FAQ
What will the work include?
School of Arts Rd and Collins St will be upgraded from the roundabout at the intersection of Denham Boulevard, Queen St and School of Arts Rd through to the roundabout at the intersection of Lochie Dr, Penzance Dr and Collins St. Works will include widening the road, kerb and channel installation, drainage upgrades, installation of centre islands, provision of bike lanes, realignment of the intersection of School of Arts Rd and Collins St to remove the 90 degree bend and construction of concrete pathways.
How many lanes are being built?
The road will maintain the current two lane carriageway and provide on road cyclist facilities and parking.
What is the surface of the road going to be?
Will there be road lighting?
Is the drainage on School of Arts Rd going to be upgraded?
Are there going to be crossing points?
Two crossing points will be constructed on School of Arts Rd between Habitat Dr and Fielding Rd. These will allow safe access to the two upgraded bus stops and connect into existing pathway systems. Another crossing point will be constructed on Collins St just south of the pedestrian pathway exit from Karinya Court.
Will the road be closed during construction?
Why will the works take so long?
What will be the hours of work?
The work will generally be carried out during daylight hours from 6am to 6pm and 7am to 4 pm Saturday(as required)with traffic management speed and roadwork speed restrictions in place. No work will be undertaken on Sundays, Public holidays or at night unless by exception, such as need to undertake essential or emergency repair work.
How will the road intersection realignment at Collins and School of Arts affect access?
On completion access from School of Art Road (eastern end ) will also be realigned with a new exit into School of Arts. Temporary diversions may be required during construction.
What alternative access routes are available during construction?