Clare council presents final design for N19 Shannon Airport access ...
The final design was published this week. Photo: Clare County Council
Clare County Council, in partnership with Transport Infrastructure Ireland and the Department of Transport, has published the final design update for the N19 Shannon Airport Access Road Improvement Scheme.
The first design update, published in March 2023, included a combination of active travel measures for walking and cycling, facilities to improve public transport, along with new and improved road infrastructure between Drumgeely roundabout and Knockbeagh Point roundabout on approach to Shannon International Airport.
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Clare County Council explained that since the conclusion of the first update, the design team has been further progressing the design and environmental evaluation of the preferred option. The design of the preferred option has now been finalised, following extensive stakeholder engagement and detailed consideration of environmental surveys, transport surveys and ground investigations.
The project aims to have a positive impact on the attractiveness and efficiency of public transport and will cater for an enhanced bus service.
Mr. Pat Dowling, Chief Executive of Clare County Council commented: “The publication of the final design update for the N19 Shannon Airport Access Road Improvement Scheme is a significant step as we look forward to delivering a reliable, sustainable, multi-modal transport solution that will enhance the connectivity of Shannon Airport, the Shannon Free Zone and the wider mid-west region.
“The project will unlock further economic growth potential by improving active travel and public transport connections along the N19, which ultimately will help facilitate and support the sustainable growth and development of Shannon Airport, the Shannon Free Zone, and Shannon town.
“The project will have a positive impact on the local community ensuring that road safety and the needs of pedestrians, cyclists and vulnerable road users has been a priority throughout the design development process. Clare County Council looks forward to working with Transport Infrastructure Ireland to advance this project through the statutory procedures and subsequent phases.”
