I am a mother of 4 young children and live 4KM from Nass town. Due to traffic volumes, narrow and windy roads it is impossible for children to cycle to school or any activities in our area. We as a family have to use the car to go to shops, school, work, activities etc.
There is a new Green way (old Tullow Railway) in the development plan which will run very near to our home. This greenway would be a fantastic addition to our community. It would enable children to cycle to school/jobs/meet friends. It would give all ages an alternative to driving to town/work. Traffic in our area and in Naas town is increasing all the time, this greenway could reduce motor traffic on roads and be a great addition for our environmental goals. It would also be a huge amenity for the whole area, allowing people a chance to experience a beautiful countryside in a car free zone.
It would be good if the Development Plan could prioritise this green way (under policy TM P2) and target its delivery by end of 2029. The plan should also set policy for the development of this greenway so that it does not impact harmfully on local farms or ecology.
The plan should also have a policy around the development of all greenways, that no developments would be permitted along the route of the greenway which could prevent the greenway being delivered or might contradict the purpose of the greenway (ie harm the peace/beauty/ecology/safety of the route).