Public discussion on the Pelguranna tramline to take place on 6 May
The public discussion on the draft design conditions for the Pelguranna tramline will take place on 6 May at 17:30 at Tallinna Pelgulinna Riigigümnaasium. Experts will present feedback received on the draft, outline future plans, and answer participants' questions.
A total of 393 people submitted opinions on the draft, with the most common concerns relating to the necessity and route of the tramline, noise and vibration issues, as well as turnaround solutions. All interested parties are welcome to attend.
“We take residents' observations and expectations very seriously. To support meaningful dialogue, experts will provide an overview of the project at the discussion, answer questions, and introduce innovative noise and vibration mitigation measures that will ensure the new tramline fits well into the existing living environment,” said Tallinn Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski.
In the rapidly developing Põhja-Tallinn district, it is essential to develop public transport separated from other traffic to address future mobility challenges associated with population growth. The new tramline will provide convenient access to local kindergartens, schools, the district administration, Stroomi shopping centre, and the beach. In addition, the city will modernize Puhangu Street alongside the tramline construction, transforming it into an attractive and green urban space.
In March and April 2025, Norstat conducted a survey commissioned by Tallinn Strategic Management Office among adult residents of Põhja-Tallinn to gather insights into mobility options and the perceived need for the Pelguranna tramline. A total of 300 residents participated in the survey.
According to the survey results, 60% of Põhja-Tallinn's adult population is aware of where and how the new tramline is being planned, 33% have heard of the project but are not familiar with the details, and 8% had not heard about it at all.
“The most important finding is that 57% of local residents consider the new Pelguranna tramline to be fully or rather necessary for improving Põhja-Tallinn’s transport connections. One quarter finds it completely unnecessary, and 10% rather unnecessary. Residents believe that better connections, more frequent and better-timed public transport schedules, and more comfortable, cleaner, and safer public transport would encourage more frequent use,” said Riin Pärnamets from the Estonian Research Centre when presenting the results.
The draft design conditions for the Pelguranna tramline, frequently asked questions, the Norstat survey, and other relevant information are available on the Pelguranna tramline website: www.tallinn.ee/en/pelgurannatramm
“We take residents' observations and expectations very seriously. To support meaningful dialogue, experts will provide an overview of the project at the discussion, answer questions, and introduce innovative noise and vibration mitigation measures that will ensure the new tramline fits well into the existing living environment,” said Tallinn Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski.
In the rapidly developing Põhja-Tallinn district, it is essential to develop public transport separated from other traffic to address future mobility challenges associated with population growth. The new tramline will provide convenient access to local kindergartens, schools, the district administration, Stroomi shopping centre, and the beach. In addition, the city will modernize Puhangu Street alongside the tramline construction, transforming it into an attractive and green urban space.
In March and April 2025, Norstat conducted a survey commissioned by Tallinn Strategic Management Office among adult residents of Põhja-Tallinn to gather insights into mobility options and the perceived need for the Pelguranna tramline. A total of 300 residents participated in the survey.
According to the survey results, 60% of Põhja-Tallinn's adult population is aware of where and how the new tramline is being planned, 33% have heard of the project but are not familiar with the details, and 8% had not heard about it at all.
“The most important finding is that 57% of local residents consider the new Pelguranna tramline to be fully or rather necessary for improving Põhja-Tallinn’s transport connections. One quarter finds it completely unnecessary, and 10% rather unnecessary. Residents believe that better connections, more frequent and better-timed public transport schedules, and more comfortable, cleaner, and safer public transport would encourage more frequent use,” said Riin Pärnamets from the Estonian Research Centre when presenting the results.
The draft design conditions for the Pelguranna tramline, frequently asked questions, the Norstat survey, and other relevant information are available on the Pelguranna tramline website: www.tallinn.ee/en/pelgurannatramm