Annual Resurfacing Program

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Ann Arbor uses a data driven approach to determine the most cost effective treatment at addressing pavement conditions. 

The Annual Street Resurfacing Program resurfaces roads by removing and replacing asphalt.

Unlike the City’s Annual Street Preventative Maintenance Program, which does not remove asphalt but places a two-step treatment over roads with existing pavement in good condition to extend its life, the resurfacing program focuses on street surfaces in poor condition.

This program may also improve the road by: 

  • Extending the entire road structures lifetime. 
  • Upgrade stormwater management to move water away from the road. 
  • Update curb ramps to help people of all ages and abilities compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Implementing strategies identified in the Transportation Plan.

The program is funded primarily by Ann Arbor's Street, Bridge, and Sidewalk Millage and is limited in scope by funding and other infrastructure priorities​. 

The city maintains a road conditions and improvements dashboard of all the projects now underway and planned for the future. 

 

One Year Prior to Construction 

Expect city staff and consultants in the area inspecting pipes, preliminarily marking pavement with white spray paint, taking core samples, and surveying to gather data. 

Year of Scheduled Construction  

Tree trimming will take place from January to March to ensure an 18-foot clearance over the roadway for equipment and safety during construction. 

City crews or contractors will clear heavy brush, document site conditions, and mark the area. 

Staking, videotaping, and utility markings (colored flags and paint) will be done and continue throughout construction. Do not disturb these markings or flags. 

Construction Impacts

Mail delivery will be maintained.

"No Parking" sign will be installed and on street parking will not be permitted throughout construction.

Sprinklers, invisible fences or features not visible in the City Right-of-Way must be marked with spray paint or flags throughout the duration of the project by the resident. The city will not reimburse damage to private features in the Right-of-Way.

Landscaping in the City Right-of-Way is recommended to be transplanted prior to construction leaving at least a 5-foot area behind the curb. If it is not feasible to create this area contact staff to discuss potential options.

Trash, Recycling, and Compost bins are required to be clearly marked with your address and placed out the night before your scheduled collection day to accommodate construction activities.  

Door notices will be provided in advance of driveway, pavement, or other major work affecting residents.

One Year Prior to Construction 

Expect city staff and consultants in the area inspecting pipes, preliminarily marking pavement with white spray paint, taking core samples, and surveying to gather data. 

Year of Scheduled Construction  

Tree trimming will take place from January to March to ensure an 18-foot clearance over the roadway for equipment and safety during construction. 

City crews or contractors will clear heavy brush, document site conditions, and mark the area. 

Staking, videotaping, and utility markings (colored flags and paint) will be done and continue throughout construction. Do not disturb these markings or flags.

Construction Impacts

Road users, plan for delays and longer commute times as a result of detours or lane closures during construction.

Pedestrian access will be detoured when impacted.

Access to businesses and homes will be maintained but expect delays during working hours.

Deliveries to businesses will be coordination directly with the business owner.

Existing On-street parking will be posted as "No Parking" during construction within the project area.

Mail, deliveries, garbage, compost and recycling will be accommodated.

Work will take place within the City Right-of-Way, including storing materials required for the project.

Disturbed area(s) will be restored after the project is completed.

Sprinklers, private lighting, or other features not visible in the City Right-of-Way must be marked with spray paint or flags throughout the duration of the project by the property owner. The city will not reimburse damage to private features in the Right-of-Way Notices will be provided in advance of driveway, pavement, or other major work affecting businesses.

Construction will cause noise, dust, and temporary parking changes.

Resurfacing treatments vary.  ​ 

Partial depth removal 

Also referred to as a “mill and fill" is when the top layer (about 2 inches) of existing pavement is removed and replaced with new asphalt.   

This is typically used for streets that show surface cracks and has suitable base asphalt.   

Full depth removal 

All layers of asphalt are removed and replaced but the stone aggregate base is left undisturbed. On occasion, bad aggregate is removed and replaced, which is called an undercut or plunge cut and used to create a suitable base for new asphalt.  ​ 

Project Areas

All work is anticipated and subjected to change due to weather or conflicts. Updates will be posted once a new schedule is determined.

Limits:

Awixa Rd (Geddes - Lafayette) 

Treatment Type:  

Awixa Rd (Geddes - Orchard Hills) full depth resurfacing.
Awixa Rd (Orchard Hills - Lafayette) partial depth resurfacing. 

Anticipated Impacts:

 Mail delivery will be maintained.

"No Parking" sign will be installed and on street parking will not be permitted throughout construction.

Sprinklers, invisible fences or features not visible in the right-of-way must be marked with spray paint or flags throughout the duration of the project by the resident. The city may not reimburse damage to private features in the right-of-way.

Landscaping in the right-of-way is recommended to be transplanted prior to construction leaving at least a 2-foot area behind the curb. If it is not feasible to create this area contact staff to discuss.

Trash, Recycling, and Compost bins are required to be clearly marked with your address and placed out the night before your scheduled collection day to accommodate construction activities.  

Door notices will be provided in advance of driveway, pavement, or other major work affecting residents. 


Schedule:

Construction operations will be phased through the neighborhood on the streets included in the resurfacing program. These streets are Awixa Rd, Concord Rd, Highland Rd, Lenawee Dr/Lafayette Rd, Regent Ct and Regent Dr.

Concrete work begun in the neighborhood and anticipates to continue through the end of September, weather dependent. 

Manhole lowering will periodically be going on in conjunction with concrete work throughout September. 

Please plan accordingly these operations will maintain traffic but expect delays. 

Milling, grading, and paving is anticipated to be planned in October. Once the schedule has been finalized it will be posted online and shared with property owners adjacent to the work.  

 

Intersection Evaluation Survey Engagement Website: www.engage.a2gov.org/2026-intersection-survey  

Limits:

Concord Rd (Highland - Lafayette)

Treatment Type: 

Full depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Impacts:

Mail delivery will be maintained.

"No Parking" sign will be installed and on street parking will not be permitted throughout construction.

Sprinklers, invisible fences or features not visible in the right-of-way must be marked with spray paint or flags throughout the duration of the project by the resident. The city may not reimburse damage to private features in the right-of-way.

Landscaping in the right-of-way is recommended to be transplanted prior to construction leaving at least a 2-foot area behind the curb. If it is not feasible to create this area contact staff to discuss.

Trash, Recycling, and Compost bins are required to be clearly marked with your address and placed out the night before your scheduled collection day to accommodate construction activities.  

Door notices will be provided in advance of driveway, pavement, or other major work affecting residents. 


Schedule:

Construction operations will be phased through the neighborhood on the streets included in the resurfacing program. These streets are Awixa Rd, Concord Rd, Highland Rd, Lenawee Dr/Lafayette Rd, Regent Ct and Regent Dr.

Concrete work begun in the neighborhood and anticipates to continue through the end of September, weather dependent. 

Manhole lowering will periodically be going on in conjunction with concrete work throughout September. 

Please plan accordingly these operations will maintain traffic but expect delays. 

Milling, grading, and paving is anticipated to be planned in October. Once the schedule has been finalized it will be posted online and shared with property owners adjacent to the work.  

 

Intersection Evaluation Survey Engagement Website: www.engage.a2gov.org/2026-intersection-survey  

Limits:

Dewey Ave (State - Packard)

Treatment Type: 

Full depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Schedule and Impacts:

Manhole raising is periodically scheduled and planned to be completed by the week of September 14. 

Please plan accordingly this operation will maintain traffic but expect delays.

Limits: 

Highland Rd (Geddes - Awixa)

Treatment Type: 

Full depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Impacts:

 Mail delivery will be maintained.

"No Parking" sign will be installed and on street parking will not be permitted throughout construction.

Sprinklers, invisible fences or features not visible in the right-of-way must be marked with spray paint or flags throughout the duration of the project by the resident. The city may not reimburse damage to private features in the right-of-way.

Landscaping in the right-of-way is recommended to be transplanted prior to construction leaving at least a 2-foot area behind the curb. If it is not feasible to create this area contact staff to discuss.

Trash, Recycling, and Compost bins are required to be clearly marked with your address and placed out the night before your scheduled collection day to accommodate construction activities.  

Door notices will be provided in advance of driveway, pavement, or other major work affecting residents. 


Schedule:

Construction operations will be phased through the neighborhood on the streets included in the resurfacing program. These streets are Awixa Rd, Concord Rd, Highland Rd, Lenawee Dr/Lafayette Rd, Regent Ct and Regent Dr.

Concrete work begun in the neighborhood and anticipates to continue through the end of September, weather dependent. 

Manhole lowering will periodically be going on in conjunction with concrete work throughout September. 

Please plan accordingly these operations will maintain traffic but expect delays. 

Milling, grading, and paving is anticipated to be planned in October. Once the schedule has been finalized it will be posted online and shared with property owners adjacent to the work.  

 

Intersection Evaluation Survey Engagement Website: www.engage.a2gov.org/2026-intersection-survey  

Limits:

Lenawee Dr / Lafayette Rd (Lafayette - Awixa/Highland)

Treatment Type: 

Full depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Impacts:

 Mail delivery will be maintained.

"No Parking" sign will be installed and on street parking will not be permitted throughout construction.

Sprinklers, invisible fences or features not visible in the right-of-way must be marked with spray paint or flags throughout the duration of the project by the resident. The city may not reimburse damage to private features in the right-of-way.

Landscaping in the right-of-way is recommended to be transplanted prior to construction leaving at least a 2-foot area behind the curb. If it is not feasible to create this area contact staff to discuss.

Trash, Recycling, and Compost bins are required to be clearly marked with your address and placed out the night before your scheduled collection day to accommodate construction activities.  

Door notices will be provided in advance of driveway, pavement, or other major work affecting residents. 


Schedule:

Construction operations will be phased through the neighborhood on the streets included in the resurfacing program. These streets are Awixa Rd, Concord Rd, Highland Rd, Lenawee Dr/Lafayette Rd, Regent Ct and Regent Dr.

Concrete work begun in the neighborhood and anticipates to continue through the end of September, weather dependent. 

Manhole lowering will periodically be going on in conjunction with concrete work throughout September. 

Please plan accordingly these operations will maintain traffic but expect delays. 

Milling, grading, and paving is anticipated to be planned in October. Once the schedule has been finalized it will be posted online and shared with property owners adjacent to the work.  

 

Intersection Evaluation Survey Engagement Website: www.engage.a2gov.org/2026-intersection-survey  

Limits:

Regent Ct

Treatment Type: 

Full depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Impacts:

 Mail delivery will be maintained.

"No Parking" sign will be installed and on street parking will not be permitted throughout construction.

Sprinklers, invisible fences or features not visible in the right-of-way must be marked with spray paint or flags throughout the duration of the project by the resident. The city may not reimburse damage to private features in the right-of-way.

Landscaping in the right-of-way is recommended to be transplanted prior to construction leaving at least a 2-foot area behind the curb. If it is not feasible to create this area contact staff to discuss.

Trash, Recycling, and Compost bins are required to be clearly marked with your address and placed out the night before your scheduled collection day to accommodate construction activities.  

Door notices will be provided in advance of driveway, pavement, or other major work affecting residents. 


Schedule:

Construction operations will be phased through the neighborhood on the streets included in the resurfacing program. These streets are Awixa Rd, Concord Rd, Highland Rd, Lenawee Dr/Lafayette Rd, Regent Ct and Regent Dr.

Concrete work begun in the neighborhood and anticipates to continue through the end of September, weather dependent. 

Manhole lowering will periodically be going on in conjunction with concrete work throughout September. 

Please plan accordingly these operations will maintain traffic but expect delays. 

Milling, grading, and paving is anticipated to be planned in October. Once the schedule has been finalized it will be posted online and shared with property owners adjacent to the work.  

 

Intersection Evaluation Survey Engagement Website: www.engage.a2gov.org/2026-intersection-survey  

Limits:

Regent Dr (Highland - End)

Treatment Type:

Partial depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Impacts:

 Mail delivery will be maintained.

"No Parking" sign will be installed and on street parking will not be permitted throughout construction.

Sprinklers, invisible fences or features not visible in the right-of-way must be marked with spray paint or flags throughout the duration of the project by the resident. The city may not reimburse damage to private features in the right-of-way.

Landscaping in the right-of-way is recommended to be transplanted prior to construction leaving at least a 2-foot area behind the curb. If it is not feasible to create this area contact staff to discuss.

Trash, Recycling, and Compost bins are required to be clearly marked with your address and placed out the night before your scheduled collection day to accommodate construction activities.  

Door notices will be provided in advance of driveway, pavement, or other major work affecting residents. 


Schedule:

Construction operations will be phased through the neighborhood on the streets included in the resurfacing program. These streets are Awixa Rd, Concord Rd, Highland Rd, Lenawee Dr/Lafayette Rd, Regent Ct and Regent Dr.

Concrete work begun in the neighborhood and anticipates to continue through the end of September, weather dependent. 

Manhole lowering will periodically be going on in conjunction with concrete work throughout September. 

Please plan accordingly these operations will maintain traffic but expect delays. 

Milling, grading, and paving is anticipated to be planned in October. Once the schedule has been finalized it will be posted online and shared with property owners adjacent to the work.  

 

Intersection Evaluation Survey Engagement Website: www.engage.a2gov.org/2026-intersection-survey  

Limits:

Rosewood St (Industrial Zone - Packard)

Treatment Type: 

Full depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Schedule and Impacts: 

To maintain traffic, speed hump installation is scheduled to be installed part-width and will take about 3 weeks. This work is anticipated to start the week of September 7 and be completed by the week of September 21, weather dependent.

Manhole raising will periodically be going on in conjunction with the installation of the speed humps.

Please plan accordingly these operations will maintain traffic but expect delays.

Limits:

Sheehan Ave (Dewey - Granger)

Treatment Type:  

Partial depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Schedule and Impacts:

Manhole raising is periodically scheduled and planned to be completed by the week of September 14. 

Please plan accordingly this operation will maintain traffic but expect delays.

Limits: White St (McKinley - Dewey)

Treatment Type:  Full depth resurfacing.

Anticipated Schedule: 

UPDATE: Due to schedule delays caused by utility construction in the area, and in an effort to minimize impacts to residents during the university’s academic year, proposed resurfacing work on this portion of White Street is delayed until Spring 2027. “No Parking” signs will be removed the week of August 24 and normal traffic operations will resume.

Resurfacing work will continue on White St between Dewey and Rose.

Limits:

White St (Dewey-Rose)

Treatment Type: 

Full depth resurfacing. 

Anticipated Schedule and Impacts:

Manhole raising is periodically scheduled and planned to be completed by the week of September 14. 

Please plan accordingly this operation will maintain traffic but expect delays.

Limits:

  • Zina Pitcher Pl (Catherine - E. Huron)
  • E. Ann St (Zina Pitcher - Observatory)
  • Catherine St (Glen - Zina Pitcher)

Schedule, Phasing, Impacts, and much more can be found on the engagement website: engage.a2gov.org/zpcath-ann

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