Further to your publication of the proposed Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027, we enclose the following submission on behalf of our Client Ms Jacqueline Duncan.
The area of land as shown in the enclosed report is currently fallow, grassland. Our client requests that a review of the zoning map specifically in relation to this parcel of land takes place to have it zoned as Residential 2 -New Proposed Residential.
We further submit a Hydrological Review of this site and the surrounding lands and the general catchment of the Ballymullen Stream and seek the removal of the current Flood Risk Categorisations for this site and all the surrounding lands. Such a designation in the past was erroneous and was inappropriate and has meant that properties in this area would not be able to get Flood Risk cover on their household insurance policies. This entire area is not identified as a flood risk on the latest NIFM maps which substantiates our redesignation request.
Should you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned.