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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF DEVELOPMENT PLAN MEETING

Thursday, February 04, 2016

MOTION NO. 148

MOTION: Councillor G. O'Connell

Motion: Cllr G. O’Connell, Cllr P. Gogarty, Cllr L. O’Toole

That, notwithstanding the comments of the DEC&LG Ref 0183, The NRA and TII, and given the need to divert traffic, that is destined for the National Route eventually, away from pedestrians and cyclists, the objective as set out in Table 6.5 Six Year Plan and Table 6.6 Medium to Long Term Plan to provide an exit from Tandy’s Lane onto the N4 shall remain part of the 2016 – 2022 Development Plan.

REPORT:

Concerns in relation to the inclusion of this junction proposals under the remit of national agencies are detailed in response to Item 47886.

With regard to safety, it is unclear how the reopening of Tandy’s Lane would benefit cyclists and pedestrians.  Tandy’s Lane is a narrow street with narrow footways and no cycle facilities.  At present the street provides access from the R835 to a number of small residential estates (Ardeen and Ardeevin).  Reopening this junction will attracted a significant number of additional trips into this residential area and will have a negative impact on the safety and amenities of the residents of Tandy’s Lane and adjoining estates.

Recommendation

It is recommended that this motion is not adopted.