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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE

Monday, March 25, 2024

MOTION NO. 6

MOTION: Councillor K. Mahon

That the manager examine existing road markings at the roundabout outside Tallaght University Dublin on the Belgard Rd and ensure that all steps are taken, in advance of more significant works, to ensure cyclist safety is prioritised. Road markings for the bicycle only lane, and the transition to shared bicycle and traffic lane are currently very unclear, indistinguishable in colour from the general road and likely adding to the dangers of on- road cycling paths. Regards Cllr Kieran Mahon

REPORT:

SDCC Active team are preparing for the publication of the consultation on the first phase of the Tallaght to Clondalkin cycle scheme. A headed Item on this scheme was presented to the Members at the January Tallaght ACM.

The proposed works include providing segregated cycle facilities along the Belgard Road in the location described in the Motion.

The road markings at the roundabout Tallaght University Dublin on the Belgard Road, were partially removed during the construction of the Tallaght district heating works, which involved excavating a trench in the road to lay the pipework. The road markings and cycle colouring have not been reinstated fully in this location. SDCC Active Travel ha requested that the markings be restored as soon as possible.