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The Halifax Regional Municipality is pleased to announce that Argyle Street will be open to traffic on the evening of Tuesday, Nov. 7, marking the completion of the Argyle & Grafton Shared Streetscape Project.
The first of its kind in Atlantic Canada, this project has transformed the street design which will contribute to a more people-focused, vibrant downtown. The new curbless streetscape creates a shared thoroughfare between major destinations, enhancing the flourishing entertainment district for residents, businesses, and tourists. The success of this project was made possible by the hard work of staff and contractors – as well as the continuous support of local businesses and residents.
Finishing touches, final inspection and a full street cleaning will take place in the coming days.
Argyle Street remains open to pedestrians and will be ready to host the Share the Street Party from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4.
Once open, Argyle remains a one-way street while Grafton remains a two-way street. Both streets have marked drop-off and loading zones, as well as accessible parking. There will be no standard on-street parking on the streetscape.
The Argyle & Grafton Shared Streetscape Project includes “pedestrian zones” and “shared zones.” Vehicles are not permitted to drive in the pedestrian zones and must stay between the warning strips.
While pedestrians can use the shared zones, the Motor Vehicle Act gives pedestrians priority only at intersections and other crosswalks. Pedestrians are permitted to cross the street midblock, but do not have priority and must wait for a gap in traffic. The laws for pedestrians, drivers and cyclists remain unchanged – and all road users must use care and caution on public streets.
For all other project information, please visit halifax.ca/about-halifax/regional-community-planning/argyle-grafton-shared-streetscape-project