Ontario Construction News staff writer
The City of Windsor has launched an environmental review for future improvements along Cabana Road East, formerly known as County Road 42.
The review will consider recommendations made in the original 2014 Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Study that proposed widening Cabana Road East to four lanes from Walker Road to the eastern Windsor city limits.
Since the 2014 study completion, the area has experienced significant residential, commercial, and industrial growth, leading to increased traffic and changing transportation needs.
As a result, a Class EA Study Addendum will be completed to determine what improvements may be needed to support future growth.
The study will assess current and future traffic demands and evaluate potential upgrades that could include the following:
- Expanding Cabana Road East to six lanes
- Improving intersections along the corridor
- Enhancing walking and cycling infrastructure
- Upgrading drainage systems
- Relocating or improving utilities as required
During this time, the City will request input from Indigenous communities, government review agencies, property owners, residents, and other interested stakeholders.
Environmental, social, cultural, and economic impacts will also be examined to ensure that any future improvements are planned responsibly and that sustainable mitigation measures are considered.
Details of a public information centre (PIC) will be released later this year.
For more information and project updates, visit Cabana Road East Corridor Widening – Lauzon Parkway Municipal Class EA Study Addendum.
