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| Construction on the Crozet Square and Oak Street Improvements Project will start on Monday, January 6, 2025. It is anticipated to take less than one year to complete, with traffic patterns adjusted in stages throughout the project. During every phase of the construction, all businesses will remain open and accessible. This project is part of Albemarle County’s commitment to improving public spaces by making areas safer and more enjoyable. It also reflects our vision to foster a more vibrant, resilient, and accessible community. About the Project Overall improvements to The Square and Oak Street (between Library Avenue and The Square) will upgrade the stormwater system, enhance water drainage, improve ADA accessibility and pedestrian accommodations, create more marked parking areas, update signage, and improve traffic flow. When completed, you can expect the following: – The Square will see upgrades along 670 feet, including a new sidewalk near existing businesses, perpendicular parking on both sides of the road, and changes at the Crozet Avenue intersection. To improve the traffic flow, the intersection of The Square and Crozet Avenue will be converted into a right-turn-only intersection, meaning no left turns will be allowed from The Square onto Crozet Avenue or from Crozet Avenue onto The Square. Southbound vehicles on Crozet Avenue will be able to access The Square via Library Avenue and Oak Street. – Oak Street improvements will cover 320 feet and include a sidewalk on the west side and perpendicular parking on the east side. Project Timeline and Anticipated Traffic Impacts During Construction This project was designed to be constructed in stages to limit the impact on businesses and the community while maintaining traffic and access to local businesses. During all construction phases, access to businesses will remain. Additionally, there will always be access to private property along the corridor. During construction, there will be intermittent lane closures, and flagging will be in place. Please slow down, follow all detour signs as posted, be mindful of traffic shifts in the construction zones, and give crews space to work as you drive through the work zones. Please note that this is subject to change as construction schedules depend highly on the weather. Construction will be completed in five stages: Stage 1: Beginning January 6, 2025 (see map below of anticipated road closures, detours, and work areas for Stage 1) Construction improvements along Oak Street Detour Oak Street traffic to use The Square, Library Avenue, and Alley access Stage 2: Beginning March 2025 Construction improvements on The Square from Oak Street to the Alley Detour The Square traffic to use Library Avenue, Oak Street, and the Alley Stage 3: Beginning May 2025 Construction improvements on The Square from Crozet Avenue to the Alley Detour The Square traffic to use Library Avenue and Oak Street Stage 4: Beginning June 2025 Construction of the sidewalk in front of businesses along The Square via night work Stage 5: Beginning August 2025 Construction of final paving, signing, and striping We will keep the community informed on what to expect with traffic impacts and other important project milestones. Still have questions? Email the Facilities & Environmental Services Department. |
| Map of Crozet Square and Oak Street Improvement Project Construction Area for Stage 1  |
| Map of anticipated road closures, detours, and work areas for Stage 1, beginning on Monday, January 6, 2025 |
