Construction updates

Construction and final beautification efforts are progressing smoothly and on track to be completed by Spring 2025. We greatly appreciate your support as we wrap up this exciting development to Grand Avenue!

This week, landscaping teams will begin adding the final touches to Subphase 1, brightening up this section with new greenery. In Subphase 2, teams will start installing the outdoor dining decorative fences. Meanwhile, in Subphase 3, construction crews will continue staking for curbs and gutters around the new roundabout as they prepare to start laying concrete in the second week of March.

Traffic Reminders: As we near the final construction phases, we want to keep you updated on important traffic changes. The intersection at Grand Avenue and Broadway is temporarily closed, with alternative routes via Valley Parkway and 2nd Avenue. The Kalmia traffic circle is open and through traffic has resumed from Juniper to Kalmia, but the section from Kalmia to Maple remains closed. Please be cautious and follow pedestrian walkways near Broadway. We appreciate your patience as we work to make Grand Avenue even better for our community!

The Sun’s Out, Let’s Explore!

With warmer weather upon us, now’s the perfect time to come explore all that downtown has to offer! Whether you’re shopping, dining, or just enjoying the sights, make sure to check out available parking maps to plan the perfect outing. Remember to observe pedestrian walkways and be mindful of traffic controls for everyone's safety and convenience. We can’t wait to see you downtown!

Construction Details

The Grand Avenue Vision Project is all about preserving Escondido’s historic small-town look and feel while infusing new energy and vibrancy into the heart of Escondido. This exciting initiative aims to transform Grand Avenue into a welcoming and pedestrian-friendly corridor and boost the economic vitality of our downtown area. 

Construction Hours and Details

Construction will take place Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. During the construction of Phase II, Grand Avenue will be closed to through traffic. However, pedestrian access will remain open to all businesses.

Free parking is available throughout the duration of the project and can be found using the interactive parking map. Please be sure to observe all traffic control signs and do not move traffic cones or barriers. To help protect public safety, please remain on the designated pedestrian walkways.

Questions and Project Information

Have any questions or comments? We have created several resources that will be updated regularly to ensure construction impacts are readily accessible.

City’s website: https://www.escondido.gov/300/Grand-Avenue-Vision-Project
Project hotline: 760-839-4822
Project email: grandavenueproject@escondido.gov