A Masterplan:
“A Town Renewal Masterplan is effectively a blueprint to guide the rejuvenation of a town or village. It is informed by a robust analysis, including for example the historical context (urban morphology), urban ‘health checks,’ land use surveys, building condition surveys, analysis of movement patterns (pedestrian movement/footfall and vehicular movement), car parking analysis, architectural heritage appraisals and urban design character and it is generally supported by extensive public consultation. As part of the Renewal Masterplan process a number of priority projects are identified for delivery.” (Table 14.1 - Kildare County Council Placemaking Strategies, County Development Plan)
The Strategic Projects and Public Realm Team of Kildare County Council have undertaken three separate public consultation pieces to date as part of the process of gathering and sharing information, challenges and ideas to collaborate with the community of Rathangan and shape and inform the Rathangan Town Renewal Masterplan.
- Public Workshop, Rathangan Library 01 August 2024
- Online Survey, 15 July to 30 August 2024
- Art Competition for Primary Schools, July 2024
The aim of each event was to engage with as much of the community as possible and that the final Town Renewal Masterplan for the town is representative of the views, values and needs of the community.
The report below details the findings of each of the public consultation events to date. A copy of the report will also be available to view in Rathangan Library.