Plans have been set out for a Pedestrian and Cycle Active Travel scheme in Tramore, County Waterford.

The scheme is proposed to take place along the Newtown Hill and Newtown Glen, and will include the narrowing of the existing carriageway and provision of new and upgraded pedestrian and cycle facilities.

The implementation of this scheme will create a safer route and environment for all road users with a strong emphasis on non-motorised road users and encourage a modal shift from private car use to more sustainable and active travel options, as part of our actions to reduce transport related carbon emissions.

The main elements of the proposed scheme are:

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• Reduction in carriageway width by the provision/improvement of footpaths and cycle lanes and shared surface to encourage reduction in speed and to reduce crossing distances at pedestrian crossings.

• Provision of adequate width footpaths throughout the scheme.

• Provision of an adequate cycle-pedestrian shared facility along L4054-0 Newtown road and L-8089-0 Newtown Woods road.

The works will include upgrade of existing footpaths, new footpath construction, new cycle lanes, public lighting, controlled pedestrian crossing points with raised table, build outs, new road markings, upgraded road signage, services diversions, new boundary treatments, accommodation works, and all ancillary works necessary for completion. In accordance with Section 250 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 as amended, the Council has carried out an appropriate assessment screening and has determined that an Appropriate Assessment is not required.

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development may be made in writing, to Ian Ludlow, Staff Officer, Active Travel, Waterford City & County Council, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford or by emailing [email protected] before 4pm on Tuesday 28 June, 2022. Submissions should be clearly marked with 'Submission Part 8 Newtown Hill' in the subject line.