The Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 was adopted at a Special Council meeting on the 2nd of November 2022. The plan came into effect on the 14th of December 2022, with a vision for a low carbon, sustainable, and climate-resilient capital city, emphasizing the importance of compact growth and the utilization of available land close to public transport. The plan sets population targets and housing needs, aiming to create socially inclusive housing and sustainable environmental infrastructure while addressing flood risk.
The Plan highlights the significance of valuing and safeguarding built heritage and archaeology. It outlines the strategies for enhancing Dublin’s role as an internationally competitive capital, promoting targeted employment growth, and supporting the creation of high-quality urban spaces. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of cultural infrastructure and the challenges of protecting arts and cultural assets while allowing sustainable growth.
Furthermore, the document addresses the development of the city, emphasizing the role of urban villages and smaller neighbourhood centres in the concept of a 15-minute city. It also discusses the city’s green infrastructure and recreational spaces, highlighting the major landscape features and green spaces that contribute to the city’s high-quality environment.
