Projects

Exciting things are happening on The New Ave! Here you can learn about current projects and keep up with their progress. Upcoming meetings for these projects are also listed on the Events page.

the New Ave streetscape standards

The City recieved a grant of technical assistance to develop a document to set standards for streetscape details along New Hampshire Avenue.

ethan allen gateway streetscape

This Project will provide a safe and comfortable environment for pedestrians with improved stormwater infiltration that links residents to alternative transportation options, and supports a vibrant commercial center.

The engineering survey has been completed and the design stage for the Ethan Allen Gateway Streetscape project is gearing up. Community input into the project is welcome!

takoma/langley park transit center

A Transit Center is being built by the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) in the Takoma/Langley Crossroads area, it will be on the northwest corner of the University Boulevard and New Hampshire Avenue intersection where theTaco Bell is located.

purple line

To connect communities in Prince George's and Montgomery counties, the Maryland Transit Administration is designing a new light rail line connecting Bethesda, Silver Spring, Long Branch, Takoma Langley, College Park University of Maryland Campus, Riverdale Park and New Carrollton. The proposed stop in the New Ave Corridor will be in Takoma Langley Crossroads on University Boulevard west of New Hampshire Avenue.

plans

Visit the Visions and Plans (under the development tab) portion of this website to view adopted and ongoing plans.

Two plans that are ongoing include the Takoma/Langley Crossroads Sector Plan and Urban Design Guidelines - visit these links for more detailed information.

The K6 Priority Bus Corridor Study was completed and the Final Report requires implementation.

The County is exploring developing a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network that will include New Hampshire Avenue and University Boulevard.