Frequently asked questions
When will construction begin?
The planning work is ongoing and the project will take place in three phases. Phase one involves the refurbishment of existing buildings on Dovedale campus, beginning September听2022 and into 2023. The later phases involve the construction of new facilities, this is estimated to take place over 2023 and 2024, following design and consenting.
When will construction finish?
The project is estimated to be completed by the end of 2024.
Will there be noise during construction?
It is not uncommon with construction projects for noise to be generated under certain circumstances by construction techniques and / or vehicle movements. Once plans are developed, the project team will work with neighbours to ensure disturbance is minimised.
As partof the resource consent there will be conditions around construction noise.
Will use of the Digital Screen Campus generate noise?
This is unlikely, outside of the movement of people in and around the campus itself.
Given the purpose of the facility and the specialist acoustic treatments involved, noise is expected to be contained once construction is complete.
Will street parking be affected?
The development will require the removal of a small number of on-street car parking on Dovedale Avenue and Waimairi Road to accommodate new vehicle access to the site, these will be replaced with additional street parks however, as a result of two vehicle acess closures to the campus on the west end of Dovedale Avenue.
There will be no reduction to the number of on-site car parks, in fact there will be a small increase.
Will development of the Dovedale campus change the cycle lane on Dovedale Avenue?
No. Any future changes to the cycle lane would be enacted by Christchurch City Council.
Is the University proposing to provide new student accommodation on the Dovedale Campus?
No.
Will any trees be removed during the development of Dovedale campus?
Plans are in the very early stages of development and while a small number of trees will need to be removed, the line of trees along Dovedale Avenue will remain as it is [as seen in the above artist鈥檚 impression of Dovedale Avenue]. Additional landscaping will be developed as part of the development to ensure neighbourhood amenity.
Once completed, will residents and neighbours be allowed to come and have a look?
Yes! We would love to host you and show off our exciting new campus once completed. In time, the University will invite the community to tour the new facilities.
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If you have any questions about this project please email听screencampus@canterbury.ac.nz.
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