Cycle lanes are expected to replace some on street parks on Colombo Street.

The council proposal includes fewer on-street parking spaces, with 56 spaces (from the present 74) between Bealey Avenue and Salisbury Street and 21 (35) between Salisbury Street and Kilmore Street, along with P120 parking restrictions on the east side of Colombo Street between Kilmore Street and the Avon River Bridge. 

Under the “suggested” changes, a shared path in Colombo Street will connect with the Avon River Precinct path in Cambridge Terrace.

The council also wants to reduce the speed limit to 30kmh speed limit between Bealey Avenue and the Avon River Bridge.

Transport Planning and Delivery Manager Lynette Ellis says the proposed lanes will provide a vital link in the major cycleway network.

“A dedicated cycle connection along Colombo Street will encourage more people to bike into the city for work and social activities.”

“We propose to drop the speed limit through to Bealey Avenue and trial temporary street markings, and patterns on the road and footpath to make our streets more welcoming.”

The suggested changes include more trees, improved pedestrian safety and the moving of bus stops.

Project team members will be available to discuss the proposal from 4.30pm to 6pm on Monday, 5 October in the red room at the Salvation Army offices at 853 Colombo Street.

People can share their views or make suggestions on the proposed changes via Have Your Say.

Feedback closes on Tuesday, 27 October.