Non-statutory public consultation will commence on the proposed Urban Design Vision for the Murrough Lands on Friday 23 October.
The plan outlines an ambitious strategic framework to transform 34 hectares of land in the east of the city into sustainable, well-connected neighbourhoods – with up to 2,500 new homes, a new rail station, flood defences, play facilities, open green spaces and community hubs.
Feedback is invited through a ‘drop in’ event in ATU on 5 November, or online through the online consultation portal, see https://Consult.GalwayCity.ie/en/Browse.
The public consultation will close at 5pm on Monday 23 November.
Strategic Details of the Murrough Lands Vision
The proposed Urban Design Vision introduces a comprehensive masterplan designed to establish a vibrant, transport-orientated coastal community. Key features of the proposal include:
- Significant Housing Delivery: The framework maps out the long-term potential to accommodate up to 2,500 new homes, significantly boosting the city’s residential capacity.
- Transport-Orientated Infrastructure: The vision integrates sustainable active travel and public transit links, incorporating a proposed new rail station, the routing of the Galway-Dublin Greenway, and an expanded network of dedicated cycleways and footpaths.
- Coastal Protection and Flood Defence: Given the ecologically sensitive coastal environment, the plan prioritises climate resilience by planning for a new linear coastal amenity and integrated flood defence framework.
- Public Amenities and Open Spaces: A substantial portion of the landbank will be reserved for public recreation, aiming to deliver critical neighbourhood amenities like structured play facilities, open green spaces, and community hubs.
'Meet the Design Team' Drop-In Event
To facilitate public engagement, a dedicated drop-in event will take place on Thursday 5 November in ATU. Members of the local community, stakeholders, and interested parties are invited to view the Draft Urban Design Vision, meet the project design team, and provide direct feedback.
- Date: Thursday, 5 November 2026
- Times: Afternoon session: 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Evening session: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Venue: Café Foyer, Atlantic Technological University, Old Dublin Road, Galway, H91 T8NW
Public Consultation Window
The public consultation process will officially open on Friday, 23 October 2026 and will close at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, 23 November 2026.
All consultation documents are available to view directly on the Galway City Council Online Consultation Portal, at https://Consult.GalwayCity.ie/en/Browse
How to Make a Submission
Galway City Council welcomes all observations and submissions regarding the proposed vision. Submissions must be made through one of the following channels:
- Electronically: Via the Galway City Council Online Consultation Portal, see https://Consult.GalwayCity.ie/en/Browse
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By post to Senior Planner, Planning Department, City Hall, College Road, Galway, H91X4K8
Deadline: All submissions and observations must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, 23 November 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
This initiative is being undertaken in accordance with Policy Objective 10.6.1 of the Galway City Development Plan 2023–2029 (as varied). The Draft Urban Design Vision has been prepared by Reddy Architecture and Urbanism.