We’re excited to share with you the design plan for a suite of pedestrian upgrades in Bay Street, Double Bay that will improve safety, accessibility, amenity and connection to the Double Bay Ferry Wharf, beach and Steyne Park. This project is funded by a grant from the NSW Government’s Public Spaces Legacy Program, previously allocated to the Knox Street Pedestrian Project, and under the terms must be completed by December 2023.

These works will be delivered at the same time as Transport for NSW’s major upgrade of the Double Bay Ferry Wharf, resulting in a fresh look for the entire precinct by the end of 2023. When complete, they will make walking, cycling and public transport an easier and more enjoyable way to access the harbour front.

This project involves moving the street’s existing cul-de-sac closer to the Double Bay centre, allowing us to expand the paved area between the street and ferry wharf.

Through pedestrian-friendly design and increased planting and landscaping, the upgrades will result in a leafy and attractive space that enhances the character of the area.

The project includes:

• Moving the cul-de-sac 26 metres closer to the William Street
• Creating a paved pedestrian zone at the northern end of Bay Street
• Reducing ten car parking spaces to allow a greater area for walking
• Adding bicycle racks;
• Extending tree canopy and adding new landscaping
• Improving storm water drainage and quality of water management.

This project is wholly funded by a grant from the NSW Government’s Public Spaces Legacy Program.

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