Lyttelton Catholic and Public Cemetery - retaining wall repairs

What

Council is undertaking repairs to the aging and damaged retaining wall supporting the Lyttelton Catholic and Public Cemetery above Reserve Terrace.

Why

Council repairs retaining walls periodically across the city to ensure they are safe and work effectively.

Where

Works are adjacent to 71 Reserve Terrace, Lyttelton (Catholic and Public Cemetery).

When

12 August 2024 to 12 December 2024. Monday to Saturday, 7:30am to 5:30pm (weather/site condition dependent).

Contact

The contractor is Hunter Civil Ltd. Phone 03 381 7094, Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm.

Details

Impacts on traffic

  • The slip lane / parking lane at the Lyttelton Catholic and Public Cemetery will be closed for the duration of the works.
  • Traffic management staff will be available to help direct residents and business owners to their properties within the work area. Please contact us in advance if you have specific access needs we need to be aware of.
  • Pedestrian access to footpaths will be maintained through the Lyttelton Catholic and Public Cemetery with detours in place from time to time. Please follow signage.

Impacts of work

  • There will be increased noise, dust, and vibration from the use of machinery for activities such as saw cutting, soil excavation, and retaining wall construction. 
  • On-street parking will be affected where we are working. Cones will indicate where parking will not be available.
  • Property access will be maintained where possible. We will work with businesses and residents during the work. Please let us know if you have any specific property access needs e.g. medical visits, home help, large vehicle deliveries or planned works. 

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