Taft Street Improvement Project Updates

The SR 7/US 441 Transit Corridor Improvements Project is underway to enhance safety, accessibility, and long-term infrastructure resilience in key areas of the City of Hollywood.

Improvements along SW 45th Street/Orange Drive (from Florida's Turnpike to SR 7/US 441) include:

• Upgrading existing drainage structures to improve durability and stormwater management.
• Adding a continuous concrete sidewalk along the north side of the roadway to improve pedestrian safety and connectivity.
• Upgrading curb ramps, pavement markings, and signage to increase visibility and accessibility.

Improvements along Taft Street (from SR 7/US 441 to North 40th Avenue) include:

• Milling and resurfacing the existing roadway to enhance long-term performance.
• Improving drainage structures to strengthen infrastructure resilience.
• Constructing an 8-foot to 11-foot shared-use path on the north side to provide safer access for pedestrians and bicyclists.
• Upgrading curb ramps, pavement markings, and signage for improved safety and compliance with ADA standards.

Traffic Impacts

• SW 45th Street/Orange Drive: All lanes remain open from Florida's Turnpike to SR 7/US 441.
• Taft Street (SR 7/US 441 to North 40th Avenue):
  • One eastbound or westbound lane may be closed as needed from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
  • Tree removal is ongoing in the public right-of-way along the north side of Taft Street in preparation for the new shared-use path.
  • During removal of larger trees, a single-block detour may be implemented. Property access will be maintained through a flagging operation.

Anticipated Completion: Summer 2025