Construction Updates

Check back here for weekly updates to ongoing construction and quality of life projects in the City of Hoboken.

Be advised, schedules are subject to change depending on weather, construction logistics, or other circumstances.

For daily road closures, follow the Hoboken Office of Emergency Management on X: @HobokenOEM.

Rebuild by Design Hudson River Project/Jersey Ave. Closure

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) is continuing the construction phase for the Rebuild By Design Hudson River Project – Resist Alignment Coastal Defense Contract. The Resist structure is a floodwall and levee system aimed to protect the Project Area from coastal flooding threats associated with storm surge.

RESIST – SOUTH:

Marin Boulevard

The NJDEP has has commenced the full closure of Marin Boulevard between Observer Highway and 18th Street, to further construction on the Resist-South structure. During this phase of construction, the NJDEP will relocate underground utilities and install the foundation for the deployable floodgate. Traffic mitigation plans have been implemented, and Hoboken and Jersey City Police Officers are on site during work hours to assist with traffic control and pedestrian safety. Please see more about this closure and the traffic mitigation measures now in place here: https://local.nixle.com/alert/11877321/?sub_id=0  

Construction activities on the Resist-South project, the week of Dec. 8, 2025 include:

  • PSEG/Verizon Relocation: Relocate conduits, transfer cables, and remove utility poles per site and provider specs.
  • Water Casing: Set up temporary water supply system to support construction activities on site.
  • Forms & Concrete: Set up formwork and pour concrete for structural elements.

RESIST - NORTH: 

The NJDEP has temporarily reopened 15th Street to vehicular traffic, due to the discovery of unforeseen subsurface conditions along 15th Street which will require additional utility coordination, design updates, and procurement of materials. The NJDEP anticipates returning to 15th Street to close the road and complete this phase of construction this winter.  

For more information about the Rebuild By Design Hudson River project, see the City’s FAQ page here:  https://www.hobokennj.gov/resources/rebuild-by-design-hudson-river-project-faq.

Washington Street (North of 14th Street) Resist structure work

NJDEP crews are conducting critical utility and construction work to further construction of the Resist-North structure in uptown Hoboken.  

Read more on this phase of the project and related traffic/pedestrian impacts here:  https://local.nixle.com/alert/11862407/

This phase of work requires the following closures and other traffic and pedestrian impacts and management:  

  • Full closure of the sidewalk and parking lane on the west side of Washington Street between 14th Street and the alleyway south of 15th Street.
  • The right-hand turning lane from southbound Washington Street onto 14th Street will be eliminated for the duration of this phase of the project.
  • The northern crosswalk across Washington Street at 14th Street will remain open during daytime hours but will be closed to pedestrians for utility work overnight.
  • Bike and travel lanes will remain open on Washington Street.
  • Access will be maintained to businesses in the impacted area

Bloomfield Street (North of 14th Street) Resist structure work

NJDEP is advancing construction of the Resist – North structure of the RBD – Hudson River project in uptown Hoboken. The work includes protection of existing utilities, installation of the foundation and wall stems of the Resist structure, and installation of rail embeds for a flood gate.

Please read more about this work and related traffic/pedestrian impacts here: https://local.nixle.com/alert/11877321/

The following traffic impacts and management are anticipated for the duration of this project, anticipated to last through January of 2026:  

  • 24/7 closure of Bloomfield Street to vehicles and bicycles between 14th and 15th Streets.
  • The sidewalk on the east side of Bloomfield Street will remain open for pedestrian access to local businesses.
  • Access to private garages in the closure zone will be maintained during construction.
  • Traffic mitigation measures including signs, barriers, and a new traffic signal, will be implemented in advance of the work.
  • Detour signs will be in place, and the community will be advised of any temporary parking changes at least three days in advance.
  • Hoboken Police Officers will be on site to assist with traffic control and pedestrian safety. VMS boards will also be deployed to help remind residents of these changes.

Harborside Park (Hoboken) 

Work continues in the area of Harborside Park in Hoboken. Read more here:  https://www.hobokennj.gov/news/city-of-hoboken-and-njdep-break-ground-on-harborside-park-as-part-of-rebuild-by-design-project

Anticipated work activities the week of Dec. 8, 2025 include: 

  • Install Pedestrian Bridge: Assemble and place bridge structure to provide safe crossing for pedestrians over roadways or tracks.
  • Retaining Walls Footing/Walls: Excavate, form, reinforce, and pour  concrete for wall footings and vertical retaining structures.
  • Drainage: Excavate and install stormwater management systems including pipes, structures, and connections to ensure proper site runoff and erosion control.

This phase of work on Harborside Park is not anticipated to impact pedestrian or vehicular traffic.  

Project Background

The Rebuild by Design - Hudson River Project is a comprehensive urban stormwater management program that takes a multi-faceted approach intended to address flooding from both major storm surge and high tide as well as from heavy rainfall events. These events often occur individually, but can also occur together, increasing their impacts. The program includes four components: Resist, Delay, Store and Discharge.  

The NJDEP is implementing the Resist component of the project concept, while the City of Hoboken has and continues to lead efforts implementing the Delay, Store and Discharge Components. This portion of construction is Phase II of the Resist component. Phase I included implementation of Sewer System Modifications (SSM) and completed in July 2022. Phase II will include the construction of the Resist Alignment, a floodwall and levee system aimed to protect the Project Area from coastal flooding threats associated with storm surge. Construction for Phase II is beginning with the current test pitting work being described above.  

This United States Department of Housing and Urban Development is funding the project, allocating $230 million to the overall Rebuild by Design Hudson River Project. Additional funding has been allocated to this project through the FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities grant program and through an American Rescue Plan Covid State Fiscal Recovery Funding allocation.

For more information about the Rebuild By Design Hudson River project, see the City’s FAQ page here:  https://www.hobokennj.gov/resources/rebuild-by-design-hudson-river-project-faq.

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Madison Street Area Infrastructure Improvements

The Madison Street Area Infrastructure Improvements project will help mitigate localized flooding from rain events. The project scope includes replacing existing inlets, sewers, and water lines as well as elevating roadways, curbs, and sidewalks within the area. These improvements will alleviate the primary concerns by conveying stormwater into the sewer system. Once completed, the project will help mitigate rainfall flooding and upgrade critical underground infrastructure on Madison Street between Ninth and 11th Streets. This project will require road closures in the area. Area residents will be kept apprised of the work and impacts on their quality of life.

Read the most recent update on this project here: https://local.nixle.com/alert/11996789/

Be advised, there will be overnight road work in the area of 900 Monroe Street, between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Impacted water customers will be notified directly.

Additional work and traffic management activities are anticipated for the week of Monday, Dec. 8 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.:

Work Activities:

9th Street between Monroe Street and Madison Street

  • Finish installation of Tree Pit guards.
  • Plant new Trees.
  • Clean Up and demobilization.

Madison Street between 9th Street and 10th Street

  • Finish Tree Pit guards' installation on the East side of Madison Street.
  • Plant new Trees.
  • Clean Up and demobilization.

Madison Street between 10th Street and 11th Street

  • Finish Installation of Tree Pit Guards.
  • Plant new Trees.
  • Clean Up and demobilization.

Traffic Management:

  • No Impact to existing traffic flow.
  • HPD will be on-site to assist with traffic management and safety during construction.

NHSA anticipates completing the work and fully reopening roads and sidewalks, by mid-December. This updated schedule reflects several factors that contributed to earlier delays, including underground utility conflicts, weather delays, and unexpected utility lead times. More recently, a citywide suspension of all nonessential construction projects near or connected to the water system to prevent further stress on the infrastructure temporarily paused some portions of the project, pushing back the original timeline.  

For questions about the NHSA Madison Street Area Infrastructure Improvement Project, please visit www.nhudsonsa.com or contact dconger@nhudsonsa.com. For immediate assistance please contact the NHSA 24/7 Emergency Hotline at (866) 689-3970.  

For questions related to water improvements in the Madison Street Area Improvement Project, please contact contrerasfs@cdmsmith.com and water@hobokennj.gov.   

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NHSA H6/H7 CSO Long Term Control Plan Project, Phase 3

Underground Utilities Corporation will be installing new sewer lines, and curb inlets will be installed to alleviate drainage and potential flooding issues in Northwest Hoboken. The goal of this project is to reduce combined sewer overflows (CSO’s) and improve the water quality of the Hudson River.

Please be advised that this project currently requires the closure of the intersection of 14th and Grand Street 24/7. Due to this closure, Grand Street, between 13th and 15th Streets, is only accessible to local traffic and residential garage access.

The following construction activities and traffic management are anticipated to take place from Monday, December 8 to Friday, December 12, 2025, by Underground Utilities Corp. for the NHSA - H6/H7 Phase 3 Project:

Construction Activities:

Grand Street between 14th Street and 15th Street

  • Installation of piles, pile caps, and pipe cradles
  • Installation of storm sewer pipe, manholes, and inlets

14th Street between Grand Street and Clinton Street

  • Installation of piles, pile caps, and pipe cradles
  • Installation of storm sewer pipe, manholes, and inlets

15th Street and Clinton Street Intersection

  • 16" water main relocation and valve installation
  • Preparation work to be conducted Monday and Tuesday
  • Valve cut-in Wednesday evening / Thursday morning

Jefferson Street and 14th Street - Jefferson St remains open

  • Sidewalk and Curb Restoration

Traffic Impacts/Management:

14th Street between Grand Street and Clinton Street

  • Road to be closed 24 hours, 7 days/week

Grand Street between 13th and 14th Street

  • Road open to traffic

Grand Street between 14th and 15th Street

  • Road open; however, closed mid-block within construction area only (24 hours, 7 days/week)
  • Roadway changed to 2-Way traffic (north and south) to allow access to resident garages.

15th Street and Clinton Street Intersection

  • Road open to traffic
  • 15th Street will be alternating traffic

HPD will be on site to assist during working hours.

Temporary Parking Impacts:

 

Grand Street between 13th and 14th Street

  • East side:  No parking (24/7)

Grand Street between 14th and 15th Street

  • West and East side:  No parking (24/7)    

Clinton Street between 14th Street and 15th Street

  • Temporary no parking on the east side of the street from 14th St to 15th St (6 a.m. - 6 p.m.)  

13th Street between Adams Street and Grand Street

  • No parking both sides (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

15th Street and Clinton Street Intersection

  • No parking both sides of both streets – 70’ in all directions of the intersection (6a.m. - 6 p.m.)

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NHSA H6/H7 Phase II: Adams Street Force Main

Underground Utilities Corp. is installing new high level storm sewers and a force main within the northeast portion of the City of Hoboken. These sewers will be connected into the stormwater storage tank at the Northwest Resiliency Park and the force main will connect from the H6/H7 pump station to the NHSA’s existing outfall in 15th Street.

Anticipated Construction Activities and Traffic Impacts/Management for the NHSA H6/H7 Phase 2 Project for the period of 12/08/2025 through 12/12/2025 is as follows:

Construction Activities:  

  • Transducer wiring
  • Gas lines and generator exhaust installed by Guarini
  • Stilling Well Installation in the millon gallon tank
  • Pump floats installation
  • Mission Programming by PCS

Traffic Management  

  • No parking on 13th Street between Adams and Jefferson Streets between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.  
  • Temporary no-parking signs will be posted to advise of the restrictions.

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Waterfront Reconstruction Project

The Waterfront Reconstruction Project (formerly known as the Sinatra Drive Seawall Rehabilitation Project) will replace the aging and eroding concrete seawall beneath portions of Sinatra Drive and the Hoboken waterfront walkway. The project focuses on stabilizing and replacing the seawall and walkway along the eastern portion of Sinatra Drive, from the gazebo near Seventh Street to the skate park near Ninth Street, where erosion is most severe. This initiative is part of a larger effort to ensure the safety and longevity of the waterfront infrastructure.  

During the Waterfront Reconstruction Project, the eastern lane of Sinatra Drive from approximately Fifth Street north to approximately Sinatra Drive North will be closed 24/7. No southbound traffic will be permitted. Southbound drivers must use Hudson Street. The western lane of Sinatra Drive will be open to northbound vehicles. The sidewalk on Sinatra Drive will be closed to pedestrians 24/7 in the construction area.

More on the Waterfront Reconstruction Project can be found here: https://local.nixle.com/alert/11502705/?sub_id=0

The following work and traffic management activities are anticipated for the week of Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.:  

  • Install railing sections
  • Trenching for light poles
  • Backfill
  • Site grading
  • Site utilities (water line, light pole conduit)
  • Install Pavers

Traffic Impacts/Management:

  • Northbound traffic only between Fifth Street and Sinatra Drive North.
  • Southbound traffic must use Hudson Street.
  • Sidewalks are closed to pedestrian at the construction site.
  • Sinatra Drive will be closed in both directions from midnight to 6 a.m. on weekdays.
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15th Street Roadway Improvements

The 15th Street Roadway Improvement Project will reconstruct 15th Street from Madison Street to Adams Street and Willow Avenue to Park Avenue and will include critical Vision Zero and resiliency upgrades to transform the road to a more protected, accessible, and resilient pathway for all users. The Improvement Project will also construct a segment of the Green Circuit.

This is part of an overall larger project which will raise portions of the northern end of Hoboken to reduce nuisance flooding. Work includes new curbs, sidewalks, a raised bike lane, decorative lighting, street trees, and associated striping. The milling, overlay, and re-striping of 15th Street between Willow and Park is also included in this project.  

Phase One, which started June 16, is expected to be completed by mid-November and will reconstruct 15th Street from Madison Street to Adams Street. Phase Two, which includes resurfacing between Willow Avenue and Park Avenue, is expected to begin later this year.  

Read more about this project here: https://www.hobokennj.gov/news/15th-street-roadway-improvement-project-announced

The following construction activities and traffic management are anticipated to take place from Monday, Dec. 1, 2025 through Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. by REIVAX Contracting:

Construction Activities:

  • Completion of cobbles installation & center islands
  • Handicap ramp replacements on 15th & Willow
  • Madison & 15th St Intersection reconstruction & base paving  

Traffic Management:

  • 15th Street will be closed between Madison Street & Jefferson Street as well as between Jefferson Street & Adams Street.  The thru traffic on Jefferson Street between 14th St to 16th St will be open as well as the same for Adams Street.  
  • Sidewalks will be closed at these locations.  Pedestrian detours will be posted.
  • 15th Street & Madison Street intersection will be reconstructed. DPW would need to access the lot through Jefferson Street during this work.
  • DPW facility will be closed to the public on Dec. 1 through Dec. 3, to allow for this work.
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Church Square Park Improvements - Phase 1

This project has been completed, and the park is fully open to the public!

For more information on the Church Square Park Vision Plan and Improvement Project see here: https://www.hobokennj.gov/resources/church-square-park-vision-plan

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Complete Streets Phase Two

Your Way Construction will be resurfacing various roadways throughout the City of Hoboken. This work will include Vision Zero and resiliency improvements, including the installation of new bike lanes, high visibility crosswalks, curb extensions, green infrastructure upgrades, and roadway restoration.

Paving operations related to this project, will resume in the Spring of 2026.

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Hoboken Connect

The Hoboken Yard Redevelopment Plan will revitalize southeastern sections of Hoboken, including the Hoboken Terminal and the area around it. The Hoboken Connect project, within the redevelopment Plan area which is being overseen by LCOR, will include a new NJ Transit bus terminal including an indoor market, the rehabilitation of the Ferry Terminal and Warrington Plaza, the rehabilitation of Hudson Place which will turn parts of the road into a pedestrian and retail plaza, as well as  the development of an office building and a residential building that incorporates affordable housing units.  

In 2024, construction on the first phase of Hoboken Connect, a 28-story residential building at 111 Observer Hwy, between Washington and Bloomfield Streets. This project will require the temporary relocation of NJ Transit bus stops on both sides of Observer Highway between Washington and Bloomfield Streets to between Bloomfield and Garden Streets. Bike lanes will also temporarily be relocated from the south curbside of Observer Hwy between Bloomfield Street and Washington Street to the north curbside of the same block. The sidewalk and bike lanes along the south curbside of Observer Highway between Bloomfield Street and Washington Street will be closed to pedestrians and these changes are expected to be in place through approximately December of 2026.

This project also required the temporary removal of bicycle parking on Hudson Place between Hudson Street and River Street. New temporary bike parking/racks have been added along Hudson Street. Read more on the temporary changes here: http://local.nixle.com/alert/11466871/  

Hudson Place, Hoboken Terminal, and Warrington Plaza

Hunter Roberts Construction Group is renovating the Hoboken Ferry Terminal, Warrington Plaza, and the New Jersey Transit Bus Terminal at 1 Hudson Place.

Be advised, the new permanent bus station will be open as of Dec. 8, 2025.

Traffic Management:

  • Construction flaggers will be preset for truck traffic in and out of the site at Warrington Plaza and Hudson Place
  • Hoboken Police will be on site when necessary.
  • Dump trucks will access the site down the interim bus road with flaggers at the pedestrian pathway to the terminal

111 Observer Highway: Residential Building Development

Consigli Construction Company is constructing a new 28 story residential building at 111 Observer Highway on the south side of Observer between Washington St. and Bloomfield St.

The following construction activities and traffic management are anticipated to take place from Monday December 8, 2025 through Friday, December 12, 2025, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. by Consigli Construction Company.

Construction Activities

  • Foundation & superstructure work continuing within the site with concrete pours scheduled on 12/8, 12/9, 12/11, 12/12.
  • Utility contractor will trenching across Observer Hwy for fire and domestic water service overnight, Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8 p.m. and 4 a.m.
  • Note that the site will be open Saturday, 12/13/25, to jump the tower crane

Traffic Management

  • Construction flaggers will be present for intermittent truck traffic in and out of the site at the construction gates on Observer.
  • Hoboken Police will be on site to assist during working hours.
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Former Union Dry Dock Site Construction

In accordance with the lease between the City of Hoboken and NY Waterway for its temporary operations at the former Union Dry Dock site (901 Sinatra Dr.), NY Waterway will begin constructing approved site alterations within their leasehold area of the site. The initial construction work as part of the project will involve electrical improvements.  

In accordance with the license agreement between the City of Hoboken and NJDEP, NJDEP and its contractor, EE Cruz, for the RBD-HR project will be using a portion of the former Union Dock Site (901 Sinatra Dr.) for equipment and materials storage.

The following work and traffic management activities are anticipated for this week: 

Work Activities:

  • NY Waterway may berth multiple ferry vessels at the southern piers of the former Union Dry Dock site. No maintenance work will be performed.  
  • NY Waterway may berth a ferry vessel on the southern side of the northern pier to facilitate work by a contractor on the adjacent piers.  
  • NY Waterway’s contractor will be installing electrical site improvements, including new pedestrian-level lighting on the piers.  
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