North Hollywood to Pasadena BRT

Project Website | Work Notices

Burbank: Olive and Hollywood Phase A, Stages 2-6

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.

In September 2026, crews began construction activities in the median at Olive Av & Hollywood Wy. This notice describes additional nighttime activity at the intersection.

When: As early as Thursday, October 8, 2026, for approximately 3 months.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 11pm to 7am. Closures remain in place 24/7 until complete.

Where: Crews expect to begin work in the outside lanes and sidewalks of Olive Av between Hollywood Wy and Riverside Dr

Lane reductions on Olive Av between Kenwood St and Lima St, and on southbound Cordova St.
Sidewalk closures on Olive Av between Hollywood Wy and Riverside Dr. Pedestrian detour signs will be placed.
Right turns from Olive Av onto Cordova St will be restricted.
Right turns from WB Studios Gate 4 onto Olive Av will be limited to the green light cycle only.
Right turns from Riverside Dr onto Olive Av will be modified but available.

Where: Hollywood Wy and Olive Av crosswalk

Electrical work will close the crosswalk at southwest Olive Av and Hollywood Wy.
Lane reductions on Hollywood Wy. Only right turns will be allowed from Hollywood Wy onto Olive Av.
Pedestrian detour signs will be posted.

Where: Paving and striping on Olive Av and Hollywood Wy (this activity is pending)

Lane reductions on Olive Av between Screenland Dr and Alameda Av.
Lane reductions on Hollywood Wy between Riverside Dr and Olive Av.

A map showing these work areas can be found at bit.ly/NHTPburbank.

What to Expect:

All work has or will receive the necessary permits and approvals.
Work includes sidewalk and roadway demolition, and restoration of sidewalks and roadways.
Noise, dust, and vibration are expected. Water-filled barriers and pedestrian barriers
will be placed for safety.
Signs and flaggers will direct traffic through open lanes. Access for pedestrians will be available 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 to Metro, please call 323.GoMetro. For changes to BurbankBus lines, please call 818.246.4258. For changes to Foothill Transit lines, please call 800.743.3463.
To receive electronic updates or to learn more, please visit the project website at metro.net/nohopasbrt.

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.

More Information
Local access, Pedestrian Access, and Emergency Responder Access will be maintained during work activities.

Construction is a dynamic process, and information is subject to change without notice.

Metro Bus Service
Nearby bus stops or routes may be temporarily affected. Riders can call 323.GO.METRO or use Metro’s App for current service information and trip planning.

If you see an encampment or someone in need: Visit LAHSA's online outreach request site LA-HOP at https://www.lahsa.org/portal/apps/la-hop/request. For more information and referrals for any Health and Human Services, call 2‐1‐1 or visit 211LA.org.