http://thesource.metro.net/2014/09/1...mplementation/
Metro seeks OK to move Union Station Master Plan from planning to implementation
New plaza to replace the parking lot at the front of the station.
Sitting at a new plaza overlooking the historic patios – the view is looking north.
Walking west over a new pedestrian bridge that spans the railroad tracks and platforms and connects the east and west sides of the Union Station property.
Looking north, with the relocated Patsaouras Bus Plaza to the east and the historic station to the west.
A rendering of the new east entrance to the station, looking toward Vignes Street.
[IMG]The western end of the new expanded concourse, showing one of the sunken areas, and views to the trains above.[/IMG]
An aerial view of Union Station with potential future development and strong connections to neighboring communities and amenities.
A ground floor site plan of the Master Plan. The big changes: a relocated Patsaouras Bus Plaza would be elevated and be located between the rear of the historic concourse and the existing railroad tracks. The current pedestrian tunnel under the tracks and platforms would be replaced by a widened multi-modal concourse, with two sunken areas offering seating and amenities.
This rendering shows the expanded multi-modal concourse, with a direct connection to HSR station below grade on the east side of Vignes. The USMP could support other approaches to a HSR station as well.