Projects/Congress Avenue Urban Design Initiative, Phase 1

Congress Avenue Urban Design Initiative, Phase 1

Congress Avenue, from Cesar Chavez Street north to 7th Street, Austin, TX

under construction

Basic Information

Project Type
infrastructure
Building Use
public space

Size & Capacity

Square Footage

Timeline

Construction Start
1/1/2026
Expected Completion
7/1/2027
Completion Year
2027
First Discovered
2/6/2026

Financial

Total Construction Cost
$13,000,000

Features & Design

Amenities
  • expanded pedestrian zones
  • safe and protected bike lanes
  • enhanced street tree health
  • storefront activation zones

Internal Notes

The project aims to create a vibrant and walkable civic and cultural stage for Downtown Austin.