Strategic Development Zones

Dublin Docklands SDZ

NAMA originally held an interest in 75% of the 22 hectares of developable land in Dublin Docklands Strategic Development Zone (SDZ). The Agency has been vital in driving and facilitating the development of the Docklands area which is a prime example of energy efficient compact sustainable urban development. The SDZ model is an exemplar of a plan led approach, and the delivery methodology developed by NAMA has been key to its implementation. When fully developed, these sites will provide over 4.2 million sq. ft. of commercial space and 2,183 residential units. NAMA has resolved all of its original interests in the Dublin Docklands SDZ.

Examples of completed projects in the Dublin Docklands

Poolbeg West SDZ

The Poolbeg West SDZ, located to the east of Dublin’s south docks, is one of the largest mixed-use development opportunities in Dublin City.

Over recent years, NAMA has worked with a range of stakeholders to progress necessary pre-development exercises, including the procurement of suitable investment partners (Ronan Group and Lioncor). NAMA received consideration of €200 from these parties for an 80% shareholding in the development. In June 2023, NAMA sold its 20% shareholding to the development consortium thus ending its involvement in the development.

When fully developed, the 37.2 acre former industrial site will provide over 3,800 new homes, of which 25% will be social and affordable, and comprise a mix of offices, retail, hotels, cultural and community facilities, leisure, restaurants, bars, and open-air public amenity space within walking distance of Dublin City Centre.