Lincoln Road Phase II at Meridian

Project Overview:

As of 2026, the active construction zones are part of Lincoln Road Phase II. There are two work areas: on Drexel Avenue and on Meridian Avenue, both major connection streets between the Miami Beach Convention Center, New World Symphony, City Hall and the businesses on Lincoln Road.

Lincoln Road at Meridian Avenue began in January 2026 and completion is expected before year end. The Lincoln Road District Phase II Improvements along Meridian Avenue from 17 Street to Lincoln Lane South will improve safety, walkability, and the overall visitor experience to support local businesses, cultural institutions and events. The following scope of work is included in this project:

Enhancing the pedestrian experience approaching Lincoln Rd.
Installing new trees including palms and new planters
Widening sidewalks and installing pavers from 17 St. to Lincoln Rd.
Installing new water, sanitary sewer and storm drain system infrastructure between
17 St. and Lincoln Road
Building a new crosswalk at Lincoln Lane North (across Meridian Ave.)
Constructing a raised landscape median between Lincoln Lane North and 17 Street
Reinstalling and upgrading bike lanes
Upgraded lighting and signalization
Repaved roadway
New signage, trees, landscaping and irrigation

While construction is underway, restaurants and retail on Lincoln Road remain open for business to all locals and visitors! Please pardon our dust and adhere to posted pedestrian paths around the work zones. The surface parking lot between Meridian and Jefferson Avenues is also available for use; please access this lot from 17 Street via Jefferson Avenue.

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PROJECT OVERVIEW

What is Happening?

On January 5, 2026, the City of Miami Beach will begin construction to improve Meridian Avenue from 17 Street to Lincoln Lane South, as part of the Lincoln Road Phase II District Improvements. This effort is a continuation of a $36 million investment in the Lincoln Road corridor designed to improve safety, walkability, and the overall visitor experience.

The Lincoln Road Phase II District Improvements is divided into two components: Drexel Avenue and Meridian Avenue Improvements. The Meridian Avenue work is in Phase II of three planned phases along the Lincoln Road District. It advances the City’s long-term vision to enhance walkability, cultural programming and public spaces.

How will businesses and the public benefit from this project?

Once complete, Meridian Avenue will function as a safer, more inviting corridor that enhances the pedestrian experience, improves access to local businesses, and supports making the overall Lincoln Road District better. The project scope includes:

Widening and installing paver sidewalks from 17 Street to Lincoln Road
Installing new water, sanitary sewer and storm drain between 17 St. and Lincoln Rd.
New outdoor café areas
Building a new crosswalk at Lincoln Lane North
Constructing a raised median between Lincoln Lane North and 17 Street
Reinstalling and upgrading bike lanes
Upgrading lighting and signalization
Repaving the roadway
New roadway signs, striping, trees, landscaping and irrigation

CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

Where is this project taking place?

When will construction begin and how long will it last?

How will the work be completed?

The work on Meridian Avenue will be completed in stages to help minimize impacts on nearby businesses, local residents and area visitors to the Lincoln Road District. Construction will be completed in stages as follows:

Stage One: The contractor will close Meridian Avenue to vehicles from just north of Lincoln Lane South to 17 Street in order to begin underground work. Sidewalks and pedestrian access will be maintained throughout this phase, but no vehicles or bicycles are allowed.

Stages Two and Three: The contractor will begin all the above-ground work; one lane of traffic will be open on one side of the road (northbound or southbound), while the other side is closed for construction. Additional updates will be provided as work advances and construction progresses.

ACCESS & IMPACTS

Will businesses remain open during construction?

What about deliveries and parking?

Access to city parking lots will also be maintained at all times throughout the construction project via entrances not located along Meridian Avenue. The city's trolley route will be adjusted to avoid traveling along Meridian Avenue. On-street parking along Meridian Avenue from 17 Street to Lincoln Lane South will also be closed during construction. Deliveries will need to be coordinated by each business and be rerouted through Lincoln Lane North, which will be open for deliveries, or on the south side of Lincoln Road around the construction work zone.

How will the work be completed?

Stage One: The contractor will close Meridian Avenue to vehicles from just north of Lincoln Lane South to 17 Street in order to begin underground work. Sidewalks and pedestrian access will be maintained throughout this phase, but no vehicles or bicycles are allowed.

Stages Two and Three: The contractor will begin all the above-ground work; one lane of traffic will be open on one side of the road (northbound or southbound), while the other side is closed for construction. Additional updates will be provided as work advances and construction progresses.