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Improvements now underwayWork has now started on ‘Phase One’ of the Hayes Town Centre Improvements in Coldharbour Lane from Minet Drive to Hunters Grove.

Early work includes removing trees which are no longer thriving and which specialists have recommended should be replaced with new species that can cope better with a town centre environment.

Preparations have also started for the new and improved street lighting. Do not be alarmed that some of the new lamp columns are in the middle of the pavement or possibly in a parking bay. They are correctly sited for the new alignment of the pavements. Once in place new lanterns will be attached to the columns which will light both the road and the pavements. The original lamp columns will then be removed.

Hayes Town Centre Improvements

Work has also begun to remove the existing central ‘raised hump’ and build outs between Minet Drive and Hunters Grove. New pavements and kerbs have started to be laid in this section. This will be completed in stages to minimise disruption to traders and visitors. The pedestrian crossing in this section will also be upgraded by Transport for London, with work planned to start in May. We will use this opportunity to upgrade the remaining private forecourts in front of the shops in Coldharbour Lane.

All work is being carried out by the council’s contractor O’Hara Brothers, under the supervision of the London Borough of Hillingdon. The contractors are experienced working within busy town centres and every effort will be made to minimise the amount of disruption to residents and businesses.

Further information on the improvements can be found online on the town centre improvements webpage at www.hillingdon.gov.uk/towncentres

If you have any questions about the improvements please contact:

London Borough of Hillingdon 01895 556000 or O’Hara Bros 020 8424 2220

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Frequently asked questionsWhy do parking bays need to be suspended?The main reason that parking bays are suspended is to make sure that the area is safe for everybody. This includes pedestrians and traffic as well as the contractor’s employees working in the area.

Alternative parking can be found in a number of council car parks within Hayes Town Centre, which include Pump Lane, Civic Hall and Blyth Road. These not only offer 30 minutes free parking but also have long-stay parking available with a reduced fee for HillingdonFirst cardholders.

When and how long will the bays be suspended for?Parking bays will be suspended while all improvement works take place. The work will be completed in stages to reduce to the number of bays suspended at a time and to minimise disruption.

How do I know which bays are suspended?Notices will be in place to indicate the area/number of spaces suspended. Barriers will also be placed around the suspended bays. These are all 24 hour suspensions. This is for safety reasons as materials and contractor machinery will still be on-site outside of normal working hours.

What would happen if I parked in an area which is suspended?If your vehicle is parked in an area where parking is suspended, you risk receiving a parking ticket and fine of up to £120.

What if I have a special delivery?If you require access to an area which is suspended, for example to receive a large delivery, arrangements can be made to accommodate this. Please contact O’Hara directly on 020 8424 2220, and they will be able assist you.

Parking during the improvements

To facilitate the improvement works, parking suspensions will be in place as needed. We will aim to keep the number of space suspended to a minimum to avoid disruption for businesses and shoppers. Up until 13 May 2015 all parking will be suspended between:

Botwell Leisure Centre car park

47 spacesFirst 30 mins FREELong stay car park

East Avenue On-street parking

70 spacesFirst 30 mins FREE

Max stay 2 hours

Civic Hall car park


Pump Lane car park


Blyth Road car park


n 79 to 95 Coldharbour Lane (outside Khushi Jewellers to Prontaprint)

n 96 to 104 Coldharbour Lane (outside Hayes Food Centre to Capital Car Factors)

n 108 to 126 Coldharbour Lane (outside Kwality Foods)


Coldharbour Lane improvements ProgrammeFebruary 2015 to February 2016New pavements, cycle paths, street lighting, tree planting and street furniture will be implemented in Coldharbour Lane. Below shows how the work will be phased and some additional works taking place in each area. All progress subject to weather.

•Area 1: Minet Drive to Hunters Grove (February to June 2015)Additional Pay & Display parking bays proposed for Hunters Grove.Pedestrian crossing upgraded

•Area 2: Hunters Grove to Fairdale Gardens (June to September 2015)Bus stops moved to central location (outside Salvation Army Hall)Additional Pay & Display parking bays proposed for Fairdale Gardens

•Area 3: Fairdale Gardens to Mount Road (September 2015 to January 2016)Pedestrian crossing upgradedRemaining private forecourts to be resurfacedColdharbour Lane resurfacing: Minet Drive to Mount Road (February 2016). This will include installing raised tables at each junction.

Coldharbour Lane (artist impression)

Area 1

Area 2

Area 3

MINET DRIVE

HUNTERS GROVE

FAIRDALE GARDENS

MOUNT ROAD


What else are we doing?

Hayes landmark featuresWe know from recent town centre regeneration work completed within Ruislip Manor and Northwood Hills town centres that whilst people appreciate new brighter street lighting and new pavements, it is the landmark features that have created the ‘wow’ factor, such as the railway bridge painted with ‘Ruislip Manor’ lettering and new LED lighting creating interest throughout the year.

We now have the opportunity to create a similar impact and interest from the Hayes Town Centre Improvements Scheme. The ambition is to create a contemporary and distinctive feature for Hayes Town Centre that builds on the rich musical heritage associated with the area and reflects the cultural diversity of Hayes. The landmark features are intended to help create a sense of place making existing residents feel proud of their origins and new residents aware of the character and heritage of Hayes.

The council have appointed architects, The Decorators, to develop proposals for the Hayes landmark features. They will carry out extensive public engagement and consultation so that the finished designs are supported by local residents and businesses. Further updates on the public engagement and consultation will be provided in future bulletins.

Subway improvementsThe main pedestrian route connecting Hayes and Harlington Station to Blyth Road and The Old Vinyl Factory is a very tired and unwelcoming subway. Ahead of the planned Crossrail station improvements the council have carried out short term refurbishment works to the subway, which includes:•repainting both entrances•new lit signage on both entrances •cleaning the existing tiles.

Town Centre team contacts www.hillingdon.gov.uk/towncentres [email protected] 01895 250461

Look out for...The popular Hayes Canal Community Day will be held on on Sunday 10 May, from 11am to 4pm, to celebrate the hidden asset that is the Grand Union Canal. The day will include:

•Boat rides•Kayak rides•Music•Street entertainers•Information stalls

The event is being supported by a range of partners including Hayes Town Partnership, Hayes Town Business Forum, Hillingdon Canal Partnership, Hillingdon Narrow Boats Association and High Point Village.

Published by the London Borough of Hillingdon March 2015 12206


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