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The Dublin Chamber of Commerce wants the capital to become a “15-minute city” as part of an ambitious new urban vision.
The business group says that instead of designated offices, residential and commercial areas, residents could work, shop and have leisure facilities within minutes of their home.
The organization says that through renewed planning, the model would reduce car use and congestion and make Dublin a more livable city.
It says there should be a variety of housing options and access to safe cycling routes, local public transportation, local health facilities, parks, and shops.
The camera highlights the success of the ‘hyper-proximity’ approach in other cities such as Melbourne, Barcelona and Paris.
The Chamber says the recent shutdown highlighted the importance of urban planning that focuses on creating livable and walkable communities in which people can live and access most of their daily needs in a 15-minute walk or bike. .
Director of Public and International Affairs Aebhric McGibney said: “Reducing congestion and pollution, improving public spaces, thriving local economies and efficient public transport would enhance Dublin’s reputation and international competitiveness.”
Compared to this time last year, commerce has plummeted to 60 percent as international tourists stay away and office workers continue to live at home, according to a survey by Dublin City Council.
Decreased tread
Numbers vary, with parts of the north side returning to normal, while Baggot St in the southern city is only 20 percent of what it should be.
The City Council has provided tables and chairs with extended walkways outside of downtown restaurants and cafes to encourage activity and also tested the pedestrianization of various streets in the Grafton St area for four weekends.
Graeme McQueen, a spokesman for the Dublin Chamber, added that businesses need all the help they can get.
“Businesses in the city center really need the help. The numbers are still low compared to where they would have been before Covid.”
“The big challenge is particularly during the week. The middle of the week is very, very quiet between Monday and Thursday. This allows people to have the confidence to go back to the city center.
“Getting families back in, getting people back to shopping, that will help businesses, save jobs and livelihoods.”
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