How will small businesses remain economically viable during construction of the Red Line?
Any major construction, public or private, can cause inconveniences and disruptions to businesses adjacent to the construction site. Temporary impact from construction could include: • Decrease in roadway capacity that results in delays, congestion and detours • Alterations to property access • Loss of parking, especially short-term street parking • Airborne dust • Noise and vibrations from construction equipment and vehicles • Loss of visibility of businesses to their customers • Presence of construction workers and materials The Red Line public involvement program includes an active business outreach component. Throughout the planning, design and construction phases the MTA will continue to coordinate with businesses in the corridor and especially those adjacent to the preferred alignment, when selected, to prevent or minimize short-term or long-term disruptions to parking, access or delivery. Similar to initiatives in other cities, the MTA may enter into written agreements with the
