The works, now over 70% complete, are being carried out on a section of the LP-202 road. Their primary goal is to enhance road safety and facilitate pedestrian traffic in an area heavily used by residents.
The project was tendered for 907,360 euros and is funded by the Canary Islands Development Fund (Fdcan). This intervention is part of the island's efforts to modernize its road network and adapt it to the population's real needs, especially in sections where the coexistence of vehicles and pedestrians requires safer solutions.
“"These types of projects not only increase the safety of those who travel along the road but also improve the quality of life by promoting more pleasant and safer mobility."
The initiative responds to a long-standing community demand, aiming to provide a safer and more comfortable pedestrian route in the section connecting El Llanito with Las Ledas, an environment that combines residential use, local traffic, and vehicular circulation. The Infrastructure Department of the Cabildo de La Palma is responsible for the planning and execution of these works.
The Fdcan, an economic instrument designed to promote territorial cohesion and development in the Canary Islands, has been crucial for the execution of this project. It translates into pedestrian infrastructure that improves local connectivity and reduces risks on a sensitive section of the LP-202.
Planned technical improvements include the installation of a mixed wood and metal safety barrier, as well as a wooden pedestrian protection railing. These solutions aim to integrate the project into the environment while offering greater safety. Additionally, the warranty period for the work has been extended from one to two years to cover potential future incidents.
