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Capital Projects
Improvements to City infrastructure
The City of Richmond Hill is responsible for improving and maintaining existing infrastructure including roads, bridges, sidewalks, watermains, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, stormwater management ponds and street lighting.
A capital project is a large-scale project that helps maintain or improve a City asset, often called infrastructure.
The City's capital projects are implemented based on the approved Capital Budget.
For information about locations of current projects, view Capital Projects Map.
Current Projects
| Arnold Crescent, Highland Lane and Elizabeth Street Reconstruction |
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The City is currently in the process of detailed design for the reconstruction of the following areas:
The scope of work includes the reconstruction of the existing road, new curbs and gutters, installation of new storm sewers and catchbasins, regrading/filling of roadside ditches, removal of driveway culverts, replacement/upgrade of the watermain, replacement/upgrade of the sanitary sewer, improvements to streetlights, and the installation of new asphalt pavement and sidewalks. February 2024 - Public Information Centre Notice The detailed design process has commenced, and construction is tentatively scheduled for 2025/2026, pending future budget approval. For additional information, email Project Manager, Carrie Park or call her at 905-747-6327. |
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Bantry Avenue and Briggs Avenue Active Transportation Improvements |
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The City is undertaking a Feasibility Study for Active Transportation improvements along Bantry Avenue and Briggs Avenue, from Yonge Street to Blackmore Avenue. The Feasibility Study commenced in summer 2023 and work is on-going. Public Information Centre A Public Information Centre was held at the Langstaff Community Centre (Yorkshire Room) on Thursday May 16, 2024 which featured a hybrid presentation (available in-person and online) and an open-house style session for in-person attendees. The presented materials can be viewed at the link below: Thank you to all residents who attended the public meeting or submitted comments to the City. Next Steps The preferred concept design will be further developed through detailed design in 2025. Construction is tentatively scheduled for 2027. For more information, email Sustainable Transportation Coordinator, Jennie Geleff, or call her at 647-226-0215. |
| Bayview Park Lane, Sandbanks Drive and Park Crescent Active Transportation Improvements |
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The City is undertaking the design and construction of active transportation improvements for Bayview Park Lane from Bayview Avenue to Sunset Beach Road, Sandbanks Drive from Bayview Park Lane to Nantucket Drive, and Park Crescent from Nantucket Drive to Sunset Beach Road. The design commenced in summer 2023 and works are on-going. A Public Information Centre was held at the Oak Ridges Community Centre on October 11, 2023. The presentation materials are available for viewing. Thank you to all residents who attended the public meeting or submitted comments to the City. Preliminary designs were developed taking into account site context, historical data, site observations, comments received and relevant policies within Richmond Hill. Implementation has begun, to be completed during summer 2024. For more information, email Sustainable Transportation Coordinator, Jennie Geleff, or call her at 647-226-0215. |
| Bedford Park Avenue Reconstruction |
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The City is undertaking the detailed design for the reconstruction of Bedford Park Avenue from Yonge Street to Pugsley Avenue. The scope of work will include removal of roadside ditches and driveway culverts, new asphalt pavement, new storm sewer, new curb and gutter, new sidewalk, watermain replacement, sanitary upgrades and streetlight improvements. Construction is anticipated to be completed by Fall 2024. For more information, email Project Manager, Kasia Piskorz or call her at 905-747-6416. |
| Bethesda Sideroad Reconstruction |
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The City has completed the detailed design for the Reconstruction Improvement of Bethesda Sideroad between Anchusa Drive and Highway 404. The scope of work includes reconstruction of the existing gravel road to paved rural standards with asphalt pavement, curbs, gutters, multi-use path, storm sewers, ditches, drainage improvements, and streetlight improvements. The intersection of Leslie Street and Bethesda Sideroad will be re-aligned to create one flow through intersection. Phase #1 Construction (between Anchusa Dr. to 50 metres west of Leslie St. Intersection) has reached substantial completion. Phase #2 Construction of the Leslie Street / Bethesda Sideroad intersection and realignment (between 50 metres west of Leslie St. Intersection to 300 metres East) has reached substantial completion. Phase #3 Construction (between 300 metres East of Leslie Street to Highway 404) is expected to start June 2024 and be substantially complete by Winter 2024. June 2024 - Construction Notice For more information, email Project Manager, Carrie Park or call him at 905-747-6327. |
| Blackforest Drive, Acorn Road and Rosegarden Crescent Reconstruction |
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The City has completed the detailed design for the reconstruction of (1) Blackforest Drive from Yonge Street to Greyfriars Avenue, (2) Acorn Road from Blackforest Drive to the south limit, and (3) Rosegarden Crescent. The scope of work includes removal of ditches and culverts, boulevard regrading, pavement reconstruction, new curb and gutter, new sidewalks, watermain replacement, new storm sewer system, sanitary sewer upgrade, and streetlight upgrade. The construction has started in June 2024 and is expected to be substantially completed by late 2025. June 2024 - Road Closure Notice May 2024 - Construction Notice September 2023 - Blackforest Drive and Acorn Road Status Update Notice June 2023 - Rosegarden Crescent Status Update Notice May 2023 - Blackforest Drive and Acorn Road Public Consultation Notice January 2023 - Rosegarden Crescent Public Meeting Notice December 2022 - Rosegarden Crescent Public Consultation Notice July 2022 - Rosegarden Crescent Design Notice 2 July 2022 - Blackforest Drive and Acorn Road Design Notice 2 November 2021 - Blackforest Drive and Rosegarden Crescent Design Notice 1 For more information, email Project Manager, Anita Wong or call her at 905-771-5461. |
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Carrville Road Watermain Re-Lining (CIPP) |
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The City has completed the detailed design for the watermain re-lining on Carrville Road from Yonge Street to Bathurst Avenue. The scope of work includes temporary watermain by-pass systems, re-lining of the watermain, associated appurtenances and water services. The construction is scheduled to start in June 2024 and to be substantially completed in fall 2024, weather permitting. Carrville Road Watermain Re-Lining - Construction Notice For more information, email Project Manager, Kyle Paterson or call him at 905-747-6341. |
| Cedar Avenue Watermain Replacement |
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The City has completed the detailed design for the watermain replacement on Cedar Avenue from Major Mackenzie Drive East to Fox Run Crescent (north leg). The scope of work includes replacement of the watermain, associated appurtenances and water services. The construction is scheduled to start in June 2024 and to be substantially completed in fall 2024, weather permitting. Cedar Avenue Watermain Replacement - Construction Notice For more information, email Project Manager, Sebouh Apigian or call him at 905-747-6342. |
| Centre Street East Rehabilitation |
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The City is currently undertaking the detailed design for the rehabilitation of Centre Street East from Pugsley Avenue to Canadian National Railway (CNR). The scope of the work may include rehabilitation of the road, sidewalk, curb and gutter, as well as the replacement of storm and sanitary sewers as necessary. Furthermore, the City is undertaking the detailed design for the watermain replacement on Centre Street East from CNR to Bayview Avenue. The scope of work may include replacement of watermain and associated appurtenances, water services, hydrants, valve chambers and associated road restoration works. In addition, the scope of work may include the replacement of storm and sanitary sewers as necessary. The design and field investigation commenced in Spring 2023 and the works are on-going. The construction is planned for 2025/2026, subject to the future budget approval. For more information, email Project Manager, Carrie Park or call her at 905-747-6327. |
| Elm Grove Avenue Reconstruction |
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The City is undertaking the detailed design for the reconstruction of Elm Grove Avenue from Yonge Street to Parker Avenue. The scope of work includes removal of ditches and culverts, boulevard regrading, pavement reconstruction, new curb and gutter, new sidewalks, watermain replacement, new storm sewer system, sanitary sewer repair as required and streetlight upgrade. The design and field investigations commenced in summer 2023, and the works are on-going. The construction is tentatively planned for 2027, subject to future budget approval. For more information, email Project Manager, Anita Wong or call her at 905-771-5461. |
| Enford Road and Industrial Road Watermain and Culverts Replacement |
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The City is undertaking the detailed design for the watermain and culverts replacement on Enford Road from Elgin Mills Road to Cul-de-Sac and Industrial Road from Yonge Street to Canadian National Railway (CNR). The scope of work may include watermain replacement and its associated appurtenances, sanitary sewers replacement, culverts replacement and carrying out the necessary associated road works. The design and field investigations commenced in Summer 2022 and the works are on-going. The construction is planned for 2025/2026, subject to the future budget approval. For more information, email Project Manager, Carrie Park or call her at 905-747-6327. |
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Fergus Avenue, Moray Avenue, Olde Bayview Avenue, Capelle Street Reconstruction |
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The City is undertaking the preliminary investigation for the reconstruction of Fergus Avenue, Moray Avenue, Olde Bayview Avenue and Capelle Street. The scope of work involves the reconstruction of the existing roads, including new curbs and gutters, installation of new storm sewers and catchbasins, regrading/filling of roadside ditches, removal of driveway culverts, installation of new asphalt pavement and sidewalks, replacement of the watermain, sanitary upgrades, and improvements to streetlights. The field investigations in the project area are currently in progress and will be completed in summer 2023. Detailed design is planned for 2024, subject to future budget approval. For more information, email Project Manager, Kasia Piskorz or call her at 905-747-6416. |
| Mill Street and Altamira Road Drainage Improvements |
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The City has conducted a drainage investigation of the current stormwater conditions along Mill Street and Altamira Road and the affected residential properties. This investigation was prepared because of significant flooding on some residential properties resulting from a major storm that took place in August 2020. Alternative solutions were explored to address these flooding concerns and a preferred solution has been identified. The recommended solution includes the installation of an underground storage pipe along Altamira Road to prevent flooding above ground. Public Virtual Open House was conducted in September 2022. The design and field investigations commenced in Fall 2022 and the works are on-going. The construction is planned for 2025, subject to the future budget approval. For more information, email Project Manager, Carrie Park or call her at 905-747-6327. |
| Ohio Road Reconstruction |
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The City is undertaking the detailed design for the reconstruction of Ohio Road from Elgin Mills Road to the south limit. The scope of work includes removal/regrading of ditches and culverts, boulevard regrading, pavement reconstruction, new curb and gutter, new sidewalk, watermain replacement, new storm sewer system, sanitary sewer repair as required, and streetlight upgrade. The design and field investigations commenced in summer 2023 and the works are on-going. The construction is planned for 2025, subject to future budget approval. For more information, email Project Manager, Anita Wong or call her at 905-771-5461. |
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Old Langstaff Bridge Replacement |
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The City has completed the detailed design for the demolition and replacement of the Old Langstaff Bridge (50m west of Misty Moor Drive). The scope of work includes the demolition and replacement of the existing Old Langstaff Bridge, in-water environmental works and road rehabilitation. The construction is scheduled to start in June 2024 and to be substantially completed in fall 2024, weather permitting. For more information, email Project Manager, Kyle Paterson or call him at 905-747-6341. |
| Rosemary Avenue Reconstruction |
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The City has completed the detailed design for the Reconstruction of Rosemary Avenue from North Lake Road to the south limit. The scope of work includes pavement reconstruction, ditch re-grading, driveway culvert replacement, watermain replacement, and streetlight improvements. Construction is anticipated to be completed by Fall 2024. For more information, email Project Manager, Kasia Piskorz or call her at 905-747-6416. |
| Schomberg Road and Aubrey Avenue Reconstruction |
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The City is undertaking the detailed design for the reconstruction of Schomberg Road (from Maple Grove Avenue to King Road) and Aubrey Avenue (from Schomberg Road to Yonge Street). The scope of work includes removal of ditches and driveway culverts, boulevard regrading, pavement reconstruction, new curb and gutter, new sidewalks, new storm sewer system, watermain replacement, sanitary sewer upgrade, and streetlight upgrade. The Schomberg Road culvert crossing located between Aubrey Avenue and George Street will also be replaced as part of the road reconstruction. The design and field investigations commenced in early 2024 and the works are on-going. The construction is planned for 2026, subject to future budget approval. For more information, email Project Manager, Anita Wong or call her at 905-771-5461. |
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West Beaver Creek Pond A (SWMF 27-2) Rehabilitation |
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West Beaver Creek Pond A (SWMF 27-2) located North of HWY 7, East of Valleymede Drive and South/Southeast of Samantha Circle will be rehabilitated to improve capacity and landscaping. The work will include tree removal and planting of new trees and shrubbery, earth removal, grading, natural channel restoration, maintenance access trail and improvement to the site landscape. The pond construction is expected to be complete in the Winter 2023, weather permitting. The landscape improvement is expected to be complete in the Spring 2024. Storm Water Management Facility Map For more information, email Project Manager, Kyle Paterson or call him at 905-747-6341. |
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West Beaver Creek Road and West Pearce Street Intersection |
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The City is undertaking the detailed design for the proposed traffic signals at the West Beaver Creek Road and West Pearce Street intersection. The scope of work includes installation of new traffic signal conduits and equipment, pavement markings and signage, and minor road widening on West Pearce Street. The construction is expected to start in late summer 2024, subject to the completion of the easement approval process. For more information, email Project Manager, Anita Wong or call her at 905-771-5461. |
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City of Richmond Hill
225 East Beaver Creek Road
Richmond Hill, Ontario
L4B 3P4
Tel: 905-771-8800
Fax: 905-771-5515
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