Current Case Studies

Bogardus Plaza

Bogardus Plaza

Originally a temporary street closure adjacent to Bogardus Garden, Bogardus Plaza was permanently constructed through community advocacy and DOT collaboration. The space features new plantings, seating, lighting, and a custom-designed food kiosk, supporting programming and local maintenance. The design honors neighborhood history and was developed with extensive community input.

 

Bus going down busway

181st Street Busway

Implemented in 2021, the 181st Street busway improves service for 68,000 daily bus riders by increasing speeds, calming traffic, and supporting commercial access. Located in Washington Heights, the two-way busway prioritizes buses and essential vehicles, with local access preserved from side streets. Following extensive outreach and measurable gains in reliability, the pilot was made permanent.

 

Setup Menu Pilot

Dining Out NYC Setup Menu

The Dining Out NYC Setup Menu pilot created modular prototypes for outdoor dining the City’s permanent program. Installed across four neighborhoods, the prototypes tested real-world conditions and included custom designs for different street types. Lessons learned informed updated drawings and a public-facing Marketplace, helping food service establishments launch compliant and vibrant roadway cafes citywide.

 

Image of a lushly planted median featuring purple flowers in the foreground and construction staging in the background

Landscape Maintenance Program

DOT’s Landscape Maintenance program focuses on caring for planted areas in the public Right-of-Way installed as part of Vision Zero, priority bus, and priority bike projects in disinvested areas of the city.

 

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