A busy city route is about to undergo £85,000 worth of resurfacing works which are not expected to be complete until mid-September.

The resurfacing of a section of worn-out pavement along Bluebell Road in Norwich is due to start on Monday, July 22.

The works are predicted to take up to 56 working days to complete with an end date set for September 16.

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The road is part of a popular travel route between Norwich city centre and the University of East Anglia.

The existing damaged surface will be removed and replaced with a new level surface and edgings will be replaced where needed.

Access to properties will be maintained throughout the works duration however there may be periods where vehicle access is restricted.

Locals and businesses will be notified of disruption in advance by the contractor.

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On completion of the work the new pavement surface should improve ease of access for all users and reduce maintenance costs.

New paving will be installed between the junction of Salter Avenue to improve accessibility.

The work which will be carried out by Norfolk County Council’s Community and Environmental Services Department and their contractors.