Killarney’s urban road network was described as being in an "awful state" this week as four of the town’s seven elected councillors tabled motions demanding urgent repairs.

While several councillors also highlighted deteriorating conditions on rural routes, the focus remained on major town arteries.

Park Road and Ardshanavooley Cllr Maura Moloney called for safety improvements at the exit from Ardshanavooley and Conroy Hall.

She warned that the current layout forces drivers to cross the centre white line to turn left, requiring traffic to be clear from both sides to exit safely.

The Council replied that the Park Road Active Travel scheme is still under construction and safety audits will be carried out upon completion to identify if further adjustments are needed.
St Margaret’s Road

Cllr Brendan Cronin demanded a complete resurface of St Margaret’s Road and a new footpath from Coollegrean Park toward Ballydowney.

He questioned if development levies from recent planning permissions could fund the work.

The Council confirmed that the road is on the "Reserve List" for the current 3-Year
Programme and noted that levies from a recent planning application have been earmarked for active travel facilities on the route.

Mill Road

Cllr John O’Donoghue highlighted that Mill Road is "beginning to deteriorate badly," specifically requesting road edge surfacing and a survey of roadside trees that appear at risk of falling.

The Council stated that Mill Road will be submitted for inclusion in the 2026 Restoration Maintenance Programme, with works subject to approval.

Ross Road
Cllr Niall Kelleher pushed for an urgent upgrade of the Ross Road. In response, the Council confirmed the road will be included in the next three-year programme.