In assessing options during the development of Melbourne Metro, the following matters were considered: Transport Integration Act 2010 Project Objectives Technical requirements Relevant technical reports Stakeholder and community views Relevant policies and legislative requirements. Figure Melbourne Metro planning and development process Project Options A detailed assessment was undertaken of horizontal and vertical alignment options and options for the location, alignment and construction of station boxes for Melbourne Metro. Design of the selected project options for Melbourne Metro has been developing over several years (as described in Chapter 2 Project Rationale and Benefits). Detailed design development would continue to refine elements of the project, including constructability and design issues for operational components. Melbourne Metro alignment options Alignment options for Melbourne Metro were assessed against the following criteria: Improving access to jobs in the Melbourne CBD and key employment hubs outside the city centre, and supporting and stimulating urban renewal Deliverability and extent of disruptions Cost (including upfront capital costs and operating and maintenance costs).
In assessing options during the development of Melbourne Metro, the following matters were considered: Transport Integration Act 2010 Project Objectives Technical requirements Relevant technical reports Stakeholder and community views Relevant policies and legislative requirements. Figure Melbourne Metro planning and development process Project Options A detailed assessment was undertaken of horizontal and vertical alignment options and options for the location, alignment and construction of station boxes for Melbourne Metro. Design of the selected project options for Melbourne Metro has been developing over several years (as described in Chapter 2 Project Rationale and Benefits). Detailed design development would continue to refine elements of the project, including constructability and design issues for operational components. Melbourne Metro alignment options Alignment options for Melbourne Metro were assessed against the following criteria: Improving access to jobs in the Melbourne CBD and key employment hubs outside the city centre, and supporting and stimulating urban renewal Deliverability and extent of disruptions Cost (including upfront capital costs and operating and maintenance costs).
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