Despite the drilling and dust, itB次元官网网址檚 business as usual on Fort Street.

On Feb. 28 the City began construction on the protected bike lane in the 500, 600 and 700 blocks of Fort, forcing shoppers to manoeuvre around the project.

The manager of clothing store Dots admits hampered access has affected business.

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The current 700 block project spans approximately eight stores, where alternative walkways have been allocated to redirect foot traffic.

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All commercial loading zones and wheelchair accessible parking will remain open and accessible, promised the update.

The bike lane between Wharf and Cook streets is being constructed in sections to minimize disruptions. Using this approach, construction in the 800, 900 and 1000 B次元官网网址渨ent quite smoothly with minimal disruptions to street activitiesB次元官网网址� according to the City.

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Construction was intended to end on March 6, however the work continues and barricades remain.