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Dublin Today
By the People, for the People
Dublin City Council Acquires Former DIT Site for €581M
The purchase will allow the city to build a new council headquarters and apartment complex.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:05pm
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A symbolic representation of Dublin City Council's ambitious redevelopment plans for the former DIT campus.Dublin TodayDublin City Council has completed the €581 million purchase of the former Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT) site on Kevin Street. The council plans to use the property to construct a new city council headquarters as well as an apartment complex.
Why it matters
This acquisition represents a significant investment by the city in its infrastructure and housing stock. The new council headquarters will consolidate municipal operations, while the residential units will help address Dublin's ongoing housing shortage.
The details
The €581 million purchase price includes the cost of the site itself as well as associated professional fees for the transaction. Dublin City Council hopes the new development will serve as a hub for city government as well as provide much-needed housing for residents.
- The purchase was finalized on April 13, 2026.
The players
Dublin City Council
The local government authority responsible for the administration and development of Dublin, Ireland.
Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT)
The former owner of the Kevin Street property that has now been acquired by Dublin City Council.
What’s next
Dublin City Council will now begin the process of planning and constructing the new headquarters and apartment complex on the former DIT site.
The takeaway
This major real estate acquisition demonstrates Dublin City Council's commitment to investing in the city's infrastructure and housing supply, which will have long-term benefits for the local community.
