Acland Street Upgrade - Draft streetscape framework plan for consultation

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Artist impression of Acland Street facing east

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Artist impression – view of Acland Street from Barkly Street looking toward Carlisle Street

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Acland Street existing streetscape
14%
48%
38%
• The existing streetscape includes 38%
pedestrian space, 48% traffic and tram space
and 14% parking space.
• Currently there is no level access tram stop on
Acland Street for Route 96 passengers, and no
dedicated space for community events.
• The existing streetscape allows through traffic
in both directions between Carlisle Street and
Barkly Street.

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Acland Street proposed streetscape

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Acland Street proposed streetscape
22%
31%
47%
• The proposed streetscape includes 47% pedestrian and tram platform space, 22%
open space, 31% traffic and tram space and no parking spaces.
• A level access, two platform tram stop will provide easy access to Route 96 trams
for all passengers.
• New spaces on the street, created from reclaimed parking and road space, will pro-
vide a community canvas for activities and events.
• There will be no reduction in footpath trading space on Acland Street.
• There will be no access to traffic between Belford Street and Barkly Street.

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Delivering an integrated streetscape for Acland Street
The renewal of Acland Street will be carried out in
three stages.
Stage 1- proposed for mid-2016
An extended footpath will be constructed to create
a new tram terminus, along with works to the
surrounding streetscape.
Stage 2 – proposed for late 2016 onwards
New spaces along the street will be opened up
as a community canvas.A program of events and
activities, in conjunction with local traders and the
community, will be trialled on the street for around
18 months.
Stage 3 – proposed for 2017 onwards
Subject to further funding and planning, a review of
the trial events will be undertaken and further works
may be carried out in the public spaces to allow for
ongoing activities and events.

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Proposed Route 96 tram terminus
In 2013, Council endorsed an island platform design for the Route 96 tram terminus.After carrying out further design work with
Public TransportVictoria andYarra Trams, Council is proposing a modified tram terminus design to provide more footpath space on
Acland Street.
Below: the proposed design for the tram terminus features two platforms with the tram tracks lowered gradually along the middle of
the street from Barkly Street.This allows the tram platforms to be level with the footpaths. It also provides an additional 330m2 of
footpath space compared to the island platform option and makes the street more accessible.
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Note - all measurements are in millimetres

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Next steps
28 October to 15 November 2015
Consultation on draft streetscape framework plan for Acland Street
17 November 2015
Community members can present their feedback by nominating to speak at an Ordinary Meeting of Council (open to the public)
November 2015
Project team considers all community feedback and refines streetscape framework plan
8 December 2015
Councillors will consider the streetscape framework plan at an Ordinary Meeting of Council (open to the public)
Early 2016 (proposed)
Tender for construction
Mid 2016 (proposed)
Construction
Late 2016 onwards (proposed)
Community activities and events to activate the streetscape

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