The extension to Burton Hall Road, from its junction with Blackthorn Avenue through to Leopardstown Road, opened in January 2014. This new entrance and exit from Sandyford onto the Leopardstown Road alleviates traffic congestion particularly during peak times reducing travel times for commuters. The project involved the construction of 0.2km of road including cycle tracks, upgraded footpaths, installation of a signal controlled junction at Leopardstown Road, new 450mm diameter foul sewer, upgrade to watermains, landscaping, public lighting, road drainage, road markings and signage.