Could A Revised Wicklow County Development Plan Impact You?

The deadline for submissions on the Wicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028 is close of business this Friday Jan 16th.

The age-old issue of supply and demand is driving buyers to Wicklow and house prices up.
First-time buyers account for 70% of purchases in Co. Wicklow last year. With average Dublin prices soaring to €586,000, experts suggest buyers are being driven out of the city to neighbouring counties

So how can Wicklow meet changing housing targets, without impacting towns and villages across the county?

The issue is prompting online interactions between residents, businesses and local representatives with calls for clarity on the Enniskerry Community Forum on Facebook. Members are expressing concern about density guidelines and housing targets for the village, posting this plea to locals:

Wicklow County Council is inviting submissions on proposed variations to the Wicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028, with Cllr Melanie Corrigan encouraging anyone with question or concerns to make a submission via the Public Consultation .

Proposed revisions will impact Wicklow’s Core Strategy, associated housing targets, and a number of related housing objectives with further details in this table:

Here's the thing - the deadline for submissions is close of business this coming Friday January 16th. So if you've got something to say, you better get your skates on!