Eagle and Market Street Enhancements

Project Overview

The Eagle and Market Street Enhancements project aims to improve public space use with a cohesive and inspired design for the historically Black business district known as The Block. This investment will improve sidewalk safety and accessibility, support cultural expression, and enhance the overall pedestrian experience in and around the Block in ways that align with the community’s vision. The project delivers on the physical investments of the broader Boosting the Block initiative.

Physical goals of the project include:

• Replacement of existing brick sidewalk and addition of improved, accessible sidewalks in the project area 

• Addition of pedestrian lighting, site furnishings and street trees

• Creation of a physical gateway that incorporates public art/neighborhood identity

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Contact

Rebecca Cipriano, Project Manager
rcipriano@ashevillenc.gov

Dana Frankel, Downtown Planning Manager
dfrankel@ashevillenc.gov