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Current construction projects
Adelaide Street Underpass
The City is planning to reconstruct Adelaide Street from Central Avenue to McMahen Street. This will include an underpass beneath the CP Rail tracks, nearby intersection improvements and active transportation connections with wide multi-use paths added on both sides of the roadway.
Learn more about the Adelaide Street underpass
Contact us
Please contact Max Kireev at mkireev@london.ca or by calling 519-661-2489 x 5560.
Annual Sidewalk Program
Each year, the City identifies high-priority areas and develops a sidewalk plan. Building new sidewalk connections make communities more accessible for everyone, regardless of age or ability.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ANNUAL SIDEWALK PROGRAM
This year, eight areas have been prioritized as part of the City's Annual Sidewalk Program.
Ashland Avenue
Location
Ashland Avenue from Wilton Avenue to CN Rail Tracks.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Base Line Road
Location
Base Line Road from West Street to Beachwood Avenue .
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Cleveland Avenue
Location
Cleveland Avenue from Burlington Street to Cairn Street.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Eden Avenue
Location
Eden Avenue from Nixon Avenue to Verulam Street .
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Hillcrest Avenue
Location
Hillcrest Avenue from Regal Drive to Highbury Avenue North.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Regent Street
Location
Regent Street from William Street to Adelaide Street.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Royal York Road
Location
Royal York Road from Queen Mary Crescent to Hyde Park Road.
.Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Vesta Road
Location
Vesta Road from Fuller Street to Hillcrest Avenue.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Audrey Avenue Road Reconstruction
The City will be replacing the sidewalk, curb and gutter, and asphalt on Audrey Avenue.
The Work
- sidewalk replacement
- curb and gutter replacement
- asphalt replacement
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in spring 2023 and last until approximately summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Deris Dow at ddow@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 8440.
Blakie Road Road Extension
The City will be reconstructing Blakie Road from Meadowbrook Drive to Breck Avenue to install a new sanitary sewer and watermain, and construct a road connecting the existing portions of Blakie Road.
The Work
- watermain extension
- sanitary sewer replacement
- box culvert installation over creek
- new concrete curbs
- new asphalt road surface
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in winter 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately spring 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Blair Massshelein bmassche@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 4849.
Burlington Street and Paymaster Avenue Reconstruction
The City is reconstructing Burlington Street from Scenic Drive to Burlington Crescent, and Paymaster Avenue in its entirety to improve the quality and reliability of water, sewer and road infrastructure, which includes the installation of new curbs and gutters.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2021 and is anticipated to last until approximately late-fall 2021 with some minor work in clean-up work in spring 2023.
The work
- watermain replacement including water service renewal to the property line
- storm and sanitary sewer replacement
- partial replacement of existing private drain connections
- new sidewalk installation on Paymaster Avenue and replacement of existing sidewalk on Burlington Street
- concrete curb and gutter replacement
- new asphalt road surface.
Contact us
Please contact Sam Haynes at shaynes@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 4733.
Churchill Avenue and Manitoba Street Road Reconstruction
The City will be reconstructing Churchill Avenue from Spruce Street to Vancouver Street and Manitoba Street from Churchill Avenue to Dundas Street to replace aging infrastructure, which has exceeded its expected lifecycle.
The Work
- watermain replacement including water service renewal to the property line
- sanitary and storm sewer replacement
- partial replacement of existing private drain connections
- sidewalk replacement
- new concrete curbs and gutters
- new asphalt road surface
- on-street parking reinstatement
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2022 with minor clean-up work in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Larry Davidson at ldavidso@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2101.
Cycling Projects
This year, the City is planning to add more than 15 kilometres of new bike lanes and continue to improve the cycling network.
Bradley Avenue Cycle Track
The City of London is expanding the cycling network by adding a cycle track to Bradley Avenue between Jalna Boulevard and Wellington Road. The project will accommodate all ages and abilities; enhance connections to nearby parks, schools and green spaces, and support different forms of mobility. Construction is currently planned to take place in 2023.
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in summer 2023 and last until approximately fall 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Josh Gardiner at jgardiner@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7365.
Central Avenue Cycling and Resurfacing Improvements
The City of London plans to install new cycling infrastructure on Central Avenue this summer. The Central Avenue Cycling and Resurfacing Improvements project, which is part of the City of London's Cycling Master Plan, will add new cycling facilities on Central Avenue between Richmond Street and William Street, and resurface Central Avenue from Maitland Street to William Street.
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in summer 2023 and last until approximately fall 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Josh Gardiner at jgardiner@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7365.
Cheapside Street Cycling Improvements
The City of London plans to install new cycling infrastructure on Cheapside Street this summer to fill an important gap in the cycling network and complete a priority project in the City of London's Cycling Master Plan. The project will provide cycling facilities on Cheapside Street between Richmond Street and Adelaide Street through a combination of in-boulevard, protected, and painted cycling lanes on both sides of the road.
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in summer 2023 and last until approximately fall 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Josh Gardiner at jgardiner@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7365.
North Extension of Colborne Street Bike Lanes (Oxford Street East to Cheapside Street)
The City of London is adding cycling infrastructure improvements to Colborne Street between Oxford Street East and Cheapside Street, with construction tentatively scheduled for spring of 2023. This work builds on the existing bike lanes on Colborne Street that extend from Horton Street East to Oxford Street East.
The proposed design would add painted bike lanes (one northbound and one southbound) from 75 metres north of Oxford Street East to 20 metres north of Cheapside Street, where cyclists and motorists currently share space in mixed traffic lanes. On-street parking will be restricted from Colborne Street to accommodate the new bike lanes
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in summer 2023 and last until approximately fall 2023.
Contact us
Please contact John Bos at jbos@london.c or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 7348.
Denlaw Road Road Reconstruction
The City will be replacing the sidewalk, curb and gutter, and asphalt on Denlaw Road.
The Work
- sidewalk replacement
- curb and gutter replacement
- asphalt replacement
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in summer 2022 with minor clean-up work in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Deris Dow at ddow@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 8440.
Downtown Loop Phase 2 (Queens Avenue and Ridout Street)
The City is adding rapid transit elements and transportation improvements to ease congestion and improve safety and efficiency downtown.
Learn more about the downtown loop
Contact us
Please contact Alex Williams at awilliams@london.ca or by calling 519-661-2489 x 1788.
East London Link Phase 1 (King Street to Lyle Street)
The City is adding rapid transit elements and transportation improvements to ease congestion and improve safety and efficiency from Downtown to Fanshawe College.
Learn more about the east london link
Contact us
Please contact Alex Williams at awilliams@london.ca or by calling 519-661-2489 x 1788.
English Street Reconstruction
The City is reconstructing English Street from Dundas Street to Princess Avenue and Lorne Avenue from English Street to approximately 100 metres east of the intersection to improve water, sewer and road infrastructure, and install a new asphalt road surface.
The work
- Replacement of watermain, sanitary sewers and water services
- Partial replacement of existing sewer private drain connections
- Storm sewer and road drainage improvements including installing curb-inlet catchbasins and implementing new stormwater management features
- New asphalt road surface, concrete curb & gutter, and concrete sidewalks
- Implementing dedicated bicycle lanes on English Street between Dundas Street and Queens Avenue
- Reconfiguring the Queens Avenue at English Street intersection to incorporate safety improvements
- Narrowing the road asphalt width from Queens Avenue to Princess Avenue as a measure to reduce traffic speeds; maintaining two-way traffic and on-street parking
- Implementing heritage style street lighting enhancements, maintaining green space boulevards wherever possible, and incorporating heritage features such as stamped street names in the concrete sidewalks and heritage style street name signs.
- Coordinating and incorporating elements of the Lorne Avenue Park Development into the English Street construction project
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in April 2021 and minor clean up work is anticipated to last until approximately until spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Larry Davidson at ldavidso@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2101.
Hastings Drive
The City will be repairing sidewalks and replacing concrete curb and gutter and asphalt on Hastings Drive.
The Work
- sidewalk repair
- curb and gutter replacement
- asphalt replacement
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in October 2022 and is anticipated to last until approximately spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Kyle Fairhurst at kfairhur@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2496.
Glen Cairn Area Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City will be upgrading the sewer system and renewing the street to improve water, sewer, and road infrastructure quality in Glen Cairn Area:
- Thompson Road to Chesterfield Avenue
- Thompson Road to Shirl Street
- Chesterfield Avenue to Gladstone Avenue
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2022 with minor clean-up work in 2023.
Contact us
Please contact James Ramsay at jramsay@london.ca or by phone at 226-448-1050.
Grosvenor Street Road Reconstruction
The City will be replacing the sidewalk, curb and gutter, and asphalt on Grosvenor Street.
The Work
- sidewalk replacement
- curb and gutter replacement
- asphalt replacement
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in spring 2023 and last until approximately fall 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Deris Dow at ddow@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 8440.
Hansuld Street and Dale Street Infrastructure Renewal
The City will be reconstructing Hansuld Street from Second Street to Dale Street and Dale Street from Hansuld Street to Second street to replace aging infrastructure, which has exceeded its expected lifecycle.
The Work
- watermain replacement including water service renewal to the property line
- sanitary and storm sewer replacement
- partial replacement of existing private drain connections
- sanitary pumping station replacement
- sidewalk replacement
- new concrete curbs and gutters
- new asphalt road surface
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in summer 2022 and is anticipated to last until summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Larry Davidson at ldavidso@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2101.
Hickson Avenue and Belgrave Avenue Road Reconstruction
The City will be reconstructing Hickson Avenue from Ridout Street to Balgrave Avenue, and Balgrave Avenue from Chester Street to Hickson Avenue to improve water, sewer and road infrastructure, and install a new asphalt road surface.
Anticipated timeline
Construction was completed in fall 2022, with minor carry-over work in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Sam Haynes at shaynes@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 4733.
Kilworth Bridge Rehabilitation
The City of London and County of Middlesex will be rehabilitating the Kilworth bridge to repair deck drains and girders. During construction, travel across the bridge will be reduced to a single lane of alternating traffic to provide safe space to complete the work.
The rehabilitation of Kilworth bridge will address some concerned areas, primarily under the bridge.
To prepare for the rehabilitation, there will be protective fencing placed along the river banks this spring which will remain in place until the fall.
Anticipated timeline
The bridge rehabilitation construction started March 2023 and will last until summer 2023. The anticipated construction schedule is listed below:
- Installation of wildlife exclusionary measures: March 1, 2023
- Construction starts: April 1, 2023
- Construction ends: June 2023
Transportation impacts
The bridge will be open to all motorists and cyclists in both directions. Travel across the bridge will be limited to a single lane of alternating traffic controlled by temporary traffic signals. Motorists should be prepared for some traffic delays. Old River Road will be closed at the Glendon Drive intersection.
Contact us
Please contact Andrew O'Brien aobrien@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 4015.
Mornington Storm Water Management Pond Expansion
The City will be reconstructing Salisbury Street from Quebec Street to Glasgow Street, Glasgow Street from Salisbury Street to Connaught Avenue, and Connaught Avenue from Glasgow Street to the west entrance of Mornington Park, to improve water, sewer and road infrastructure. This project will also expand the Mornington Storm Water Management system to better protect the community against flooding and the environment.
Learn more about the Mornington Strom Water Management Pond Expansion
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2021 and is anticipated to last until approximately fall 2022.
Contact us
Please contact James Ramsay at jramsay@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2668.
Pottersburg Phase 1 Reconstruction
The City will be reconstructing Dundas Street from Spanner Street to Burdick Place, Spruce Street from its north end to Dundas Street and Burdick Place in its entirety to improve water, sewer and road infrastructure, which includes the installation of new curbs.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2022 and is anticipated to last until summer 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Larry Davidson at ldavidso@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2101.
Regent Street and William Street Phase 2
The City will be reconstructing Regent Street from William Street to Maitland Street, and William Street from Huron Street to Regent Street to improve water, sewer and road infrastructure, and install a new asphalt road surface.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2022, with minor clean-up work in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Larry Davidson at ldavidso@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2101.
Southdale Road West and Bostwick Road Improvements
The City will be reconstructing Southdale Road West from Pine Valley Boulevard to approximately 300 metres west of Bostwick Road, and Bostwick Road from Southdale Road West to approximately 130 metres south of Southdale Road West.
This project will include installing wider sidewalks, in-boulevard bike lanes and widening the road from two to four lanes while simultaneously upgrading sewers and watermains underground.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2022 and is anticipated to last until 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Hisham Ali at hali@london.ca or by calling 519-661-2489 x 1345.
Thorncrest Crescent Reconstruction
The City of London is planning to reconstruct Thorncrest Crescent off of Beachwood Avenue to replace aging infrastructure that has exceeded its expected lifecycle.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2022, with minor clean-up work in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Sam Haynes at shaynes@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 4733.
Valleyview Avenue Reconstruction
The City of London is planning to reconstruct Valleyview Avenue to replace aging infrastructure that has exceeded its expected lifecycle.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2022, with minor clean-up work in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Gage Gonyou at ggonyou@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 8411.
Victoria Bridge Replacement
The City will be replacing Victoria Bridge, located on Ridout Street South, and spans the South Branch of the Thames River, just south of Horton Street.
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in summer 2022 and is anticipated to last until approximately fall 2023.
Contact us
Please contact James Ramsay at jramsay@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2668.
Victoria Street Reconstruction
The City will be reconstructing Victoria Street from Lombardo Avenue to west end to replace aging infrastructure, which has exceeded its expected lifecycle.
The Work
- watermain replacement including water service renewal to the property line
- sanitary and storm sewer replacement
- partial replacement of existing private drain connections
- sanitary pumping station replacement
- sidewalk replacement
- new concrete curbs and gutters
- new asphalt road surface
- rain gardens in the boulevard
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2022, with minor clean-up work in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Max Kireev at mkireev@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 5560.
Wychwood Place Road Reconstruction
The City will be replacing the sidewalk, curb and gutter, and asphalt on Wychwood Place.
The Work
- sidewalk replacement
- curb and gutter replacement
- asphalt replacement
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in summer 2022, with minor clean-up work in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Deris Dow at ddow@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 8440.
Upcoming construction
Fanshawe Park Road and Richmond Street Intersection Improvements
The City is preparing to reconstruct the intersection of Fanshawe Park Road and Richmond Street, starting in spring of 2023. Construction is anticipated to extend along Richmond Street from Jacksway Crescent to the north leg of North Centre Road, and on Fanshawe Park Road East between the east and west legs of North Centre Road.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately summer 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Violetta Sypien at vsypien@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 1922.
Foster Avenue Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City will be reconstructing Foster Avenue, from Edinburgh Street to Oxford Street West, to replace aging infrastructure that has met its expected lifecycle.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately fall 2023, with minor clean-up work and surface asphalt paving in spring 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Josh Robinson at jrobinso@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 0122
Lyle Street and Elizabeth Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City will be reconstructing Lyle Street from King Street to Dundas Street and Elizabeth Street from Dundas Street to Queens Avenue to replace aging infrastructure that has met its expected lifecycle.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and last until approximately fall 2023, with minor clean-up work and asphalt paving in spring 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Josh Robinson at jrobinso@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 0122
McKenzie Avenue, Baker Street, Windsor Avenue and Belgrave Avenue Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City will be replacing aging infrastructure that has met its expected lifecycle.
The Work
- Watermain replacement
- Water service replacement to property lines
- Sanitary sewer replacement
- Storm sewer replacement
- Partial replacement of existing private drain connections (PDC)
- Tree removals
- Sidewalk replacement
- Concrete curb and gutter replacement
- New asphalt road surface
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in spring 2023 and last until approximately fall 2023, with minor clean-up work in spring 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Andrew O'Brien at aobrien@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 4015
Mud Creek Phase 2
The City will create an improved naturalized and stable channel corridor to enhance the ecological environment for wildlife; along with new recreational pathway connections, and naturalized landscaping to enhance walkability and the public amenity space between the CN Rail embankment northerly to Oxford Street and the construction of a new Oxford Street culvert.
LEARN MORE ABOUT MUD CREEK PHASE 2
Anticipated timeline
The project is currently in the detailed design phase. Construction is anticipated to start in summer 2023 and last until approximately summer 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Paul Titus at ptitus@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 4948.
Paardeberg Crescent, Rhine Avenue, and Flanders Row Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City will be reconstructing Paardeberg Crescent, Rhine Avenue and Flanders Row to replace aging infrastructure that has met its expected lifecycle.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately fall 2023, with minor clean-up work in spring 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Crystal McQuinn at cmcquinn@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 4472
Platt's Lane Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City will be reconstructing Platt's Lane from Cherryhill Place to Oxford Street West to replace aging infrastructure that has met its expected lifecycle.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately fall 2023, with minor clean-up work in spring 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Alex Corpodean at acorpodean@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 8437
Quebec Street Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City will be reconstructing Quebec Street from Oxford Street East to the Canadian Pacific rail line to replace aging infrastructure that has met its expected lifecycle.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately fall 2023, with minor clean-up work in spring 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Crystal McQuinn at cmcquinn@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 4472
St Julien Street, Hume Street and Major Street Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City had planned to reconstruct St. Julien Street from Major Street to Trafalgar Street, Major Street from Hyla Street to Hume Street, and Hume Street from Major Street to Trafalgar Street in 2022. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, the City is deferring planned construction of this project to 2023.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately fall 2023, with minor clean-up work in 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Doug Law at dlaw@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 5896
Southdale Road West and Colonel Talbot Road Improvements
The City of London is preparing to reconstruct the intersection at Southdale Road West and Colonel Talbot Road, beginning in spring of 2023. The project will reconfigure the intersection as a roundabout, and will add active transportation infrastructure improvements, including in-boulevard bike paths and pedestrian sidewalks. The roundabout will also feature plantings and greenery in its central island. The design aims to improve comfort and safety for all road users and help accommodate existing and future travel demand.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Violetta Sypien at vsypien@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 1922.
Wharncliffe Road South Improvements
The City of London is planning improvements for Wharncliffe Road South from north of the Thames River to Springbank Drive.
Whitehall Drive Infrastructure Renewal Project
The City will be reconstructing Whitehall Drive, from Vancouver Street to Atkinson Boulevard, to replace aging infrastructure that has met its expected lifecycle.
Anticipated timeline
Construction started in spring 2023 and is anticipated to last until approximately fall 2023, with minor clean-up work and asphalt paving in 2024.
Contact us
Please contact Josh Robinson at jrobinso@london.ca or by phone at (519) 661-2489 x 0122
Windermere Road Reconstruction
The City will be replacing and repairing aging layers of asphalt, installing new sidewalk and repairing the storm sewer on Windermere Road between Corley Drive and Ryersie Road.
The Work
- asphalt replacement
- install new sidewalk
Anticipated timeline
Construction is anticipated to start in spring 2023 and last until approximately fall 2023.
Contact us
Please contact Kyle Fairhurst at kfairhur@london.ca or by phone at 519-661-2489 x 2496.
Frequently asked questions
Learn more about construction projects
How can I be informed about ongoing construction/ traffic interruptions?
The City provides an interactive map (Renew London) which is updated with information on any transportation impacts. Information is provided on each transportation impact and a City employee that can be contacted for more information.
What guidelines does the City use when designing these road projects?
The City follows the Complete Streets Design model.
A complete street is an environment that is safe and accessible for all road users. The City wants roads to meet everyone’s needs. Streets will feature high-quality pedestrian spaces and integrate seamlessly with transit, cycling networks, and motorists.
The engineering team will design roads that connect everyone and support active and green transportation.
For more information, please consult our Complete Streets Design manual.
Will I be able to cycle through the construction area?
This depends on the project. All road traffic detours will take bicycles into account, and in some cases crews will set up cycling-specific signage to help cyclists navigate the construction. If possible, bike lanes will remain open in the project area.
How is accessibility addressed in the construction zone?
The City is being proactive with our pedestrian accessibility measures and actively collecting feedback related to the construction zone. While the AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) does not lay out specific requirements for construction zones, the City does make every effort to maintain a safe and passable route for all users.
Why Doesn’t the City Work 24/7?
The City has to balance the desire to complete work quickly with the interests of people living nearby who would be impacted by construction taking place late into the evening or overnight.
Even when neighbouring residents would not be affected by construction after 7:00 p.m., the City must also consider the additional cost. There can be a significant cost premium to work extra hours meaning that fewer projects might be completed for the same amount of money.
Are Projects Typically Completed on Time and Under Budget?
Most work is completed on time and on (or even under) budget. In recent years, a large percentage of the construction projects managed by the City were completed on time and on budget.
But sometimes there are good reasons why they might take longer than expected to complete. Schedules are set before the work begins, and once construction starts, crews might discover issues at the site that were unknown and unexpected. The schedule has to be adjusted to allow time to do work that wasn’t originally anticipated.
It’s also important to remember that the City isn’t the only organization that is doing work in the roadway. In fact, the City encourages utilities and other agencies to plan their work immediately preceding or following the City’s work. While that type of planning and coordination can produce cost-savings, and reduce the disruption caused by construction, there are times when the work that is being done ahead of the City isn’t finished on time. In that case, the City must adjust its construction schedule to recognize that sometimes delays are beyond its control.
Is the City Responsible for all Work Completed on City Property?
While a significant amount of work is completed by the City such as underground construction on watermains and sewers, work on the surface involving construction of roads and sidewalks, and above-ground work on traffic signals, a large amount of work is non-City work and is completed by utilities and telecom companies. Because those organizations share the roadway with the City, their work can often lead to the temporary closure of lanes of traffic.
The City makes every effort to manage the timing of non-City construction, but it cannot prevent that work from taking place. Therefore, the City works closely with those organizations to encourage them to stage or bundle their work with other construction that is planned in the same location.