RIC Lighting Replacement Project Underway

RIC is replacing old light fixtures throughout its garages with new LED lights. The older fixtures in some cases date back to the mid-1990s, have high maintenance requirements, and are less energy efficient. Once the project is complete, travelers will enjoy lighting that is not only brighter, but more energy efficient.

Work location: The current work area is the second level of the South Garage, where installation of new fixtures or replacement of old fixtures is expected to take 22 calendar days following the start of work which will commence on September 15th. Upon completion of work in the South Garage, the project will move to Levels 1 and 2 of the North Garage for work expected to take about 30 calendar days. Some work will be completed during normal working hours and others during night work.

Preparation: For worker safety and protecting customer vehicles, RIC has closed the second level of the South Garage and South Garage Expansion to empty the area where lighting replacement work will be conducted.

History: This is a continuation of a project started earlier this year when light fixtures were upgraded on drive lanes and ramps around North Garage Level 1, South Garage Level 1, and South Garage Expansion Level 1.

Parking Availability: The North and South Garages will remain open as work progresses. If demand temporarily fills the garages, the Airport will redirect parking customers to Economy Parking (nearby Lots A and B on Eubank Road), using variable message signs on Airport Drive as well as notices at various facilities and on social channels like Facebook, X, Threads, and LinkedIn.

Project Duration: The current phases of the garage lighting replacement project will be conducted over a period spanning September 15th through mid-December.

Questions about the project? Please contact parking@flyrichmond.com.

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