Blarney Village Pedestrian and Cycling Infrastructure Scheme

Works Extent

The study area includes Blarney Village and its surrounding areas extending:

• Northwards towards Waterloo between Station Road and Waterloo Road (east and west of River Martin);
• Eastwards towards Blarney Business Park;
• Southwards towards Blarney playground.

The scheme will connect with:

• The new Riverside Park adjacent the Martin River;
• Blarney Business Park;
• Adjacent residential areas, local schools and shops.

Objectives

• Enhanced connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists;
• Provision of sustainable alternative routes for commuters, school and leisure users;
• Creation of an environment that will encourage the uptake of sustainable forms of transport;
• Reduction in traffic volumes on the local road network;
• Improved quality of life for residents and businesses in the area.

Timeline

Start: Consultants appointed in Q1 2022 to bring the scheme to Part 8 stage.

Finish: Part 8 Consultation to be undertaken in 2024.

Section 38 Approved for Blarney Business Park Linkage with Detailed Design to commence in 2024.

For further information please contact Shane Mackley, A/Senior Executive Engineer at email shane_mackey@corkcity.ie

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