EMRA Unveils New Implementation Pathway to Support Vibrant 15-Minute Neighbourhoods in Dublin
The Executive of the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly (EMRA) has presented The 15-Minute City – An Implementation Pathway for Delivering Vibrant Urban Neighbourhoods in the Dublin Region to the Elected Members of the Assembly at its June meeting, held at City Hall in Dublin.
This practical new resource is designed to support the development of more liveable, connected and sustainable communities across the Dublin metropolitan area by guiding the implementation of the 15-minute city concept in a local and regional context.
The 15-minute city is based on a simple but transformative idea: that people should be able to access most of their daily needs—such as work, education, shops, parks and healthcare—within a 15-minute walk or cycle from their home. As Dublin continues to face complex challenges around housing, transport, and quality of life, this model offers a people-centred approach to planning that is increasingly reflected in national and regional policy.
15-Min City Pathway
The implementation pathway was developed by EMRA as the Action Leader for Action 2.1 of the Dublin Regional Enterprise Plan to 2025. It brings together national, regional, and local policy supports; showcases relevant good practice projects from across the region; and outlines funding streams that can be leveraged to deliver 15-minute neighbourhoods in practice.
Intended as a go-to resource for local authorities, planners, transport and housing agencies, enterprise bodies, business groups, and community organisations, the document supports more integrated, people-focused, and place-based development across the Dublin Region.
The full implementation pathway is now available to download here:
