A company part-owned by U2’s lead singer Bono has been accused of trying to create a new ‘Temple Bar’ in the centre of Dalkey.
The criticism follows the company’s controversial plans to redevelop a former tram terminus in the south Dublin village. Local residents, as well as Dalkey Community Council, have lodged an appeal against the recent decision of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council to approve the redevelopment of The Tramyard on Castle Street in Dalkey by development firm Clós Nua.
However, the company, which is one-third-owned by Killiney based Bono, is also appealing the ruling to An Bord Pleanála as it was required to scale back its plans.
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