FAQ & Queries

To re-energise the area, using high quality design and materials to transform the space. Introducing and enhancing place making features such as tree planting, seating and out-door dining to encourage social interactions, biodiversity and a vibrant street. 
 

To create more pedestrian friendly spaces, reallocating space to provide an accessible experience for all users, while supporting and promoting economic growth in this area.

Dublin City Council, through its Works Contractor Circet Networks (Ireland) Ltd

The project includes Duke Street, South Anne Street, Lemon Street, Duke Lane Upper, Duke Lane Lower and Anne’s Lane. These are important pedestrian routes linking South Dublin City’s primary retail street, Grafton Street, with the South Georgian City via Dawson Street. The project covers approximately 1.35km in perimeter or 5,300 square metres in area and will involve 2500sqm of new granite paving. The project will also include 10 new public benches and 2 new water bottle fillings stations

Yes, any re-usable materials are being taken from site for storage and will be re-used at a future date on other projects.

Yes we hope to plant 11 new trees as part of the project.

The project got Part 8 Planning Approval in April’23 (91/2023)

Dublin City Council Road Design Division is the designer of the project.

June 2025

It is expected to take 2 years to complete.

Access to residences and local businesses will be maintained at all times.

Temporary traffic management systems will be required to facilitate the works. See main project webpage for the latest traffic management plans

If you need support during these works, please contact [email protected]