Parking and pedestrian impacts begin May 11 at Young Library
LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 7, 2026) — Contractors are scheduled to begin work Monday, May 11, at William T. Young Library, impacting parking, pedestrian routes and cyclist access through the end of the year.
Two projects will occur simultaneously: basement renovation and roof replacement.
Basement renovation (May 11-Dec. 31)
Access to the library loading dock (Area C) will be intermittent based on project needs. This area will be used periodically for construction dumpsters and crane placement.
Roof replacement (May 11-Aug. 10)
This project will impact several parking areas around the library. Sixteen parking spaces in the Columbia Avenue West Lot (Area A) will be closed for dumpsters. A crane will be in place periodically in Area B.
In addition, a roofing materials trailer will be placed in the library circle near the main entrance. This trailer will temporarily block the library drop-off area (Area D).
Roofing materials will be stored in Area E, in the median between the library circle and the visitor pay lot. Approximately 10 parking spaces in the visitor lot will be unavailable periodically through June 11.
Travel advisory
The work area will be fenced, but pedestrians and cyclists should exercise caution while traveling in the vicinity and expect altered pathways.
If you have questions or need more information, email UK Transportation Services or call 859-257-5757.
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