Cork County Council is commencing public consultation in relation to preparing a new County Development Plan for Cork.

The Cork County Development Plan sets out the overall strategy for the proper planning and sustainable development of the County and consists of a written statement and accompanying maps.

Martin Riordan, County Manager said: "Although the pace of development has slowed down in recent years, the review of the County Development Plan is very important in establishing a sustainable platform for the economic recovery of the County. There are numerous challenges facing the County which include; ways of accelerating growth in Metropolitan Cork, managing pressure for rural housing in outer areas and the development of a sustainable energy policy. The development plan process is an opportunity for the people of Cork to shape the future development of the County."

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A Consultation Document 'Planning County Cork's Future' has been prepared to provide a focus and to encourage debate. It is supported by a series of Background Documents where more detailed survey information is set out.

The Consultation Document and the Background Documents can be obtained at www.corkcoco.ie . The Consultation Document can also be viewed at Cork County Council offices, and at County and City Libraries. These documents are also available on CD from the Planning Policy Unit, County Hall and the Cork County Council Area Offices.

Submissions can be made from 7th January 2013 to 4th March 2013 (8 weeks). Submissions can be lodged with the council in a number of ways as detailed below. Please make your submission by one medium only either electronic or hard copy.

The deadline for receipt of all submissions is 4pm on Monday 4th March 2013.

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