Clontarf to City Centre Cycle Route. Fairview Park Proposals. August 2017

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1 Clontarf to City Centre Cycle Route Fairview Park Proposals August 2017

2 Image courtesy of: Designed to keep fast moving cyclists from the park Recreate and enhance park boundary New double tree lined esplanade Shared community leisure space Community seating Enhanced public lighting & security

3 Fairview Park Tree Planting The trees growing closest to the carriageway are restricted in terms of space for crown development and stem growth. These trees are mostly situated extremely close to the edge of the pavement and many are struggling to cope with competition for light from their higher neighbours. It is this row of struggling trees that are proposed to be replaced with trees planted under improved soil conditions. The new row of trees will comprise of extra heavy trees and semi-mature trees with height at planting ranging from 4 to 6 metres. The proposed new row of trees will have better opportunities to grow into larger specimens. Proposals will enhance safety through the park by providing improved lighting and open vista while maintaining the current tree height profile. Consideration will also be given to commemorating the Arbor Day Ceremony, naming and marking the new trees for the 32 Counties.

4 Fairview Park Tree Planting The proposals will result in 98 additional trees planted along the entire route 62 trees are proposed for removal 160 new trees will be planted Forty-nine trees are to be removed along the roadside boundary of the park 60% are of moderate to high quality Eight of these are currently recommended for removal Detailed design process will aim to save 15 trees identified for removal The row of larger trees within the park is being retained. Replacement trees will be planted prior to felling of the existing trees to mitigate against visual impacts.

5 Fairview Park Tree Planting Rows to be retained Trees behind fence to be retained Row of trees behind park fence to be retained

6 Extra Heavy Standard Trees: Trees generally 18-20cm girth, 4-5m height at planting. Fairview Park Tree Planting Existing trees consist predominately of: London Plane Plantanus X hispanica Lime/Linden, Tilia cordata Sycamore, Aver pseudoplatanus There are also scattered small flowering and other species as well as occasional Norway Maple (Acer platanoides) and Holm Oak (Quercus ilex). Proposed tree sizes in Fairview Park will be Semi-Mature 20-25cm girth 5-5.5m height to 25-30cm girth 6-6.5m height. Proposed street trees will be Extra Heavy Standard 18-20cm girth 4.5-5m height. Acer Sycamore / Maple Tilia Lime / Linden trees Platanus X Hispanica - London Plane Platanus X hispanica- London Plane Tilia Lime / Linden trees Semi- Mature Trees: Typically from 20-25cm girth, 5-5.5m ht to 25-30cm girth, 6-6.5m ht at planting.

7 Fairview Park Existing & Proposed Tree Planting

8 Trees to be retained Trees to be removed New Trees

9 Trees to be retained Trees to be removed New Trees

10 Visual Impact of Removal of Trees Years 5-10 Year 20

11 Visual Impact of Removal of Trees Years 5-10 Year 20

12 Visual Impact of Removal of Trees Years 5-10 Year 20

13 Why a Segregated Cycle Track? Scheme provides: Segregated inbound and outbound cycle tracks outside the park A tree lined shared space inside the park for leisure cycling & walking Benefits of Segregated Cycle Track: Cycle track will be utilised by high-speed commuter cyclists not suitable for shared space Minimises conflict between pedestrians and cyclists in shared spaces Easy access to commuter routes on Malahide Road, Howth Road and Fairview Strand that have high cycling demand Provides easier access to shops at Fairview Village Alternatives to Tree Removal: Loss of one inbound traffic lane would result in traffic congestion on Malahide Road and Howth Road No cycling provision along Fairview and Marino Mart resulting restricted access for cyclists to Marino, Fairview shops and Malahide Road Conflict between pedestrians and cyclists in shared space Loss of community space for leisure and relaxation Current problems between cyclists and parked vehicles will persist