Naas Inner Relief RoadGetting Naas moving – An essentialproject to relieve congestion for the benefit of everyone.

Enhancing the quality of life in Naas Town for all Residents

Kildare County Council

Comhairle Contae Chill Dara

Enhancing the quality of life in Naas Town for all Residents

Your Opinion Counts.... Please make a SUBMISSION sothat your voice can be heard...An opportunity which must not be missed...Kildare County Council has secured funding for this project which has been approved from Central Government and the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government under the REBUILDING IRELAND Programme. There is a 12 month time limit by which the project must be listed for commencement. Failing to meet the deadline means that funding will be lost therefore this opportunity must be seized now. In 2006, this Scheme acquired a Part 8 Planning Approval but due to public finance constraints has only now become a potential reality. The project itself has a construction time frame of 24 months. On Tuesday, 16th April, 2019 the new road scheme will be presented to Naas District Councillors for approval.

Securing a safer road network for this and future generations...To minimise increasing traffic congestion and long delays it is imperative that this opportunity of Central Government funding is taken up now.

Kildare County Council

Comhairle Contae Chill Dara

NOTE: Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development MUST BE MADE online at: http://kildare.ie/countycouncil/Public Consultations-Part8Schemes/roadsandtransportation/index.html

or in writing to: Senior Executive Officer, Roads Transportation and Public Safety Department, Kildare County Council, Áras Chill Dara, Devoy Park, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 X77F on or before Wednesday 10th April 2019. Submissions by email or fax will not be accepted. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Submissions should be headed:“Proposed Development of the Naas Inner Relief Road.at Naas, Co Kildare”Planning Reference P82019-07

Naas Inner Relief Road...What will it mean to the people of Naas?

Current Process. In February 2018, after Stage 1 analysis, a Public Consultation in KCC Headquarters revealed that Route Options 1, 2 and 6 would be forwarded for detailed consideration; from an initial eight that were considered.. Upon completion of Stage 2 analysis, Route 2 was identified as the Preferred Route; based mainly on traffic and environmental grounds.. KCC are now looking for Planning Permission (Part 8 Statutory Approval), for this route and plans and reports are currently on display at KCC Head Office and the local library.”

The proposed Scheme will:

. Provide an important outlet for traffic by providing a link with the road network within Naas town benefitting all road users.

. Link the Dublin Road (R445 ) and Blessington Road (R410)

. Connect to the Blessington Road in the vicinity of the Ballycane Road and Naas Hospital and therefore complete the inner relief road around Naas

. Provide an alternative route linking the southern part of Naas to the Dublin Road and northern part of the town including Monread

. Reduce traffic levels and congestion on Main Street, Dublin Road and the Blessington Road/ Dublin Road Junction

The proposed Scheme will:. Provide safer roads and less congestion.. Reduce traffic levels and congestion on the Main Street, Dublin Road, Tipper Road and at Blessington Road/Dublin Road Junction.. Provide easier access to the schools and Naas Hospital.. Offer an alternative route linking the southern part of Naas to the Dublin Road and northern part of the town, including Monread.. Support Smarter travel objectives by providing a safe new road link for pedestrians, cyclists and buses within the town networks.. Generate positive economic benefits to businesses and you the residents of Naas.

Objectives of the Naas Inner Relief Road Scheme...

. Support Smarter Travel objectives by providing a safe new road link for pedestrians, cyclists and buses within the town networks

. Designed as an Urban Distributor Road with a 50 kph speed limit and in accordance with the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS) and the National Cycle Manual (NCM) to ensure it provides for all road users and is appropriate in its urban context

Route 2: Preferred Route Dublin Road

Naas Racecourse

Tipper Road

Blessington Road

Impact of Naas Inner Relief Road on Traffic Levels

Dublin Road (The Gallops Junction to Blessington Road Junction): 40% reduction in traffic

Blessington Road (Dublin Road Junction to Tipper Road Junction): 45 % reduction in traffic

Blessington Road (Tipper Road to Friary Road Junction): 63% reduction in trafficBlessington Road (Friary Road Junction to New Road Junction (AIB Time House): 50% reduction in traffic

Blessington Road (New Road Junction [AIB Time House] to Ballycane Road Junction): 12% increase in traffic

Tipper Road (Blessington Road Junction to Fishery Lane Junction): 29% decrease in traffic

Poplar Square, Naas Town Centre: 12% decrease in traffic

Sallins Road: 7% decrease in traffic

Benefits of the Naas Inner Relief Road...Routing from the Dublin Road/Gallops Junction (R445) which will be upgraded at the Gallops entrance, the proposed roadway will run parallel with and through part of the grounds of Naas Racecourse. The new road will intersect with the Tipper Road (L2992) via a new signalised junction. It will then proceed onto the Blessington Road (R410) again with a new signalised traffic junction layout facilitating motorists, pedestrians and cyclists. This will make for safer roads and less congestion for residents. This will further link theBallycane Road and the Southern Relief Road, facilitating easier and faster access to the Ballymore Eustace, Kilcullen and Newbridge Roads and Naas Hospital. It will also enable the development of additional housing to the east and southeast of Naas town.

A safer carriageway for pedestrians and cyclists...“Following the guidelines of the Design Manual forUrban Roads and Streets (DMURS), this road will have a 50 KPH speed limit, making it much safer for vulnerable road users e.g. pedestrians and cyclists. With an overall carriageway width of 9.75m, including a central safety median of 3.25m, the majority of the scheme will have a 2m footpath, 2m cycle path and 2m grass verge on both sides. New and upgraded signalised junctions with traffic lights and pedestrian crossings will also be installed.

2m wide cycle paths

2m wide cycle path

2m wide footpath

Public Lighting

2m High Boundary Wall

50 KPH Speed Restriction

Tree Planting

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50

3.25m wide carriageway

3.25m central median

3.25m wide carriageway

The Preferred Route...Dublin Road JunctionThe route begins at the Dublin Road (R445)/ Gallops Junction with an upgraded signalisedjunction layout; including filter lanes, footpaths and cycle paths. Timed traffic lights willfacilitate efficient flow at peak traffic times.Within 400m of the junction a Bus Stop will facilitate commuters living locally.

Tipper Road JunctionThe route continues south west by the Racecourse joining the Tipper Road (L2992) with a new signalised junction. This layout will include filter lanes, footpaths and cycle paths. Timed traffic lights will facilitate efficient flow at peak traffic times. New access to the Racecourse and adjoining car parks will be accommodated following further design consultation.

Blessington Road JunctionThe route continues downhill meeting with the Blessington Road (R410) junction at AIB/Time House. An upgraded signalised junction, with filter lanes, footpaths and cycle paths will be constructed. Timed traffic lights will facilitate efficient flow at peak traffic times. Access to neighbouring businesses and lands will be accommodated following further designconsultation.

Proposed new bus stop facilitating residents of The Gallops, Kingscourt and Racecourse Gate.

The Gallops

Sunday’s Well

AIB

Racecourse

Dublin Road

Maudlins Avenue.

Tipper Road

Woodlands

Elmwood

Preferred Route Selection Process... Following Government and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) Guidelines, a two stage process was used to select the Preferred Route, Route 2 Stage 1: Assessment of Routes has been carried out under the following headings Engineering, Environment and Economy:

Engineering• Traffic Assessment• Smarter Travel• Extent of On Street Works• Comparisons on Land & Property• Utilities Apparatus• Safety/Technical Standards

Environment• Compatibility with Development Policy• Landscape & Visual• Hydrology• Geology & Hydrogeology• Air Quality • Noise & Vibration• Archaelogy & Cultural Heritage• Ecology• Agriculture (incl. other Agri-business)

Economy • Cost (estimated)• Transport Benefits

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The Ball

The Gallops

KingsCourt

Sunday’s Well

Mountain View

Ballycane Rd.

The Paddocks

AIB

Racecourse

Fishery Lane

Naas Ind. Estate

Racecourse Gate

Dublin Road

Kingsfurze Ave.

Tipper RoadElmwood

Woodlands

Routes 1, 2 & 6 which were forwarded for further detailed considerationfrom an initial eight.

Stage 2: Route Assessment Summary

Route Option 1 Route Option 2 Route Option 6 Route Option 6A

Economy Preferred Preferred Least Preferred Least Preferred

Safety Similar Similar Similar Similar

Physical Activity Preferred Preferred Intermediate Least Preferred

Environment Intermediate Preferred Least Preferred Least Preferred

Integration Preferred Preferred Intermediate Intermediate

Accessibility Preferred Preferred Intermediate Intermediate & Social Inclusion

Overall Ranking 2nd Preferred 1st Preferred 2nd Least Preferred Least Preferred

A c r i t i ca l o p p o r t u n i ty f o r

t h e p e o p l e of Na a s . . .

Enhancing and re-energising Naas Town Centre and Main Street...

By reducing unnecessary traffic congestion through the main Street, businesses can enhance theiroffering, restoring Naas Main Street to the once busy trading centre and vibrant place it used to be.Reduced traffic will allow for renewed investment and improvement of the Public Realminfrastructure, overall appearance and streetscape in the town thus increasing footfall and overallcommercial viability and success of the town centre.

This proposed new road will bring theimportant and necessary improvements that the businesses, people and communities of Naas have requested and deserve in order to allow our town to flourish