Mullagh
Mullagh Location and Context Mullagh takes its name from 'mullach', meaning the top, summit, head or ridge on which the village stands and is located only a short distance southeast of Quilty. The village lies within an area characterised as coastal farmland and dunes and due to its elevated nature, situated on a ridge, the views northwards of the surrounding flat landscape are extensive to Quilty in the north and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. The surrounding landscape consists of relatively flat or rolling countryside with few trees. The facilities in Mullagh include a public house, community centre, church, primary school, and sports field. There is an existing public footpath in the village which provides pedestrian connectivity between existing residences and the village core and community facilities such as the church, sports field and national school. Water is provided by the West Clare Regional Water Supply and the village is currently connected to the Quilty Wastewater Treatment System. General Objectives: •
To support and encourage further growth and regeneration of the village centre, whilst protecting the distinctive character of the village through sympathetic design and siting of development.
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To consolidate and renovate the existing buildings, in particular along the main street, and to encourage the further development of retail and commercial services in the village core.
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To make provision for the tourism related developments in the village.
Employment and Enterprise Mullagh’s proximity to Miltown Malbay, Quilty and Spanish Point can be harnessed to promote the economic development of the village. Mullagh and Quilty have the advantage of being fully serviced settlements which will give them the competitive edge in attracting investment and enabling them to accommodate a mix of uses to complement the high-quality school and sports facilities already in place in the village. Tourism The popularity of the nearby tourist areas such as Quilty, Spanish Point, Miltown Malbay and Doonbeg is likely to continue to generate demand for holiday accommodation in Mullagh. __________________________________________________________________________________ Draft Clare County Development Plan 2023-2029
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