Dundrum is set for a series of planned upgrades designed to make the south Dublin village safer, greener and easier to navigate. The programme, outlined by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on 2 October 2026, will improve transport links, public spaces, accessibility and the overall village environment.
The proposals form part of the Dundrum Local Area Plan and build on projects already progressing, including the DLR Connector scheme. Rather than delivering every project simultaneously, the council says the works will be phased to limit disruption and provide clear opportunities for residents, businesses and visitors to take part in consultations.
Dundrum improvements will focus on transport and public space
A central aim of the programme is to make it easier for people to move through Dundrum, whether they use buses, walk, cycle or travel by car. The plans also recognise the village’s role as an important residential, commercial and community centre within Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.
Expected improvements include:
- Better bus services and public transport connections
- New landscaping within Dundrum Village
- Additional and upgraded public spaces
- A formalised version of the temporary road layout
- More accessible urban design
- Improved walking and cycling routes
- Safer junctions and updated road arrangements
Combined, these measures are intended to support a more attractive and inclusive village centre while improving road safety and the experience of people travelling through the area.
Phased delivery and public consultation
Each project will have its own planning and consultation process. Detailed designs and timelines will be released as individual schemes advance, allowing the public to review proposals and provide feedback during the relevant consultation periods.
This staged approach is intended to reduce the impact of construction and ensure that residents and local stakeholders have timely information. It also gives the council an opportunity to progress separate elements of the wider vision in a coordinated way.
The council has published a Transforming Dundrum leaflet with further information about the planned programme. Details are also available through its dedicated Transforming Dundrum information page.
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What the Dundrum programme could mean for the area
The planned works are designed to support Dundrum’s long-term development without losing sight of everyday needs such as safer crossings, accessible streets, reliable public transport and comfortable public areas.
For local businesses, improved pedestrian and cycling connections may help strengthen footfall and make the village easier to access. For residents, the programme promises a clearer framework for upgrades under the Local Area Plan. Visitors may also benefit from a more welcoming and better-connected town centre.
Because the projects remain subject to separate processes, residents should look for official consultation notices and project updates before assuming that every proposed change has received final approval.
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Conclusion
The Dundrum programme represents a long-term effort to improve movement, public spaces, accessibility and safety across the village. While individual designs and delivery dates will emerge through future planning stages, the overall direction is clear: Dundrum is being prepared for a greener, more connected and more inclusive future. Residents and businesses should follow each consultation to help shape how the plans are delivered.
