Project Details

As part of the City of Kitchener’s ongoing efforts to consistent and reliable service, we have scheduled road and sewer improvements in your neighbourhood on the street(s) listed above.

These improvements are scheduled to begin, on or about, May 1, 2023, with an estimated completion date on or about August 31, 2023; subject to Council budget approval in early 2023. Once a schedule for construction has been confirmed you will be notified. You will also be notified closer to the date construction is scheduled to start on your section of the street, and also how long access to your driveway will be affected.

The specific improvements scheduled for this street are:

Upgrade the existing storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water mains, including additional hydrants.

• Replace existing sanitary and water services from the new mains to the property line.
• Curb and gutter, and sidewalks will be installed.
• Upgrade the asphalt roadway.
• Replace all driveway ramp entrances in concrete.
• Install and/or replace retaining walls.

The City is proposing some elements of the “Complete Streets” approach including a narrower roadway and wider sidewalks on both sides of the street. The roadway asphalt width will be reduced from 9.0m to 7.0m from Ottawa Street to Sheldon Avenue, except for on either side of the intersection with Randerson Avenue where the width will be 6.0m. No changes to on-street parking are currently expected. The width of the sidewalk on both sides of the street will be increased from the existing width of 1.5m to 1.8m.

These improvements are being done to upgrade the existing, deteriorated underground services and above-ground surface features, in order to prevent future system failure. The project will be funded through utility user fees and will not result in a direct charge to the homeowner.

In order to carry out these improvements, it will be necessary to close this street to through traffic. Prior to any road closure, signs will be posted on the approaching streets advising motorists of the date and the duration of the closure.

Pedestrian access will be maintained to all properties at all times and vehicular access to all properties within the construction area will be maintained for as long as possible. On-street parking permits, which will allow parking on adjacent side streets, will be hand-delivered to affected homes before vehicular access is cut off.

Presentation materials outlining project details have been posted for viewing of all members of the public including owners and residents that will be directly affected by the proposed improvements. .

Before construction starts, an inspection of the existing homes and businesses will be undertaken to determine the condition of the buildings in the construction area. The selected consulting firm will contact you directly to arrange for a voluntary inspection of the exterior and interior of your building. This inspection is done to protect the property owner.