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Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022–2028 – Written Statement
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- 5.4 Integrated Land use and Transport 5.4.1 Policy Objective T1: Integration of Land Use and Transport Policies It is a Policy Objective to actively support sustainable modes of transport and ensure that land use and zoning are aligned with the provision and development of high quality public transport systems. (Consistent with NSO 1, NPO 26 of the NPF, 64, RPO 4.40, 5.3, 8.1 and Guiding Principles on Integration of Land Use and Transport of the RSES) Fundamental to future land use planning in the County is the consolidation of development into the appropriate areas that can enable such development to be well served by sustainable modes of travel. This reflects National Strategic Outcome (NSO) 1 of the NPF which promotes compact growth. From a transport perspective, the most efficient settlement and land use patterns are those that locate the largest proportion of the population within walking and cycling distance of their work, schools, shops and other services. The need to consolidate and concentrate development in a manner that allows the effective provision of, and ready access to, public transport is a central and reoccurring theme throughout this Plan. It also delivers on the Avoid–Shift–Improve approach by reducing the need to travel. The Metropolitan Area Strategic Plan (MASP) as set out in the RSES identifies strategic residential and employment corridors (see Section 1.5.2.5). Two of these corridors are within DLR: the North-South Corridor along the DART line; and the Metrolink/ Luas Green Line Corridor. Capacity for growth will be supported by a new station at Woodbrook- Shanganagh and the westward expansion of Bray to Fassaroe and Old Conna linked to public transport improvements. Further growth will be supported at Sandyford, Ballyogan and Cherrywood by capacity enhancements to the Luas Green Line and improvements to the network. The Council recognises the fundamental link between mobility and land use so as to reduce reliance on car-based travel for daily journeys and to ensure more sustainable patterns of travel, transport and development. An essential element of this is the need to plan to integrate spatial planning policies with key mobility requirements, mainly through such mechanisms such as higher development densities and mixed-use development within walking and cycling distance of high quality public transport corridors. The Council will support the use of Area Based Transport Assessments (ABTAs) which integrate national and regional transport policies and objectives into local level land use plans and significant development areas in the preparation of Local Area Plans in the County. 5.4.2 Policy Objective T2: Local Transport Plans (Area Based Transport Assessments) It is a Policy Objective to prepare Local Transport Plans (Area Based Transport Assessments (ABTAs)) in tandem with the preparation of Local Area Plans (LAPs) and also prepare ABTAs for key strategic land banks within adopted LAPs, if required, subject to the availability of funding and in accordance with the NTA and TII Guidance Note on Area Based Transport Assessments 2018 or any subsequent updates thereof (Consistent with RPO 8.6). 5.4.3 Policy Objective T3: Delivery of Enabling Transport Infrastructure It is a Policy Objective to support the delivery of enabling transport infrastructure so as to allow development take place in accordance with the Core Strategy of this Plan and the settlement strategy of the RSES. (Consistent with RPO 4.40, 10.2, 10.3, 10.11, 10.16 of the RSES) In tandem with the build out of land for development as set out in the Core Strategy Leopardstown Road to Brewery Road permeability link 103Transport and MobilityChapter 5
- there will be an element of enabling transport infrastructure that will also be delivered. Such transport Infrastructure includes the Luas Green Line Enhancement Project, Luas Green Line Extension to Bray, BusConnects, the improvements set out in the ‘Bray and Environs Transport Study’ (2019) and other projects as set out in the 6 year Road Objectives, subject to detailed design having regard to environmental and appropriate assessment, public consultation, approval, finance and resources. Requirements will also take into account the finding of any Area Based Transport Assessment (ABTA) prepared as part of the Old Connaught Local Area Plan process. With regard to the expansion of Bray – Fassaroe, the Council will collaborate with Wicklow County Council, the NTA and the TII to facilitate the delivery of enabling transport infrastructure to facilitate this area including Old Connaught (consistent with RPO 4.40 of the RSES). The Bray and Environs Transport Study emphasises the need to reduce the overall demand for travel, prioritise pedestrians and cyclists including the implementation of the Greater Dublin Area Cycle Network Plan (and subsequent revisions), prioritise public transport increasing the frequency of Dart and bus services, support the Metrolink to Sandyford and Luas to Bray, protect the national road network facilitating demand management on the N11/M11 and minimise road construction. The Bray and Environs Transport Study sets out enabling Infrastructure as follows: M Woodbrook Dart Station. M Strategic Park and Ride. M Bus Connects/Core Bus Corridor. M Busway from Fassaroe to Old Connaught over the County Brook at Ballyman Glen (which also facilitates walking and cycling). M Support the delivery of a bus service from Sandyford via Rathmichael and Old Connaught to Bray Dart Station until the Luas Green Line extension to Bray is suitably advanced. M Facilitate the implementation of demand management measures on the N/M11 and M50. M Upgrade of the road system in Rathmichael and Old Connaught in order to facilitate the safe, convenient and reliable movement of public transport vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians – including: N Upgrade of Ferndale Road. N Development of a new link road from Ferndale Road to Dublin Road. N M50 Cherrywood Interchange to Rathmichael Link Road. N The inclusion of the preceding three proposals is dependent on further assessment as set out in; the ‘Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines for Planning Authorities’ in particular Section 2.7 and Section 5.8.3 Principles of Road Development, feasibility and environmental assessment of the NTA Transport Strategy for the GDA; and demonstration of their compatibility of with the strategic function of the national road network as set out in Sections 2.2 in the Bray and Environs Transport Study (2019). M Delivery of Metro to Sandyford and Luas Green Line extension to Bray. M N11/M11 upgrade. Dundrum Luas Bridge 104dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
- 5.5 Promoting Modal Change 5.5.1 Policy Objective T4: Development of Sustainable Travel and Transport It is a Policy Objective to promote, facilitate and cooperate with other transport agencies in securing the implementation of the transport strategy for the County and the wider Metropolitan Area as set out in Department of Transport’s ‘Smarter Travel A Sustainable Transport Future 2009 –2020’, and subsequent updates and the NTA’s ‘Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area 2016-2035’ and subsequent updates, the RSES and the MASP. (Consistent with NPOs 26, 64 of the NPF and RPOs 5.2, 5.3, 8.4, 8.7, 8.8 and 8.9 of the RSES) Sustainable travel is about the movement of people and goods in a manner that engenders quality of life and ease of access for all and seeks to encourage a modal shift in favour of public transport and other active modes. Key to the Avoid–Shift-Improve approach is the shift to more sustainable modes. The increase in active travel modes contributes to healthy lifestyles and is an essential response to climate change. The Department of Transport’s ‘Smarter Travel, A Sustainable Transport Future 2009-2020’ (and subsequent updates) and the NTA’s ‘Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area’ (and subsequent updates) set out an integrated and balanced sustainable transport strategy for the wider Dublin Region dealing with all sustainable travel modes (bus, rail, Luas, cycling and walking) and road transport as well as issues such as road safety, traffic management, accessibility, enforcement, social inclusion and guidance on complementary land use policies. The review of these two strategies has begun. The Council, acting primarily as facilitator rather than the direct provider of some sustainable transport networks, will have a significant role to play both in the development of an efficient transport system and in planning for the future transport needs of the County. In pursuing the objective of encouraging modal shift the Council will co-operate closely with other relevant agencies and stakeholders, including the NTA. Notwithstanding this the locus of control of the Planning Authority is via the overarching policy approach of the Plan which is centred on promoting the ten minute neighbourhood and compact climate resilient communities where people have the options to use public transport and the softer modes for everyday trips. The Council can also utilise demand management measures which includes car and cycle parking standards. In this regard the Plan has introduced a new carparking policy and associated standards (Policy Objective T18: Car Parking Standards and Section 12.4.5 Car parking Standards and Map T2) and also cycle parking requirements (12.4.6 Cycle Parking) to complement the existing Council Cycle Standards (‘Standards for Cycle Parking and Associated Cycle Parking Facilities for New Developments’, 2018). The cycle parking standards will be refined further during the lifetime of the Plan to align with the carparking zones. 5.5.2 Policy Objective T5: Public Transport Improvements It is a Policy Objective to expand attractive public transport alternatives to car transport as set out in ‘Smarter Travel, A Sustainable Transport Future’ and subsequent updates; the NTA’s ‘Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area 2016-2035’ and the NTAs ‘Integrated Implementation Plan 2019-2024’ and subsequent updates by optimising existing or proposed transport corridors, interchanges, developing new park and rides, taxi ranks and cycling network facilities at appropriate locations. (Consistent with NPO64 of the NPF, RPO 4.40, 5.2, 8.3 and 8.8 of the RSES) The ‘National Development Plan, 2018-2027’ sets out a number of future sustainable transport projects of relevance to DLR including the following: M The full Dublin Bus Connects programme to include the complete redesign of the bus network and network of ‘next generation’ bus corridors on the busiest routes. M The complete construction of Metro Link. This includes the line to Sandyford. M The delivery of priority elements of the DART Expansion programme. M A Park-and-Ride Programme including sites at Carrickmines and Woodbrook. M The appraisal, planning and design of the Luas Green Line network expansion to Bray. It is a Policy Objective to support the DART+ Programme which will provide a higher frequency, integrated rail connection into the city with enhanced interchange with other modes. It is a policy objective to ensure that such lands as are required for the development of planned public transport facilities (transport corridors) and interchanges are kept free from development. 105Transport and MobilityChapter 5
- 5.5.3 Policy Objective T6: Quality Bus Network/Bus Connects It is a Policy Objective to co-operate with the NTA and other relevant agencies to facilitate the implementation of the bus network measures as set out in the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Transport 2016-2035’ and ‘Integrated Implementation Plan 2019-2024’ and the BusConnects Programme, and to extend the bus network to other areas where appropriate subject to design, environmental assessment, public consultation, approval, finance and resources. (Consistent with RPO 8.9 of the RSES) The provision of a good quality bus infrastructure and associated services has the potential to provide the capacity needed to move large volumes of people who travel to work, education, shops and leisure facilities around the County and beyond each day. BusConnects Dublin is a programme of integrated projects being progressed by the National Transport Authority, which seeks to overhaul the current bus system in the Dublin area. It comprises several parallel strands of activity, including: M Core Bus Corridors (CBCs) Infrastructure Works, including new segregated cycling facilities. (Planning permission is to be sought in 2022 from An Bord Pleanála). M Bus Services Network Redesign. (Finalised plans published by the NTA in September 2020). Other elements of BusConnects include a new ticketing and cashless payment system, new bus stops and shelters and new bus livery with Low Emissions Vehicle technology. The Core Bus Corridors Infrastructure Works as proposed will include the following radial routes to and from the city centre: M The Bray to City Centre Core Bus Corridor which will run through Shankill and along the N11 M The Blackrock to Merrion Core Bus Corridor which will run along Temple Hill, Frascati Road and Rock Road M The UCD to Ballsbridge Core Bus Corridor which will run along the N11 and Nutley Lane. The BusConnects Network Redesign will see an increase in services, both spine routes (through the city centre) and orbital routes (not through the city centre) as well as improved frequencies to provide a greater number of services and connections to more places across the city. To facilitate these service enhancements, improvements to bus interchange facilities are proposed at Dundrum, UCD and Dún Laoghaire. It is noted that the NTA have to seek approval from An Bord Pleanála for each of the Core Bus Corridors. The main bus routes serving the County under the BusConnects Network Redesign will include: Cyclists on coastal mobility route 106dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
- Spine Routes (high frequency routes through the city centre): A2–Dundrum–Ballinteer–GrangeRoad–City Centre–DublinAirport A4–Dundrum–BartonRoad–Nutgrove–City Centre–SwordsManor B3–DúnLaoghaire–MonkstownRoad–RockRoad –CityCentre–Hollywoodrath B4–KillineyShoppingCentre–RochestownAvenue –AbbeyRoad–RockRoad–CityCentre– BlanchardstownShoppingCentre E1–Ballywaltrim–Bray–Shankill–N11–City Centre–Northwood E2–DúnLaoghaire–KillLane–N11–CityCentre– CharlestownShoppingCentre Orbital Routes (high frequency routes not through the city centre): S8–DúnLaoghaire–MonkstownRoad– NewtownparkAvenue–LeopardstownRoad– Sandyford–GrangeRoad–CityWest S6–Blackrock–MountMerrionAvenue–UCD– MountAnvilleRoad–Dundrum–Nutgrove– Tallaght S4–UCD–BirdAvenue–Rathgar–Terenure– LiffeyValley The BusConnects Network Redesign also includes a significant number of other city bound routes, peak hour routes and local routes. One of the most significant local routes includes the L25, which will connect the two Major Town Centres within the County as follows: L25 – Dún Laoghaire – Monkstown Avenue – Stillorgan Park – Stillorgan – Kilmacud Road Upper – Dundrum. It is an objective of the Council to assess the potential for bus priority measures at appropriate locations and to seek to implement such measures in order to support the provision of bus services planned under the BusConnects Network Redesign. 5.5.4 Policy Objective T7: Public Transport Interchanges It is a Policy Objective to facilitate the provision of quality public transport interchanges at strategic rail, Luas stations and Core Bus Corridors within the County in accordance with national and regional guidelines in order to facilitate focussed access to multiple public transport modes and to maximize the movement of people via sustainable modes. It is essential that public transport interchange facilities, both local and strategic, are integrated into the overall design, layout and development of key central areas as good quality on-street infrastructure may also have the potential to help improve the overall general public realm. In addition, as public transport demand increases so too does the amount of interchange between services. It follows that a larger number of users will benefit from the proposed improvements in these areas. Opportunities for bus and taxi passengers, cyclists and pedestrians to interchange with rail and Luas services at key stops and stations will greatly increase the opportunity to travel by rail to a wide variety of destinations. Table 5.1 below identifies the primary public transport interchanges to be developed. Table 5.1: PublicTransportInterchanges Location Public Transport Modes Dundrum Luas - Bus Dún Laoghaire Suburban Rail – Bus Blackrock Suburban Rail – Bus Cherrywood Luas – Bus Woodbrook Suburban Rail – Bus Sandyford Luas – Bus Cycle parking and cycle facilities provision at public transport interchanges shall be in accordance with the requirements in the Council’s ‘Standards for Cycle Parking and associated Cycling Facilities for New Developments’ (2018). 5.5.5 Policy Objective T8: Green Line Capacity Enhancement (GLCE) Project It is a Policy Objective to promote, facilitate and cooperate with other agencies in supporting the Luas Green Line Capacity Enhancement Project to cater for the demand for Luas trips in the County in the short and medium term. The Green Line Capacity Enhancement Project has been identified in the NTA’s ‘Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area 2016-2035’ and also the ‘National Development Plan 2018-2027’. As set out in the TII publication ‘Luas Green Line – Peak Hour Capacity Requirements South of Charlemont’ (2019), “TheprimaryobjectiveoftheGLCEproject istooptimisethepublictransportnetworkalong Dublin’ssoutheastcorridorandcaterforthefuture demandforservices,ensuringoptimaluseof existinginfrastructureinadvanceofothermajor publictransportinvestments”. 107Transport and MobilityChapter 5
- Figure 5.2: LuasGreenLineCapacityEnhancementProject(source:NTA) Phase 1 which provides for the following improvements to the Luas Green Line has been completed: M 40% overall increase in service capacity M Increase of 3,000 passengers per direction per hour (pdph) M Future proof line capacity into 2030’s M Purchase of 8 new trams M Increase length of the existing fleet (26 trams) to 55m long M Increased tram capacity M Increased service frequency Phase 2 which involves increasing frequency of service by operating thirty 55m trams per hour (in each direction) – one every two minutes, is at the project planning and design stage. This upgrade of the Luas Green Line to increase capacity in the peak hour would require both infrastructural improvements and acquisition of additional trams. The timeline and budget for this phase has not yet been announced by the TII/NTA. 5.5.6 Policy Objective T9: Luas Extension and MetroLink It is a Policy Objective to promote, facilitate and cooperate with other agencies in securing the extension of the Luas network in the County as set out in the NTA’s ‘Greater Dublin Area Transport Strategy 2016-2035’ and including any future upgrade to Metro. (Consistent with RPO 4.40 and 8.8 of the RSES) Included in the Greater Dublin Area Transport Strategy 2016-2035 are proposals to extend the Luas Green Line from Brides Glen to the Bray area (Luas Line B2), subject to the timing and scale of new development in this area and appraisal and economic assessment. The National Development Plan 2018-2027 outlines that it is intended to bring forward the appraisal, planning and design of the Green Line Luas network expansion to Bray. The Council will protect and safeguard the provisional alignment and surrounding lands, of Luas Line B2 as detailed on Map Nos. 10 and 14. The Council will maintain this proposed route free from development and any encroachment by inappropriate uses which could compromise the future development of this rail corridor for public transport facilities. The route of a proposed indicative Luas Spur from Old Connaught Avenue to Fassaroe, Bray as shown on Map 14 shall be further considered and informed by and in the context of the next Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area. 5.5.7 Policy Objective T10: Rail Stations/ Luas Stops It is a Policy Objective to co-operate with the NTA, Iarnród Éireann, TII and other relevant authorities to secure the improvement and further development of railway stations and Luas stops in the County. (Consistent with RPO 8.8 of the RSES) This will include the provision of a new railway station at Woodbrook and the upgrading of existing stations/stops, to rectify existing constraints and shortcomings in the network. The opening of the Racecourse Luas stop is an important policy of the Ballyogan and Environs Local Area Plan 2019-2025. Access routes to and through all rail stations and Luas stops shall be in accordance with best accessibility practice. Cycle parking and cycle facilities provision at rail stations and Luas stops shall be in accordance with the requirements in the Council’s ‘Standards for Cycle Parking and associated Cycling Facilities for New Developments’ (2018). The Accessibility Programme of Iarnród Éireann, which provides for the upgrade of rail stations in terms of accessibility is anticipated to deliver improvements for persons with reduced mobility in the rail network. 108dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
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- 5.6 Promoting Active Travel: Cycling and Walking 5.6.1 Policy Objective T11: Walking and Cycling It is a Policy Objective to secure the development of a high quality, fully connected and inclusive walking and cycling network across the County and the integration of walking, cycling and physical activity with placemaking including public realm permeability improvements. (Consistent with NPO 27 and 64 of the NPF and RPO 5.2 of the RSES) A key aim of Smarter Travel is to ensure that walking and cycling become the mode of choice for local trips. The encouragement of walking and cycling (active mobility): M is a climate change mitigation measure M is important for promoting healthy communities and reducing obesity M will aid in the evolution of the 10-minute neighbourhood concept. Routes are being retrofitted to all key destinations and public transport hubs in the County. This retrofitting includes permeability links, removal of barriers and placemaking improvements such as cycle parking, urban greening and street furniture. The improvements to permeability links will be designed to provide access for all and be informed by the user hierarchy in accordance with DMURS addressing pedestrian safety and measures to calm other traffic where necessary. The implementation of temporary mobility works has taken place in response to the Covid 19 Pandemic and includes a range of measures which support business activities in towns and villages by creating more external space. DLR are also rolling out a number of initiatives on active and smart mobility solutions, including promoting and facilitating safe walking and cycling connectivity to schools, third-level institutions and places of work, a residential safe and quiet streets initiative and installation of cycling infrastructure, as well as junction re-design. The design of the pedestrian and cycle networks shall be informed by the four core principles of DMURS which are connected networks, multifunctional streets, pedestrian focus and a multi-disciplinary approach. In terms of temporary mobility works the ‘DMURS Interim Advice Note – Covid-19 Pandemic Response’, 2020 is the relevant national advice. The Active School Travel initiative of the Council which began in 2019 is aimed at supporting and promoting alternative means for children to get to school in a safe and active way, in particular, walking and cycling. This initiative is being carried out in partnership with other stakeholders, including the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport, The National Transport Authority (NTA) and the An Taisce – Green Schools Travel programme. The Green Schools Travel Programme have developed ‘Safe to School – An Ideas Document for Safe Access to Schools’ for schools to consider implementing in order to allow for recommended physical distancing on arrival to school and to address front of school vehicle congestion. 1. PEDESTRIANS 2. CYCLISTS 3. PUBLIC TRANSPORT 4. PRIVATE MOTOR VEHICLES CONSIDER FIRST CONSIDER LAST Figure 5.3: User Hierarchy(Source: DMURS,2019) Blackrock Main Street - Coastal Mobility Route 110dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
- As part of the Development Management process, new development will be required to maximise permeability and connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists and where practicable, retrospective implementation of walking and cycling routes - to maximise permeability and connectivity - may also be required within existing neighbourhoods. (Refer also to Chapter 12 ‘Development Management, Sections, 12.3, 12.4 and 12.8). 5.6.2 Policy Objective T12: Footways and Pedestrian Routes It is a Policy Objective to maintain and expand the footway and pedestrian route network to provide for accessible, safe pedestrian routes within the County in accordance with best accessibility practice. (Consistent with NPO 27 and 64 of the NPF and RPO 5.3 of the RSES) The Council will seek to deliver the following in accordance with the requirements set out in the DMURS, for projects/works to be delivered by the Council and also in terms of the development management process: M Provide improved pedestrian links within town centres and to public transport nodes to and from residential areas. M Provide wider footpaths and improved footpath quality where pedestrian volumes are high. M Provide improved pedestrian facilities at traffic signal junctions. M Provide improved pedestrian links to and from all schools/colleges. When the opportunity arises and sufficient road width exists, the provision of footways on rural roads to provide for improved pedestrian access to and from villages/towns and public transport will be positively considered by the Council. For new developments in such areas, appropriate setbacks may be required or other measures to achieve this objective. The local character of the road will be a consideration in the design with sensitive boundary treatment and planting used to address any loss of amenity. Recreational pedestrian routes will also be encouraged and will be developed in accordance with the Green Infrastructure Strategy (refer to Appendix 14). 5.6.3 Policy Objective T13: County Cycle Network It is a Policy Objective to secure improvements to the County Cycle Network in accordance with the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Cycle Network Review whilst supporting the NTA on the development and implementation of the Greater Dublin Area Cycle Network Plan 2013 and subsequent revisions, subject to environmental assessment and route feasibility. (Consistent with RPO 5.2, 5.3 of the RSES). In 2012, a County Cycle Network was developed following a comprehensive evidence-based review that assessed all cycling routes in the County in terms of quality of service. The Cycle Network, with an associated Cycle Network Map, provides a priority listing for the development of Primary and Secondary Cycle Routes in the County. The delivery of this Network is ongoing. Cycling infrastructure improvement schemes are at various stages of design and fast-tracking of some elements of the programme as a response to the Covid-19 Pandemic has taken place. Junction improvements are also being carried out to improve safety. Walking and cycling infrastructure is a key component of the design and implementation of the 6 Year road proposals/projects. The design of individual roads and the level of segregation of cycle lanes/paths is done on a case-by-case basis in accordance with Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (2019) and the ‘National Cycle Manual’ (2011). The Core Corridors of the BusConnects programme will provide high quality cycling facilities, segregated from the bus lanes and general traffic lanes as far as is practicable. This will enhance safety for cyclists and provide a network of key cycling routes. All new development, and changes of use, must demonstrate how they can provide improved linkages to-and-from the County Cycle Network. New cycle tracks or cycle lanes, or upgrades to cycle routes, shall be designed in accordance with the ‘National Cycle Manual’ (2011) and subsequent revisions. Recreational car-free cycle routes, cycle routes to schools and Greenways will also be developed - in accordance with the Green Infrastructure Strategy (refer to Appendix 14) - to promote cycling within the County and such routes will be encouraged as part of larger developments. With specific reference to the County’s M11/M50 - the two motorway corridors - which undoubtedly create barriers to cycle/pedestrian movements - provision of shared cycle/pedestrian footbridges at key locations will be encouraged to foster increased permeability and mitigate issues of severance and potential traffic hazard. Proposed bridge locations on the motorway network are set out in Table 5.2 below. The Council supports the continuing development of the Dodder Greenway (Grand Canal to Bohernabreena). 111Transport and MobilityChapter 5
- Table 5.2: Pedestrian/CycleFootbridgesover M50/M11 Location Ticknock Drive to Ballinteer Road. Bearna Way to Moreen. Sandyford pedestrian and cycle bridge, linking Kilgobbin Road to the Drummartin Link Road on the west side of M50 Junction 13. Murphystown Road to Leopardstown (as part of, or separate to, Murphystown Link Road). HRI bridge from Ballyogan to South County Business Park/HRI lands. M50 Carrickmines Junction (east to west). In the vicinity of Allies River Road. Love Lane Bridge 5.6.4 Policy Objective T14: Coastal Cycling Infrastructure Objective It is a Policy Objective of the Council to promote the development of the Sutton to Sandycove Promenade and Cycleway, as a component part of the National East Coast Trail Cycle Route and also the Dublin Bay Trail from the boundary with Dublin City to Wicklow County. This coastal route will be subject to a feasibility study, including an assessment of the route options. Any development proposals shall be subject to Ecological Impact Assessment (where SEA and EIA is being undertaken, the assessments would consider and integrate ecological impacts and a separate, stand alone Ecological Impact Assessment would not be required) and Appropriate Assessment Screening to ensure the protection and preservation of all designated SACs, SPAs and pNHAs in Dublin Bay and the surrounding area. Any proposals will be progressed in conjunction with adjoining Local Authorities and in co-operation with other agencies, including the NTA. 5.6.5 Policy Objective T15: Bike Rental Schemes It is a Policy Objective to support the provision of bike rental (pedal, e-bike, and other powered personal vehicles) across the County. Short term bike rental or sharing schemes are a means of cycling without using your own vehicle. There are very successful schemes already well developed in Dublin City and many UK and European cities with schemes already available in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. In more recent times public electric bike schemes are becoming more common. The primary aim of providing bike rental schemes for Metropolitan towns outside Dublin City Centre is to: M Improve accessibility for those travelling to, from and within these towns by increasing the bicycle mode share. M To improve the bicycle mode share, especially for short trips (pedal bikes) with a longer distance achievable for e-bikes. M Reduce car use and congestion and subsequently provide more liveable towns through the provision of a healthier mode of transport. The Council recognises the desirability of facilitating where practicable the integration of bike rental schemes in the County with bike rental schemes in other neighbouring local authority areas, in order to encourage cycling tourism from Dublin City and other neighbouring towns and local authority areas into the County. Moby bike, Blackrock Main Street 112dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
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