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The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 8
Estimate
Estimate.
The estimated cost of constructing and equipping the proposed tramways may be approximated as follows:—
| 1st. Section. Laying down endless wire rope between City terminus and top of Leven street, Roslyn, including all permanent way with stationary engines and cars necessary for present traffic | £15,000 |
| 2nd. Section. Approximate cost for laying down the permanent way, say 3 miles, at £1,500 per mile | £4,500 |
| Road improvements | 800 |
| Equipments including locomotive or horses and cars | 3,000 |
| £8,300 | |
| Total cost of scheme— | |
| 1st. Section | £15,000 |
| 2nd. Section | 8,300 |
| £23,300 |
The above estimates do not include any compensation that may be required by the City or any of the municipalities.