An Economic and Spatial Plan for Limerick Appendices

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Limerick 2030 An Economic and Spatial Plan for Limerick City Centre Zones A number of distinct character areas have been identified to facilitate more detailed analysis. These are areas characterised by a common use, building type or historical quality. These areas are not definitive in their distinctiveness, but there is enough distinction to aid evaluation and to assist the formulation of interventions and actions. A similar technique was adopted in the City Centre Strategy, (2008) and we build upon this analysis and update it. This is work in progress and detailed analytical plans for these areas will be produced. Further analysis may re-define some of these areas. The areas we have defined are: 1. The Waterfront 2. Kings Island 3. City Centre Core 4. Main Georgian Area 5. Docklands 6. Eastern Fringes 7. Clare Bank 1. The Waterfront Limerick’s riverfront is one of its most important features. It was the historic city docks dating back to Medieval times, but commercial activity has gradually declined and moved southwards. The Waterfront now lacks function and is no longer psychologically connected to be core of City Centre. It can become the ‘front garden’ of the City – but this needs a collective approach by addressing buildings and uses, the street, the boardwalk and the pedestrian and vehicle activity together. The solution must put the pedestrian user first and establish the riverfront as a part of City that people are drawn to. June 2013 84
Limerick 2030 An Economic and Spatial Plan for Limerick There are few buildings of distinction along the Waterfront – the contemporary buildings are lacking in quality which has detracted from the overall potential, but there is enough quality in the setting to compensate. King John’s Castle to the North provides a strong northern anchor, whilst the Clarion Hotel at Steamboat Quay anchors the Waterfront to the South. At key points there are under developed sites which present redevelopment potential – in particular the Garda Station at Bishops Quay. An appropriate building is required to lift the architectural quality. The transport system that diverts traffic onto Henry Street (one way) creates a significant barrier to the Riverside – this must be addressed. In addition Bishops Quay, Howley’s Quay and Harvey’s Quay carry traffic that could be accommodated on other streets. The overall ambience for the pedestrian does not do the Waterfront full justice – the area needs to be softened and made more appealing to people on foot. Finally, there is a need to introduce more active ground floor uses, encouraging pavement activity. These can serve as an attraction in their own right. Indeed this is one area of the City Centre that really could be given over totally to the pedestrian with a more active street environment – including pedestrian activity to enliven the Waterfront. Table 22: Waterfront Strengths Weaknesses High quality setting Attractive views/vistas up and downstream Potential circuit across both banks around King John Castle Opportunities Redevelopment potential Green and soften the Waterfront Activate – ground floor uses / pavement activity Remove traffic Improve connections to City Centre Festivals Enhance or remove Sarsfield House Extend Waterfront promenade Poor quality, contemporary development Traffic dominance Vacant sites Limited active ground floor uses and pavement activity North facing Relatively harsh environment June 2013 85
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