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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF LUCAN / PALMERSTOWN / NORTH CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

MOTION NO.16

MOTION: Councillor P. Gogarty

That the Chief Executive provides further clarity on additional measures to be provided in the Lucan village works, following the regrettable cutting down of trees not earmarked for this, commits to additional safety measures being put in place to prevent young children running out onto the busy road adjacent, or scooters entering at speed, and also ensures that all the stonework is retained and any removal for relocation of this historical masonry does not cause the adjacent road and path areas to subside, as it likely acts as a foundation framework; and if a statement can be made on the matter.

REPORT:

During the Lucan Public Realm works it was identified that in addition to the trees to be removed that two additional trees would require removal as previously outlined. Replacement trees will now be provided in their place.  The Replacement trees will be suitable and mature trees.

The Lucan Public Realm works are designed in accordance with current design requirements and guidance. This includes road safety and structural design documents and in due course, the project will be subject to independent safety audits as the works are completed and when as the various elements of the projects in Lucan come into use.

It is also worth noting that the Contactor has been requested to place off site, in safe location, any stonework that can be reused.