About
PennDOT plans to widen Bates Street between 2nd Avenue and the Boulevard of the Allies, which would accommodate transit access and improved bicycle and pedestrian safety amenities.
Updates
July 2023: A virtual stakeholder meeting was held this month. Public engagement will begin in fall. Michael Baker International is the state’s consultant.
July 2022: The next phase of this project will involve the selection of a Project Consultant and then the development of the Project Schedule that will include Community Engagement Outreach.
Resources
Oakland Plan Reimagine Bates Street page
“How widening Bates Street in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood could impact development projects.” January 25, 2022. WESA.