Dublin's George's Dock is back on the agenda for Dublin City Councillors after plans for a white water rafting centre and a controversial public outdoor swimming pool failed to proceed.
A report will be presented to councillors which says the redevelopment of the old site remains on DCC’s capital programme for 2025-2027.
A budget of €500,000 has been included as alternatives are explored. In 2019, plans for a white water rafting centre were approved but the project was grounded due to insufficient funding.
In 2022 a feasibility plan was created for a water training facility and public outdoor pool, but these plans alsonever progressed.
The Local Area Committee report says its long-term use will be considered later this year
"A feasibility study on the options for use within the framework of the City's Sports Plan is envisaged to commence at the end of 2025. Strategic development plans for the city and the capital funding program to implement these plans must be taken into account in any long-term plan for George’s Dock.
"Under the City Development plan, which establishes its long-term use under planning, the Dock is zoned for water use.
"It will be necessary to strategically plan for the Dock's future while taking into account its historical significance, the Capital Program for 2027–2029, potential capital funding opportunities and long-term operational costs of any project, the City Sports Plan for 2024–2029, and other relevant policies."
George’s Dock was built in the 19th Century as part of a complex of warehouses and docks.
It gradually fell into disuse and in March 2016 it was transferred to the ownership of Dublin City Council.
