Response from AT 24 March 2023

24 March 2023
Kia ora Don
I refer to your feedback regarding the construction of the raised pedestrian crossing on Kepa Road, Orakei.

My Project Manager along with our contractor have undertaken measurements of the raised pedestrian crossing. These measurements confirmed this had not been constructed to the approved construction plans provided to the contractor, therefore my Project Manager issued a Notice to Contractor (NTC) to undertake remedial works at their own cost to ensure the final build aligns with the approved construction plans provided and our expectations for the work.

I understand the remedial work has been carried out and a further site walk over, and measurements of the raised pedestrian crossing will be carried out shortly to ensure that it meets AT’s requirements.

The proposed design complies with the standards set out in the Transport Design Manual (TDM). I have provided a copy of the Traffic Control Committee resolution report. This report mentions under 7.2.1 Design Standards a deviation from the design standard and that a departure from standard had been applied for. However, under 7.6 Analysis the Design and Standards team have confirmed “the crossing facility will be design according to the TDM design standards.”

I acknowledge and understand the community sentiment in relation to this matter and am disappointed the construction was not carried out as per AT’s instructions. I appreciate the time you have taken to raise the communities’ concerns with AT.

​Kind regards
David Nelson
Infrastructure Project Delivery
Integrated Networks
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