What is being Proposed
Meath County Council is proposing to develop a portion of the Navan Cycle Scheme from Convent Road to Metges Road Junction which will provide high quality, safe, continuous, and consistent cycle and pedestrian facilities in Navan.
The proposed network will improve pedestrian and cyclist safety and mobility from the Pedestrian and Cycle Facilities on Metges Road to the shared Pedestrian and Cycle facilities on Convent Lane. The proposed network shall also facilitate local recreational usage along with functional access to schools, employment, amenities, and services.
The proposed network will also facilitate linkage to other networks being developed in and around Navan, enabling mobility and access around Navan, and to and from the town from further afield.
The Strategic Vision
A transition towards more sustainable modes of transport is essential to reduce Ireland’s carbon emissions and reach the Government’s goal to reduce carbon emissions to 30% by 2030 and 80% by 2050.
The development of the proposed cycle network in Navan is fundamental to this strategic vision as it will deliver sustainable transport facilities and promote the use of such facilities, which aligns with objectives of numerous national, regional, and local government polices to reduce private car usage and associated emissions.
About Us
Meath County Council in partnership with the National Transport Authority are developing the Navan Cycle Scheme – Convent Road to Metges Road Junction. Meath County Council have appointed Jacobs Engineering Ireland Limited as Technical Advisors to progress the planning and design phases of the project.
Project Scope and Anticipated Timeline
The schemes are currently at Phase 2 Concept and Option. Stakeholder consultation throughout all phases will be ongoing and it is intended that a non-statutory public consultation on the Emerging Preferred Option will take place in Autumn 2023. Below is currently the timeline foreseen.
Route Corridor Map
The proposed scheme between Convent Road to Metges Road Junction shall deliver high quality cycle and pedestrian facilities and an improved public realm along a route corridor of approximately 1.4km from the Convent Road to Athlumney Road/Metges Road Junction. The route corridor is shown in the Route Corridor Map below.
Next Steps
Further communication on the project will be made at the completion of Phase 2 Concept and Options with details on the Non-Statutory Public Consultation for the Emerging Preferred Route in Autumn 2023 and how to get involved.
How to get in Touch
We welcome feedback at all phases. Should you have a query, question, or any relevant information that you would like to share please contact us at:
Email: activetravel@meathcoco.ie
Tel: (046) 9097150
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