Metro Nears Decision on K Line Northern Extension Route

West Hollywood advocates for San Vicente-Fairfax alignment as Metro prepares to select final path

Feb. 7, 2026 at 10:39am

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Metro is nearing a decision on the route for the K Line's northern extension, a proposed nearly 10-mile project that would connect the current terminus at Expo/Crenshaw Station to the B Line at Hollywood/Highland Station. The City of West Hollywood is actively advocating for the San Vicente-Fairfax alignment, and a rally is scheduled for February 12 at West Hollywood Park in support of this route.

Why it matters

The K Line Northern Extension is a major infrastructure project that would significantly expand Metro's regional rail network and provide enhanced connectivity through West Hollywood. The chosen route will impact future transportation and development in Los Angeles, making the decision an important one for the region.

The details

The proposed extension would run below Crenshaw, San Vicente, Fairfax, Beverly, Santa Monica, and Highland, with the San Vicente-Fairfax alignment being advocated for by the City of West Hollywood. The project carries a price tag of more than $14 billion and is projected to attract upwards of 59,700 daily riders.

  • Metro is expected to make a key decision on the final route within the next month or two.
  • A rally is scheduled for February 12 at West Hollywood Park in support of the San Vicente-Fairfax alignment.

The players

Metro

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the agency responsible for the K Line Northern Extension project.

City of West Hollywood

A local government advocating for the San Vicente-Fairfax alignment for the K Line Northern Extension.

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What’s next

The Metro Board is expected to make a decision on the final route for the K Line Northern Extension within the next month or two.

The takeaway

The K Line Northern Extension is a crucial transportation project for Los Angeles, and the chosen route will have a significant impact on the region's future. The advocacy efforts of the City of West Hollywood demonstrate the importance of community involvement in shaping these large-scale infrastructure decisions.