Strategic Improvements In Road Network An efficient and uncongested road network is a vital component in sustaining economic growth. The redeveloped Dunkettle Interchange by Transport Infrastructure Ireland has delivered 18 new road links, totalling 10km in length.
2.9km
of new walkways and cycleways form part of the Dunkettle scheme.
Cork County Council is due to go to tender later this year on principal works on the M28 motorway link to Ringaskiddy which is key to fully unlocking the potential of Cork Docklands. The N/M20 motorway link from Cork to Limerick is progressing through the design process. A new Northern Distributor Road and an outer Northern Ring Road for Cork City, which will alleviate traffic congestion and improve connectivity across the entire network are also in the early planning and design stages. At a local level, cycle and pedestrian improvements are progressing at various locations across the City including Donnybrook , Innishmore , Glanmire and Mahon improving safety for all road users. Major road improvements are also planned for areas such as Lehenaghmore and Ballyvolane with related land acquisition currently underway.
MACCURTAIN STREET RENEWAL AT A GLANCE
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New Cycle Lanes 1.6km
Upgraded Public Realm 12,500m 2
30,000m 2
Upgraded Pedestrian Crossings
New Bus Stops
Resurfaced Roadways
The MacCurtain Street Public Transport Improvement Scheme, which includes the city quays and adjoining streets, was completed in November 2023 and has delivered on Cork City Council’s goal to enhance access to the city centre. At the end of 2023, Cork City Council also delivered the Grange to Tramore Valley Park pedestrian and cycle bridge and pathway which opened up connectivity between Grange, Douglas and the city centre. The scheme gives residents, students and commuters the option to safely walk, wheel or cycle into the city reducing congestion and provides a beautiful, wooded leisure amenity.
Up to 24km new/upgraded cycling infrastructure has been completed between 2020-2023. A further 10km of cycle infrastructure is currently under construction ( Mahon, Glanmire, Marina, Ballybrack, Ballincollig ) with a programme of other schemes due to enter construction over the next year. Construction has begun on the 5.6km Mahon Street Renewal Scheme , Cork’s first community-wide streetscape renewal programme aimed at providing safer and healthier streets with better pedestrian and cycle links to schools, shops, sports and leisure facilities. The scheme extends along Ringmahon Road, Skehard Road, Avenue de Rennes, Ballinure Avenue/The Maples and Castle Road.
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