Te Atatu Road, Te Atatu – Signalised mid-block crossing Te Atatu Road, Te Atatu – Signalised mid-block crossing

Proposal status: closed 15 October 2018

Reference number: RSU1819-072

We've proposed changes in your area

We proposed to upgrade the existing refuge island outside 477 Te Atatu Road, in Te Atatu to a signalised mid-block crossing able to accommodate both people crossing on foot and on bike. This would also involve:

  • relocation of an electronic speed reading sign (speed feedback sign).
  • removal of the existing refuge islands.
  • minor changes to lighting, footpaths, signage, and road markings.

Download the proposal drawing for Te Atatu Road (PDF 1.4MB) 

Why the changes are needed

The recent fatality of a person cycling along Te Atatu Road has highlighted the need for more regular and safer crossing points on this stretch of road.

The proposed changes would aim to provide a formal and clear crossing facility where the demand is highest in order to establish a safer road environment for people travelling on foot and on bikes and to raise driver awareness. We expect that this would provide an improved level of service for all road users and will better protect them from possible harm and serious injury.

This project is just one of a number of improvements currently being investigated along Te Atatu Road ultimately aimed at creating a safer road network for all road users. 

Proposal outcome - update 7 November 2018

Due to the volume of feedback received, the outcome of consultation for this proposal will be slightly delayed. We expect that a final decision will be made soon, at which time we will provide updates in addition to the engineer’s responses to individual concerns and requests. 

Proposal outcome - update 26 February 2019

Our initial design will not be proceeding to the next stage of detailed planning. After considering the feedback, we undertook a further review into a number of alternative locations along this stretch of Te Atatu Road. The results of that review indicate that from a walking and cycling perspective, a mid-block crossing located slightly north of what was initially proposed (closer to Cellarmans Street) would better suit the needs of the wider community. Subsequently, we expect that a new design will be confirmed in the next few months, at which point we will reach out to locals and respondents for feedback on the revised proposal. 

Thank you to everyone who submitted feedback. A summary of feedback received and answers to community questions and concerns is below.

Feedback received

  • This proposal received positive responses from community members and stakeholders who supported efforts to improve the road for walking and connectivity at this location.

Next steps

Once we have confirmed the new design, details will be made available for feedback.