A new pedestrian – cycle facility on both sides of the R 498.
- Works include site clearance, construction of a new footpath – cycle path.
- The provision of 700m of 1.5m wide raised cycle tracks from the Technology University of the Shannon Roundabout to the R498/Bohernanave Junction.
- Upgrading of the existing footpaths from the Technology University of the Shannon Roundabout to the R498/Bohernanave Junction.
- Provision of minimum footpath widths of 1.8m;
- The provision of new bus set down area adjacent to Coláiste Mhuire.
- Improvement to entrances and accesses to businesses and residential properties.
- Reduction in the width of the R498 traffic lanes to 3.25m lanes to reduce vehicle speeds.
- Controlled and uncontrolled pedestrian and cyclist road crossings.
- Reduction in junction widths to reduce crossing times and distances.
- The installation of new artwork, to celebrate Thurles as the birthplace of the GAA, at the entrance to Semple Stadium which may be lit at night.
- All associated ancillary works
At R 498 between the Technology University of the Shannon Roundabout and Bohernanave Junction, Castlemeadows,Thurles, Co Tipperary.
Regional Road R498 within the townlands of Thurles Townsparks and Racecourse.
Plans and particulars of the proposed development, including Appropriate Assessment Screening and Environmental Impact Assessment Preliminary Examination report will be available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at: -
- Tipperary County Council, Civic Offices, Castle Avenue, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, E41 KA44
- Tipperary County Council, Civic Offices, Limerick Road, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, E45 A09
Or click below to view the plans and particulars
Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development will be situated, may be made in writing and addressed to Marcus O’Connor, Director of Services, Roads, Transportation and Infrastructure, Tipperary County Council, Civic Offices, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, should be clearly marked ‘Part 8 in respect of Active Travel proposal, Castlemeadows, Thurles no later than 4.30pm on 07th February 2023 or click below to make a submission.
Click here to view the plans and particulars and/or make a submission on the part 8.
https://planning.localgov.ie/en/part-8/application/0d34920c-7633-11ed-9d..