Why Open for Inspection Again?
The calculation rules for noise have changed. Therefore, the province re-examined in 2024 how much noise there is at homes and other noise-sensitive buildings on the Mansholtlaan, Rooseveltweg, and Nijenoord Allee.
Existing Screen 1 Meter Higher and 25 Meters Longer
The research shows that it is an effective measure for adjacent homes on the Nijenoord Allee to raise the existing noise screen by 1 meter. For a few homes in the Tarthorst neighborhood, where the western entrance of the tunnel comes, this is not enough. A higher value is needed there. Therefore, the province conducted additional noise research at the request of the municipality of Wageningen. It was examined whether extending the existing noise screen further towards the tunnel pit would help.
This additional research shows that if the screen is extended by 25 meters, the noise at these homes remains within the permitted limit and no higher value is needed. This adjustment will be included in the plans.
Draft Decision Municipality of Wageningen
On September 2, 2025, the municipality of Wageningen made a new draft decision regarding the higher values. The residents of the affected homes have already been informed about this.
For some homes, a higher value was initially needed, but now it is no longer necessary. Some residents find this pleasant, while others do not. Because if no higher value is needed, there will be no follow-up research. This research can sometimes lead to measures to the home, such as additional insulation. Therefore, the municipality wants to continue the process for these homes as if a higher value is needed. The residents have received prior notice about this.
Draft Decision Environmental Service
For the adjustments to the Mansholtlaan, a new draft decision is also needed due to the new calculation rules. The Environmental Service Region Nijmegen made a new draft decision on September 3, 2025.
Open for Inspection
Both draft decisions are open for inspection until October 22, 2025. Everyone may respond by submitting a statement of views via this form. If you have previously responded and your opinion remains the same, you do not need to submit a statement of views again.
More information about submitting a statement of views can be found in the announcement.
You can find the draft decisions in the announcement or on this page.