COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF CLONDALKIN, NEWCASTLE, RATHCOOLE, SAGGART AND BRITTAS AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

MOTION NO. 12

MOTION: Councillor E. Ó Broin

That this Area Committee agrees that the pedestrian gap between Lealand Walk and St Cuthbert's Meadows should be modified so as to accommodate both wheelie bins and pedestrians using walker frames that wish to pass through it. See attached photo of gap.

REPORT:

The existing pedestrian opening is very narrow in width.  The opening is approximately 600mm wide at some points.  The existing width is not compliant with the rules governing disability access and the NTA access control circular  (2022/AT01).

SDCC will follow up with the residents and members in relation to bringing some new pedestrian opening options forward for informal consultation.  If agreement can be reached with the residents on a preferred option that also complies with the NTA guidance document, SDCC will implement the works as early as possible in 2025.