The City of Champaign announced on April 1 that Fifth Street will be closed between Springfield Avenue and Healey Street to allow for construction at 502 S. Fifth Street. The closure is scheduled to begin on Thursday, April 2, and is expected to last until Saturday, May 2, 2026, weather permitting.
The temporary road closure aims to support ongoing building activities in the area while ensuring safety for both workers and the public. During this period, through traffic will not be permitted along this section of Fifth Street.
Despite the closure to through traffic, local property access will remain available throughout the duration of the project. Residents and businesses in the affected area are advised to plan accordingly.
The city has not provided additional background or context regarding the nature of the construction at this time. Further updates may be released as work progresses or if timelines change due to weather conditions.
Upon completion of construction activities at 502 S. Fifth Street, normal traffic flow is expected to resume.
