North and South Platform Shelter Installation at Birchmount Stop - August 24, 2020

What Work is Taking Place?

As part of construction of the future surface alignment for the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, crews will install permanent shelters at the Birchmount Stop north and south platform. North platform installation will begin as early as August 24, 2020 for three days and the south platform will begin on August 27, 2020 for three days.  

What to Expect

A crane will be installed within the guideway work zone to facilitate shelter installation. The structures will be delivered and lifted into place by the crane. Concrete works will also take place as part of shelter installation. Daily lane closures will be required at the work zone. 

HOURS OF WORK

• Work will begin as early as August 24, 2020 and continue for approximately one week. 

• Work may occur from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., seven (7) days per week, Monday through Sunday.

• Work may be rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances.

TRAFFIC IMPACTS

• Daily closure of one westbound lane for the north shelter installation at the work zone. 

• Daily closure of one eastbound lane for the south shelter installation. 

PEDESTRIAN IMPACTS

• There will no changes to existing pedestrian routes at the intersection. 

OTHER IMPACTS

• Due to the nature of this work, at times there will be noise around the work area.