Freeway Cap

Hollywood Freeway Cap Park Gets Boost From LaHood

Kate DeFronzo reports that an ambitious 44-acre freeway cap park envisioned for Hollywood took an important step towards reality last week, with the blessing of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.

March 31, 2012 - The Architect's Newspaper

L.A. Freeway Cap Park Edges Towards Feasibility

For years, citizens have been calling for a freeway cap and park in Hollywood. Now, a preliminary design has been released and advocates say work could begin as soon as 2012 -- if funding comes through.

November 28, 2008 - Los Angeles Times

Cap and Play

This commentary from the Los Angeles Times calls for creation of a central park for the city, made by putting a "cap" over a section of freeway.

June 21, 2008 - The Los Angeles Times

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