The Dún Laoghaire Living Streets programme proposes 'modal filters' at Tivoli Road, Cross Avenue and Clarinda Park West to deter vehicular traffic. In addition, parts of George’s Street Lower, Sussex Street and Convent Road would be pedestrianised
The council says the plan would create a safer walking environment through reduced traffic, footpaths would be widened and there would be more facilities for cyclists and additional tree planting and seating areas. However, the plans have split the local business local community as well as residents. Councillors said Monday’s night’s decision on the future of the plans is “on a knife edge”, with members split on the issue.
Mr Dockrell noted works on the Deansgrange Road cycleway, which he said has “crippled” local businesses, and the “lack of commitment to a timescale in Dún Laoghaire”.