The Bandon Transport and Public Realm Enhancement Plan (TPREP) was nominated for the Community Benefit Project of the Year and Excellence in Planning awards.
The project involved a set of long-term strategic transport interventions to relieve town centre congestion and allow investment in key streets and spaces within Bandon town centre. The plan has a strong historical narrative and delivers streets for people within the historic centre.
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The timeline for the implementation of Bandon TREP is being co-ordinated with Flood Relief Works and waste water network upgrades in the town centre so as to minimise disruption to traders.
Another council project, the Ballybrack Valley Mangala Pedestrian and Cycle route, was also shortlisted for the Community Benefit Project of the Year prize.
The route provides a safe off road link through the scenic Mangala Valley from Donnybrook and Maryborough into Douglas Village. It promotes walking and cycling through a natural valley improving health and fitness. The route also encourages alternative modes of transport, enabling safe access to schools.
Chief Executive of Cork County Council, Tim Lucey, said: "Here we have projects that will bring about real benefits for the communities they serve, a wonderful new amenity in Douglas and a new beginning for Bandon as we progress the scheme to construction over next number of years."
The KPMG Property Excellence Awards 2018 will take place on Thursday 08 November in The Convention Centre, Dublin.
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