Merrylands CBD Infrastructure Upgrade
The Merrylands Infrastructure Upgrades consist of a series of storm water drainage infrastructure replacements, construction of new roads and other utility upgrades across Merrylands CBD.
This revitalisation project aims to transform Merrylands CBD into a modern and vibrant center through the creation of future development opportunities, improved infrastructure and public amenities.
Scope of works – Merrylands CBD
We are building major stormwater culverts and new roads to better connect McFarlane Street to Merrylands Road via an extended Main Lane. The new roads and drainage infrastructure will service new and future developments, some of which are already being constructed. These essential infrastructure works will also facilitate future revitalisation and development of the CBD area.
The works to be carried out include the following:
- The rear of the building at 219 Merrylands Road will be partially demolished and rebuilt to make way for the new culvert and Main Lane extension. Works are underway and will continue until January 2021. Some minor and local impacts to adjoining businesses and Main Lane and McFarlane Street carpark.
- Construction of major stormwater culverts between McFarlane Street and Merrylands Road, extension of Main Lane and new substation at Sarah Daniel Court. Works will be carried out between April 2021 and December 2022. Impacts on pedestrian pathways between Merrylands Road and McFarlane Street, including temporary closure of McFarlane Street carpark.
- Construction of major stormwater culvert across Addlestone Road, local drainage upgrade along Merrylands Road and other local streets. Works will be carried out between April 2021 and December 2022. Impacts on pedestrian pathways and temporary lane closures are expected.
McFarlane Street Carpark Closure
- The McFarlane Street Carpark will close on 7 June 2021.
- Access to McFarlane Mall shops will remain open during this period.
- Shops are still operating as usual.
- There are over 200 parking spots in Stocklands Merrylands, accessed from Pitt and Neil Street (open 24/7)
- Stocklands Merrylands offer 3 hour free parking.
- There are over 30 off street parking spots on McFarlane Street.
- Addlestone Road Carpark can be used as alternative parking.
Due to high traffic volumes at the McFarlane Street Carpark it's closure is necessary for the safety of workers, pedestrians and motorists, to minimise impacts to traffic and to complete the Merrylands CBD infrastructure upgrade.
Scope of works – Neil St Precinct
Works are being carried out in the area between Neil Street and the Holroyd Gardens as well as along Neil Street and Pitt Street including their intersection. The scope of works includes the relocation of existing services and construction of new roads and drainage infrastructure (including stormwater culverts). The new roads and drainage infrastructure will service new and future developments, some of which are already being constructed.
We are building new roads to improve pedestrian and vehicular connection between Neil Street and Sheffield Street, Dressler Court and Holroyd Gardens. The new roads will include shared pedestrian and bike paths.
Statewide Civil has been contracted by us as the Principal Contractor to construct the works on our behalf. The project commenced in February 2020 and is due to complete June 2021.
The works to date have generally been away from public areas. However, the following works in public areas are required:
- Construction of major stormwater culvert across Neil Street – this is now complete
- Construction of new intersection – due to start in January 2021 and due for completion in July 2021. Traffic will be impacted by lane closures. Unexpected services were discovered, delaying the progress of the works.
- Construction of new stormwater pipes along Neil Street and Pitt Street, including across the intersection – this has commenced and will be ongoing until June 2021. Traffic will be impacted by lane closures.
