Route 4 Ballysimon, Castletroy and Newtown Proposed

Route 4 Ballysimon, Castletroy and Newtown

Proposed Improvements

Part 8 Planning Report

August 2014

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Table of Contents

1 Application Documentation ....................................................... 1 1.1 Application Form ........................................................................................................ 1 1.2 Copy of Newspaper Notice ......................................................................................... 6 1.3 Copy of Site Notice ..................................................................................................... 9 1.4 Site Location Plans ................................................................................................... 11 1.5 Site Notice Locations ................................................................................................ 12

2 Project Introduction ................................................................. 13 2.1 Background: Ireland's Smarter Travel Demonstration City (2012 - 2016).................. 13 2.2 Design Vision ........................................................................................................... 14 2.3 Project Description ................................................................................................... 15

3 Planning Context ...................................................................... 17 3.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 17 3.2 National Policy.......................................................................................................... 17 3.3 Regional Policy......................................................................................................... 17 3.4 Local Policy .............................................................................................................. 18

4 Environmental Impact .............................................................. 20 4.1 Appropriate Assessment Screening .......................................................................... 20 4.2 Synopsis of Findings ................................................................................................ 20

5 Proposed Development ........................................................... 21 5.1 Design Scheme ........................................................................................................ 21 5.2 Section 1 - Ballysimon .............................................................................................. 21 5.3 Section 2 - Castletroy & Newtown ............................................................................ 24 5.4 Relevant Correspondence ........................................................................................ 28 List of Figures Figure 1 Overall Site Location Map ................................................................................. 11

Figure 2 Proposed Works Extents – Ballysimon, Castletroy, Newtown ............................ 11

Figure 3 Site Notice Locations ......................................................................................... 12

Figure 4 Four Limerick Smarter Travel Hubs ................................................................... 13

Figure 5 LST Completed and Proposed Works .................................................................. 14 Figure 6 Old Tipperary Road (L1171) .............................................................................. 21

Figure 7 Garryglass Link Road (L5124) ........................................................................... 23

Figure 8 L1165, L1114 and L1115 Roads ...................................................................... 25

Figure 9 Junction Locations ............................................................................................ 25

List of Tables Table 1 Castletroy Superhub; Castletroy and University of Limerick .............................. 15

Table 2 Limerick County Development Plan Policy Objectives ...................................... 18

Table 3 Local Area Plan Policy Objectives .................................................................... 19

Table 4 Old Tipperary Road (L1171) Proposed Works .................................................. 22

Table 5 Garryglass Link Road (L5124) Proposed Works ............................................... 24

Table 6 Castletroy and Newtown Proposed Works ........................................................ 26



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Appendices Appendix A Appropriate Assessment Screening Report ................................................ 29

Appendix B Correspondence ......................................................................................... 37



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1 APPLICATION DOCUMENTATION

1.1 Application Form



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Limerick City & County Council

Economic Development & Planning Department

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSED BY, ON BEHALF OF OR IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PLANNING AUTHORITY APPLICATION FORM

Part XI Planning & Development Acts, 2000-2013 Part 8 Planning & Development Regulations, 2001-2013

ADMINISTRATIVE USE ONLY:

DATE RECEIVED:

REFERENCE NO:

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Administrative Officer

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All APPLICATIONS SHALL BE SENT TO:

Economic Development & Planning Department, Limerick City & County Council, 7/8 Patrick Street, Limerick.

Telephone: 061-407210 Fax: 061-410401 E-mail: [email protected]

PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM IN FULL. INCOMPLETE SECTIONS MAY LEAD TO A DELAY IN PROCESSING YOUR APPLICATION.

1. LOCATION OF PROPOSAL: Ballysimon, Castletroy, Newtown 2. NATURE & EXTENT OF DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL: Ballysimon (Old Tipperary Road (L1171) and Garryglass Link Road (L5124))

• Road Width - Provision of a 6.0 m wide carriageway from the R527 Ballysimon Road/ L1171 junction to the Golf Links Road/ L1171 junction, and along the full length of L5124;

• Footpath Improvements - Provision of a 2.0 metre wide footpath on sections of the L1171 and provision of a 2.0 metre wide footpath to both sides of the L5124;

• Cycle Lanes - Provision of a 2.0 metre wide cycle lane to both sides of the L1171 and the L5124; • Pedestrian and Cyclist Crossings - Provision of two Toucan Crossings at the R527 Ballysimon Road /

L1171 junction, immediately northeast of the R527 Ballysimon Road /L1171 junction (on the R527 Ballysimon Road). Provision of one uncontrolled pedestrian crossing point on the L1171 and two uncontrolled crossing points on the L5124;

• Raised Entry Treatments - Provision of raised entry treatments at three existing priority controlled access junctions along the L5124;

• Public Lighting and Ancillary Infrastructure along the extent of the works on the L1171 and the L5124, as required.

Castletroy and Newtown (Kilmurry Link Road, Castletroy College Road and Old Schoolhouse Road) • Junction Improvements – Provision of a raised table, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of

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footpaths and cycle paths as required at 16 priority controlled T junctions along the extents of the works; • Roundabout Improvements – Provision of a redesigned roundabout junction to conform to 'cycle friendly'

roundabout design at Kilmurry Roundabout and the R445 Annacotty Roundabout junctions; • Bus/ Cycle Interchange – Provision of two bus/cycle interchanges located at the existing bus stops at the

Newtown Shopping Centre and the Kilmurry Lodge Hotel; • Ancillary Infrastructure – as required.

3. IN THE CASE OF APPLICATIONS FOR A MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE OR FOR RETENTION OF SUCH MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE PLEASE STATE:

(A) EXISTING USE: n/a

(B) PROPOSED USE: n/a

(C) NATURE & EXTENT OF ANY SUCH PROPOSED USE: n/a 4. NUMBER OF RESIDENTIAL UNITS PROPOSED (IF APPLICABLE): n/a 5. NUMBER OF HOUSES: n/a AND/OR APARTMENTS): n/a 6. AREA OF THE SITE: HECTARES): n/a ACRES): n/a (1 Hectare = 2.471 Acres)

LEGAL INTEREST 7. LEGAL INTEREST OF APPLICANT IN THE SITE OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: OWNER: The majority of Route 4 is in the ownership of Limerick City and County Council, however to undertake the works for a bus interchange at Newtown Shopping Centre some land take will be required. This has been agreed with National Asset Management Agency (NAMA) who are now in ownership of the site. (Letter of Agreement inclosed) OR OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY): National Asset Management Agency (NAMA), c/o Grant Thornton, Mill House, Henry Street, Limerick If the applicant is not the owner, state name & address of owner & include documentary evidence of consent of the owner to make the application.

PUBLIC NOTICES 8. NAME OF NEWSPAPER IN WHICH PUBLIC NOTICE WAS PUBLISHED: Limerick Leader 9. DATE OF PUBLICATION: 16th of August 2014 (Thursdays the 14th Leader) 10. DATE SITE NOTICE WAS ERECTED ON SITE: Wednesday 13th of August 2014

FLOOR AREA: RESIDENTIAL 11. (A) NEW BUILDING(S) RESIDENTIAL FLOOR AREA PER UNIT n/a m²

GROSS FLOOR AREA n/a m²



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PTO → (B) EXTENSION TO DWELLING GROSS FLOOR AREA ___________m²

(C) OTHER DOMESTIC FLOOR AREA PER UNIT ________ m²

(SHEDS, GARDEN SHEDS, GARAGES ETC) GROSS FLOOR AREA _________ m²

FLOOR AREA: OTHER

12. (A) Other Development (i.e. car-park etc) Floor Area per Unit n/a m² Gross Floor Area n/a m² (B) Change of Use Floor Area per Unit n/a m² Gross Floor Area n/a m²

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT

13. IS AN EIS SUBMITTED WITH THIS APPLICATION: YES/NO: No_______

APPROPRIATE ASSESSMENT

14. HAS AN AA BEEN SUBMITTED WITH THIS APPLICATION: YES ( ) NO (x ) SIGNED ON BEHALF OF LIMERICK CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL: _____________________________ DIRECTOR OF SERVICE DATED: _________________________ NOTES: REQUIREMENTS FOR A VALID APPLICATION

1. The relevant Department shall engage with the Planning Department in respect of the proposal to ensure: (a) The proposal is in accordance with the City/County/Local Area Development Plans and relevant Government Guidelines (b) The design of the development is acceptable and (c) The drawings are in accordance with the relevant Regulations.

2. Part 8 application to be available in the Planning Department from the date stated in the newspaper

notice.

3. Part 8 application form to be signed by the relevant Director of Service.

4. Newspaper and Site Notices shall comply with the requirements of the Planning Regulations. PTO →

5. All Part 8 applications to be accompanied by a report from the Roads/Water Services and Environment Departments that they have no objection to the proposal as submitted. Any required amendments must be incorporated into the submitted design.



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6. Any submissions or objections received in the Planning Department during the period for submissions

will be forwarded to the Department responsible for preparing the Part 8 application for comment. The Department shall submit a report on the submissions received and proposed alterations to the proposal. This report must be presented 14 days prior to the Council meeting.

7. Requests for Further Information or Clarification will be directed to the Department responsible for

preparing the Part 8 application for reply

8. Where the period for making submissions ends less than 14 days prior to a Council Meeting, the Manager’s Report will not be on the Agenda for that Council meeting.

9. Where responses to submissions or further information requests are not received by the Planning

Department at least 14 days prior to a Council meeting the Manager’s report will not be on the Agenda for that Council Meeting.

10. 6 Copies of Drawings shall be submitted.

It is advised that a proposal will require approximately 12 weeks to be processed prior to presentation to the Council. Your attention is also drawn to the fact that proposals where the inspection/submission period takes in the Christmas holiday period, an extra nine days should be added to the above time frame in accordance with the Regulations You should also bear in mind when preparing a Part 8 submission that Council Meetings are not held during the month of August.



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1.2 Copy of Newspaper Notice



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1.3 Copy of Site Notice



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1.4 Site Location Plans The proposed works site location and extents are shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2, respectively.

Figure 1 Overall Site Location Map

Figure 2 Proposed Works Extents – Ballysimon, Castletroy, Newtown

Castletroy & Newtown

Ballysimon

Old Schoolhouse Road

Castletroy College Road

Plassey Link Road

Old Tipperary Road (L1171)

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1.5 Site Notice Locations Site notices will be provided at (or adjacent to) the following locations:

1. Ballysimon Road/ Old Tipperary Road junction; 2. Garryglass Roundabout; 3. Golf Links Road/ Old Tipperary Road junction; 4. Golf Links Road/ Old Schoolhouse Road junction; 5. Kilmurry Roundabout; 6. Annacotty Roundabout.

The locations are shown in Figure 3 below, and Drawing No. ST4-SLM-P01 provided in the accompanying document.

Figure 3 Site Notice Locations

Key:

Site Notice Location

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2 PROJECT INTRODUCTION

2.1 Background: Ireland's Smarter Travel Demonstration City (2012 - 2016) Limerick City has been designated as one of three centres in Ireland that are to become Ireland’s First Smarter Travel Demonstration Areas. The Limerick submission was ranked first of all submissions received by the Department of Transport from all Local Authorities in Ireland. As a demonstration city, Limerick will receive funding of €9 million over five years to roll out a wide range of measures and interventions targeted at encouraging people to use more sustainable modes of transport and to engage in transport planning in four Smarter Travel hubs. The four hubs comprise:

• The City and its core; • Castletroy (including the University and the National Technology Park); • Regeneration area of Southill, Singland and Ballysimon to the South (including a

large inner city community and an extensive employment centre, including light industry); and

• Corbally (made up of a largely suburban community, separated from the city by two river crossings and restricted road capacity).

The four hubs are shown in Figure 4 below.

Figure 4 Four Limerick Smarter Travel Hubs

The Limerick Smarter Travel (LST) project is being delivered by the newly amalgamated Limerick City and County Council, in partnership with the University of Limerick (UL).

Corbally

City Centre

Southill

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The main objective of the LST Project is to connect the four key hubs of Limerick City and suburbs by the development and promotion of sustainable modes of transport for those living, working and studying in these areas. The project provides the opportunity to assess LST measures across a range of communities in an urban context.

2.2 Design Vision The delivery of sustainable transport solutions for Limerick will be carried out through investment in alternative modes of transport and through a programme of walking and cycling infrastructural development. Mobility within and between the LST hubs is hugely dependent on the car as the primary mode of transport. The initiative is tailored to meet the varying travel needs of communities within the hubs. To date LST have completed an off road shared cycle and walkway in Shannon Fields in Corbally (Route 2 Link 1) (Limerick City Council Planning Reference Number C12/5). A second phase of Route 2 (Guinness Bridge to University) has been submitted to An Bord Pleanála (An Bord Pleanála Planning Reference Number 30.JO0027). Route 3 (Limerick County Council Planning Reference No. 12/6005 is in the construction phase, which includes improvements to existing and the construction of new cycleways, footpaths and pedestrian crossings along the Dublin Road to the University of Limerick. The proposed works for Route 4 will cover areas within two of the hubs, the Castletroy and Regeneration hubs, as shown in Figure 5. Rhebogue and the Canal Bank including Park Bridge are also planned schemes for sustainable travel infrastructural improvements under Limerick Smarter Travel both of which are at pre planning stage.

Figure 5 LST Completed and Proposed Works

Route 2, Link 1 (Phase 1) – completed

Route 2, Link 1 (Phase 2) – proposed

Route 2 – subject to planning

Route 3 – at construction

Route 4 – subject to planning

Rhebogue Route and Park Canal – subject to planning



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The key aim for Castletroy, Newtown and Ballysimon as outlined in LST’s aims and objectives is to significantly reduce the proportion of car trips made in the area, especially short journeys. It is crucial that the proposed works on LST Route 4 are undertaken to meet these objectives and sustainable travel targets, and to compliment the overall LST schemes. Table 1 shows the 2010 figures and LST targets for cycling, walking and car journeys in the Castletroy superhub. Table 1 Castletroy Superhub; Castletroy and University of Limerick

Mode 2010 Figure LST 2017 Targets

Car Driver 41% 23% Walking 30%

62% Cycling 3% 2.3 Project Description The proposed scheme, Route 4, consists of improvement works to provide sustainable travel infrastructure within the Ballysimon, Castletroy and Newtown areas. The works include: Ballysimon - (Old Tipperary Road (L1171) and Garryglass Link Road (L5124))

• Road Width - Provision of a 6.0 m wide carriageway from the R527 Ballysimon Road/ L1171 junction to the Golf Links Road/ L1171 junction, and along the full length of L5124;

• Footpath Improvements - Provision of a 2.0 metre wide footpath on sections of the L1171 and provision of a 2.0 metre wide footpath to both sides of the L5124;

• Cycle Lanes - Provision of a 2.0 metre wide cycle lane to both sides of the L1171 and the L5124;

• Pedestrian and Cyclist Crossings - Provision of two Toucan Crossings at the R527 Ballysimon Road / L1171 junction, immediately northeast of the R527 Ballysimon Road /L1171 junction (on the R527 Ballysimon Road). Provision of one uncontrolled pedestrian crossing point on the L1171 and two uncontrolled crossing points on the L5124;

• Raised Entry Treatments - Provision of raised entry treatments at three existing priority controlled access junctions along the L5124;

• Public Lighting and Ancillary Infrastructure along the extent of the works on the L1171 and the L5124, as required.

Castletroy and Newtown - (Kilmurry Link Road, Castletroy College Road and Old Schoolhouse Road)

• Junction Improvements – Provision of a raised table, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths as required at 16 priority controlled T junctions along the extents of the works;



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• Roundabout Improvements – Provision of a redesigned roundabout junction to conform to 'cycle friendly' roundabout design at Kilmurry Roundabout and the R445 Annacotty Roundabout junctions;

• Bus/ Cycle Interchange – Provision of two bus/cycle interchanges located at the existing bus stops at the Newtown Shopping Centre and the Kilmurry Lodge Hotel;

• Ancillary Infrastructure – as required.

The design proposals are shown in detail in the accompanying planning drawings. A detailed description of the proposed works is also provided in Section 5 of this report. The improvement works in the Ballysimon area would benefit the community and local employment sector connecting the Eastway Business Park and Delta Retail Park with an existing cycling network along the Groody Road to the north and to the Castletroy area via the Golf Links Road. It would provide an excellent facility for people to commute to work in these areas in a more sustainable manner. The junction improvements in the Castletroy and Newtown areas would provide for safer movements of pedestrians and cyclists within the existing cycling and footpath network by calming traffic at some of the key junctions whilst bringing the cyclist and pedestrian to greater prominence to motorists. With a number of primary and post primary schools within the Castletroy hub, it is essential that the infrastructure can be put in place to allow pupils to travel safely to school by foot or by bicycle to reduce the reliance on the car.



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3 PLANNING CONTEXT

3.1 Introduction The design of LST’s Route 4 has been closely informed by national, regional and local planning objectives. The following section details the relevant documents at national, regional and local levels. 3.2 National Policy ‘Smarter Travel A Sustainable Transport Future (2009-2020)’ is Ireland’s national transport policy. The policy outlines a national goal of advancing the development of an integrated and sustainable transportation system for Ireland. This document adopts a multi-dimensional approach to transportation and recognises the need to achieve a significant move to sustainable transportation. The document sets out a number of actions to reduce distance travelled by private car and encouraging smarter travel. It recognises the vital importance of continued investment in transport to ensure an efficient economy and continued social development and if promoting cycling and walking as a realistic alternative to the private car then a safe and pleasant experience needs to be ensured. The Smarter Travel policy seeks to:

• “Improve quality of life and accessibility to transport for all and in particular for people with reduced mobility and those who may experience isolation due to lack of transport;

• Improve economic competitiveness through maximising the efficiency of the transportation system and alleviating congestion and infrastructural bottlenecks;

• Minimise the negative impacts of transport on the local and global environment through reducing localised air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions;

• Reduce over travel demand and commuting distances travelled by the private car; and

• Improve security of energy supply by reducing dependency on imported fossil fuels.” 3.3 Regional Policy The ‘Midwest Area Strategic Plan (MWASP) (2010-2022)’ is the planning, land use and transportation strategy for the Midwest region. Supporting LST objectives, Policy T-PHH-04 describes the MWASP Strategy as one that should promote healthy lifestyle choices in respect of transport mode selection targeting an increase in healthy transport options utilised, such as cycling and walking.



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The MWASP Plan (2010-2022) also states that throughout the Region but particularly within the Limerick/Ennis/Shannon area, a cycle and pedestrian network should be part of the focus of the coordinated development of the Region and its sub-areas. 3.4 Local Policy 3.4.1 Limerick County Development Plan 2010-2016 ‘Limerick County Development Plan (2010-2016)’ supports the implementation of smarter travel objectives. Table 2 details these relevant objectives, as follows: Table 2 Limerick County Development Plan Policy Objectives

Policy Objective

Limerick County Council will have regard to the policies, projects and guidelines of other plans and guidelines.

To include: Sustainable Development: A Strategy for Ireland 1997(DEHLG) Mid-West Regional Authority Regional Planning Guidelines 2010-2022 Mid-West Regional Recreational Strategy Transportation Office (DTO) Transport 21: Department of Transport (DoT) 2006-2015 Smarter Travel: A Sustainable Transport Future 2009-2020, (DoT).Road Safety Strategy 2007-2012: Road Safety Authority

Policy IN P4: Promotion of sustainable patterns of transport use

It is policy of the Council to seek to implement in a positive manner, in cooperation with other Authorities and agencies, the policies of the Mid-Western Regional Planning Guidelines, and the Department of Transport Policy ‘Smarter Travel, A Sustainable Transport Future 2009-2020’ to encourage more sustainable patterns of travel, and greater use of sustainable forms of transport, including public transport, cycling, and walking.

Objective COM O28: Encourage Active and Healthy Lifestyle

a) It is the objective of the Council to promote the development of safe and convenient pedestrian and cycling facilities in the towns and villages to minimise the dependence on private motor vehicles and to encourage an active and healthy lifestyle. New and upgraded road developments will be encouraged to integrate cycle lanes. These will include urban/village developments and short distance routes. b) It is the objective of the Council to promote and support the County Limerick Sports Partnership Strategic Plan 2008 – 2011 and the pending County Recreational Strategy 2010 – 2014 when fully assessed and adopted by elected members.

3.4.2 Local Area Plan The extent of LST’s Route 4 lies within the ‘Castletroy Local Area Plan 2009-2015’ area. Table 3 details these relevant objectives, as follows:



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Table 3 Local Area Plan Policy Objectives

Policy Objective

Policy M1: Movement and Accessibility

It is the policy of the County Council to: a) Encourage the development of a safe and efficient movement and accessibility network that will cater for the needs of all users and to encourage priority for walking and cycling, public transport provision and accident reduction; b) Ensure that adequate facilities and access provision are provided for those with disabilities in the community. The council will strive to ensure that the provision of such facilities will be in line with current good practice in relation to such issues. e) Improve the efficiency of junctions in the District to enhance the free flow of traffic through the District. j) Provision of clear and unambiguous carriageway markings and associated directional signage indicating directional priorities for traffic. l) Upgrade the junction of Ballysimon road & Golf links road Policy M4: Pedestrians and Cyclists It is the policy of the Council to: a) Facilitate and encourage walking as a more convenient, popular and safe method of transport in Castletroy and to facilitate and encourage the provision of cycle links and cycle parking facilities in all new developments where appropriate. b) Provide and encourage pedestrian walkways throughout residential developments and direct routes to the District Centre, Neighbourhood Centres, commercial, leisure and community facilities in the District. c) Provide cycle links and cycle parking facilities or make provision for cycle links where appropriate; d) Ensure the provision of a safe environment for the movement of vehicular (both cars and bicycles) and pedestrian traffic; e) Promote the development of walking and cycling as viable alternatives to the private motor vehicle through the construction of additional footpaths and walking routes g) Consideration should be given to the creation of non vehicular linkages that are removed from more heavily trafficked areas and as such have higher amenity value. Under Enterprise and Employment, Groody Valley at Ballysimon Road, Towlerton is included as a focus for an adequate pedestrian/cycle network enabling sustainable travel connectivity between the road/cycle network to Ballysimon’s enterprise and employment centre. (Castletroy LAP 2009-2015 pg. 40)



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4 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

4.1 Appropriate Assessment Screening An Appropriate Assessment Screening on the proposed Route 4 was undertaken to fulfil the requirements of EU Habitats Directive (92/34/EEC). The full report is included in Appendix A of this document. The screening document provides the information required in order to establish whether or not the proposed development is likely to have a significant impact on Natura 2000 sites in the context of their conservation objectives and specifically on the habitats and species for which Natura 2000 sites have been designated. 4.2 Synopsis of Findings The screening assessment concluded that the project will not have a negative impact on the River Shannon SAC site or the River Shannon and Fergus Estuaries. The project will not impact on the European Natura 2000 sites.



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5 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT

5.1 Design Scheme A scheme design has been produced by MHL Consulting Engineers for LST Route 4 to improve safety, comfort and security for pedestrians and cyclists. The scheme has been designed with reference to the following documents:

• National Transport Authority’s (NTA) ‘National Cycle Manual’ (2011); • Department of Transport, Tourism, and Sport's (DTTAS) ‘Design Manual for Urban

Roads and Streets’ (DMURS) (2013); • Department of Transport’s ‘Traffic Signs Manual’ (2010); • National Road Authority(NRA) ‘Design Manual for Roads and Bridges’ (DMRB)

(2000); and • Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Governments (DEHLG) ‘Traffic

Management Guidelines’ (2003). The overall scheme comprises two distinct sections: Section 1 – Ballysimon, and Section 2 – Castletroy and Newtown. The two sections, and the proposed works for each section, are described in detail hereunder. 5.2 Section 1 – Ballysimon 5.2.1 Old Tipperary Road (L1171) 5.2.1.1 Site Description and Existing Conditions This site is located on the L1171 Local Road, known as the Old Tipperary Road, from its junction with Golf Links Road (at O’Shea’s pub) to it’s junction with the R527 Regional Road, known as the Ballysimon Road (Limerick to Waterford Road route) where the L1171 terminates as shown in Figure 6.

Figure 6 Old Tipperary Road (L1171)

Old Tipperary Road (L1171)

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The L1171 to the west, from its junction with the R527, is urbanised with industrial/retail development (Delta Retail Park) bounding the road to the north and south for approximately 550 metres. The L1171, from this location as far as its junction with Golf Links Road (approximately 750 metres) is less urbanised with Greenfield bounding the road to the south. There are continuous footpaths provided along both sides of the L1171 from its junction with the R527 for approximately 550 metres to the east. There is no footpath on the south side of the L1171 carriageway from this location as far as its junction with Golf Links Road (approximately 750 metres). There are existing footpaths on the northern side of the carriageway. However, these are not continuous and substandard in places. There are no cycle lanes on the existing L1171 road.

5.2.1.2 Proposed Improvements - Old Tipperary Road (L1171) The proposed works for the Old Tipperary Road are detailed in Table 4 hereunder. Table 4 Old Tipperary Road (L1171) Proposed Works

Proposal Description Drawing Reference

Road Widening Provision of a 6.0 metre carriageway, from the R527/ L1171 junction to the Golf Links Road/ L1171 junction (approximately 1.3 kilometres)

ST4T-LA-P02

Footpaths (1) Provision of a 2.0 metre wide footpath on the northern side of the L1171, from the R527/ L1171 junction to the Golf Links Road/ L1171 junction (approximately 1.3 kilometres). Upgrading of existing footpath on the southern side of the L1171, from the R527/ L1171 junction for approximately 550 metres to the east.

ST4T-LA-P03 and ST4T-LA-P04

Cycle Lanes (1) Provision of a 2.0 metre wide cycle lane to both sides of the L1171, from the R527/ L1171 junction to the Golf Links Road/ L1171 junction (approximately 1.3 kilometres)


Toucan Crossings

Provision of two Toucan Crossings (signal controlled crossings for both cyclists and pedestrians) at the following locations: Crossing 1: At the R527/ L1171 junction Crossing 2: Immediately northeast of the R527/ L1171 junction (on the R527 Ballysimon Road)

ST4T-LA-P02 ST4T-LA-P02

Pedestrian Crossing Provision of an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing approximately 50 metres southeast of the R527/ L1171 junction on the L1171 Road(to allow safe crossing of pedestrians from south to north and enabling safe access to the proposed Toucan Crossing at the R527/ L1171)

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Public Lighting (2)

Provision of new public lighting long the extent of the L1171, from the R527/ L1171 junction to the Golf Links Road/ L1171 junction, as required.


Notes: (1) In order to construct the proposed footpaths and cycle lanes, reduction of grass verges and carriageway width would be necessary in places. (2) The proposed lighting scheme would to be designed to current Lighting Standards BS EN 13201 & BS5489 as well as the NRA Design Manual for Roads and Bridges. The proposed lighting would provide adequate road lighting to suit the site conditions and would consist of luminaries mounted at 10.0 metre heights on metal columns in the grass verge on the southern side of the road.

Typical cross sections of the proposed Old Tipperary Road improvements are provided in drawing no. ST4T-XS-P01 provided in the accompanying document. 5.2.2 Garryglass Link Road (L5124) 5.2.2.1 Site Description and Existing Conditions The L5124 Garryglass Link Road connects the Old Tipperary Road (L1171) to the R527 Ballysimon Road via the Garryglass Roundabout junction, as shown in Figure 7. The L5124 has footpaths on both sides of the road, there are no cycling facilities. There are three priority controlled access junctions along the L5124 which provide access to business and industrial estates.

Figure 7 Garryglass Link Road (L5124)

5.2.2.2 Proposed Improvements – Garryglass Link Road (L5124) The proposed works for the Garryglass Link Road (L5124) are detailed in Table 5 hereunder.

Old Tipperary Road (L1171)/ L5124 Junction

Garryglass Roundabout Junction

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Table 5 Garryglass Link Road (L5124) Proposed Works


Road Width Provision of a 6.0 metre wide road carriageway along the full length of L5124 (210 metres in length)

ST4T-LA-P04

Footpaths Provision of a 2.0 metre wide footpath to both sides of the L5124

ST4T-LA-P04

Cycle Lanes Provision of a 2.0 metre cycle lanes to both sides of the L5124

ST4T-LA-P04

Pedestrian Crossing Facilities

Provision of two uncontrolled pedestrian crossing facilities approximately 10 metres south of the Garryglass Roundabout junction, and approximately 10 metres north of the L5124/ L1171 junction.

ST4T-LA-P04

Raised Entry Treatments

Provision of raised entry treatments at the three existing priority controlled access junctions along the L5124 (Raised entry treatments are traffic calming measures to slow traffic. Pedestrians do not have to step down off footpaths as the roadway is raised to meet the footpath level in an alternative colour/materials contrasted paving surface)

ST4T-LA-P04

Notes: The proposed works would necessitate widening into soft landscape areas on both sides of the road along its full length of 210 metres

The drawings referenced above are provided in the accompanying document. Typical cross sections of the proposed Garryglass Link Road improvements are provided in drawing no. ST4T-XS-P01 (provided in the accompanying document). 5.3 Section 2 - Castletroy & Newtown 5.3.1 Castletroy and Newtown - Site Description and Existing Conditions Section 2 comprises of Castletroy College Road (L1165), Kilmurry Link Road (L1114) and Old Schoolhouse Road (L1115) as shown in Figure 8. The L1165, L1114 and L1115 include existing off road cycle paths and footpaths. The proposed improvements would be concentrated at junctions along these roads only. It is proposed to upgrade and improve eighteen junctions (including two roundabouts) incorporating 1.4 km in length as shown in Figure 9. The existing junction (priority controlled T-junctions and roundabout junctions) facilities do not comply with the latest design standards and guidance for the provision of safe pedestrian and cyclist access and crossings.



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Figure 8 L1165, L1114 and L1115 Roads

Figure 9 Junction Locations

Kilmurry Link Road (L1114)

Castletroy College Road (L1165)

Old Schoolhouse Road (L1115)



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5.3.2 Proposed Improvement The proposed works for Castletroy and Newtown are detailed in Table 6 hereunder. Table 6 Castletroy and Newtown Proposed Works


Junction Improvements Junction 1 Kilmurry Roundabout:

Proposed redesign to conform to 'cycle friendly' roundabout design in accordance with the National Cycle Manual and best international practice

ST4C-LA-P01

Junction 2 Kilmurry Link Road/ Castletroy Shopping Centre access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P02

Junction 3 Kilmurry Link Road/ The Hawthorns access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P03

Junction 4 Kilmurry Link Road/ Woodhaven access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P04

Junction 5 Kilmurry Link Road/ Hazelhall access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P05

Junction 6 Kilmurry Link Road/ Castletroy College Road junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P06

Junction 7 Castletroy College Road/ Cherryfield access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, and realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P07

Junction 8 Castletroy College Road/ Bloomfield access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P08



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Junction 9 Castletroy College Road/ Newtown Shopping Centre access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P09

Junction 10 Castletroy College Road/ Glenside access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P10

Junction 11 R445 Annacotty Roundabout junction: Proposed redesign to conform to 'cycle friendly' roundabout design in accordance with the National Cycle Manual and best international practice

ST4C-LA-P11

Junction 12 Kilmurry Link Road/ Beechfield access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junctions radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P12

Junction 13 Kilmurry Link Road/ Ashleigh Wood access junction: Reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P13

Junction 14 Kilmurry Link Road/ Monaleen National School access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required. Reinstatement of existing Zebra crossing.

ST4C-LA-P14

Junction 15 Old Schoolhouse Road/ Monaleen Park access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P15

Junction 16 Old Schoolhouse Road/ The Fairways access junction: Reduced junction radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P16

Junction 17 Old Schoolhouse Road/ Kylemore access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junctions radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P17



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Junction 18 Old Schoolhouse Road/ Glantán access junction: Proposed Raised Table, including reduced junctions radii in order to improve safety for vulnerable road users, realignment of kerb lines and reconstruction of footpaths and cycle paths, as required

ST4C-LA-P18

Bus/ Cycle Interchange Newtown Shopping Centre

Proposed Cycle/bus interchange located at the existing bus stop.

ST4C-LA-P19

Kilmurry Lodge Hotel Proposed Cycle/bus interchange located at the Kilmurry Lodge Hotel, north of Kilmurry Roundabout at existing bus stop

ST4C-LA-P20

The drawings referenced above are provided in the accompanying document. Typical cross sections of the proposed speed table and Bus/ Cycle Interchange facility in the vicinity of the Newtown Shopping Centre are provided in drawing no. ST4C-XS-P01 provided in accompanying documents. Typical cross sections of the proposed cycle friendly roundabout junctions are provided in drawing no. ST4C-XS-P02 provided in the accompanying document. The above proposals would also include revised signage and revisions to surface water drainage works, as required. 5.4 Relevant Correspondence 5.4.1 Newtown Shopping Centre Bus/ Cycle Interchange A small amount of land take will be necessary at this location from Newtown Shopping Centre. The relevant letter of agreement between both parties is provided in Appendix B of this document. 5.4.2 Limerick City & County Council Inter-Departmental Consultation LST carried out a Limerick City and County Council inter-departmental consultation prior to completing the final Part 8 Planning Application documents. LST invited the following departments to submit their comments and observations on the proposed works:

• Travel and Transportation; • Environment • Water Services; and • Fire Services

The associated correspondence is provided in Appendix B.



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Appendix A Appropriate Assessment Screening Report



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Appendix B Correspondence


Documents

Route 4 Ballysimon, Castletroy and Newtown Proposed