Station Type
Transfer (O-Train Connection)
Platform Style
Side
Entrance/Exits
- South-East to Albert Street
- West to O-Train
Theme
Sustainability: This theme concept would incorporate environmentally friendly and eco-conscious art and design. This concept promotes an approach to materials and mediums that consider natural elements and environmental sensitivity of the Ottawa area.
Description
Bayview is an existing bus transit station along the Transitway which also acts as a link to the existing O-Train. This connection will be retained and improved.
Passengers approaching from Albert Street will access the station across a southerly entrance plaza. Bicycle parking is provided at the upper level next to the entrance. A pedestrian crossing at the entrance will give pedestrians safe access to the station from future development to the south.
Station design will allow for both the east-west and north-south cycling pathways to interconnect north of the proposed station. Access to the north side of the station will be via a new path underneath the existing transit bridge around the north end of the O-Train line.
Track & Platform Configuration
LRT trains will be accessed from grade level while the O-Train connection will be maintained at the lower level. The platforms will be initially 120 metres long with provision to extend to 150 metres when ridership volumes warrant.
Descent / Ascent
LRT trains will be accessed from grade or from one level below grade. Passengers may descend and ascend via stairs, elevators, or escalators. Access to/from the O-Train platform will be improved at the west end of the station.
Connections
Bayview Station is positioned over the O-Train line to provide passengers with a weather-protected, convenient, and quick transfer point. Bicycle parking is provided at the upper level adjacent the entrance. Local buses are able to drop-off transferring passengers along the Albert Street interface. A pedestrian crossing at the entrance gives pedestrians safe access to the station from future development to the south.
Future Consideration
There is land to the south and east of the station slated for development. The area to the north of the station will allow for potential future Interprovincial transit connection.
