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Planning in Dublin

Only 7 decisions near Dublin in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dublin in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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About Dublin

Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland, located on Dublin Bay at the River Liffey's mouth. Nestled in the province of Leinster and bordered by the scenic Dublin Mountains, the city is the most populous on the island, with a city council area population of 592,713 as of the 2022 census. When including suburbs, the population reaches approximately 1.26 million, contributing to a wider County Dublin population of around 1.5 million. Researchers looking into planning applications will find a vibrant urban centre with diverse metropolitan definitions and significant development potential.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dublin area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Dublin a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dublin planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Dublin, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Dublin.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dublin?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Dublin.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dublin?
The most common type of planning application near Dublin is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dublin?
You can search and track planning applications near Dublin on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.