River Street Reconstruction Project
Welcome to the River Street Construction Webpage! This is the place to find current information and updates related to construction of the River Street Infrastructure and Streetscape Project.
The project includes utility and surface reconstruction of the following streets and public spaces:
• River Street from Memorial Drive to Massachusetts Avenue
• Carl Barron Plaza (the major public space at the intersection of River Street/Western Ave/Mass Ave in Central Square)
• The MBTA bus stops and busway at Magazine/Green/River Street adjacent to Carl Barron Plaza
• Pleasant Street and Tubman Square between Pleasant Place and River Street
• Green Street between Magazine and Pearl Street
• Magazine Street between Franklin and Green Street
• Blackstone Street
In addition, the project includes the following nearby neighborhood streets which are due for reconstruction under the City's Five Year Sidewalk and Street Reconstruction Plan
• Fairmont Avenue / Fairmont Street / Rockwell Street / Laurel Street / Kelly Road
Car-Free With Kids
Learn how to get around Cambridge with kids on bike, transit, and on foot.
Bicycle Safety Work Plan
Bicycle Safety Work Plan and Agenda for the November 3rd, 2016 meeting of the Neighborhood and Long Term Planning, Public Facilities, Arts, and Celebrations Committee
PTDM
Information about the Parking and Transportation Demand Management Ordinance, how it is triggered and what compliance entails.
Play in the Public Realm
A summary of the many ways that parks and open space can be activated through programming and design.
Digital Submission
CDD is requesting digital 3D building models for new construction projects after they have received special permits from the Planning Board or have completed Large Project Review advisory procedures.