Project overview
Project description
The City of Ottawa plans to replace the aging combined sewers and watermains within James Street and Kent Street. All roadways will be fully reconstructed with new curbs, sidewalks and asphalt pavement. A new contraflow bicycle lane is proposed for the south side of James Street. The limits of this proposed project are highlighted in the below figure.
Project limits
The following street segments have been identified to be reconstructed.
- James Street (Bronson Avenue to Bank Street)
- Kent Street (Florence Street to James Street)
Project timing
Design: underway with completion by the end of May 2024
Construction start: tentatively scheduled to start in summer 2024
Construction completion: fall 2025
Project budget
Approved project funds to date are $1.8 million.
Additional funding will be secured via the 2024 budget process for construction.
Accessibility
Accessibility is an important consideration for the City of Ottawa. The City makes every effort to provide access through and around construction sites. If you require a disability-related accommodation, please contact the project team listed below. Accessible formats and communication supports are available, upon request.
Safety
The City of Ottawa is committed to safety in and around project sites. The project team continues to work closely with the industry and to comply with recommendations provided by municipal, provincial and federal health officials, as well as the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.
Contact information
Should you have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact:
City Project Manager
Joe Mojsej, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Infrastructure Services
Design and Construction – Municipal
100 Constellation Drive, Ottawa, ON K2G 6J8
Tel: 613-580-2424, ext. 16203