Notice of state of good repair work from the City and TTC for Bathurst and Lake Shore. Bathurst Street & Lake Shore Boulevard Construction to renew aging streetcar tracks and replace the 105 year old water main is set to begin in early 2025. Complete streetscape improvements on Fleet Street including sidewalk widening and addition of public seating.
The City anticipates that construction will commence in February 2025 and be completed by June 2025. Below is information about the phasing of work and anticipated travel restrictions in the area.
Anticipated phasing/ timing (to be confirmed) | Scope of work/ construction area |
Phase 1 – February to March | Watermain replacement – north/south along Bathurst Street through intersection |
Phase 2 – March to April | TTC track replacement – north side of the Bathurst/Lakeshore intersection
Fleet Street streetscape improvements |
Phase 3 – April to May | TTC track replacement – south side of the Bathurst/ Lakeshore intersection |
Anticipated travel impacts during construction
One lane in each direction on Bathurst Street will remain open at a minimum during Phases 1 and 3.
No southbound vehicle travel on Bathurst Street during Phase 2
One lane in each direction will remain open on Lake Shore Boulevard at a minimum.
No turning movements at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Lake Shore Boulevard
Eastbound left-turn restriction on Fleet Street at Bathurst Street (permitted during Phase 3)
Sidewalks will be maintained at all times. Temporary pedestrian detours to be in place with pedestrian detour signage in place.
During all phases of this project, the TTC will divert 509 Harbourfront and 511 Bathurst streetcars around the active work zone (diversions still to be finalized).
Following restoration work and TTC streetcar testing, resumption of TTC service is expected at the end of June 2025.
Additional resources
City of Toronto Pre-construction notice
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