What to expect during construction?

The city recognizes that project construction will affect those who live, work, and travel through the area. We are working to minimize disruption to the extent possible, including the measures outlined below.

The cross-section above shows what the project zone along Factoria Blvd SE may look like during construction.

Business access: Access to the businesses on both sides of Factoria Boulevard will be maintained throughout project construction. The city will provide clear signage to highlight business access locations.

Traffic impacts:

The City will not fully close Factoria Boulevard for an extended period.
Both northbound Factoria Boulevard lanes will be closed, and one of the current southbound lanes will become a northbound lane.
There will be changes to normal traffic patterns and times. The City will share the results of a Traffic Impact Analysis soon that will have more detail on specific impacts and mitigation measures.

Pedestrian and bicycle access: The sidewalk on the east side of the road will be closed, but the sidewalk on the west side will remain open, along with safe and accessible detours.

Bus routes: The two King County Metro bus stops in the project area will be temporarily relocated. The City will coordinate with King County Metro to minimize impacts to transit service and determine the new temporary bus stop locations.

As the project nears construction, the city will share more detailed information about these impact areas to support businesses and residents and to help commuters plan travel routes.