North Hollywood to Pasadena BRT

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Alameda Av and Buena Vista St: Lane Reductions

Summary:

The North Hollywood to Pasadena Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project is part of Metro’s plan for better transit. This project will connect North Hollywood, Burbank, Glendale, Eagle Rock, and Pasadena through a new zero-emission BRT service that is faster, more reliable and operates like the best rail lines in the County.

Beginning in April 2026, crews began construction activities in Pasadena. This notice describes the work activities in the City of Burbank at the intersection of Alameda Av and Buena Vista St.

Location: Intersection of Alameda Av and Buena Vista St.

When: Starting the week of September 28, 2026, for approximately two months.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, and 7pm to 5am. Nighttime work could occur on an as needed basis. Closures remain in place 24/7 until complete.

Northbound Buena Vista St, north of Alameda Av (Stage 1)

Buena Vista St

Northbound lane reductions before and after Alameda Av.
Right turns from Buena Vista St onto Alameda Av maintained.
Sidewalk closure near the northeast corner of Buena Vista St and Alameda Av
- Access to businesses will be maintained
- Pedestrian detour signs and flaggers will direct people around the work area

Alameda Av

Left turns from Alameda Av onto Buena Vista St reduced to one lane.

Southbound Buena Vista St, north of Alameda Av (Stage 2)

Southbound lane reductions approaching Alameda Av.
Right turns from Buena Vista St onto Alameda Av maintained.
Sidewalk closure near the northwest corner of Buena Vista St and Alameda Av
- Access to businesses will be maintained.
- Pedestrian detour signs and flaggers will direct people around the work area

Buena Vista St, north of Alameda Av (Stages 3, 4)

Buena Vista St

Travel lanes reduced to one lane in each direction approaching the intersection
Left turns restricted in all directions through the intersection

Buena Vista St, Alameda Av (paving and striping)

Buena Vista St will be repaved and striped between Alameda Av and Olive Av.
Alameda Av will be repaved and striped between Niagara St and Buena Vista St

What to Expect:

All work has the necessary permits and approvals.
Work includes sidewalk demolition and restoration, asphalt paving and lane striping. Noise, dust, and vibration are expected. Water-filled barriers and pedestrian fences will be placed for safety.
Sign and flaggers will direct traffic through open lanes. Access for pedestrians will be maintained outside construction zones. Detour signs will be posted.
Temporary parking restrictions will be posted in the immediate work area.
Access to driveways, residences, and businesses will be maintained unless notified in advance.

Noteworthy

Construction is dynamic and schedules are subject to change.
Traffic control and work limits may be adjusted as needed within the limits identified in this notice to maintain safe operations and business access.
Metro bus stops may be relocated or impacted. For changes, please call 323.GoMetro. For changes to Foothill Transit Lines, please call 800.743.3463. For Pasadena Transit lines, please call 626.744.4055.
To receive electronic updates or to learn more, please visit the project website at metro.net/nohopasbrt.
To view all construction activity locations in Pasadena, please visit bit.ly/NHTPburbank.

Eat Shop Play:

Businesses within a quarter mile of the construction corridor may qualify to join Eat Shop Play, a Metro construction mitigation program designed to provide marketing assistance to local businesses.
Enrolled businesses gain access to free monthly webinars, one-on-one business coaching, and more.
To learn more, visit metro.net/eatshopplay.