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Sunset Highway Trail – Spotted Road to Royal Street

Project Number: 2024073

Status: Design

Overview

The Sunset Boulevard Bike Path Project will construct a dedicated multi-use path along the north side of Sunset Boulevard, connecting Spotted Road to Royal Street. This 10–12-foot-wide path will improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists in a high-traffic corridor.

Location

Sunset Boulevard between Spotted Road and Royal Street

Project Timeline

  • Design Completion: Early 2025
  • Construction Start: Spring 2025
  • Estimated Completion: Fall 2025

Key Objectives

  • Multi-Use Path: Provide a 10–12-foot-wide shared trail for non-motorized travel.
  • Connectivity: Link neighborhoods west of Spotted Road to key urban areas near Assembly Street.
  • Pedestrian Safety: Build pedestrian crossings separated from vehicular traffic.

Project Scope

The main activities within this project include:

  • Path Construction: A 10–12-foot asphalt path on the north side of Sunset Boulevard.
  • ADA-Compliant Crossings: Upgrade pedestrian crossings to meet current standards.
  • Lighting: Install pedestrian-scale lighting for visibility and safety.
  • Coordination: Work with property owners and developers to minimize disruptions.

Funding

  • Total Project Cost: TBD (Estimated at the time of final funding confirmation)
  • Sources: Local transportation funds, potential state/federal grants

Community Impact

The path will offer safer routes for pedestrians and cyclists, enhance connectivity between neighborhoods, and encourage alternative transportation to reduce vehicle congestion. Temporary lane closures and detours will be necessary, but access to properties and businesses will remain open.

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

  • SEPA: All required SEPA processes will be followed.
  • Stormwater Management: Compliance with local standards to protect nearby ecosystems.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding the construction work or the construction schedule, please contact the contractor’s public representative.

Contractor Public Representative
TBD

City Project Manager - Design Phase
Benjamin Ward

City Project Manager - Construction Phase
Ryan Coles

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