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Search the Public Notice PortalA date has been set for work to begin on a "long-overdue" pedestrian crossing on the city outskirts.
After two years of back and forth between supermarket chain Aldi and housing developer Persimmon Homes have finally agreed to install the crossing at Longwater Retail Park.
Work to build the pedestrian crossing, along William Frost Way, will begin on July 7 and last for nine weeks.
While the work will bring with it some disruption to the area Gary Blundell, district councillor for New Costessey ward, said it's "a small price to pay".
He said: "After years of campaigning, it's fantastic to see that work is finally scheduled to begin on the long-overdue pedestrian crossing in William Frost Way.
"For too long, residents have braved dangerous conditions, often playing a daily game of chance just to cross safely between Aldi and Sainsbury's.
"While some disruption is expected during the works, a few weeks of inconvenience is a small price to pay compared to the risk of serious accidents.
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"This crossing will make a real difference to the safety and accessibility of our community.
"A huge thank you goes to Cllr Sharon Blundell and the dedicated officers at both South Norfolk Council and Norfolk County Council for their support and persistence in getting this vital project moving."
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The row initially started when Aldi committed to building the crossing as part of its proposal for a store at the site, which opened in July 2023 without it being built.
Aldi then tried to pull out of installing the crossing, amid disagreements with Persimmon, leading to Norfolk County Council erecting barriers along the road.
The barriers are placed in the centre of the busy 30mph dual carriageway to prevent people attempting to cross dangerously.
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