Images show sky rail proposed to replace Coolstore Rd, Croydon level crossing

THIS is what sky rail bridges in Croydon will look like as the council pushes for the State Government to include the level crossing removal in its plans.

An artist’s impression of the proposed Croydon skyrail.

IMAGES of the proposed Croydon sky rail project have been revealed.

A report outlining the preliminary investigation into the Croydon grade separation was presented at a recent Maroondah Council meeting, containing images that showed what the area would like look like if the rail line was elevated.

What the sky rail would look like.

The council has allocated $40,000 for preliminary investigations into grade separation of the rail line at Coolstore Rd, Croydon, to create a more accessible and connected town centre.

Coolstore Rd crossing removal could be sky rail bridge

Mayor Tony Dib previously told Leader early indications showed a below-ground option was not feasible due to the height of the railway bridge at Mt Dandenong Rd.

According to the report, benefits from elevated rail include improved pedestrian, traffic and cycling connections, and increased carparking and open space. Disadvantages were the visual appearance of the structure, the overlooking of adjacent properties, and tree removal.

The level crossing is not on the State Government’s current removal program but the council will now advocate for it to be included, and continue to consult with the community about the project.

How the area looks now.

How it would look with elevated rail.

Croydon Central urban renewal project member Nathan Hill previously told Leader putting the rail line underground was its preference.

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