The changes, signed by the Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board, will make it easier and safer for pedestrians and cyclists to cross the road.
The changes include the addition of two new pedestrian refuge islands on Waterloo Rd, one in front of the student entrance to Hornby High and another at the entrance to Hornby Primary School; the construction of wider paths suitable for groups traveling to and from the schools and to and from the new Matatiki: Hornby Centre; new curbs on Smarts Rd at the Waterloo Rd intersection to slow down trucks entering the area; and new parking restrictions outside the two schools to make it safer during drop-off and pick-up times.
“When we consulted the public earlier this year about making changes to Waterloo Road, 91 percent of applicants supported our plans,” said Stephen Wright, Christchurch City Council’s transport operations manager.
“There was general agreement that the current layout on Waterloo Road did not provide a safe environment for students cycling, scootering or walking to school.
“We’ve made some changes to our plans based on the feedback we’ve received from the community.
“Once implemented, the changes should significantly improve the safety of Waterloo Road for the local community and the students attending the schools in the area.
“It will also make it safer and easier for people to access the new Matatiki: Hornby Center which will open next year.”
The changes will be implemented early next year.