Noise reduction measures for proposed new bridge in County Kildare raised by Cllr

A local representative motioned for Kildare County Council (KCC) to outline a plan for noise reduction on the new bridge planned for Celbridge.

As part of her motion, Fine Gael Cllr Lumi Panaite Fahey also requested KCC to explain if a public consultation will be facilitated in relation to this plan.

Cllr Panaite Fahey submitted the motion at the latest Celbridge-Leixlip Municipal District (MD) meeting, which was held on Friday, March 21 last.

Her motion was seconded by the Cathaoirleach of the MD, Fianna Fáil Cllr Bernard Caldwell.

Fine Gael Cllr Lumi Panaite Fahey. Photo credit: kildarecoco.ie

Responding to Cllr Panaite Fahey's motion, KCC said via its report at the meeting: "A Noise and Vibration Assessment was completed in 2024. This identified 27 receptor locations along the scheme that required noise mitigation."

KCC added that there is "no requirement for a noise barrier" on the bridge itself.

"The newly constructed road will be constructed using low noise road surfaces to reduce road traffic noise for as many properties as possible," KCC explained. "Extensive public consultation has been carried out on the project to date to arrive at the emerging preferred route for the project."

KCC concluded: "The project is currently being prepared for submission to An Bord Pleanála (ABP) and during the ABP planning approval process, all stakeholders can submit their concerns to the Board, for their consideration and assessment."

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