A south Dublin baronet is opposing plans by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council to rezone land surrounding his 200-year-old estate for housing and cycle paths. The move is part of a broader effort by local authorities to address the housing crisis, following a directive from Minister for Housing James Browne. Rezoning Proposal Faces Opposition from Sir … Read more
The Escalating Costs of Urban Micro-Projects: A Warning for Future Infrastructure Spending A seemingly simple project – the installation of 14 steps and a ramp in Dublin’s Deer Park – has become a stark illustration of a worrying trend in urban development. The final cost of €753,000, over 50% higher than the initial estimate, has … Read more
Dundrum Set for Major Housing Development on Former Central Mental Hospital Site Planning permission has been granted for the construction of nearly 1,000 new homes on the grounds of the former Central Mental Hospital in Dundrum, south Dublin. The significant development promises to address housing shortages in the area but also raises questions about infrastructure … Read more