Construction Updates

Last week, the contractor started installing new railings for outdoor dining from Juniper to Kalmia. Construction of subphase 2 is ongoing and through traffic will remain closed from Kalmia to Broadway. 

Additional signs have been added around downtown to help direct visitors to the free public parking lots. You can also find the parking information on the interactive parking map.

Subphase 1 and Subphase 2 are expected to be complete by mid to late January. This will mark a significant milestone in the project, and at that time through traffic and pedestrian walkways are expected to be fully open from Juniper to Broadway.

Grand Avenue General Construction Details 

The Grand Avenue Vision Project is all about preserving Escondido’s historic small-town look and feel while infusing new energy and vibrancy into the heart of Escondido. This exciting initiative aims to transform Grand Avenue into a welcoming and pedestrian-friendly corridor and boost the economic vitality of our downtown area. 

Construction Hours and Details 

Construction will take place Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. During the construction of Phase II, Grand Avenue will be closed to through traffic. However, pedestrian access will remain open to all businesses.  

Please be sure to observe all traffic control signs and do not move traffic cones or barriers. To help protect public safety, please remain on the designated pedestrian walkways. 

Questions and Project Information 

Have any questions or comments? We have created several resources that will be updated regularly to ensure construction impacts are readily accessible.

• City’s website: https://www.escondido.gov/300/Grand-Avenue-Vision-Project
• Project hotline: 760-839-4822  
• Project email: grandavenueproject@escondido.gov  
• Interactive parking map: https://bit.ly/4fSy9fy&nbsp