New harbour masterplan hailed as 'milestone' for Dun Laoghaire
A new masterplan for Dun Laoghaire Harbour has been hailed as a "new chapter" for the coastal town.The new plan was unveiled by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council and sets out guiding principles to reimagine the iconic harbour as a dynamic, multifunctional space that honours its maritime heritage while embracing contemporary needs and opportunities. Council Cathaoirleach, Cllr Jim Gildea, said the plan was a "milestone" for the area.He added: "It honours our maritime heritage while embracing innovation and sustainability. Our goal is to create a Harbour that is not only a gateway to the sea but a living, breathing part of the town – a place for people to gather, explore, and enjoy every day.”The new masterplan, which is also backed by Failte Ireland, will include more than 30 projects, grouped into six key quarters:Urban QuarterEast Pier QuarterActive QuarterMarina QuarterNational Water Sports Campus QuarterWest Pier and GutProjects are prioritised as short, medium and long-term, with some early activation initiatives already underway.Caroline Bocquel, CEO of Fáilte Ireland said: "Fáilte Ireland welcomes the Dun Laoghaire Harbour Masterplan which sets out a coordinated and integrated plan for the redevelopment of Dun Laoghaire Harbour as a thriving coastal destination that will appeal to both domestic and international visitors. Fáilte Ireland looks forward to working collaboratively with Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council on the delivery of the tourism actions in the plan."The Masterplan seeks to reconnect the harbour with the Dun Laoghaire, transforming what was once a functional and fragmented space into a vibrant, accessible and inclusive destination. A key feature of the strategy is the creation of a unified sequence of spaces linking the Harbour’s distinct areas - Carlisle Pier, the Old Harbour, St. Michael’s Pier, the Gut and more - into a cohesive experience.A number of projects are already underway, including the design phase of a National Watersports Campus. Public consultation is also open until February 6 on The Metals Green, a new 0.30 ha green space along Harbour Road featuring accessible paths, coastal planting, and a central gathering area for activities like yoga and pop-up kiosks.The full plan and list of projects can be found on dlrcoco.ieJoin our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
