Alley Resurfacing Underway in North Side Neighborhood
Alley resurfacing is underway east of 5619-5657 N Broadway and 1118-1144 W Bryn Mawr, from Bryn Mawr (west side of the tracks), with no through traffic permitted during the work.
Chicago, IL, October 12, 2026 — Work has begun on alley resurfacing in a section of the city’s north side. The project is located east of the addresses 5619 through 5657 N Broadway and 1118 through 1144 W Bryn Mawr. The scope of the resurfacing extends from Bryn Mawr Avenue, specifically on the west side of the railway tracks.
During the duration of the construction work, access to the affected alleys will be restricted. Authorities have stated that no through traffic will be permitted within the work zones to ensure the safety of both the public and the construction crews. The exact timeline for the completion of the alley resurfacing was not provided in the initial details of the project.
The specific contractor responsible for carrying out the resurfacing operations was not mentioned in the information available. Further details regarding the project’s scope, potential impact on nearby residents or businesses beyond traffic restrictions, or the expected completion date are also not yet available.
Residents and commuters in the vicinity are advised to seek alternative routes and allow for extra travel time. Updates on the project’s progress or any changes to traffic advisories may be provided by the relevant city departments as the work continues. The nature of the resurfacing work, such as the materials being used or the extent of the repairs, has not been specified.
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