Taipei MRT Skybridge Project Budget Increased by NT$300 Million, Totaling NT$1.11 Billion, Aiming for Late 2029 Completion
The construction budget for Taipei MRT's planned skybridge over Civic Boulevard, connecting to the Zhongshan District Linear Park, has been increased by NT$300 million due to design changes necessitated by the relocation of Guoguang Bus Taipei Station. The total project cost now stands at NT$1.11 billion, with completion targeted for the end of 2029.
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Taipei MRT's plan to construct a skybridge over Civic Boulevard, linking the Zhongshan District Linear Park, has seen its budget increase by NT$300 million. The total cost is now NT$1.11 billion, with completion estimated for the end of 2029. This adjustment is due to design modifications required by the relocation of the Guoguang Bus Taipei Station.
The Taipei City Department of Public Works reported to the City Council's Public Works Committee on the "Revised Total Construction Cost Proposal for the Civic Boulevard Skybridge Construction Project to Connect Linear Park." Officials including Taipei City Department of Public Works Commissioner Huang Yi-ping and Department of Public Works Director Lin Kun-hu were present.
Originally, Taipei MRT had planned to build an overpass above Civic Boulevard adjacent to the Guoguang Bus Taipei Station, extending to the Zhongshan District's "Xin Zhongshan" Linear Park.
Lin Kun-hu stated at the committee meeting that this project is part of the city government's West District Gateway Project, aiming to enhance the three-dimensional pedestrian movement system. The project extends the eastern section of the Taipei Corridor over Civic Boulevard to connect with the Linear Park. The Department of Public Works allocated a budget of NT$460 million for this, with Taipei MRT managing the project.
Lin Kun-hu explained that the original plan was later submitted to the Taipei City Urban Design Review Committee. The committee recommended incorporating improvements after the relocation of Guoguang Bus. In August 2023, the Mayor directed that the cleared Guoguang Bus Taipei Station site be used for the skybridge design. The budget was revised to NT$810 million, approved by the Urban Design Review Committee in 2024, and passed by the council last year.
Lin Kun-hu mentioned that the project was put out to tender three times between 2025 and 2025 without success. Inquiries revealed that contractors were interested but found the bidding amount unattractive. Following a report to the city government in November of that year, an additional NT$300 million budget was approved. This was passed by the Municipal Affairs Meeting in January of this year and submitted to the council for discussion.
Lin Kun-hu noted that the newly allocated NT$300 million is primarily for construction costs, with design and planning fees remaining at NT$26.17 million. Due to the demolition of the Guoguang Bus facilities, the skybridge's width will increase from 3-4 meters to 15 meters, with a length of 100 meters.
Lin Kun-hu added that the new budget accounts for increased indirect costs for contractors due to market conditions and material supply uncertainties. Furthermore, the construction site's location next to Taipei Main Station, constrained by the Civic Avenue elevated bridge above and the MRT box culvert below, increases construction difficulty and risks.
The Taipei City Council's Public Works Committee raised no objections to the proposal. It will subsequently be sent to the full council for second and third readings. The Department of Public Works estimates that if approved by the council, the project could be completed by the end of 2029. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150512
The Taipei City Department of Public Works reported to the City Council's Public Works Committee on the "Revised Total Construction Cost Proposal for the Civic Boulevard Skybridge Construction Project to Connect Linear Park." Officials including Taipei City Department of Public Works Commissioner Huang Yi-ping and Department of Public Works Director Lin Kun-hu were present.
Originally, Taipei MRT had planned to build an overpass above Civic Boulevard adjacent to the Guoguang Bus Taipei Station, extending to the Zhongshan District's "Xin Zhongshan" Linear Park.
Lin Kun-hu stated at the committee meeting that this project is part of the city government's West District Gateway Project, aiming to enhance the three-dimensional pedestrian movement system. The project extends the eastern section of the Taipei Corridor over Civic Boulevard to connect with the Linear Park. The Department of Public Works allocated a budget of NT$460 million for this, with Taipei MRT managing the project.
Lin Kun-hu explained that the original plan was later submitted to the Taipei City Urban Design Review Committee. The committee recommended incorporating improvements after the relocation of Guoguang Bus. In August 2023, the Mayor directed that the cleared Guoguang Bus Taipei Station site be used for the skybridge design. The budget was revised to NT$810 million, approved by the Urban Design Review Committee in 2024, and passed by the council last year.
Lin Kun-hu mentioned that the project was put out to tender three times between 2025 and 2025 without success. Inquiries revealed that contractors were interested but found the bidding amount unattractive. Following a report to the city government in November of that year, an additional NT$300 million budget was approved. This was passed by the Municipal Affairs Meeting in January of this year and submitted to the council for discussion.
Lin Kun-hu noted that the newly allocated NT$300 million is primarily for construction costs, with design and planning fees remaining at NT$26.17 million. Due to the demolition of the Guoguang Bus facilities, the skybridge's width will increase from 3-4 meters to 15 meters, with a length of 100 meters.
Lin Kun-hu added that the new budget accounts for increased indirect costs for contractors due to market conditions and material supply uncertainties. Furthermore, the construction site's location next to Taipei Main Station, constrained by the Civic Avenue elevated bridge above and the MRT box culvert below, increases construction difficulty and risks.
The Taipei City Council's Public Works Committee raised no objections to the proposal. It will subsequently be sent to the full council for second and third readings. The Department of Public Works estimates that if approved by the council, the project could be completed by the end of 2029. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150512
FAQ
What is the purpose of the skybridge project?
The skybridge aims to connect the Zhongshan District Linear Park over Civic Boulevard, enhancing the three-dimensional pedestrian movement system as part of the city's West District Gateway Project.
Why was the budget increased?
The budget was increased due to design changes necessitated by the relocation of the Guoguang Bus Taipei Station, which led to an expansion of the skybridge's width and length, as well as increased construction costs due to market conditions and site complexities.
What is the new total cost and estimated completion date?
The total project cost has increased to NT$1.11 billion, with completion estimated for the end of 2029.
What were the challenges faced during the project's planning and tendering process?
The project faced challenges including three failed tenders due to unattractive bidding amounts and increased construction difficulty and risks associated with the site's location next to Taipei Main Station.