This week blasting began at 1047 Richmond Road for the construction of the two towers.
I am disappointed that no one from the development reached out to let me know this would be starting in order to provide notice to residents.
To our knowledge, the blasting will last two days (yesterday and today), followed by about a week break, which they will use to dig out the blasted rock, followed by two more days of blasting.
According to the information we received, the purpose of this work is to remove contaminated materials before the building construction begins.
Once they have removed the rock required, the hole will be filled in until construction phase.
No blasting should occur before 8am or after 5pm.
They are anticipating 3 blasts per day.
Here’s what you can expect:
Advance warning:
– 1 minute prior to blast …. 5 short whistles
– Immediately after blast…. 3 short whistles
– All clear after blast…… 1 long whistle
I have received calls and emails regarding dust and debris and have reached out to Bylaw to have the site visited to ensure the proper precautions are being taken.
Residents with questions about blasting or the construction plan can contact: Ben Hammoud, Blastek. (613) 724-0602.
Note: This not part of Stage 2 LRT. It is for the private development.
Construction is permitted on-site during the regular daytime construction hours.
As per the City of Ottawa’s Noise By-law (No. 2017-255); it is a violation for construction sites or heavy equipment to operate in any structure, highway or building:
- Monday to Saturday: before 7 am and after 10 pm
- Sunday and statutory holidays: before 9 am and after 10 pm
For anyone not familiar with this development, you can read more on my website: Ontario Land Tribunal Decision: 1047 Richmond Road – Bay Ward Bulletin