The work will start on Merkuriuksentie, Riimukuja and part of Tikkuritie in October–November. The renovation of these streets is expected to be completed by autumn 2026.
From the beginning of 2026 onwards, roadworks will also be carried out on Uranuksentie, Saturnuksentie, Jupiterintie, Marsintie, Plutonkuja, Meteorikuja, Pikkaraiskuja, Pikkaraispolku and Pikkaraistie.
The timetable for the completion of these works is not yet known. However, all of the streets should be completed by summer 2027 at the latest.
The timetables will be clarified once a contractor is selected for the project. The tendering process for the contractor is currently underway.
Comprehensive renovation on 12 streets
The renovation will improve the durability and dryness of the streets and replace street lights. All gravel streets will be renovated and paved with asphalt. Parts of some of the streets will also be narrowed to reduce driving speeds and improve pedestrian safety.
The most notable work site of the project is the area of Merkuriuksentie and Riimukuja. In addition to other works, these streets will also see the replacement of HSY's water and sewer pipes. The Merkuriuksentie construction site will also extend to Tikkuritie. This street will see some temporary lane changes during the works.
It is possible that motor vehicle access to the plots will have to be restricted for short periods while work is being carried out near the plots. The contractor will contact the affected properties about this in advance.
The work stage that will generate the most noise is the renovation of Merkuriuksentie and Riimukuja, as the works there involve pile driving, among other things. The noisiest work will take place between 7:00 and 18:00. The contractor will announce any night work separately.
The construction is based on street plans approved by the Urban Environment Committee in 2021.
