Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

This page is aimed at helping keep the UChicago community and visitors informed of events, construction, and other activities that may affect traffic and parking in the campus area. We will update this page as new information becomes available.

Cottage Grove Repaving Project

On Wednesday, September 4, the Chicago Department of Transportation will begin repaving South Cottage Grove Avenue between East 55th Street and East 63rd Street. The project is expected to continue into October, weather permitting, and could result in noticeable delays for UChicago commuters.

There will be truck activity along the roadway during construction, however access to buildings is expected to be unaffected by the construction. The roadwork will pause for residence hall move-in.

Parking will be restricted on both sides of Cottage Grove Avenue between 6:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays.

The Chicago Department of Transportation says that Cottage Grove Avenue will not be closed completely during construction, however the work could cause delays for UGo Shuttle routes and the CTA's 192 bus route.

Updated on September 3.

Main Quadrangle Paving Project

The University of Chicago is starting its Main Quadrangle Paving Project on Thursday, June 6 and is expected to last through the summer.

The project scope includes installation of a new stormwater management system, new concrete pavers, landscape enhancements and restoration, and lighting enhancements. 

More information about the project can be found the University of Chicago's news page. 

Updated on June 3.