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Construction Status as of September 09, 2024

9th Street to 10th Street

Crews are completing the remaining work on Grove Street between 9th Street and 10th Street, including asphalt patching, sealing the roadway joints, installing signage, and striping the road. Guho anticipates reopening this block by the end of the day on Friday, September 13.

Vehicle Access:

• Grove Street between 9th Street and 10th Street is open for local business access only.
  • The ParkBOI 10th & Front Garage entrance is accessible via 10th Street. Vehicles exiting the garage will travel westbound on Grove Street towards 10th Street.
  • Hotel 43 and Chandlers are accessible via 10th Street.
  • One Capital Center parking lots along Grove Street are accessible via eastbound Grove Street from 10th Street.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Access:

• Between 9th Street and 10th Street, pedestrian access is open on the north side of the street for east/west passage.
• Cyclists will be detoured to alternate bike lane routes on 11th Street, 15th Street, 16th Street, and Bannock Street.

14th Street to 15th Street

At the 15th Street intersection, crews are removing the traffic signals and installing a new stormwater manhole. Traffic lanes on 15th Street are reduced to one through lane. The installation of the stormwater line on Grove Street will then continue between 14th Street and 15th Street. Additionally, crews are installing underground utilities at the 14th Street intersection.

Vehicle Access:

Traffic lanes on 15th Street are reduced to one through lane. The intersection of Grove Street and 14th Street, as well as Grove Street between 14th Street and 15th Street, are closed to vehicle traffic.

• The Linen Building, Hidden Crow Tattoo, Caffeina Kitchen, Maren Baker Design, and Pepper Design Co. are accessible via the alley north of Grove Street.
• Access to Scenic. the Storied Home and Hops and Bottles is from northbound 15th Street.
• Vehicles heading to Cosmo Prof, Outdoor Exchange, Crazy Neighbor, Legacy Innovation, Liquor Store, and Second Chance Building Materials Center should enter the parking lot via 14th Street and exit onto Grove Street, travelling eastbound toward 14th Street.

Pedestrian Access:

Sidewalks are open and accessible to all pedestrian traffic.

About the Project

The Linen Blocks on Grove Street, between 10th and 16th Streets, are uniquely situated between downtown Boise and surrounding neighborhoods to the west. The area has experienced two distinct transitions from its industrial roots. It has evolved from a working-class, industrial neighborhood to an automotive-focused corridor with gas stations and repair shops, some of which are still present today. Now the district is distinguished by its eclectic mix of local businesses, artists, shops, and sidewalk cafes on the west end of Grove and numerous new developments on its east end.

Capital City Development Corp. (CCDC) is continuing this evolution by fulfilling our community’s expressed desire for improvements and enhancements along Grove Street that will foster the existing energy while also paying homage to the area’s history. The project will make large-scale improvements to the streetscapes by adding trees and native plantings, improving and widening sidewalks, and incorporating public art. This will create a more comfortable experience for diners, visitors, and customers.

The project will also make improvements to the roadway while reallocating space to accommodate an all-ages, all-abilities protected bikeway. These improvements will better connect the Linen Blocks and surrounding neighborhoods to downtown while increasing customer access to businesses on Grove Street, whether they arrive by foot, bike, or vehicle.

Contact

For project specific questions or concerns, please contact CCDC Sr. Project Manager Amy Fimbel.