Tallinn is planning to build a new Pelguranna tram line to create a faster and more convenient connection between Põhja-Tallinn and the city center. From March 4 to 25, all interested parties can share their opinions on the project’s planning conditions via the Pelguranna tram website. These conditions will define the key requirements and guidelines for the construction of the tramway.

“Modern and comfortable trams running from Stroomi Beach to the city center will increase the value of the area and reduce residents’ daily reliance on cars. The new tram line will provide better access to Põhja-Tallinn’s kindergartens, schools, community center, youth center, Stroomi shopping center, and the beach. In addition, the tramway construction will allow for a comprehensive upgrade of Puhangu Street, adding more greenery and leisure areas,” explained Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski on the necessity of the tram line.

“In the 2030s, we will be able to extend the tramway from Puhangu Street towards Bekker-Meeruse via Pelguranna Street, significantly reducing congestion and improving residents’ quality of life. I would like to point out that studies, analyses, the 'Tallinn Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan' approved in 2023, and the new Põhja-Tallinn comprehensive plan all recommend Puhangu Street as a tram route,” said Deputy Mayor Pärtel-Peeter Pere, who is responsible for infrastructure development.

Until March 25, residents can review the draft and submit their suggestions via the website https://www.tallinn.ee/en/pelgurannatramm or from March 11 to March 25 in person at the Põhja-Tallinn District Government information hall (Kari 13, Tallinn). Project-related information, studies, and maps are also available on the Pelguranna tram website and at the district office.

“In the growing district of Põhja-Tallinn, it is crucial to develop a high-capacity public transport system that is separate from other traffic to address future mobility challenges caused by a growing population. The tram line will support independent mobility for everyone, whether they are eight or eighty years old,” said Tallinn’s chief architect Andro Mänd.

All submitted opinions and proposals will be analyzed and responded to. Where feasible, they will be incorporated into the final version of the design conditions. In April, the city will organize a public discussion to present the final draft of the project conditions.

It is important to note that the preparation of design criteria does not determine the final solution but rather establishes the fundamental requirements and guidelines to be considered in the planning and construction of the tramway.

The project is co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund and will be implemented from 2024 to 2029. The Ministry of Climate, with support from the European Union, will allocate nearly 20 million euros to Tallinn for the construction of the new Pelguranna tram line. Together with the city’s contribution, the total investment will exceed 28 million euros.