Show Notes
Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Council is currently proposing a variation to the County Development Plan that would rezone Stepaside Golf Centre and Jamestown Pitch & Putt from recreational use to residential development. While Ireland is facing a housing crisis and the need for more homes is widely acknowledged, this episode explores why this particular proposal may not be the right solution. Councillor Pierce Dargan joins the podcast to explain how the proposal came about and why he believes there are better alternative sites available. The key argument is simple: instead of rezoning a thriving, privately owned family sports facility that provides significant community value, the Council could rezone derelict commercial sites in Sandyford and Cherrywood — land that is currently underutilised and whose owners are actively seeking to build housing. Stepaside Golf Centre is not just a driving range. It’s a long-standing family-run business, a vital local amenity, and a space that supports physical health, mental wellbeing, and community connection. The owners have even submitted plans to expand with additional indoor sports facilities. In an area that has already seen significant residential development in recent years — and where the Council itself has identified a shortage of amenities — many residents are questioning whether removing an existing recreational hub makes sense. The public consultation phase generated an unprecedented response, with hundreds of submissions — the majority relating directly to Stepaside and Jamestown. The next stage now lies with the Chief Executive’s report, after which councillors will vote on the proposed zoning changes. Councillor Dargan intends to table a motion to remove Stepaside from the residential land bank and replace it with alternative, more suitable commercial sites. What happens next? The Chief Executive’s report will be published in the coming weeks.
A formal motion will be brought before all 40 councillors.
A majority vote will determine whether the rezoning proceeds.
How can the public help? Email all councillors in Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown — not just local ward representatives.
Express support for protecting Stepaside Golf Centre and Jamestown Pitch & Putt.
Advocate for rezoning derelict commercial land instead.
Share information within local community groups to maintain awareness ahead of the council vote.
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