Cranbrook City Council is looking at permanently closing 1st Street South between Victoria Avenue and 23 Avenue South.
City staff say the section of road doesn’t meet current traffic safety standards as it is a steep slope across a sidewalk with poor visibility.
The road was intended as a temporary access road for the nearby subdivision when it was established in 1973, but other access roads were put in place in the 90s.
“We, as a Council, want to ensure we provide reliable and responsive infrastructure to the community while working to help create a supportive environment for growth in housing, which is laid out in our strategic plan,” said Mayor Wayne Price.
The city is considering a plan that will include a pathway to ensure continued public access to Rotary Way.
The lot will be rezoned for residential use to attract a low-income rental provider.
“This change will help us to meet the growing need for lower-income and high-density housing options in Cranbrook while improving traffic safety.”
A public hearing on the proposed road closure has been set for Feb. 24 at 6 p.m. in council chambers.
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