Park Avenue Green Space Expansion in Midtown

planned

The New York City Department of Transportation is moving forward with redesign proposals for Manhattan's Park Avenue between 46th and 57th streets. The project involves removing one travel lane in each direction to expand medians and restore green space, increasing median width from 20 feet to approximately 56 feet, closer to their original 1920s dimensions. Two design options are under consideration: one with pedestrian promenades and seating areas, and another with a protected winding bike path. The project will be coordinated with the MTA's underground train shed rehabilitation work planned for 2025-2029 to avoid multiple construction periods. Public outreach sessions are ongoing to gather community feedback, with no final decision or construction timeline announced yet.