The New South Wales Government is investing $6.7 million in a safety upgrade for the intersection of Pacific Highway and Chain Valley Bay Road, which is expected to reduce travel times and unlock 900 new homes.
Community members are being invited to have their say on the planned upgrade for the coastal intersection, which provides vital access for residents of Chain Valley Bay.
The upgrade will include installation of traffic lights to provide safe, efficient and reliable access to and from the highway for all road users.
Other key features of the project include:
- A dedicated right turn lane and combined left/right turn lane out of Chain Valley Bay Road
- Extension of Pacific Highway southbound right hand turn lane into Chain Valley Bay Road
- New active transport connections, including signalised crossings, an off-road cycle path and footpaths
- Improved accessibility of public transport facilities
The proposal will retain the existing U-turn bay for northbound traffic.
Community members are invited to share their feedback on the concept design for the intersection upgrade by Sunday 15 December, 2024.
People can provide comments online via the Your Say website.
All comments received will be considered as Transport for NSW moves to finalise the concept design.
Construction is expected to commence in 2025, with specific timing yet to be confirmed and dependent on project approval.
New South Wales Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Paul Scully, said that this is a great first step in upgrading an integral intersection which will unlock a release of greenfield land to support residential housing opportunities in Chain Valley Bay.
“This upgrade would increase capacity needed to support the future growth of the area while also providing a boost to safety and connectivity for the local community,” Minister Scully said.
“We know Chain Valley Bay is tipped for residential growth which is why the State Government is committed to building a strong and reliable road network.”
New South Wales Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Jenny Aitchison, said that she is excited to see this project move forward to unlock housing and ensure safety for local residents.
“I’m encouraging local motorists to share their feedback to ensure we can deliver the best possible design to cater for the needs of residents today and into the future,” Minister Aitchison said.
“This upgrade will provide improved active transport options such as cycling paths and footpaths.”
Member for Swansea, Yasmin Catley, said that this is great news for the community who have fought long and hard to make this intersection safer.
“Installing traffic lights and adding and extending turning lanes will go a long way towards improving this road as more people move to, visit and enjoy our community.”
