NYC Moves Forward with 14th Street Pedestrian Redesign

The $3 million, two-year study will enhance the 14th Street busway with upgrades for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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New York City's Department of Transportation announced plans to redesign 14th Street in Manhattan, including upgrades to pedestrian space, parks, plazas, landscaping, and safety features. The $3 million, two-year study will build on the success of the 14th Street busway, which has reduced traffic congestion and increased bus speeds since its implementation in 2019. The city plans to host public workshops to gather feedback on the redesign, with the goal of accelerating capital projects by the end of the study period.

Why it matters

The 14th Street busway has become a model for similar transit improvements across New York City. This redesign effort aims to further enhance the corridor for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders, creating a more vibrant and accessible street from river to river.

The details

The planned upgrades for 14th Street include adding bike lanes, improving bus stops, and expanding pedestrian space. The redesign will focus on the blocks and public spaces connecting 14th Street from Avenue B to Union Square Park, as well as Irving Place, Broadway, University Place, and the corridor to the Meatpacking District and Hudson River Park. The Department of Transportation will lead the effort in collaboration with the city's Economic Development Corporation, the Union Square Partnership, and the Meatpacking District Management Association.

  • The first community workshop will be held on March 25, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Pratt Institute at 144 West 14th Street.
  • The online survey about experiences along 14th Street will remain open through April 10, 2026.

The players

NYC Department of Transportation

The city agency leading the redesign effort for 14th Street.

Mike Flynn

NYC DOT Commissioner, who stated that the project will deliver "truly transformational, permanently constructed upgrades" for the 14th Street corridor.

Union Square Partnership

A partner organization collaborating with the DOT on the 14th Street redesign.

Meatpacking District Management Association

A partner organization collaborating with the DOT on the 14th Street redesign.

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What they’re saying

“The 14th Street busway is an example of how when we think boldly, we can deliver real results for New Yorkers. This project has been a remarkable success, delivering faster commutes and safer streets for tens of thousands, but besides a new coat of paint, 14th Street looks and feels like it has for decades.”

— Mike Flynn, NYC DOT Commissioner (6sqft.com)

“The 14th Street busway is already a success—faster buses, higher ridership, safer streets. But we're not stopping at a coat of paint. We're taking it to the next level with greenery, pedestrian space, and stronger safety infrastructure. I invite New Yorkers to join DOT later this month and help shape the world-class future of 14th Street.”

— Mamdani (6sqft.com)

What’s next

The city plans to host a series of public workshops to gather feedback on the 14th Street redesign starting later this month.

The takeaway

This redesign effort for 14th Street builds on the success of the 14th Street busway, demonstrating New York City's commitment to enhancing pedestrian, cyclist, and transit infrastructure to create a more vibrant and accessible urban corridor.