Limerick transport plan could restore two-way traffic and remove 200 parking spaces

Council proposals also include new bus-only corridors, active travel improvements and the potential removal of around 200 parking spaces

Public consultation opens on Limerick city centre transport plan with two-way traffic proposals.

A public consultation has opened on proposals for a new Limerick city centre transport plan, which could see several major streets return to two-way traffic.

Limerick City and County Council has issued a public consultation outlining proposals that identify and prioritise changes to the city's current transport arrangements.

Among the key proposals are the reintroduction of two-way traffic on Henry Street, Sarsfield Street and William Street, as well as a northbound two-way bus-only corridor on O'Connell Street.

Under the plan, Henry Street would be designated a bus priority and general traffic corridor, with the road reconfigured to accommodate two-way movements for both buses and general traffic.

The proposals also include two-way traffic around Arthur's Quay Shopping Centre, alongside enhanced active travel facilities on O'Connell Street.

Bus priority and active travel

To prioritise bus services, particularly the proposed BusConnects Limerick network redesign, several streets would have general traffic removed and instead become two-way bus-only corridors.

These include O'Connell Street, Shannon Street, Roches Street (between O'Connell Street and Anne Street), Glentworth Street, and Sexton Street (between Wickham Street and Presentation Court).

The proposals were developed by Limerick City and County Council, in conjunction with the National Transport Authority (NTA), as required under the Limerick Development Plan 2022–2028.

Meanwhile, Hyde Road would also become two-way to facilitate active travel measures and/or a bus corridor.

Parking changes

The consultation also states that up to 200 parking spaces could be removed to facilitate improved pedestrian infrastructure, bus priority measures, cycle infrastructure and public realm enhancements.

Limerick mayor John Moran said: “For too long, our city centre has carried the legacy of a layout designed for a different era. By identifying better ways to traverse the city, we can free up space to unlock more people-focused places – enhancing the everyday experiences for those living, working, and visiting Limerick”.

The proposals are on public display at the council's Merchants Quay and Dooradoyle offices.

Submissions or observations must be made to Limerick City and County Council by October 12, 2026.

The proposals are also available to view online, here.