Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

I can understand the sustainability argument in respect of transport but there are other issues of sustainability in respect of the quantum of new houses in an area that is already struggling from the point of view of infrastructure. If the proposed quantum is pursued, I predict that it will not be realised because of the constraints. It simply gives the impression that something can be done.

I will take the opportunity to talk to the Minister about it afterwards because it is an unsatisfactory process from the point of view of the public's understanding and its ability to buy into the planning process. This is the only opportunity the public has, particularly now that changes are going to happen in respect of developments of over 100 units being decided by An Bord Pleanála.

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