Tanner Street Redevelopment to Ease Flooding and Create Tourist Boulevard

Tanner Street, long plagued by flooding and congestion during heavy rains, is set for a major transformation as the government moves ahead with plans to convert the downtown thoroughfare into a modern tourist and vendor boulevard.

Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant said during Thursday’s post-Cabinet briefing that the project aims to improve drainage from Country Pond to the sea while creating a more pedestrian-friendly and visually appealing environment. The redesign will include covering the open drain that currently runs through the area, widening the street, and improving the flow of traffic.

“The idea is to make Tanner Street more aesthetically friendly while ensuring that overflow from the pond is properly channeled,” Merchant explained. “The goal is to eliminate the flooding issues that have affected businesses and commuters for years and transform the area into a more welcoming space for both locals and visitors.”

He said further details, including consultation with downtown vendors and design specifics, would be provided in the coming weeks. The Tanner Street project forms part of a broader urban renewal effort that also includes road technology upgrades using Colombian-developed materials on the nearby Burning Flames Highway.

The government has not yet disclosed the project’s timeline or cost but has indicated that it will complement wider beautification initiatives across St. John’s, including repainting government buildings and expanding tree-planting drives throughout the capital.

Officials say the ultimate goal is to balance tourism development with improved infrastructure and better working conditions for small business owners operating in the city.

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