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Originally Posted by ryanmaccdn
Center platforms also have significantly reduced capacity comparatively , keep in mind.
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Terminus stations are always center platform because passengers can board the next train whichever side it arrives in. It should've been the case for Brighouse, but now, doubletracking with a switch just before the station is the only bandaid solution now that the station can't expand east due to new development.
FYI, this wasn't a budget issue. Doubletrack was originally intended, but the geriatrics at Richmond city council didn't like the heavy guideway ruining the quaint arterial that is No 3 Road, and wanted an at-grade LRT, but settled on single-track for less "visual impact".