Major road improvements to begin at Bedminster Green
Sustainability in Bedminster is to be given a major boost as works to install low-carbon heating and better public transport routes begin.
As part of the regeneration of Bedminster Green, works will begin to install District Heat Network pipework and to improve public transport, walking and cycling connections along Malago Road/Dalby Avenue (A38) on 10 January. The regeneration of Bedminster Green is a significant opportunityâŻto create a thriving community, withâŻmuch-neededâŻnew homesâŻandâŻenhanced public spaces. Installation of sustainable heating and travel routes mark some of the first steps in the transformation of the area.
In 2020 local people were asked their opinion on early proposals to make public transport, walking and cycling easier, with detailed proposals formally consulted on in early 2021. The councilâs plans were well supported by local people and include:âŻâŻ AâŻnewâŻcontinuous bus lane along⯠MalagoâŻRoad/Dalby Avenue (A38)⯠Upgraded pedestrian and cycle crossings,âŻand new and improved cycle lanesâŻâŻ Fully resurfacing all roads and footways, and refurbishing the junction ofâŻSheeneâŻRoad and MalagoâŻRoad at the same time, to minimise disruption from maintenance in future
The works will include the installation of District Heat Network pipes.
There will also be improvements to public spaces, including wider footpaths and plantingâŻof trees to support wildlife.
This highly insulated pipework, which is built within theâŻroads, will export heat from⯠sustainableâŻgenerationâŻsources toâŻhomes and businessesâŻin the area, contributing to the councilâs ambitious strategy to make Bristol a carbon neutral city by 2030.
The extensive travel and heating improvement works are expected to be in place until Summer 2024. Once these have been complete, improvements to Whitehouse Lane will take place.
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