PUBLIC CONSULTATION ON MERRION GATE / ROCK ROAD INTERSECTION EXTENDED:
The National Transporation Authority (NTA) has extended its consultation period on the proposed changes to the Merrion Gate / Rock Road junction until Tuesday 31st January. Cllr. Devlin is encouraging all interested parties to make a free submission. For more information click here
Jan 2017
FREE CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Counrt Council has announced the locations for Christmas Tree Recycling across our County for 2017. To view the locations, times and dates, please click here
Jan 2017
COUNCIL SEEKS COMMENTS ON PLANS FOR HUDSON ROAD FIELD
As a local Councillor for the area, I am inviting residents of the local area to view the plans online or to meet with me to go through them. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County has published proposed plans for the former Presentation College Sports Field. Find out more by clicking here
Jan 2017
COUNCIL PROPOSES FURTHER SOCIAL HOUSING UNITS FOR DÚN LAOGHAIRE TOWN CENTRE
Park House, #66 Georges Street Upper is the latest location for a proposal of 4 apartments (above an existing retail unit). The plan, if approved is for 2 x 1 bedroom apartments & 2 x 2 bedroom apartments. This building is across the road from the People's Park, Dún Laoghaire. The public can view the plans online and make a free submission before Tuesday 28th February, 2017. View the plans here
Jan 2017
PLANNING APPLICATIONS LODGED FOR BULLOCK HARBOUR SITE
Cllr. Devlin attended a public meeting organised by the Bullock Harbour Preservation Association which was attended by over 400 local residents. At the meeting, Cllr. Devlin outlined his opposition to the plans and confirmed he was lodging his own observation to both applications. He is organising an Information Evening on Wednesday 11th January at 8pm upstairs in the Club Public House, Dalkey to give further information on the proposals and to assist individuals wishing to make an observation. For more information click here. To view the planning files, click on each one;
D16A/0906 (Development/Part Demolition of Site) & D16A/0916 (Demolition of Existing Structures)
DÚN LAOGHAIRE-RATHDOWN COUNTY COUNCIL ASKS FOR THE
PUBLIC'S COMMENTS ON BICYCLE RACKS
The Council has launched a public consultation process to seek the feedback from cyclists and the wider public about bicycle stands/racks. To have your say (for free) click here
Jan 2017
Jan 2017
DEVLIN ENCOURAGES SPORTS CLUBS TO APPLY FOR 2017 SPORTS CAPITAL PROGRAMME
Cllr. Devlin is encouraging all sports clubs and organisation to apply for the 2017 Sports Capital programme. There are some new processes to follow and you can click here for more infromation
Feb 2017
PLANNING PERMISSION REFUSED FOR BULLOCH HARBOUR
Having lodged my own objection to both plans, I was pleased that Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Council refused permission for the demolition and development of the former Western Marine site at Bulloch Harbour. 285 submission were received in opposition to the proposed development while 175 were opposed to plans to demolish sections of the site. The developer may appeal to An Bord Pleanala however I welcome the decision by the Council for refusal as I believe it's the right one. You can read the reasons for refusal here; Proposal to redevelop the site or the proposal to demolish sections of the site
FOLLOW CORMAC ON SOCIAL MEDIA
If you're on Facebook / Twitter and you would like to be kept up-dated on Cormac's activities in your area, please add him on Facebook or follow him on Twitter. Alternatively, you can sign up to his regular e-Bulletin (email newsletter) by clicking here
Feb 2017
APPLICATIONS FOR COUNCIL GRANTS SOUGHT - APPLY HERE
Cormac is encouraging all community, arts, business and sports groups/organisations operating within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown to apply for this round of Council Grants. The deadline is Friday 28th April at 5pm and more infromation is available here
June 2017
HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE LOCAL PROPERTY TAX (LPT):
Have your say on the Local Property Tax (LPT) in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. Every year Councillors have the opportunity to increase, decrease the LPT by a maximum of 15% or keep the rate the same. Make your free submission here before Tuesday 15th August
August 2017
COUNCIL PUTS A SWIMMING BAN IN PLACE AT SANDYCOVE HARBOUR
Water quality tests conducted on Monday 28th August found that there were high levels of E. Coli in the bathing water. As a result Dún Loaghaire-Rathdown County Council has put a ban in place until further tests are carried out. Read more here
THE NATIONAL REHABILITATION HOSPITAL (NRH) DÚN LAOGHAIRE COMMENCES CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW €68M, 120 BED UNIT
Tonight the NRH announced that John Paul Construction were the winning firm that will build the NRH's new, 120 bed unit (Phase I). The second phase which still does not have funding approval yet negociations are still on-going between the NRH and the HSE. This phase could cost approximately €50-€60m but would bring the bed capactiy up from the current 108 to 235 much needed beds. The staff at the NRH provide excellent care to their patients on a daily basis, despite the old building that they work in. I am delighted that work is finally commencing on this project and you can find out more by clicking here
August 2017
September 2017
YOUR FIANNA FÁIL PUSH FOR & DELIVER A
15% REDUCTION IN THE LOCAL PROPERTY TAX
Your Fianna Fáil on Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council have continued to deliver on our pledge to reduce the Local Property Tax (LPT) where possible on an annual basis. "This unfair, inequitable tax must be reviewed" according to Cllr. Devlin. We are the only mainstream political party to continuously push for a reduction of the LPT on our Council. Read more here
September 2017
APPLY FOR DLR COUNCIL GRANTS BEFORE OCTOBER 13th, 2017
Cllr. Devlin is advising all sports, community, arts, heritage and business groups/organisations operating within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown to apply for the latest round of Council grants for 2018. The deadline for applying for this grant is Friday 13th October at 5pm. There are a number of information mornings/evening going to be held to help and guide groups through the application process. For more infromation and to download the forms click here
October 2017
DEVLIN WELCOMES PILOT BIKE SCHEME FOR COUNTY
Cormac Devlin has welcomed the announcement by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council that the first ever bike scheme is going to be introduced on a pilot basis from early November. Cllr. Devlin has said that he is excited to hear the feedback from the public. To find out more about the bike pilot scheme and where the bikes will be located, please click here
November 2017
HUDSON ROAD PUBLIC PARK APPROVED
At the November Council meeting, Councillors approved a plan for a brand new public park for the Glasthule/Sandycove area. The Council bought the former Presentation College sports field for €1.6m in 2013. The cost of the plan will be approximately €700,000 and includes a childrens playground (suitable for 2 - 12 year old children), 2 playing pitches (soccer and GAA), a redesigned changing room, pathways, boules area, exercise equipment, seating and landscaping. Two important changes include a sensory area and a natural hedge screening boundary to the rear of some houses along Spence Villas. Click here to view the new plan
December 2017
COUNCIL APPROVES MORE THAN €529K IN GRANTS
Cllr. Devlin has welcomed the decision by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown to award 334 groups and associations with more than €529K in Council Grants. "This represents an increase of 40 projects on the previous round plus an increase in the overall funding. These grants form an important part of the operation and running of many of these organisations and festivals. Out of the 438 applications received, 334 have been approved for funding. This round sees many sporting, community, artistic and business groups benefit from the funding. A huge amount of work was put into this project by the staff of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council who held 8 public information workshops in advance of the deadline. I want to commend them on the work that they have done and I congratulate all of the recipients who equally put an enormous amount of work into their respective applications. If an organisation missed out on this round, they can sign up to my eBulletin to be kept informed of the next one which is for winter 2018.
December 2017
DEVLIN SELECTED BY FIANNA FÁIL TO CONTEST THE NEXT GENERAL ELECTION
The members of Fianna Fáil voted to select Cormac to represent the Party at the next General Election. Cormac polled exceptionally well as a first time candidate in the 2016 General Election attracting more than 4,600 votes. Cormac remains focused on the issues facing constituents across the Dún Laoghaire constituency. You can follow his campaign by signing up to receive his eBulletin (news and information specific to your area) or on Facebook & Twitter. Alternatively, if you would like to get involved in the campaign you can volunteer here
December 2017
COUNCIL SEEKS PUBLICS VIEWS ON ITS DRAFT LITTER PLAN 2018-2020
