Builder P Elliott and Company has lodged a 10-year planning application for an €85m development in Stepaside, Co Dublin.

The application, which is currently being considered by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, includes proposals for the construction of 422 residential units including a mix of two-, three- and four-bed semi-detached houses and 220 apartments spread over 11 blocks ranging from three to five storeys in height. A former farmhouse called Dun Gaoithe will be demolished to make way for the new development.

Provision is also made for the construction of a neighbourhood shopping centre totally 6,405 square metres including a convenience retailer and a further 11 retail units; a pub; sports hall; restaurants; a crèche and a community club unit. In addition the plan includes provision for 810 parking spaces including a basement car park but with the majority located at surface level.