Oakland Avenue Reconstruction

The Village of Shorewood is reconstructing Oakland Avenue between Capitol Drive and Glendale Avenue. Construction began in February and will be completed in December 2026.

Construction Impacts
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Traffic Impacts

Updated on February 9

Week of February 9

Northbound and southbound traffic is scheduled to shift to the west side of Oakland Avenue between Wood Place and Glendale Avenue.  

  • Motorists should be aware of changing traffic patterns around removed curb extensions  

Long-Term Closures

Beginning Monday, February 9, access to and from Oakland Avenue from the east will be closed at:

  • Kenmore Place
  • Jarvis Street
  • Wood Place
  • Olive Street
  • Marion Street
  • Lake Bluff Boulevard
  • Kensington Boulevard
Oakland Avenue is OPEN for BUSINESS during Construction!

Parking during Construction

Use the map to the left to find available parking location, or download the PDF using the button below.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to continue supporting local businesses along Oakland Avenue during construction. For more information about businesses in the area, please visit the Shorewood Business Improvement District by using the link below.