COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF CLONDALKIN, NEWCASTLE, RATHCOOLE, SAGGART AND BRITTAS AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

MOTION NO. 15

MOTION: Councillor W. Carey

That this Area Committee agree that the Council housing and architects' sections should conduct site visits to no's (Addresses supplied) to discuss and agree appropriate final boundary treatments between the existing homes and the new Council homes in Canal Bank.

REPORT:

Since construction commenced in November 2023, the council’s senior architect and the on-site contractor project manager have been in regular contact with homeowners whose properties are closest to the new development at Canal Bank, Dublin 22. Staff from the Housing and Architects’ departments have also undertaken several site visits, meeting directly with residents and responding to many calls to discuss concerns in detail.

As a result of this extensive engagement, a number of design changes have been incorporated into the scheme to enhance privacy. For the residents most directly affected, agreement has been reached on specific boundary treatments. Some of these measures have already been completed, with the remainder scheduled for delivery as part of the ongoing build programme.Other potential measures were also explored with residents, including the option of hedging along certain boundary walls. While this was ultimately declined due to maintenance concerns, it was proposed in good faith as part of efforts to address residents’ concerns.

It is important to note that the final boundary fencing and remaining landscaping works within the Canal Bank development will significantly improve the current outlook from existing homes. While the temporary construction phase may create an impression of proximity or exposure, the completed scheme will provide a more finished and enclosed environment, with enhanced privacy and visual separation between new and existing properties.

The Council recognises that developments of this nature inevitably bring some disruption to neighbouring residents. However, every reasonable step has been taken to mitigate these impacts and to respond constructively to issues raised. The Housing and Architects’ departments will continue to engage with affected homeowners and, if required, will carry out further site visits to discuss and agree final boundary treatments.