Traffic Planning for Otahuhu Town Centre: Urban Streetscape Upgrade Case Study

Traffic Planning Consultants (TPC) led the traffic engineering and road safety design for the Otahuhu Town Centre upgrade in Auckland. Working as part of a multidisciplinary consultant team, TPC developed a comprehensive streetscape improvement plan to enhance safety, pedestrian access, and transport integration across the town centre. The design incorporated upgraded intersections, pedestrian and cycle facilities, and improved public transport access.

Summary

Project Overview

Client: Auckland Council (via consultant team)
Location: Otahuhu, Auckland
Scope: Traffic engineering and road safety design for town centre streetscape upgrade
Challenges: Enhancing pedestrian safety and access, integrating multi-modal transport, managing parking and network impacts

Our Approach

Integrated Design and Analysis
TPC carried out full site and crash data analysis, stakeholder engagement, traffic and parking surveys, and intersection modelling. We provided concept, preliminary, and detailed geometric designs incorporating traffic signals, priority intersections, zebra crossings, and shared paths for pedestrians and cyclists.

Public Transport and Parking Integration
The final design supported seamless integration with local bus services and included vehicle tracking analysis to optimise access and safety. Parking supply and layout were carefully planned to balance community needs and support economic activity.

Key Outcomes

Delivered streetscape upgrade designs that improved pedestrian and cyclist safety
Developed integrated transport solutions including traffic signals and shared paths
Conducted intersection modelling and tracking to optimise traffic operations
Enhanced public transport access and redesigned parking arrangements
Supported long-term town centre revitalisation through transport-led design

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Traffic Planning Consultants specialise in Traffic Engineering Investigation and Design and Road Safety Audit services that enhance safety, accessibility, and transport integration in complex urban environments.

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