The options and affordability

On May 5 and 7, 2009, Council reviewed three options for the Lane Reallocation Trial and on May 7, 2009, approved a one-lane trial on the bridge.

• View the agenda, minutes and video clips from May 5 Council Meeting, 2009
• View the agenda, minutes and video clips from May 7 Council Meeting, 2009

Options proposed

There have been several other options proposed for the Burrard Bridge but none have proven to be viable or affordable at this time. Watch the videos below to understand why.

• Cycle the Granville Bridge instead
• Separate sidewalks for pedestrains and cyclists
• Switchable lanes similar to the Lions Gate Bridge
• Widen the sidewalks for pedestrians and cyclists
• Build a bike path under the bridge

"Purpose-built" options have significant costs

The City is studying whether a lane reallocation would provide a relatively inexpensive approach to moving quickly towards improving safety on the bridge. Other options, such as the ones below, would be more expensive and take longer to implement. These costs do not include the estimated $30 million required to repair and maintain the existing bridge structure.

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