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Top: zebra crossings on the Blackditch Road. Above: South William Street<\/p><\/div>\n

\nTop: zebra crossings on the Blackditch Road. Left: South William Street<\/p>\n

Dublin City Council has officially rolled out a new type of pedestrian crossing in the city\u2014signage-only zebra crossings, eliminating the need for flashing beacons.<\/strong><\/em>
\nThis change follows updated Department of Transport regulations, allowing for a more cost-effective and efficient installation of pedestrian crossings across Dublin.<\/p>\n

Two of these new crossings have already been installed\u2014one on Blackditch Road, Ballyfermot, and another on South William Street\u2014with more planned throughout the year.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s Changing?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Under the revised legislation introduced in February 2024, zebra crossings can now rely solely on signage rather than traditional flashing beacons. In December 2024, the rules were further strengthened: vehicles must now stop and yield the right of way to pedestrians who are waiting to cross\u2014not just those already on the crossing.<\/p>\n

Dublin City Council is urging all road users to familiarize themselves with these new crossings, which will enhance pedestrian safety while streamlining the process of installing crossings in urban areas.<\/p>\n

Why the Change?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Traditionally, zebra crossings featured alternating black and white stripes and were marked by flashing amber beacons. However, a Department of Transport trial\u2014supported by the National Transport Authority\u2014proved that crossings could function safely without beacons. This led to the introduction of three types of zebra crossings:<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Type A:<\/strong> Traditional crossings with flashing amber beacons<\/li>\n
  • Type B:<\/strong> Crossings using signage only (RUS 066 sign with a fluorescent yellow border)<\/li>\n
  • Type C:<\/strong> Crossings with no beacons or signs, used in built-up areas with speed limits of 30km\/h or lower<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Dublin City Council is currently rolling out Type B Zebra Crossings, replacing flashing beacons with signage where appropriate. These will be installed in locations where:
    \u2714 The speed limit is 50 km\/h or lower
    \u2714 Traffic volumes are manageable (under 500 vehicles per hour without a refuge island, or 750 with one)
    \u2714 Good visibility and street lighting are in place
    \u2714 There is one traffic lane per direction<\/p>\n

    More Crossings on the Way<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    With two signage-only zebra crossings already in place, Dublin City Council plans to expand installations citywide<\/strong>, ensuring safer pedestrian movement while cutting down on the costs and complexities of traditional crossings.<\/p>\n

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