15th Ave NW and NW 83rd St Pedestrian Safety Enhancements
Updated: February 7, 2023
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Project Overview
In 2019, the 15th Ave NW and NW 83rd St Pedestrian Safety Enhancements was one of 15 selected projects by the Levy to Move Seattle Oversight Committee to be funded through SDOT's Neighborhood Street Fund Program. The project, located at the intersection of 15th Ave NW and NW 83rd St aims to enhance the safety of pedestrians and bicyclists crossing the street. This project will also help connect a future neighborhood greenway along NW 83rd St.
Note: funds not used for this project will be returned to the NSF program budget.
Elements
- New pedestrian and bike signal on 15th Ave NW at NW 83rd Street
- New pedestrian refuge island
- New marked crosswalks on north and south leg of intersection
- New crossings for east and westbound bikes
Benefits
- Enhanced safety for people crossing the intersection of 15th Ave NW and NW 83rd St
- Enhanced accessibility for people using mobility devices, riding bikes, or pushing strollers
- Maintains existing access for cars and deliveries
Design
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Schedule
The NSF program runs on 3-year cycles to select, design, and build projects. The application phase for the 2019-2021 cycle opened October 2018 and projects will be constructed in 2022.
Phase | Timeline |
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Applications | 2018 |
Community Prioritization and Voting | 2019 |
Design | 2020 |
Construction | 2022 |
Project Background
This is one of 15 Neighborhood Street Fund projects requested by neighbors and selected by the Levy to Move Seattle Oversight Committee. Neighborhood Street Fund is a city program, running on 3-year cycles, that enables neighbors to propose and help prioritize transportation-related projects that are then built by the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT).
Questions?
If you have questions or need translated materials, please contact us at NSF@seattle.gov or 206-771-0481. Thank you.
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