Construction near Shattuck and University
In 2019 through 2020, there are several major public and private construction projects happening in the three blocks of Shattuck Avenue south of University Avenue.
Together, these projects represent a collective investment of more than $250 million in downtown Berkeley. Ultimately they will result in a safer and more vibrant downtown.
The construction period will require periodic closures of traffic lanes and sidewalks around downtown Berkeley. The City of Berkeley and its partners are working diligently to mitigate the impacts on accessibility, small businesses, and the pedestrian experience.
Current street and sidewalk impacts
The changes to normal traffic currently in effect are:
- Travel lanes on Shattuck Avenue may be reduced to one or two lanes at various times and locations. Efforts will be made to maintain accessible pedestrian pathways whenever possible. However, during major construction activities, sidewalk segments may be reduced in width or closed as necessary. Pedestrian and motor vehicle access around the affected work areas will be maintained through traffic control plans approved by the City Traffic Engineer.
You can find a detailed description of current street and sidewalk closures on this map.
Active projects list
This table provides a summary of each of the current downtown construction projects, along with their expected timelines and contact information. For further details about each project, visit the project website.
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Residence Inn Berkeley
Sponsor: Pyramid Hotel Group
Where: 2129 Shattuck Avenue
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What's happening: Hotel project that will include 330 rooms and over 23,000 square feet of commercial space.
When: July 2018 - June 2020
Contact: Marie Speakman, MSpeakman@suffolk.com
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Shattuck Reconfiguration and Pedestrian Safety Project
Sponsor: City of Berkeley
Where: Shattuck Avenue from University Avenue to Allston Way
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What's happening: Project will repair and reconfigure Shattuck Avenue from Allston Way three blocks north through the Shattuck/University intersection.
When: January 2019 - December 2020
Contact: shattuckreconfig@cityofberkeley.info
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Water main replacement
Sponsor: East Bay MUD
Where: Shattuck Avenue from Allston Way to Center Street
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What's happening: Replacement of an undergrounded water main on Shattuck Avenue.
When: January 2019 - March 2019
Contact: Oscar Herrera, oscar.herrera@ebmud.com
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Lead cable replacement
Sponsor: PG&E
Where: various locations throughout downtown Berkeley
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What's happening: Replacement of an undergrounded lead cable, to reduce power outages in downtown Berkeley.
When: January 2019 - November 2019
Contact: Jeff Kringler, J6KF@pge.com
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Modera Acheson Commons
Sponsor: Mill Creek Residential
Where: 1979 - 1987 Shattuck Avenue; 2102 - 2113 University Avenue; 2125 - 2145 University Avenue; 1922 & 1930 Walnut Street
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What's happening: A mixed-use development, including 205 housing units and 14,000 square feet of commercial space, in four phased projects that will include adaptive reuse of existing buildings as well as new construction.
When: August 2018 - December 2020
Contact: Michael De Haydu, mdehaydu@MCRTrust.com
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UC Press Building
Sponsor: Berkeley Way, LLC
Where: 2120 Berkeley Way
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What's happening: Modify an existing commercial building to upgrade existing space and increase total square footage.
When: November 2018 - August 2019
Contact: Scott Foster, scottf@centriccon.com
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2067 University Avenue
Where: 2067 University Avenue
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What's happening: Construction of a 7-story mixed-use development project that will include 50 housing units and ground floor commercial space.
When: November 2018 - August 2020
Contact: Karen Kam, Karen@ulferts.com
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Downtown Berkeley BART Station portals
Sponsors: BART, City of Berkeley
Where: Shattuck Avenue at Addison Street (SW corner) and at Allston Way (NE corner)
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What's happening: Modify an existing commercial building to upgrade existing space and increase total square footage.
When: November 2018 - August 2020
Contact: Scott Smith, SSmith2@bart.gov
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AC Transit bus stop relocation
Sponsors: City of Berkeley, AC Transit
Where: Shattuck Avenue, Center Street & Allston Way
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What's happening: Temporary relocation of a bus stop from Shattuck Avenue at Center Street to the parking bay on Shattuck Avenue between Allston Way and Kittredge Street, to accommodate other construction projects. Lines 7, 18, 51B, 52, 65, 67, 79, 604, 605, 800, 851, and F will be impacted in the northbound direction. See AC Transit's service notices webpage for the most current information about impacts to specific lines.
When: January 2019 - December 2020
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