Stage 4 - Surface works and driveway access letter
Please be advised that on or about July 17, 2024, crews will begin working on string line setup for upcoming installation of concrete curb and gutter to follow on Stage 4 of Sherwood. This affects Sherwood Avenue from Suffolk Avenue to Beck Street.
Driveway access during concrete work
The contractor estimates that driveway access will be lost for about 3-5 weeks while concrete curb and gutter, concrete sidewalk, concrete driveway ramps and asphalt road paving is planned to occur. The duration of lost driveway access is due to several factors including:
- time required for crews to complete their work
- time required for concrete to properly cure to reach its proper strength
- subcontractor’s schedule
- and other unforeseen factors such as weather
Crews will work diligently to complete this work in a timely manner. Wood planks/bridges may be constructed at various points along the site, by the contractor, over the newly poured concrete sidewalks to provide pedestrian access to properties.
On street parking
During reconstruction, temporary parking permits have been issued to displaced residents to allow on-street parking when needed. The permits list streets for parking options as you will be permitted to park longer than 3 hours and overnight. Permits are to be displayed on the dash of your vehicle. Ensure that your vehicle is parked in permitted areas only and that you do not interfere with any construction operations. Vehicles parked within the construction limits will need to be moved before 7am every morning.
We communicate with the Bylaw Enforcement team to ensure residents displaced by construction are noted, although illegal parking and/or safety related issues will continue to be enforced. If you require parking enforcement, please contact 519-741-2345. If you have any inquiries or require additional permits, please speak to the site inspector for further direction or contact the construction project manager directly.
Accessibility requirements
Please let the project manager know of any accessibility requirements. They will work together with the contractor to arrange suitable accommodations. This could include (but not limited to) accessibility parking needs, moving in or out of your residence, special deliveries, etc.
Curbside waste collection
For curbside waste collection, please write your address on all your containers and have out to curbside by 6 a.m. on your collection day. The contractor is responsible to ensure pickup of your waste items and return your containers within a reasonable amount of time after collection occurs.
Contact information
City of Kitchener Project Manager
Eric Costa – 519-741-2200 ext. 7414
Consultant Project Manager – Arcadis
Matt Stone – 705-801-5776
Consultant Construction Inspector – Arcadis
Romana Schedler – 519-501-1531
Contractor – J Weber
Murray Childerhose – 519-658-3750
Corporate Contact Centre (24 hour)
519-741-2345
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this project.
