By Dan Walsh in Courtown
A draft copy of the Courtown and Riverchapel Town Centre First Plan went to public consultation at the Tara Vie Hotel, Courtown, on Monday, and there was strong interest in the 48-page comprehensive document that is in its early stage.
Town First Regeneration Officer at Wexford County Council, Mick McCormack was on hand to deal with any enquiries about the plan and he told WexfordLocal.com that there was strong interest in the plan and he answered queries and addressed local concerns and all of this information will be forwarded to the next stages of the plan before its final publication.
The Courtown and Riverchapel Town Centre First Plan sets out a comprehensive and community driven vision to guide the long term regeneration of the town centre.
The plan integrates economic, social, environmental and spatial strategies to ensure that Courtown and Riverchapel thrives as a vibrant, inclusive, and climate resilient coastal twin settlement.
The key regeneration projects include Riverchapel Community Centre, a multi-purpose facility for health, youth, education and community services.
Courtown Marina and Beach Nourishment Project such as coastal protection and marine tourism.
A Maritime Activity and Heritage Centre featuring a new multi-purpose centre for sports, recreation, maritime heritage, environmental protection and awareness and other services integrated as part of a marine tourism hub.
Plans for a mixed-use community and enterprise hub at Courtown such as a civic and enterprise space for digital innovation, social enterprise and lifelong learning.
Also in the plan is a section entitled “public realm enhancements” that includes improvements to main streets, promenades, walkways and civic spaces in Courtown and Riverchapel.
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