Nature of the work operations

As part of underground infrastructure work and the redevelopment of Square Phillips and Avenue Union (Lot 2D), work operations on Avenue Union include:

• Reconstruction of access pits connected to the electrical network at the corner of Cathcart/Union.
• Reconstruction of underground infrastructures (water supply, electrical, telecommunications and gas networks) on Avenue Union.
• Start of permanent redevelopment work on Avenue Union in the spring of 2021 (with the completion of work operations scheduled for the end of summer 2021).

Impacts

Traffic obstacles

• Complete closure of Avenue Union, between Cathcart and Sainte-Catherine O. (The northbound lane is already closed.)
• Complete closure of Rue Cathcart, between Union and Place Phillips

Access to buildings

• Access to stores and buildings maintained at all times.

Parking

• Removal of on-street parking. Indoor parking spaces will remain accessible nearby.

Other impacts

• Noise, vibrations and dust.

Work schedule

• Weekdays, daytime (7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
  Possibility of work seven days a week (6.30 a.m.to 6 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. to 6 a.m.)
   

The planning and scheduling of work operations can change based on weather conditions and unexpected work site contingencies

The city is aware of the inconveniences that these work operations may cause and is taking all the necessary measures to minimize the impacts. Thank you for your cooperation.