for all age groups and sections of the community
Create a great place to work and run a business
Enhance Newcastle West as a visitor destination
Focus specifically on town centre revitalization
Public Viewing Availability The Draft Integrated Urban Strategy for Newcastle West is on public display from Saturday 29th March 2025 to Tuesday 6th May 2025 inclusive at:
Limerick City and County Council, Corporate Headquarters, Merchants Quay, Limerick
Limerick City and County Council, County Hall, Dooradoyle Road, Limerick
Newcastle West Municipal Office, Áras William Smith O'Brien, Gortboy, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick
Public library in Newcastle West
Online at: www.limerick.ie/council
Public Consultation Events Limerick City and County Council invites the public to attend the following open drop-in events:
Thursday 10th April 2025 from 5pm to 8pm in Newcastle West Municipal Office
Tuesday 15th April 2025 from 2pm to 5pm in Newcastle West Municipal Office
Friday 25th April 2025 from 12pm to 4pm in the Square, Newcastle West
Make Your Submission Submissions or observations on the Draft Integrated Urban Strategy may be made through:
Online: http://mypoint.limerick.ie
Email: towncentrefirst@limerick.ie
Post: Town Centre First, Rural Development, Rural, Community, Culture and Tourism Directorate, Limerick City and County Council, Merchants Quay, Limerick, V94 EH90
Please make your submission by one medium only by 5pm on Tuesday 6th May 2025.
Limerick City and County Council is committed to sustainable urban development and community engagement across the county. The Newcastle West Urban Strategy aims to create a vibrant town center while preserving local heritage. Please note that by providing your contact details you are agreeing to the Council GDPR policy.
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