Chapter 4 I Transport and Mobility
This, however, comes with the proviso that any such changes will still need to be consistent with the principle of compact growth and public transport-oriented development. 4.16 Table 4.2 outlines the significant interventions and approximate projected costs associated with future transport provision in the Cork Metropolitan Area.
City Centre Movement Strategy Multi-Modal Movement Strategy Report apace. Much of the strategy has been implemented to date with implementation commencing on phases 3, 4 and 5 (McCurtain Street Area) and phases 6 and 7 which encompasses an area extending from the South Mall to Georges Quay, Anglesea Street and Eglantine Street are at options assessment stage. Some changes to the strategy may be required to accommodate transport interventions identified in CMATS such as BusConnects. 4.19 The City Centre Movement Strategy (CCMS) adopted in 2013 with the aim of reducing through traffic in the City Centre core area and to improving access for non-car modes of travel continues permeability and allowing for the safe movement of pedestrians is prioritised over vehicular traffic; • Enhance the pedestrian environment in tandem with Cycle Network improvements, Bus Connects, light and heavy rail and other initiatives proposed for Cork City. 4.18 Cork has a compact city centre that can be navigated with relative ease on foot. However, many areas outside the City Centre present challenges for pedestrians in terms of topography, whilst some suburban areas and parts of the urban towns have developed largely in the absence of pedestrian and cycling facilities being provided.
Active Travel
Walking
4.17 The creation of an attractive, accessible and safe pedestrian environment regardless of age or ability is one of the key aims of Cork City Council during the lifetime of this plan. Tangible benefits that may be derived include, • Improved health outcomes for residents and visitors to Cork City; • Support climate change mitigation; • An increase in walking levels for work, education and leisure, especially for short journeys of 2-3km; • Facilitate walking’s role as part of linked trips, particularly with rail and bus journeys; • Encourage a high standard of urban design in new developments and in road design, encouraging Cork City Council
The following figure provides an indicative phasing plan for the street improvement works.
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Figure 20 Possible Phasing Plan Figure 4.1: Source: CCMS.
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