THE CHALLENGE
Washington D.C.’s Cleveland Park neighborhood is a mix of historic, single-family homes and apartment buildings along tree-lined streets. The area lies within walking distance to the trails of Rock Creek Park, the National Zoo, embassies, and the Washington National Cathedral. Eateries, shops, and businesses thrive along Connecticut Avenue, a vibrant commercial corridor with heavy vehicle and pedestrian volume.
DDOT recognized an opportunity to improve pedestrian safety, access, and visibility along this important strip. In particular, they sought to address chronic flooding adjacent to the Cleveland Park Metro Station, improve safety and multimodal accessibility and maintain the corridor’s history.
The goal is to enhance this area by elevating the pedestrian experience, delineate clearly defined flexible zones in the public space, and create spaces that will make Cleveland Park a destination worth visiting.
