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Design Updates
January 13, 2026
BAT lanes updates for January 2026
TriMet’s study and evaluation of the project’s Business, Access and Transit (BAT) lanes has evolved significantly. We’re still refining concepts that balance the needs of all 82nd Avenue users with cost and implementation considerations.
Following direction from the Policy and Budget Committee, the 82nd Avenue Transit Project team has been digging in deeper on the “More BAT lanes” concept. They have been studying refinements of the concept with attention to regulatory constraints and the associated costs. At the January 16 meeting, the team will present takeaways from these studies, including high-level summary of potential costs and regulatory risks associated with various approaches.
What’s next
A recommendation from the Policy and Budget Committee about the BAT lanes is expected at their February 13 meeting. The extent of BAT lanes will ultimately be determined by TriMet General Manager Sam Desue Jr., in close consultation and coordination with the Policy and Budget Committee.
Design Milestones
The design phase for the 82nd Ave Transit Project is expected to conclude in early 2027. This page features design and plans of what the project could look like.
Station Platform Locations January 2025
From 2022–24, the project identified general locations for station pairs. Considerations included important destinations, places where people transfer between transit lines, proximity to safe crossings and areas with high transit ridership. Learn about specific locations for each station platform, where buses can serve riders quickly and avoid being stuck in traffic.
Lane Design Proposal April 2025
The 82nd Avenue Transit Project will make riding the bus faster, safer and more comfortable. Beyond the current project design, we’re exploring additional tools to keep buses moving around traffic. Learn about benefits and tradeoffs with these additional tools.