Normal Street Median Improvements Project
Project Background
Normal Street between University Avenue and Blaine Avenue is a four-lane 110-foot wide street with angle parking zones on both sides of the street and an existing raised center median. The existing parking of this block primarily supports the businesses along University Avenue. While these businesses rely on a high percentage of walking customers, they are benefited by the presence and visibility of increased parking.
Project Overview
The project will demolish the existing raised median with asphalt concrete and install a new raised median with landscaping and irrigation, 15 2-hour metered angled parking spaces at east side of median, upgrade 2 existing pedestrian ramps, install 3 new ramps, and install 2 new disabled parking spaces on the east curb of Normal Street.
There should be minimal to no impacts to residents and businesses in the area. Construction activity will take place at the median but it is not anticipated that Normal Street will be closed or vehicular access impeded.
Benefits
The purpose of the Normal Street Median Improvements Project is to improve/increase the parking spaces, enhance and calm traffic, upgrade pedestrian ramps, and improve landscaping on Normal Street.
Cost
The construction contract is for $134,119.
Project Funding from Proposition 1B, Uptown Parking District, Uptown Urban Community Funds
Schedule
| Construction Start: | September 2009 |
| Scheduled date for completion: | December 2009 |
| Plant Maintenance Period: | Six Months |
Important Documents:
- Fact Sheet (PDF: 106K)
- Project Map (PDF: 204K)
Contact Us
If you would like to receive updates about this project, please email us at engineering@sandiego.gov.
