1st/Central Station | Urbanize LA

Here's how Metro is looking to close the gap in DTLA's Alameda Esplanade

One option includes a freeway cap park on the 101

June 8, 2023 by Steven Sharp

Metro looks to close gap in Alameda Street esplanade

Two segments are divided by the 101 Freeway

January 18, 2022 by Steven Sharp

Construction begins for esplanade, pedestrian improvements near Little Tokyo/Arts District Station

The $29.7-million project is scheduled for completion in 2022

October 25, 2021 by Steven Sharp

Another publicly-owned site could be up for redevelopment in Little Tokyo

The Mangrove site is currently being used as a staging area for the Regional Connector

June 9, 2021 by Steven Sharp

Urbanist Hot Takes and Little Tokyo History

Adding context to the discussion of the Metro joint development at 1st/Central Station

November 27, 2020 by Steven Sharp

Metro Hits Restart on Little Tokyo Joint Development

Community leaders opposed the staff recommendation of an Orange County-based developer

November 19, 2020 by Steven Sharp

Staff Report Recommends Affordable Housing at Little Tokyo Metro Station

Multiple developers are competing to build on the land flanking 1st/Central Station.

March 16, 2020 by Steven Sharp

Four Developers Pitch Plans for Metro-Owned Site in Little Tokyo

The property above the new 1st/Central subway station.

October 21, 2019 by Steven Sharp

Here's What a Future T.O.D. Could Look Like at 1st/Central Station

Metro is building a light rail subway station as part of the Regional Connector project.

August 3, 2018 by Steven Sharp