Bathurst Street & Lake Shore Boulevard Construction

December 2024 – Pre Construction Notice

January 2025 – Construction Notice

February 2025 – Virtual Public Information Event

Date: February 12, 2025

Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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The work area extends along Bathurst Street from south of Housey Street to just south of Lake Shore Boulevard.

Work Hours

Work will take place 24 hours, 7 days a week. Excavation activities and heavy breaking will be carried out at various times throughout the day. All concrete breaking activities will occur between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. Concrete breaking work is the most disruptive and will typically last the first 1-2 days for each phase of construction. Around-the-clock work during rail installation by TTC is required to preserve the integrity and quality of new rail and concrete. Overnight rail work by TTC may consist of moving new rail into position, rail installation and rail welding / grinding.

Water Service Disruptions

From time-to-time, the water supply to properties will be shut-off to complete construction; The City’s contractor will provide notice at least 48-hours in advance. When water is shut off, it is recommended that you temporarily disconnect any water treatment systems (i.e. softeners or filters), water-cooled air conditioners or similar plumbing fixtures. In the event you did not receive advance notice, the City may have needed to use an emergency water shut off to complete work.

Deliveries

The City has been working with businesses and property management representatives to accommodate delivery and loading activities during construction. If you have not yet discussed your delivery needs with the project team, please contact the staff person listed on this web page as soon as possible.

Accessibility Accommodation

The City’s contractor must ensure safe and accessible walkways and entryways are maintained for everyone during construction. Any temporary access disruptions will be communicated as soon as possible. If you experience a disruption, have a specific access need or related accommodation request, contact the person listed on this web page.

Schedule and Travel Impacts

The project is expected to begin in mid February and is expected to be complete by June.

Phase 1a – Watermain Replacement – Mid February to March

• Work will include watermain replacement work on north side of Bathurst Street through the intersection of Lake Shore Boulevard.
• One lane of traffic maintained in each direction through the work zone.
• No turning movements permitted at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Lake Shore Boulevard.
• Eastbound left-turn restriction on Fleet Street at Bathurst Street.
• Temporary closures of sidewalks may be required. Pedestrian detours and signage will be in place. Access to businesses and properties will be maintained.

Phase 1b – Watermain Replacement – March to mid March

• Work will include watermain replacement work on south side of Bathurst Street through the intersection of Lake Shore Boulevard.
• One lane of traffic in each direction through the work zone.
• No turning movements at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Lake Shore Boulevard
• Eastbound left-turn restriction on Fleet Street at Bathurst Street.
• Temporary closures of sidewalks may be required.
  Pedestrian detours and signage will be in place. Access to businesses and properties will be maintained.

Phase 2 – TTC Streetcar Track replacement –  Mid March to Mid April

• Crews will replace the streetcar tracks that runs north along Bathurst Street and through the north side of the intersection.
• Crews will complete streetscape improvements on Fleet Street.
• No south bound travel on Bathurst Street from south of Housey Street through to Lake Shore Boulevard (local access only)
• One travel lane will be maintained in each direction on Lake Shore Boulevard.
• No turning movements at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Lake Shore Boulevard.
• Eastbound left-turn restriction on Fleet Street at Bathurst Street.
• Temporary closures of sidewalks may be required. Pedestrian detours and signage will be in place. Access to businesses and properties will be maintained.

Phase 3 – TTC Streetcar Track replacement – Mid April to June

• Crews will replace the streetcar tracks that runs south along Bathurst Street and through the south side of the intersection.
• At a minimum, one travel lane will be maintained in each direction on Bathurst Street and on Lake Shore Boulevard.
• No turning movements at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Lake Shore Boulevard.
• Temporary closures of sidewalks may be required. Pedestrian detours and signage will be in place. Access to businesses and properties will be maintained.

Restoration & TTC Streetcar Commissioning – End of June

• The City’s contractor will restore all areas affected by construction.
• All travel lanes will be open, however localized lane closures may be required. Pedestrian access will be maintained.

To accommodate this project, the TTC must temporarily divert 509 Harbourfront and 511 Bathurst streetcars away from the active work zone at the Bathurst Street, Fleet Street and Lake Shore Boulevard East intersection.

Once the details on these diversions are finalized, they will be posted at ttc.ca/BathurstLakeShore