Does the city conduct any pre condition survey's before starting construction?
Yes,this is conducted by an outside organization. They will contact you to set up an appointment to come in and take a video and photos of any existing issues with your house. This is very helpful should there be any damage to your house during construction.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
Does the city conduct any pre-construction inspections before it begins construction?
The City will conduct a pre-construction inspection which consists of taking photos/video of any areas that may be disturbed during construction. These are kept for our records and to used during reinstatement.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
My property was damaged due to construction, who do I contact to receive compensation?
For damage to your property, home or vehicle due to construction please refer to the claims section of the City's web site.
PLEASE NOTE, THE CITY DOES NOT ENTERTAIN LOSS OF BUSINESS CLAIMS DUE TO CONSTRUCTION WORK.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
The City is doing construction near/on my yard and I have a Sprinkler System. What do i do to make sure it isn't damaged?
Any sprinkler heads or piping on City property must be marked by the home owner prior to the start of construction. The Contractor will not be responsible for any sprinkler systems that have not be identified.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
There are a lot of vibrations coming from a nearby construction zone, what should I do to protect my property?
Construction activities will generate vibrations through homes and buildings. Please ensure you have had the pre-construction survey completed. This will make dealing with any damage that occurs due to construction much easier for the home owner and the City.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
There is a lot of noise due to construction by my home. What can I do to stop the noise?
Unfortunately construction activities generate noise. Working hours will be kept from 7 AM to 6 PM while most people are at work. Saturday work may be necessary and the same work hours will be followed.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
There is construction near my home, and it bringing up a lot of dust. Who should I contact about it?
If you feel there is a lot of dust due to the construction, please mention this to the on site Inspector or call the Manager of Construction at (905) 356-7521 Ext 6227. Please note, dust suppressant is usually put down at the end of the day.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
What time does the city perform construction?
Unfortunately construction activities generate noise. Working hours will be kept from 7 AM to 6 PM while most people are at work. Saturday work may be necessary and the same work hours will be followed.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
Where can I find information about Road Closures/Detours?
Who do I contact to get the pot holes around a construction zone fixed?
The City does instruct the Contractor to monitor the construction zone and address any pot holes or other hazards. If you notice any pot holes or other hazards on the road in the construction zone, please bring this to the attention of the on site Inspector or call the Manager of Construction at (905) 356-7521 Ext. 6227.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
Who do I contact when heavy construction trucks block traffic?
Trucks will need to access the construction zone via the surrounding streets. The City will, at times, direct the Contractor to keep truck traffic off of certain streets. However, it is usually up to the Contractor to determine the best route for their trucks. If this is an issue, please speak to the on site Inspector or call the Manager of Construction at (905) 356-7521 Ext 6227.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works
WIll the city restore my landscaping they disturbed during construction?
Landscaping restoration usually takes place at the end of a project. Any areas that have been disturbed by our construction activities, will be reinstated by the contractor. Any hedges or other plantings that interfere with construction, should be removed from the work area by the home owner prior to the start of construction.
Categories: Construction, Municipal Works