The Office of Public Works have announced a public consultation to consider parking fees for the Phoenix Park.
Members of the public are invited to review a draft Strategy which includes 24 recommendations for the parking management in the Park. Among these recommendations is the introduction of parking charges across entirety of the Park, as well as the introduction of maximum durations of stay for parking.
According to the draft strategy: "Whilst divisive, the introduction of parking charges and increased control of parking operations (for example through the introduction of maximum durations of stay) can be used as a tool to promote use of a wider range of parking locations, encourage changes in user behaviour and support uptake of sustainable travel modes for travel to and from the Park".
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A new 40-space carpark has also been proposed close to Castleknock Gate, which will prioritise parking for those with mobility issues. These changes are due to the anticipated growth in visitor numbers in the medium- and long-term which the OPW believes may result in a future need to increase overall car parking provision either within or outside of the Park.
Minister of State Patrick O’Donovan encouraged both Dubs and visitors from further away to read the draft strategy. He said: "The Draft Parking Strategy seeks to protect and conserve the Phoenix Park, while enabling appropriate access and use by Dubliners and visitors from further away."
The public can participate in the public consultation for the next five weeks. To read more about it, go to the OPW's official website.
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