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Kamloops Construction

Building permits in Kamloops see small surge in November

KAMLOOPS – November is the first month this fall to see an increase in the number of building permits issued in Kamloops. After a strong start to the year, October and September saw a drastic drop in building permits, building starts and construction values across the board. There were 17 single family housing permits issued in...

Five star hotel in five years: Luxury development proposed for Kamloops

KAMLOOPS – Kamloops could see not only its first five star hotel, but its first hotel-condo hybrid in as few as five years. The Hospitality Inn at 500 Columbia St. was acquired last year by Pacific Hospitality Hotel Group, who own six other properties in in Kamloops including the Hampton and Comfort Inns. “It was...

Kamloops building starts continue to decline in October

KAMLOOPS - September marked the beginning of a building permit decline in Kamloops and this month continues the trend with the number of permits, starts and construction values all down from during the same time last year. After a strong start to the year, October is the second consecutive month to see declines across the...

Kamloops saves money on 2015 capital projects

KAMLOOPS - Not all projects come in over budget, at least not this past year in Kamloops. The City of Kamloops has spent roughly $33 million on either new, expansion or maintenance infrastructure projects this year. Out of the 38 projects undertaken in 2015, the city has come in six per cent under budget. The...

The Kamloops commute this coming week

KAMLOOPS – In only one week’s time, Kamloops residents will get their bridge back. The Overlanders Bridge project is on schedule and predicted to conclude by the end of this month. Remaining city road construction will be complete during the first weeks of November. Overlanders Bridge Paving of the south end approach roads is scheduled...

Kamloops road construction winding down

KAMLOOPS – In two weeks time the Overlanders Bridge project should be complete with the remaining road construction projects wrapped up by early November.  Overlanders Bridge Crews continue to work on the east side of the bridge. Waterproofing is scheduled to take place this coming week with paving scheduled for the week of Oct. 26;...

What to expect in the final weeks of construction season in Kamloops

KAMLOOPS – One down, four to go, as the season for roadwork winds down in Kamloops. The Columbia Street project is officially complete and the remaining city construction projects are fast drawing to a close. Overlanders Bridge Crews continue to work on the east side of the bridge and will be removing west side scaffolding...

Kamloops construction activity down in September

KAMLOOPS – The number of building permits, construction starts and the value of construction last month in Kamloops are all down when compared to the same month last year. After a strong start to the year, September is the first month to see declines across the board with the exception of year to date totals...

What you need to know about Kamloops road construction

KAMLOOPS – The major road construction projects impacting Kamloops traffic are into their final days. This is the last month for the Overlanders Bridge project and the pylons have been lifted off Columbia Street, with only minor repairs remaining. Overlanders Bridge Crews continue to work on the east side of the bridge while also removing...

The Kamloops commute this coming next week

KAMLOOPS – With Overlanders Bridge promised to be complete by Oct. 31, residents have only six more weeks of detours, single lanes and flaggers, as construction season reaches its final phases. Overlanders Bridge Crews continue to work on the east side of the Overlanders Bridge. All southbound vehicles traveling downtown continue to detour through a...

Kamloops construction update: Overlanders Bridge will be complete by end of October

KAMLOOPS - While some wet weather has caused construction delays it is fully expected the Overlanders Bridge will be completed on schedule. “I’m not necessarily going to state we’re behind or in delays,” Capital Projects Manager Darren Crundwell says, though he admits, “Any days we lose to weather really impact us reaching that date.” He...

Route changes coming for Overlanders Bridge construction

KAMLOOPS - The final major traffic configuration of the Overlanders Bridge begins this week. Crews will begin work on the east side of the bridge deck and traffic will move to the western lanes of the bridge. Motorists can expect single lane alternating traffic on the bridge most evenings starting at 9 p.m. All southbound vehicles...

Two new projects added to road construction in Kamloops

KAMLOOPS – The contruction season continues in full force in Kamloops with two new project added to the list. Work on Aberdeen Drive will take place Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with the possibility of night work. Directional and alternating traffic will be maintained but motorists are advised to expect delays. On Tuesday,...

More roadwork set to begin in Kamloops

KAMLOOPS - As work continues on major roadways in the city two more projects are set to begin. Aberdeen Drive from Pacific Way to Highway 5A will be repaved and sidewalks will be repaired. A left turn lane will be constructed at Van Horne Drive as well as minor improvements to drainage, curb and gutter systems....

The Kamloops commute this week

KAMLOOPS – Here's the very latest from the City of Kamloops to help you plan your commute over the coming week. The southwest off ramp of the Overlanders Bridge remains closed to all traffic. Detour signs are directing all southbound traffic to Seymour Street. Heavy trucks are asked to avoid the Overlanders Bridge and use...

Keeping up with the Kamloops Kammute this week

KAMLOOPS - Here's what you will face on the commute in Kamloops this week. The southwest off ramp of the Overlanders Bridge remains closed to all traffic and southbound traffic is being rerouted to Seymour Street, according to the City of Kamloops. Heavy trucks are asked to avoid the Overlanders Bridge and use alternate routes....