This week in Richmond Hill >> utility removals and paving

November 27, 2017

With utility relocation underway in Richmond Hill, residents can expect to see a number of items underway this week along Yonge Street. See below for more information.

overnight utility removals at Yonge and Bantry

Crews will be removing an abandoned duct bank [a structure which gathers together and encases utility cables] on the southeast corner of Yonge Street and Bantry Avenue in Richmond Hill.

work dates*: Monday, November 27 – Thursday, November 30
work hours: 7pm – 7am, overnight

what you need to know

To accommodate this work, northbound Yonge will be reduced to one thru lane just south of the intersection.
The right turn lane onto Bantry, from Yonge, will be temporarily closed during work hours.
Bantry will be reduced to one eastbound lane thru the intersection during work hours.
The sidewalk around the work zone will be closed. Directional signage will be on site to guide pedestrians to the nearest open sidewalk.
Due to the nature of this work, at times, there will be construction-related noise and dust from equipment and trucks.

paving on Gamble/19th at Yonge

Tomorrow, crews will be paving sections of Gamble Road/19th Avenue, at Yonge.

work dates*: Tuesday, November 28
work hours: 7am-7pm

what you need to know

Crews will be paving portions of eastbound and westbound Gamble/19th, at Yonge.
At times, eastbound and westbound Gamble/19th will be reduced to one lane during off-peak hours [9am-3:30pm].
Paid duty police officers will be onsite for the duration of this work.
Due to the nature of this work, at times, there will be construction-related noise and dust from equipment and trucks.
Please give yourself enough time to get to your destination, and remember to reduce your speed through construction zones.

*Please note: As with all construction projects, some work may be re-scheduled due to weather. We’ll provide advance notice when possible. Watch twitter.com/vivanext for last-minute updates.

We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.