Status: In Progress
Expected Completion: August 2024
Description: This project will involve the reconstruction of the roadway of Seaview Boulevard including the construction of new curb along both sides of the roadway and the resurfacing of the entire roadway, the replacement of water distribution, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer system components, and the construction of a sidewalk along the entire length of the roadway. In order to accomplish these objectives and maintain the existing functions of the road, it is necessary to remove the boulevard currently in the centre of Seaview Boulevard.
There are several benefits to doing such: it will allow for the sidewalk to be constructed, two-way street access will be granted to residents, it will simplify maintenance operations and emergency response in the area, it will allow on-street parking to be safely permitted, and it will reduce the footprint of the roadway dedicated to vehicle traffic.
With the proposed cross-section, a new 1.2 m grassed boulevard can be provided between the roadway and the sidewalk. Within this grassed boulevard, trees will be planted or transplanted to ensure that there are an equal number of trees along the roadway when construction is complete as there are currently.
What You Need to Know During Construction
- Through traffic on Seaview Blvd will be restricted at times, but access to all driveways on Seaview Blvd will be maintained throughout construction. The contractor will communicate to residents if there will be any periodic interruptions to driveway access (for example, if concrete is being poured in front of your driveway) and temporary arrangements will be made.
- Waste pickup services will continue as scheduled.
- Dust control measures will be taken to mitigate construction dust.
- Construction will begin at the North River Rd end of Seaview Blvd and will generally proceed toward Atlantic Rd in a phased approach to minimize disruption.
As part of this project, the City is striving to maintain and replace as much tree cover as possible and encourages residents to consider applying for the City’s Operation Releaf program. This program allows property owners to have a tree planted on their private property at a substantially discounted rate, and Seaview Blvd has been designated as a priority area for this program. For program details and how to apply, please visit www.charlottetown.ca and search “Operation Releaf” or call 902-629-6620.