A key improvement scheme in Wicklow town has taken a major step forward.
Shareridge Limited has been appointed to deliver the Fitzwilliam Square Improvement Scheme, which will create a multi-functional space in the town.
The project will improve accessibility and enhance the presentation and public realm of the historic town core at Fitzwilliam Square.
The lower side of Fitzwilliam Square will be pedestrianised and Bridge Street made one-way which will enable the widening of the footpaths.
Part of Church Street will also be made one-way from the junction with Bridge Street to the entrance to the Church Street Car Park. This, along with the footpath widening on Church Street and narrowing of the roadway on Abbey Street, will improve accessibility in the town centre.
Site works commenced this week and it is anticipated the main works contract will take 12 months. Site supervision of the main works contract will be provided by O'Connor Sutton Cronin, Consultant Engineers.
The scheme is being substantially funded under Project Ireland 2040, Building Ireland's Future.
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