Robson Square Renovations

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Originally Posted by officedweller

Ever since the old Connaught Bridge (which connected to Robson) was replaced by the current Cambie Bridge (connecting to Smithe and Nelson),
Robson has declined in status as a transportation corridor.
Its role as a shopping street has risen, while its role as a transportation corridor has waned.

If they opened up Haro to traffic - and removed this restriction (pic below), Smithe / Haro would connect into the West End.

Alternatively, Thurlow could be made 2-way north of Nelson (or for its entire length) to access other east-west streets.
With the changes at the north end of the Burrard Bridge, you probably don't want a massive flow down Thurlow to Burrard Bridge anymore,
since the right turn (eastbound Pacific to bridge) will be a traffic light controlled movement.


http://www.bing.com/mapspreview?q=robson+and+haro+vancouver&mkt=en&FORM=HDRSC4

Don't forget you are threading on NIMBY grounds, and that crazy cat lady would go wild if you suggest having major traffic flowing through her neighbourhood. Can't touch sensitive West End lands.