Muizenberg beachfront refurbishment construction set to resume again
Phase 1 of the resumed Muizenberg Beachfront Refurbishment Project will get underway on Monday, January 12, with a safety enclosure being set up around the existing ablution block, followed by the removal of the roof, pergola and windows.
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Construction work on the Muizenberg Beachfront Refurbishment Project will restart on Monday, January 12.
According to Chand Environmental Consultants, the firm appointed by the City to manage the public participation process, work will begin with the phased demolition of the existing ablution block.
The first phase will focus on creating a safe enclosure around the building as depicted in the Phase 1 diagram. During the first week, workers will remove the roof, pergola, and windows.
The temporary toilets that were installed over the festive season will remain in use and will now serve as the main ablution facilities. These are located opposite the large western parking circle.
From early on Monday morning, the temporary parking area and pedestrian route leading through the construction site to the St James Walkway will be closed.
This access was opened over the festive season but will now be shut to ensure the safety of beachgoers and promenade users while construction is underway.
The second phase, illustrated in the Phase 2 image below, will involve the full demolition of the ablution block, followed by excavation work.
During this stage, a larger section of the promenade will be fenced off for safety. This will include the area that previously housed the NGO buildings used by Waves for Change and Shark Spotters.
While those buildings will not be demolished, both organisations have already been relocated to new temporary premises along the beachfront and will continue operating during the construction period.
The project team has also warned that work areas on the beach will be expanded in the coming weeks to make space for the next stages of the refurbishment.
Phase 2 will include the full demolition of the ablution block and excavation work, with a larger section of the promenade cordoned off for safety, including the area near the former NGO buildings.
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Chand Environmental Consultants said they understand that construction can be disruptive and thanked the community for its patience and cooperation.
The City and the contractor, they said, remain committed to limiting inconvenience as far as possible while working towards an upgraded beachfront for everyone to enjoy.
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