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Castle Street, Edinburgh
| Client |
City of Edinburgh Council |
| Value |
£1.61m |
| Engineer |
Gillespies |
| Programme |
52 Weeks |
| Contract Form |
Measure and Value |
| Completed |
2006 |
Project Description
The works consist of the replacement of all existing footway and carriageway construction with natural stone surfaces using granite setts and Caithness slabs. Existing kerbs will be replaced by flush granite channels and trims and a new drainage system provided. Parking will be relocated to the northern section between George Street and Rose Street junctions. Wall mounted street lighting lanterns will be replaced with new units. Pedestrian access on both sides of the street will be maintained and access to all entrances and allowance for vehicle deliveries provided throughout the duration of the contract, with the exception of the Christmas festivities period and the Edinburgh Festival period (approximately 4 weeks).
Principal Elements
Caithness Slabs 1250m2
Granite Setts 1950m2
Granite Trims 900m
Key Issues
- Reconstruction of Castle Street whilst maintaining vehicular access at all times via Rose Street
- Pedestrian access maintained
Technical Referee
T Clark
City Network Manager, The City of Edinburgh Council
Tel: 0131 529 3414 Fax: 0131 529 3737