The NTA said 'the tie-in details between the proposed works and existing infrastructure were not correct, which resulted in lost time and additional cost while they were resolved'. Photograph: Bryan O’BrienElements of the design process could have been improved on the controversial steps and ramp project at a South Dublin park that ended up costing more than €700,000, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has said. Before the scheme commencing construction, an updated cost estimate was submitted by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, identifying the construction cost at €321,000,” it explained. “Funding increases were sought from the NTA to allow for the additional cost. The NTA also said that construction workers had to be stood down temporarily while issues with design were being resolved.

Source: The Irish Times February 11, 2026 14:01 UTC