If you can, you’ll probably want to avoid Esplanade in early May, as workers wrap up construction of a major enhancement project.
The final phase of paving on Esplanade between Rogers and St. Andrews avenues is scheduled for May 1 to 9, the City of North Vancouver said in a statement. Work will happen Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., with paving and line painting work subject to change depending on weather.
The work is part of the Esplanade complete street project, an effort intended to make the arterial corridor safer for pedestrians and cyclists by widening sidewalks and adding protected mobility lanes. Work was originally slated to wrap up last summer, but the city said it faced delays due to supply and labour shortages.
During May’s paving work, the city said that single-lane vehicle traffic in both directions will be maintained, as will access to all nearby residences and businesses.
There will be rolling closures at Rogers, Lonsdale and St. Georges avenues, but the city said only one of the three intersections will be closed at a time.
“Delays of up to 30 minutes may occur for short periods at driveway access points,” the city said.
The city is directing cyclists to use an alternative route through Carrie Cates Court and along Victory Ship Way. Signage will be in place to show other routes, with flag personnel on site.
On-street parking will be restricted in the work zone, but transit access to Lonsdale Quay will be maintained.
“Some noise, vibration and dust should be expected,” reads the city’s statement.
“Every effort will be made to keep the site as compact and tidy as possible. Please respect detours and signage, which are in place for the safety of all workers and residents.”
A March 15 progress report was submitted to city council by the project manager. The update states that crews have addressed deficiencies like cracked concrete and damage caused by salt, while waiting for warmer weather required for paving.
Ongoing updates can be found on the city's website.
