Public Domain and Signage

Transforming Hornsby Shire

Major projects

PUBLIC DOMAIN and SIGNAGE

Public Domain

Estimated completion date % Complete Total funding allocation Development Contributions component

(pending approval) Budget 2020/21 Actual Life to Date

30% $9,300,000 $9,000,000 $7,000,000 $1,446,437

Signage Sep 2021 95% $951,000 $317,000 $365,207 To improve streetscape amenity through the planting of advanced trees, landscaped garden beds, footpaths, shared paths, seating and signage in the following priority areas: Asquith-Mount Colah corridor, Galston Village, Waitara, Thornleigh, West Pennant Hills and Beecroft.

Status update

Council has identified priority areas to improve streetscape amenity through the planting of advanced trees, landscaped garden beds, footpaths, shared paths, seating and signage. These areas are: the Asquith-Mount Colah corridor, Galston Village, Waitara, Thornleigh, West Pennant Hills and Beecroft. Upgrade works on Peats Ferry Road, Hornsby commenced early in 2021. The works include the installation of a shared path connecting walkers and cyclists to the Hornsby Town Centre as well as a wider footpath on the south side of the road to better accommodate Asquith Boys High School and the nearby medium-density housing. The works also include the installation of rain gardens, new street tree plantings and associated gardens which will bring improved shade and scale to the medium density housing. The safety of pedestrians has also been addressed with the relocation of pedestrian crossings and bus shelters to improve sightlines for drivers. The cost estimate for the Peats Ferry Road project from Hookhams Corner to Wattle Street, Asquith is approximately $9.3 million with funding being sourced from development contributions. Public Domain Guidelines incorporating precinct plans have been prepared in accordance with adopted community and stakeholder engagement for the Asquith-Mount Colah corridor, Waitara, Thornleigh, West Pennant Hills and Beecroft. The Guidelines were adopted by Council in July 2021. A palette of signs has been endorsed by Council. Installation of new gateway and suburb signs commenced in early 2021. Signage installation for initial scope of work will be completed pending the latest COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.

Transforming Hornsby Shire

Major projects