NEON District Streetscape Project

Project Information

For decades, Granby Street has been a hub of activity in Norfolk, always reinventing itself to reflect the spirit of the people and the times. The section of Granby Street in the NEON District is iconic, the center of the creative revival.

The NEON District Streetscape Project is more than just a beautification project. These critical infrastructure improvements will benefit businesses and residents for decades to come. Additionally, the project provides new technology to enhance the overall visitor experience. These improvements to the NEON District will reflect and enhance the energy of the area, the people and the businesses.

Project Location

Granby Street from E. Brambleton Avenue to E. Virginia Beach Boulevard

Key Project Features

Reconstruct the roadway, sidewalks and curbs
Add ADA-compliant ramps and painted crosswalks
Update traffic signals and add pedestrian signal heads and buttons
Replace water and sewer system
Upgrade stormwater collection and add a conveyance system to improve drainage
Introduce a biofiltration system to address water quality
Modernize utility lines with underground electrical conduits providing electrical service directly to properties
Install street lighting with new lamp posts
Improve landscaping with tree canopy and planter boxes
Add new amenities including seating and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations

The City will continue to coordinate with businesses and residents to try to minimize impact throughout construction.

Construction Schedule, Detours and Parking

The NEON District Streetscape Project infrastructure improvements started July 2024. Construction crews are working in the 700 block of Granby St., between Brambleton Ave. and Olney Rd. on the east/former Greyhound Station side of the street first, followed by the west side of the road. Once the 700 block is completed, crews will move to the 800 block, between Olney Rd. and Virginia Beach Blvd.

During construction, vehicular traffic will be restricted to northbound travel (towards Virginia Beach Blvd.) and there will be no on-street parking on Granby St.
Additional parking has been added on Monticello Ave. and Virginia Beach Blvd. and approximately 40 new spaces were added ahead of construction for the NEON Streetscape Project.

For more information on detours and parking options for the NEON District, please see below or click here for a map.