Ashbourne is in desperate need of a decent sized community open space. The ONLY existing space (playground area) is of a completely inappropriate  size for the second largest town in Meath. Your decision to amend no.7 will directly affect all the residents of Ashbourne Town who have for years put up with promises that were reneged upon time after time. Twenty or so more houses will have ZERO benefit to our town and will only benefit a faceless developer in the short time while they line their pockets. However a Park will benefit all current residents of Ashbourne and the many more residents who will come to live in our town over the coming years. Please show long term consideration when making your decision.