In progressing its plans and proposals, the LDA promotes a proactive and inclusive approach to community and stakeholder engagement, starting from the earliest stages in the planning and design process, through to construction and eventual occupation of a housing scheme. The LDA supports proportionate engagement processes, aiming to provide opportunities to hear the views of communities at key stages. The LDA believes that adopting this ethos will support improved design and planning outcomes, and ultimately the delivery of sustainable, inclusive developments that are well integrated with existing communities.
The views of stakeholders vary and are diverse – the LDA is committed to finding resolutions that balance common concerns and reflect the wider public interest in a manner consistent with the goal to build sustainable, affordable / cost rental housing developments. The Agency adopts a tailored, project specific approach to each community and stakeholder engagement process it undertakes. The scale, scope and methods applied to undertake nonstatutory engagement varies according to specific requirements and conditions.
Community Stakeholder and Engagement Strategy
This document, ‘Community & Stakeholder Engagement Strategy: A Public Guide’ is intended to demonstrate the LDA ethos and commitment to developing communities and placemaking. It sets out the purpose, role, and function of the LDA and provides information to the public on when and how they can engage with the Agency on its projects.
The Housing or Community Project Award recognises residential developments that combine diverse tenures, mixed use and high-quality design with climate action and sustainable travel. Bluebell Waterways, a partnership between the Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council, delivers on all these goals. The scheme will provide 383 A-rated homes — 150 social and 233 cost rental — alongside community spaces, a creche, allotments and a biodiversity-led greenway. Its design integrates the area’s industrial heritage, with 19th-century filter beds incorporated into the landscape.
A defining feature of Bluebell Waterways is the scale of stakeholder and community engagement, led by Stakeholder and Public Engagement Manager Declan Hayden, and Development Manager Shauna Callaghan which set the tone for its design and delivery. Over 40 engagement sessions reached more than 6,500 people, including local residents, schools, the Men’s Shed, allotment holders and community organisations.
This early and inclusive process ensured that statutory planning requirements were balanced with local needs and aspirations. Strong connections with the existing community are reinforced through a phased delivery strategy that prioritises community facilities, enabling a smooth transition for current residents. The project exemplifies regeneration led by placemaking, sustainability and social inclusion.
The Clongriffin Community celebrated the switching on of the Christmas Tree Lights at Station Square. Organised by The Land Development Agency and construction partner Walls Construction Limited, residents enjoyed music, hot drinks and festive treats during this community gathering.
Construction of Clongriffin Central Phase 1 began in March 2025. This phase will provide 408 new apartments, a new creche, a public park and dedicated cultural spaces as part of the wider State-led housing development in north Dublin.
Phase 2 planning application for Clongriffin Central, North Dublin, with the public consultation period now underway. The consultation sets out proposals for 700 new affordable homes, enhanced green space and town centre improvements, and invites feedback from the community. For more information see our project page.
