City Library Project: What's Happening

The demolition of structures to the rear of the Georgian buildings was completed in 2023.  The new-build element of the City Library will be located on this site. 

Ground surveys and required archaeological investigations have also been concluded in advance of the commencement of the construction of the new City Library.

Great care was taken during demolitions to monitor and protect both the Hugh Lane Gallery and the Georgian buildings of the former Coláiste Mhuire. 

A multi-disciplinary design team was appointed in 2023.

Detailed design works were completed in early 2025.

Procurement of a building contractor will take approximately six months.

Construction will take approximately thirty two months with completion expected in 2029.