Kensington Project Area
Background
Underground power is coming to the Kensington and Waterford
Triangle areas through the Network Renewal Undergrounding Program
Pilot (NRUPP) Tranche 2, bringing the last sections of the City’s power connections
underground. The NRUPP replaces overhead power lines with underground power
infrastructure in areas selected by Western Power. The Program is carried out
by Western Power in partnership with local government.
Western Power is currently finalising the details for this
project. Subject to council approval the project is expected to commence in the
final quarter of 2025.
What you can expect
We are working with Western Power to confirm the timelines and
costs involved. Residents will be required to contribute to this upgrade and
these costs will be outlineD in your 2025/26 Rates Notice. Exact cots for the
project will be determined during our 2025/26 Annual Budget. Various payment
options will be available.
You will receive another letter from us when the costs have been
determined. This letter will also outline more details such as the possible
impacts to your property and the expected timeline for the project.
We will host an information session for the community in
partnership with Western Power. Experts from Western Power and the City will be
in attendance, available to answer any questions and discuss the project in
further detail.
Before construction begins and at the key stages of the project, Western Power’s appointed contractor will notify residents of the planned works.
Benefits of underground power
Underground power delivers a host of benefits which will enhance your neighbourhood. Some of the key benefits include:
- Improved network safety and reliability
- Improved streetscapes and visual amenity
- Enhanced streetscapes with increased growth
- Potential for increase in property values
- Reduced vegetation trimming and maintenance costs
- Brighter, more reliable LED streetlighting
Keeping you informed
We will provide further
updates on this page as the project progresses. Affected ratepayers will soon
be invited to an information session with Western Power and the project team to
outline what you can expect and answer any questions or concerns you may have.
News Listings
Underground Power for Salter Point
Media enquiry regarding Salter Point will be receiving underground power as part of Round Five of the State Underground Power Program.
Underground Power Project Completion - Como
The City together with Western Power this morning announced the completion of the Underground Power Project (UPP) in east Como.
Underground Power and Kensington
Media enquiry regarding the commitment of Western Power and the State Government in relation to underground power in Kensington and surrounding area.
Underground Power Moves Ahead
At the November Ordinary Council Meeting the City of South Perth Council moved to accept the estimate of costs prepared for the State Undergrounding of Powerlines Project (SUPP) Como East project, meaning that work on the project can now progress.
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