"The biggest difference between the two design schemes is a protected bike lane that snakes its way up the western side of the median, present in one rendering and absent from the other."
"The proposed park is, unlike its 1910s forebear, not symmetrical or uniform in shape. Carve-outs for left-turn lanes alter its form on every other block."
"Bollards at the ends of each section will permanently keep errant (or malicious) drivers from encroaching on the park space."
The city plans to restore Park Avenue by reclaiming two traffic lanes for leisure and greenery, a significant change from its current state. This transformation is possible due to the reconstruction of the Metro-North tunnel beneath the avenue. The proposed park will extend from 46th to 57th Street, reducing lanes from four to three. Initial design plans include a protected bike lane in one scheme, while the park's shape will vary due to left-turn lanes, enhancing visibility and safety for drivers and pedestrians.
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