Dr. Steve Thomas questions the cost and options for relocating a Western Power stay pole at 213 Hardey Road, Belmont, potentially hindering subdivision. The Minister's answer indicates Western Power is evaluating options and will liaise with the customer.

AnsweredQoN 2198Legislative Council
Asked
15 October 2024
Portfolio
Energy

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I refer to an application to move a stay pole (holding tension on a corner pole) that is situated at the front of 213 Hardey Road, Belmont, and I ask: (a) what is the cost of moving the pole to allow access if a subdivision were to occur; (b) what options have been examined, including alternative pole sites; (c) have quotes of up to $82,000 been directed to the owners of 213 Hardey Road; and (d) if yes to (c), how does it cost $82,000 to shift one pole or change to a stay wire structure?

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Answered
27 November 2024
Responded by
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Energy
Response time
13 days
(a-d) Western Power has been engaged to undertake a full evaluation of options available to relocate the stay pole at 213 Hardey Road, Belmont.
Following this Western Power will liaise directly with the customer to discuss the outcome and options.

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