The City of Cape Town would like to advise residents and road users of a temporary lane closure at the Buttskop Road level crossing in Blackheath on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, and Thursday, 21 May 2026, between 09:00 and 15:00 daily. The temporary lane closure, with traffic accommodation in place, will affect the section of Buttskop Road between Trafford Road and Van Riebeeck Road.
‘The City understands that lane closures can cause inconvenience to motorists and residents, but these maintenance activities are necessary to improve safety at the Buttskop Road level crossing. We appeal to all road users to be patient, adhere to temporary traffic management measures and exercise caution in the area while this important work is under way,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas.
The City of Cape Town and Metrorail have an existing Maintenance Agreement in place regarding the maintenance of railway level crossings and the approach roads where the City is the road authority.
The temporary lane closure is to enable Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) officials to conduct a joint condition assessment and undertake maintenance work required by the Railway Safety Regulator.
The City apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks residents and commuters for their understanding and cooperation.
