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We're building the first phase of the Granville Connector with the installation of new pedestrian and cyclist connections across the Granville Bridge. We've removed the north Granville loops to create a standard street grid layout.
This work will transform the way we use the bridge by creating safer, more convenient access to active transportation and transit while enabling future improvements.
What's happeningUpgrades are underway: Plan ahead and expect delays
North end closure
The existing bridge structure north of Pacific Street will be removed and replaced with a new, elevated roadway section of Granville Street.
- During construction, all vehicles driving on and off the bridge will be detoured to 2 lanes of traffic on the Howe and Seymour ramps.
- Pedestrians will be detoured via sidewalks on the Howe and Seymour ramps.
Bridge deck work
Speed has been reduced to 30 km per hour to safely accommodate construction on the bridge deck. A minimum of 2 lanes of traffic are retained in each direction. Watch for signage and detours as work progresses.
Overnight work
Starting August 14, overnight work will be taking place from 8pm to 7am for approximately 3 weeks. Some noise is expected due to the nature of the work.
A noise by-law exception permit allows this construction project to proceed outside of normal working hours.
Duration
Winter 2023 to fall 2024
Work hours
Monday to Friday: 7am to 5pm, extended hours including some overnight work (8am to 7am) as needed.
Information icon Construction will have no impact on marine navigation in False Creek. For more information, review the Canadian Navigable Waters Act public notice PDF file (160 KB).
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Recommended long-term design
Timeline and milestones
The timeline is subject to change based on input and direction by Council.
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October 31, 2012
Transportation 2040 approved
Council approves proposal for improved walking and cycling facilities on Granville Bridge as part of Transportation 2040 Plan
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January 30, 2019
Council approval
Council approves moving forward with public engagement to inform additional design options as part of improvements along Granville Bridge
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April 2019
Phase 1
Public consultation launches to inform the design of a new path along Granville Bridge. We asked for feedback on our draft goals, how you use the bridge today, as well as hopes, concerns, and ideas about the project.
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September 2019
Phase 2
City launches the second phase of public engagement. We asked for feedback on 6 design options that reflect the feedback from phase 1.
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Early 2020
Phase 3
Based on Phase 2 input, the recommended 'West Side +' design was shared to gauge support, and for additional input for further refinements
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September 2020
Council decision
Final recommendations presented to Council, and Council votes to endorse the long-term concept and approves moving forward with an interim design as part of this Capital Plan
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Late 2021
Final design
Work with consulting team to finalize project's design and construction planning
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Early 2023
Construction begins on interim design
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Fall 2023
North loops removed
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Spring to summer 2024
North end section of bridge replaced
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We are here
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Fall 2024
Granville Street bridge access reopens
To be determined
Long-term design implementation