CDOT streetscape improvement projects consist of infrastructure, pedestrian safety, and placemaking improvements with the goal of creating unified, safe, walkable, and attractive commercial destinations. Streetscape projects foster community and economic growth by prioritizing investments in pedestrian activity, multi-modal transportation, vibrant public spaces, and quality-of-life amenities for local residents.

CDOT is conducting a streetscape improvement project along Lincoln Avenue from Western Avenue to Catalpa Avenue, including Catalpa Avenue from Lincoln Avenue to Western Avenue. The project builds off the 2019 Lincoln Square Master Plan and supports community plans to create the Lincoln Avenue North Arts (LANA) District in the area.

This targeted investment aims to bring the vitality and pedestrian activity on Lincoln Ave south of Lawrence to Lincoln Ave north of Lawrence. It will provide needed investment in infrastructure, multi-modal, pedestrian safety, and placemaking improvements to support the revitalization of the Lincoln Avenue.

Section 1: Lincoln Avenue, Foster Avenue to Catalpa Avenue and Catalpa Avenue , Lincoln Avenue to Western Avenue

Section 2: Lincoln Avenue, from Western Avenue to Foster Avenue, including Ainslie Arts Plaza

• Roadway geometry and intersection improvements
• Full width roadway resurfacing
• New wider sidewalks with parkway pavers
• New curb and gutter
• New street lighting
• Traffic signal upgrades
• ADA ramps and crosswalks
• Protected bike lanes
• Right-sizing Catalpa Ave and curb extensions
• Tree plantings and landscaping
• Site furnishings
• Community light pole identifiers
• Community gateway identifier
• New public plaza
• Side street seating areas