Confirmation & Re-affirmation of May Minutes of Lucan, Palmerstown and North Clondalkin Area Committee Meeting.

Now that the planning application process for the Adamstown Civic Building has concluded can the Chief Executive advise whether a separate briefing or meeting can be arranged for Councillors to discuss the outcome in detail, including the key elements of the proposal, any amendments arising during the planning process, the proposed delivery programme and the next steps for the project? Given the significance of the facility for the Adamstown and wider Lucan area such a meeting would provide an opportunity for Councillors to gain a fuller understanding of the project and its future delivery.

Proposed Strategic Infrastructure Development Application – Mental Health Hospital, St. Edmundsbury, Lucan

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach's Business 

To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the public lighting stock upgrade to LED in the LPNC Area.

To ask the Manager how many parking fines have been issued in Palmerstown Fonthill in the previous 12 months and to break it down into fines issued at designated pay & display areas and fines outside of pay & display areas.

Could the Manager provide an estimate of the cost of finishing the Foxborough boundary wall that borders the R136?

Can the Manager confirm what set of criteria are used when allocating shelters for bus stops?

To ask for an update on the Stage 4 Safety Audit that was to be requested of the developer following on from Motion 6 at the Area Committee Meeting Tuesday, January 27, 2026 which related to recent changes to the entrance to St. Joseph's College and St. Mary's Church off the Lucan Heights Road,.

To ask the CEO for on update on whether it has had any discussions with Fingal about the Ongar Barnhill Road and continuation of this road across to South Dublin.

Proposed Declaration of Roads to be made Public Roads, Consultation regarding Taking in Charge of Aderrig Park Avenue.

Proposed Declaration of Roads to be made Public Roads, Consultation regarding Taking in Charge of Adamstown Way.

Proposed Declaration of Roads to be made Public Roads, Consultation regarding Taking in Charge of Adamstown Boulevard.

Proposed Declaration of Roads to be made Public Roads, Consultation regarding Taking in Charge of Palmerstown Way.

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach's Business 

That this Committee calls on the Chief Executive to provide a detailed update on the School Warden review and school crossing surveys within the Local Electoral Area, including a breakdown by school of the surveys undertaken, the outcomes of those surveys, which schools met or did not meet the relevant thresholds for further intervention, and the current status of any proposed measures, including school wardens, technical solutions, Active Travel measures, Safe Routes to School, or School Streets initiatives.

That the Chief Executive upgrade the bus stop 2207 outside Palmerstown Manor on the Kennelsfort Road to provide a paved area long enough for a bus. Because of the back door exit on all new buses people have to walk on the grass and mud.

Can the Chief Executive arrange an on-site meeting with representatives of the three schools located along Station Road, Adamstown together with relevant Council officials to discuss the ongoing traffic management and road safety concerns on this route? Given that requests for engagement on this matter have previously been raised through the Traffic Management Meeting (TMM) process can the Chief Executive also provide an update on any actions taken to date and outline what measures are being considered to improve traffic flow, pedestrian safety and school access along this stretch of Station Road?.

That this Council requests the Chief Executive to examine the need for a dedicated community bus service for the Lucan and wider area, having regard to population growth and the transport needs of community, voluntary, youth, disability and older persons groups. As part of this examination, the Chief Executive is requested to engage with operators and users of the existing South Dublin County Council community bus service to assess demand, usage, waiting times and capacity, and to determine whether there is a need for an additional community bus serving the Lucan and wider area, and to report back to the Council with findings and recommendations.

To ask the manager to construct a path between the junction of the L1015 and the Fonthill Road to the entrance of Sean Kavanagh's Garage on the Fonthill Road. Please find image of location 

To ask the Manager to replace the metal poles at Harelawn Green with more aesthetic looking bollards. Please find photo attached of location.

Library News & Events

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach's Business 

To ask the Chief Executive whether the Council intends to measure the economic impact of the Lucan Village Enhancement Scheme, including changes in footfall, commercial occupancy, and business activity levels.

To ask for an update on the conditions attached to a disposal of lands approved by Council at the April Meeting held on 11/4/22 to facilitate the building of a new school and in particular the provision that was made in the terms of the disposal that the Esker Community Initiative be accommodated to the largest possible extent in the new facilities. Does the Council have any up to date information of the status of the lands, the proposed building of a school and whether the Esker Initiative which was a coalition of different local community groups is still in place? Are there any circumstances in which the land would revert to the Council.

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

That this Council requests the Chief Executive to examine complementary town and village support measures, including initiatives similar to the ‘Love Sligo’ local business card scheme, and to consider whether such approaches could be advanced through the Economic, Enterprise and Tourism SPC and the relevant Area Committee.

That this Area Committee calls on the Chief Executive to prioritise the acquisition and formalisation into public ownership of the old graveyard at Lucan Village (Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary), and to provide a report outlining the legal and practical steps required, a timeline for acquisition, and any interim arrangements to regularise SDCC’s control of the site. This motion is further to a motion agreed in 2024 and subsequent engagement with the National Monuments Service, noting that the absence of formal ownership is limiting access to heritage and conservation funding. The Committee also calls on the Chief Executive to consider options for restoring managed public access to the graveyard via the Lucan House demesne

Cathaoirleach's Business 

To ask the Chief Executive whether Lucan Village could be considered for a 'smart town' pilot initiative, including digital visitor information, smart footfall monitoring, Wi-Fi analytics, or QR-enabled heritage and business promotion to support economic development. 

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

That this committee agree to write to the owners of the Retail Park at Liffey Valley to request that they install bike parking/racks at a suitable location either at the stores or at the Costa coffee shop.

That a letter is sent to the Land Development Agency requesting an update for the Area Committee on its cost rental developments in Adamstown and Clonburris and when it expects further phases to be open for application.

That this committee agree to write to the Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton to express our concern with the loss of a teacher in Gaelscoil Naomh Padraig in Lucan and in St Lorcan's in Palmerstown which means that classes will have to be combined, and request that the decision be reversed. In addition, we are calling for the Minister to change legislation and reduce the student-teacher ratio across the board.

That a meeting with the counterpart Area Committee in Fingal side that includes Laraghcon is requested to discuss issues of mutual concern including local traffic congestion and also areas that there could be collaboration on including environmental and heritage protection, and any other matters that councillors should decide in advance.

To ask the Chief Executive for an update in relation to representation Ref. 1922562 concerning reported dumping of grass cuttings in a public open space, and to outline the protocol for dealing with this type of dumping complaint.

To ask the manager how many fines have been issued for dogs off leashes in public parks in this LEA in the last 12 months and to identify the number of fines per park.

Can the Chief Executive confirm whether the limestone surfaces, steps and seating elements installed as part of the Lucan Village Green project have been treated with an appropriate protective sealant to minimise staining, weathering and surface marking? Given the susceptibility of limestone to marking and discolouration can the Chief Executive also outline the maintenance and cleansing programme that will apply to the Village Green, including the frequency of cleaning of the steps and other limestone features and whether a long-term maintenance plan was considered as part of the design and material selection process.

That this Council requests the Chief Executive to provide Councillors with an update on the proposed permeability projects relating to the Paddocks and Esker Embankment areas, noting that a considerable period of time has elapsed since any substantive update was provided. The update should include the current status of each project works completed to date any investigations or assessments undertaken any further works or actions proposed any issues affecting progress and details of engagement undertaken or proposed with residents, stakeholders and other relevant parties in relation to these projects.

To ask the CEO in relation to the Lucan Village Green and associated public realm could a speaker's corner for e.g. once a week, or once a month, and what would it require to be in place for a speaker's corner at this location, and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Safe School Zones Update

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

That the Chief Executive carry out an audit of bike parking facilities at shopping centres, supermarkets and neighbourhood centres in the Lucan, Palmerstown and North Clondalkin to identify gaps in facilities and present a report to the Area Committee.

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

Cathaoirleach's Business 

This committee calls on the Chief Executive to provide a report on flooding incidents in Lucan, including at Courtney's Corner, AGP, Esker Lane and Lucan Village, and to include areas recently reported, historically affected, and locations identified as persistently flooding during periods of heavy rainfall. The report should outline the areas the Council has identified as being at risk of flooding, detail the actions taken to date, and set out the plan for summer storm preparedness, including timelines, outstanding works, and measures to ensure mitigation solutions are in place and operational. The report should also set out the process currently in place to ensure flooding incidents reported by elected members and residents are escalated, monitored and responded to effectively.

Cathaoirleach's Business 

That this Committee calls on the Chief Executive to provide a detailed update on the River Liffey Fish Migration Barriers Project, including what actions are proposed to address the significant build-up of silt behind the weir in Lucan, the likely environmental impact on fish migration and river ecology, and the anticipated timeline for any inspection, dredging, remediation, or fish passage improvement works arising from the project.

To ask the Manager if they can clarify when the Water Station will be installed at the Dog Run in Collinstown Park.

Submitted by Cllr.Loftus

Can the Chief Executive advise when AGP1 is expected to reopen for use by the club and provide an update on any outstanding works or requirements that must be completed before it can return to operation?.

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence(No Business)

I put in a representation for a patch of grass to be cut in Buirg an Ri back on March 18th this year. Numerous emails have been sent since then but the grass area is now completely overgrown. The original request was to tidy up the area, cut the grass and plant some pollinator friendly hedging along the fence. This is still outstanding. Could the Manager confirm when this work will be carried out please?.

That this Committee calls on the Chief Executive to deliver a municipal all-weather, multi-use pitch facility within the Palmerstown/Fonthill LEA, supported by appropriate drainage, lighting and ancillary infrastructure, to ensure year-round access for local sports clubs, schools and community groups.

That this Area Committee requests the Chief Executive to revisit previous requests and management responses regarding the provision of a dedicated water tap/drinking point within the Griffeen dog park run and to examine the installation of such facilities having regard to the fact that similar water tap/drinking point facilities are provided within other dog parks across the County and that it would be appropriate for the Griffeen dog park to have the same level of amenity provision for users and their dogs.

To ask the Chief Executive for a report from the Library and Community Services Departments detailing the number and type of projects, programmes, initiatives and events delivered for teenagers and young people in the Adamstown area over the past five years broken down by year including: The number and nature of projects delivered each year Participation levels where available Any partnerships with schools, youth services or community organisations The number of young people engaged through, referred to, or connected with the Big Tree Youth Project Any trends in demand, participation or service provision identified over the five-year period.

Deputations for Noting (No Business)

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)

That this Council welcomes the full opening of Lucan Leisure Centre, including the gym and swimming pool facilities which are now experiencing very strong usage levels and reportedly have waiting lists in place. In light of the increasing demand on the existing car park this Council calls on the Chief Executive to examine parking arrangements at the facility including whether areas within the site could be redesigned to provide additional parking spaces and whether separate staff parking arrangements could be explored to maximise public parking availability.

New Works (No Business)

Correspondence (No Business)