Barricades are stationed outside the Nanotechnology Research Center on Aug. 14 at UTA. Projects and construction on campus might affect traffic and movement throughout the fall.
As the fall semester begins, projects and construction across campus might affect traffic and movement throughout the semester.
Here is a list of things that might slow down traffic, as well as parking updates.
Renovations
As the University Center demolition continues, parts of College Street and First Street wil remain closed, Greg Hladik, executive director of Auxiliary Services, said in an email. Student drop-off and the MavMover shuttle bus stop have been relocated to the plaza area in Parking Lot 11. Parts of Lot 38 are also closed for contractor trailers and parking, Hladik said.
Due to ongoing Life Science Building renovations, parts of South Nedderman Drive and Planetarium Place are permanently closed.
Barricades will be installed near the Nanotechnology Research Center and the Fine Arts Building in preparation for two roof construction projects, according to a Parking and Transportation Services news release. Drivers should allow for extra time and watch out for construction personnel and equipment as well as follow traffic control devices.
Repairs
Repaving and repairs along Greek Row Drive were completed this summer and the roadway is open.
The city of Arlington repaired and repaved UTA Boulevard, which is expected to reopen before the start of the semester, as weather permits.
Parking
Lots 26 and 27 are expected to have immediate parking available throughout the day.
Temporary parking zones for General Student Commuter permit holders will remain in effect until early September, Hladik said. Students who purchase a commuter parking permit are required to select one of the East, West or South zones to park in from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The UTA Parking Finder app has been retired, and Parking and Transportation Services plans to launch a replacement app developed by UTA students, expected to be available late August. In the meantime, students can look at on-site parking guidance signs and UTA’s online parking maps for available parking options, Hladik said.
“One of the easiest ways to find parking is to begin at the outer edge of the parking area allowed by the student’s permit and work toward the center of campus,” he said. “Starting with the closest lots usually leads to more traffic, more circling, and fewer available spaces.”
Hladik also suggests that students plan to arrive 15 to 30 minutes earlier than usual to allow time to park and find their classes.
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