RRA welcomes NZTA decision not to appeal High Court decision
on flyover
"Richard Reid & Associates applaud NZTA's
decision not to appeal the High Court's Basin Bridge
decision. We also welcome NZTA's acknowledgement that this
is the end of the road for the flyover and other options
should be investigated.
The only option which offers
immediate benefits in the short and long term is our
at-grade solution, the Basin Reserve Roundabout Enhancement
Option (BRREO). This can be implemented quickly at very low
cost and with minimal impact on the heritage area.
NZTA
already acknowledges that BRREO displays "significant
journey time savings over the do-minimum scenario."
BRREO
is also unique in that its transport improvements are
integrated with a strong urban vision for the
city.
Richard Reid & Associates looks forward to working
with NZTA, Wellington City Council and Greater Wellington
Regional Council for the benefit of Wellingtonians and the
wider Wellington
region."
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