Real voices. Real issues. Real change.
Dublin Real is an independent, citizen-led platform for practical civic reform. Founded by Ian Croft, we turn lived experience into clear proposals, informed discussion and constructive engagement with decision-makers. Explore our OMC reform campaign and our developing housing initiative, Housing Quest.
Fairer management. Stronger communities.
Our OMC reform campaign proposes three practical safeguards: independent oversight of owners’ management companies, protection for people who raise concerns in good faith, and accessible training for volunteer directors. We invite Ministers, TDs, Senators, residents and sector professionals to help develop workable reform. Housing Quest continues alongside this work as our long-term housing initiative.
How to get involved
Learn and share
Understand the issues, hear different perspectives and help credible local ideas reach more people.
Explore Housing Quest
See the proposed 10-home pilot and the practical model we want to test before attempting to scale.
Partner with us
We want to hear from suitable landowners, ethical funders, qualified professionals and community organisations.
Follow the progress
Follow the journey honestly—from early research and partnerships through to the obstacles, decisions and measurable results.
Why Dublin Real exists
Dublin Real began with a simple belief: people deserve honest information, genuine public participation and projects that turn concern into constructive action. We are independent, Dublin-based and committed to evidence, fairness and transparency.
What we stand for
Dublin Real is built around three principles that guide both our public content and the projects we choose to support.
We separate evidence from rumour, acknowledge uncertainty and correct mistakes openly.
Truth before clicks
People should be able to question decisions, understand trade-offs and contribute without being dismissed.
Participation over performance
We judge ideas by whether they can be responsibly tested and produce measurable public benefit.
Solutions over slogans
Contact Dublin Real
Based in Dublin
Dublin 9, Ireland