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The Rathmines Initiative was formed in 1998 as a group of individuals from different backgrounds seeking to enhance the quality of life in the diverse community in Rathmines by working in co-operation with statutory, voluntary, and commercial bodies and public representatives. The area of interest is Rathmines Road Lower and Upper, between Portobello Bridge and Dartry. The Rathmines Initiative is comprised of a Plenary Group that meets monthly, as supported by a number of working groups dedicated to specific areas of interest for the community.

/ Community Engagement
​/ Planning & Development
/ Heritage & Conservation
/ Enhancing Quality of Life

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Upcoming Events and Projects

April 2021 - Dublin City Council has released its draft master plan for the Gulistan Depot Site, and seeks to sell part of the lands to the HSE for the development of a Primary Care Centre. More details can be found on our Projects page.

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In the News

Irish Times (August 2020) A downsizer's garden that makes the most of a shady situation

The Journal (March 2020) ​Appeal lodged against plans for 97-unit shared co-living accommodation in Rathmines 

Irish Times (March 2020) Rathmines shared co-living plan put on hold after appeals lodged

Irish Independent (February 2020) ​Council overruled as shared living plan gets go-ahead

Dublin Inquirer (April 2018) In Rathmines, Councillors and Residents Want More Say in Future of Depot Site