Traffic Planning for Mt Albert: Town Centre Streetscape Upgrade Case Study

Traffic Planning Consultants (TPC) led the traffic engineering design for the Mt Albert Town Centre upgrade in Auckland, working as part of a multidisciplinary consultant team. The project aimed to revitalise the streetscape, improve pedestrian safety, and support public transport integration while maintaining efficient traffic flow and parking capacity in a busy suburban centre.

Summary

Project Overview

Client: Auckland Council (via consultant team)
Location: Mt Albert, Auckland
Scope: Traffic engineering and streetscape design for a suburban town centre upgrade
Challenges: Enhancing pedestrian and cyclist safety, integrating multiple transport modes, and balancing parking and access needs

Our Approach

Comprehensive Design and Analysis
TPC completed site analysis, crash data review, traffic and parking surveys, and stakeholder engagement. We developed preliminary and detailed geometric designs including traffic signals, pedestrian crossings, cycling facilities, and intersection upgrades based on traffic modelling and network impact assessments.

Integrated Public Transport and Parking Strategy
We incorporated dedicated bus stops and cycle facilities into the new street layout and delivered parking design solutions to support ongoing accessibility for visitors and local businesses during and after construction.

Key Outcomes

Delivered traffic signal and intersection designs to support multi-modal movement
Improved pedestrian and cycling safety through enhanced streetscape layouts
Integrated public transport stops and cycling lanes with existing infrastructure
Supported network functionality with parking and access strategy

Revitalising an urban centre or public realm corridor?
Traffic Planning Consultants provide expert services in Traffic Engineering Investigation and Design and Road Safety Audit to support safe, accessible, and future-ready town centre transformations.

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