Work begins Monday on Brentwood Road corridor
Residents and commuters on the Westside are being urged to adjust their travel plans as the City of West Kelowna launches the first phase of the Brentwood Pedestrian Project on Monday, July 20. Municipal crews and contractors will focus initially on Brentwood Road between Alhambra Drive and Ponderosa Court, with construction expected to continue into early autumn. The city says the multi-phase effort aims to make the corridor safer and more reliable for people walking, while managing traffic through the neighbourhood during the build.
What the first phase will deliver
According to the city, phase one includes approximately 710 metres of new concrete sidewalk, along with curbs, a gutter system and stormwater drainage upgrades. Additional streetlighting is also slated for installation to improve visibility after dark. While the project is driven by pedestrian improvements, the underground and surface works bundled with the sidewalk are expected to address runoff and extend the lifespan of the roadway edge.
Traffic management and access
Construction will bring noticeable changes to how vehicles move through the area. The city advises that drivers should expect single-lane alternating traffic along the active work zone. The section of Brentwood Road under construction will be open to local traffic only, with crews maintaining emergency access at all times. Motorists are encouraged to leave extra time, follow traffic control directions and consider alternate routes where possible to reduce delays and improve safety for workers and residents.
- Where: Brentwood Rd., from Alhambra Dr. to Ponderosa Ct. (Phase 1)
- When: Starts Monday, July 20; continues until early autumn
- Traffic: Single-lane alternating; local access only through active zone
- Access: Emergency crews will have maintained access
What’s next for the corridor
A second phase is planned to extend improvements from Ponderosa Court to Ross Road. The city has not yet announced the construction schedule for that segment, indicating details will be released at a later date. Staging the work in two parts allows the municipality to focus resources and traffic control on shorter sections, reducing disruption for nearby residents and businesses compared to a single, longer closure.
| Phase | Location | Scope highlights | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Alhambra Dr. to Ponderosa Ct. | ~710 m sidewalk; curbs, gutter, stormwater; added streetlights | Starts July 20; through early autumn |
| Phase 2 | Ponderosa Ct. to Ross Rd. | Remaining Brentwood Road pedestrian upgrades | To be announced |
Why it matters for Kelowna-area residents
Kelowna and West Kelowna share tightly linked commuting patterns across the Okanagan’s west side, and corridor works like this can ripple across peak-hour travel. The Brentwood project adds a separated walking space on a well-used connector while bringing drainage and lighting in line with current standards. For drivers coming from or heading to Kelowna, the single-lane controls and local-access limitation will likely add a few minutes to neighbourhood trips, especially during busy periods, making route planning and patience essential over the coming weeks.
How to prepare
Residents near the work area may notice intermittent noise, equipment staging and temporary driveway adjustments as curb and sidewalk sections are formed and poured. The city recommends following posted signage, observing reduced speeds through the zone, and watching for workers and pedestrians navigating around closures. With phase two still to come between Ponderosa and Ross, the municipality says further scheduling information will be provided in advance to keep the public informed.
