Construction officially begins on Dundrum's newest neighbourhood
Dundrum will soon welcome a new neighbourhood as construction for 934 new homes has officially begun.
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and the Land Development Agency (LDA) have marked the start of construct at Dún Brí on Dundrum Road. Providing a mix of apartments, duplexes, and houses, the first phase includes 203 one-bed, 300 two-bed and 44 three-bed apartments, which will all feature balconies or terraces.
The new neighbourhood will also include a crèche, café, retail units, public parks, landscaped gardens and a civic plaza. A new community centre incorporating outdoor sports facilities, together with a medical centre, will come as part of Phase 2.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Minister for Housing James Browne, and Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Barry Saul attended the launch. Cllr Saul said the start of construction marks “a great day for the people of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown” as the site has been closed off to the public for many years.
“This is exactly the sort of development we need in the county. The amenities, facilities and green space will have huge benefits for those who will call Dún Brí home, and for the residents in the surrounding area,” he stated.
As a site of significant historical importance, care has been taken to preserve and repurpose many existing buildings. This approach aims to safeguard the site’s architectural heritage while giving these historic structures a renewed role within the new community.
Environmental considerations were also key to the project. Particular emphasis has been placed on protecting mature trees , enhancing biodiversity and preserving the site's green spaces, ensuring these natural assets remain a defining feature of Dún Bri.
Frank Curran, Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, said: ‘I am delighted to attend the launch of such an exciting development in the heart of Dundrum.
“We are all extremely proud of the quality of the homes and amenities that will make Dún Brí a community that its residents will be proud to call home. By maximising our public land for residential development, we can bring new energy and life into strong communities like Dundrum.”
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