Broad Street Plaza
Renovation of the Broad Street Plaza reactivated a key property in the heart of East Liberty into a public gathering space.
The URA, East Liberty Development, Inc., and the East Liberty Chamber of Commerce reimagined an underutilized square in East Liberty, now known as Broad Street Plaza.
With the help of community stakeholders and strategic partners, the URA rebuilt an underutilized square into a dynamic plaza in the heart of the East Liberty. Located between Hotel Indigo and the Kirkwood Building, the renovation transformed the property into a vibrant gathering space, which will enhance the business district experience.
The URA selected Klavon Design Associates, Inc. to manage the design process due to the company's history of successful public plaza design throughout Pittsburgh. A. Merante Contracting, Inc. served as the general contractor for the renovation. Improvements include new lighting, tables, and ample seating. Construction improved upon the green space, stormwater infrastructure, and accessibility features at the plaza, and there are new bike racks, waste and recycling bins, and electrical outlets. The electrical outlets and flexible open areas are well suited for performances, markets, events, and everyday use.
The URA will transfer ownership of Broad Street Plaza to the City of Pittsburgh for permanent ownership and maintenance.
Facts
- Community Partners: East Liberty Development Inc. (ELDI) and East Liberty Chamber of Commerce
- Contractor: A. Merante Contracting
- Architect: Klavon Design Associates
- Financial assistance provided by: the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Honorable Josh Shapiro, Governor, through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program; the Commonwealth Financing Authority through the Local Share Account program; and the East Liberty TRID Revitalization Authority Board of Directors, Allegheny County, City of Pittsburgh, and Pittsburgh Public Schools
Broad Street Plaza before renovation
Broad Street Plaza after renovation
Before renovation; Looking along the Kirkwood Building storefronts
After renovation
Before renovation; Kirkwood Building storefronts from Broad Street
After renovation; Kirkwood Building storefronts from Broad Street
Before renovation; Looking towards Highland Avenue
After renovation; Looking towards N. Whitfield Street
Renderings courtesy of Klavon Design Associates, Inc.
Renderings courtesy of Klavon Design Associates, Inc.
Renderings courtesy of Klavon Design Associates, Inc.
Renderings courtesy of Klavon Design Associates, Inc.
For more information, please contact Gordon Hall, Project Manager, at 412.255.6598 or ghall@ura.org.