Learn About the Council’s Plans for the City Read our development plans for the city. These documents set objectives for sustainable development and help guide policies, procedures, developments and planning decisions. DCC Menu Dublin City Development Plans Read the Dublin City Development Plan, which guides how and where development takes place in the city. Strategic Development Zones (SDZs) Find out about Dublin city's SDZs, where fast-tracked development is allowed. Local Area Plans and Masterplans See the plans which guide sustainable development and renewal in specific areas of the city. Development Framework Plans Read plans for Whitehall and St. Teresa's Gardens. Local Environmental Improvement Plans (LEIPs) See our existing LEIPs, as well as a list of the areas identified as needing one to enhance public spaces. Expired or Superseded Plans Explore expired and superseded plans for the city, which may be of historic interest.