History
Community Progress
since 2021
Dynamic Dynamic continues to network with Dublin City Council, Waterways Ireland, Dublin South City Partnership, ESB Networks, Trinity Iveagh Sports Ground, and developers working on projects in the area to ensure there will be appropriate infrastructure in Drimnagh for our growing community.
October 2021
Launched
Dynamic Drimnagh was set up to proactively advocate for appropriate infrastructure for Drimnagh.
October 2021
City Edge Plan
Registered with City Edge Series to identify benefits for Drimnagh
February 2022
Drimnagh 2030 Plan
Ten year strategic plan for Drimnagh submitted as part of Dublin City Council’s Development Plan 2022 – 2028
February 2022
Canal Village Plan
GWA Architects issued a Feasibility Report on a Canal Village
April 2022
Mountshannon Mill Heritage Plaque
A heritage plaque and history wall were erected at the Davitt Apts commemorating Mountshannon Mill (1837-1905)
May 2023
Dublin City Council Meeting
Investment was sought for Drimnagh from the €45m developer’s levies from the current construction in Drimnagh.
May 2023
Political Lobbying for Primary Care Centre
Dynamic Drimnagh liaised with elected TDs and appointed Senators on the long overdue Primary Care Centre.
May 2023
BAM Site, Davitt Road
Established communication with St James’s Hospital on the proposed development of the BAM (Old Unilever) site, Davitt Road.
June 2023
Launch of Drimnagh Biodiversity Plan
Tidy Drimnagh and Dr Marian Coll launched Drimnagh’s Biodiversity Plan at the Drimnagh Festival
June 2023
Lobbying Government
Members of Dynamic Drimnagh met with Minister Paschal Donohoe and Senator Mary Seery Kearney on appropriate services for Drimnagh.
September 2023
Meeting with Dublin City Council Parks
An agreement was reached to set up Friends of Brickfield Park, enhance green space, and build new Changing Rooms to facilitate all sports events.
November 2023
Marble Arch Planning Submission
A detailed submission was sent to DCC Planning, welcoming housing, however, seeking a restriction on the density and proximity to existing two-storey homes in the area.
November 2023
Crumlin / Drimnagh Library
DCC Capital funding of €200,000 and developer’s levies of €10.9m will be allocated for a 841sqm Library at Ardscoil Éanna, to be completed by 2026.
November 2023
Brickfield Dressing Rooms
A combination of developer’s levies and Capital Sports Grant of €2.4 between 2024 – 2026 has been allocated for new changing rooms, meeting room, toilets and storage facilities.
December 2023
G4S Planning Submission
A detailed submission was sent to DCC Planning welcoming housing with a proposed medical centre and seeking restrictions on density and proximity to existing homes on Dolphin Road.
December 2023
Winter Ready Brochure
A joint initiative with DCC Community Development Team to advise senior residents on Winter challenges.
January 2024
Marble Arch Planning Refused
DCC Planning refused 8 storey development at the Marble Arch.
January 2024
ESB Networks Upgrade
Dynamic Drimnagh met with ESB Networks who outlined their plan to upgrade electricity services along Grand Canal and across Drimnagh.
February 2024
Marble Arch Planning Decision Appeal
Emarjare Ltd (Marble Arch) appealed DCC’s decision to ABP. A second submission was sent outlining new information.
February 2024
G4S Granted Planning Permission
G4S were granted planning for 113 residential rather than 120. The site is now For Sale with F.P.P.
April 2024
Flood Risk Alleviation Consultation
Dynamic Drimnagh attended a public consultation on a Flood Risk Alleviation Scheme for Lansdowne Valley Park. It is proposed to install two damns in the Camac River.
May 2024
“What’s Happening in Drimnagh”
Published by the Dublin South City Partnership for Dynamic Drimnagh, this newsletter was distributed across Drimnagh.
May 2024
Marble Arch Appeal Refused
An Bord Pleanála denied the appeal of Emarjare Ltd (Marble Arch)
June 2024
Drimnagh Festival
A very successful three-day festival was organised with DCC Community Development Teams.
June 2024
Waterways Ireland
We have liaised with Waterways Ireland on water activities on the Grand Canal for youth services in 2023 and 2024.
July 2024
Upgrade of Davitt Rd/Suir Rd Junction
The NTA and DCC Active Travel Office propose to upgrade this junction by closing off Slievenamon Road. Dynamic Drimnagh and residents impacted have run a campaign to object to the road closure and seek alternative solutions.
July 2024
Trinity Iveagh Sports Grounds
We have engaged with Trinity College Dublin about the community’s use of the facilities. Talks are ongoing about installing a gate between Iveagh Grounds and Brickfield Park for sports events and festivals.
September 2024
Drimnagh Residents’ Association
Dynamic Drimnagh gave a presentation to the DRA members on what is planned for Drimnagh.
October 2024
Drimnagh Historical Map
The Drimnagh Historical Map was launched displaying 15 historical sites across Drimnagh from Neolithic to Modern History.
October 2024
Planned Healthcare Facilities in Drimnagh
Dynamic Drimnagh and St John Bosco Youth Centre met members of the Board of St James’s Hospital about Davitt Road. A new healthcare facility with community access will be built soon.
October 2024
Upgrade of Dromard Field/Errigal Park
We have engaged with Dublin City Council about upgrading our green spaces. A plan is underway to upgrade Errigal Park which is welcomed.