Market Square, Planning Commission and Downtown Pittsburgh

Market Square Modernization project approved by city officials; work starts in April
The current plan is for the work completed by April 23, 2026 — the day the NFL Draft comes to the Steel City. “Right now it’s about building momentum, building the excitement for people to get excited about coming to Pittsburgh for the draft. And that excitement is already there,” said Jerad Bachar of Visit Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh's Planning Commission approves revitalization plan for Market Square
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Pittsburgh's City Planning Commission has approved the revitalization plan to modernize Market Square. It's just one part of the greater plan to transform Downtown Pittsburgh, and the goal is to get these renovations done in time for next year's NFL draft.
Pittsburgh City Planning Commission approves modernization of Market Square
Market Square as Pittsburghers currently know it could look very different next year, with plans to modernize and revitalize the downtown space taking a major step forward this week. The city Planning Commission has approved a modernization plan for the square. Work could begin as early as April 1 if City Council approves the proposal.
With final approval, Market Square revitalization to start in April
Construction is set to start in April on a project that aims to revitalize Downtown Pittsburgh’s Market square. The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership on Tuesday earned the Planning Commission’s approval for its proposal to reimagine the Downtown hub with limited vehicle traffic,
Marketplace Mall closures: See which stores and businesses have left
Bahlie Ethiopian Food, which opened in March 2023, has closed in the mall's food court. Grilled Cheese Factory ROC also ...
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Pittsburgh's Market Square
Market Square is an open public space surrounded by restaurants and shops, located at the intersection of Forbes Avenue and Market Street. The area has long been a meeting spot for Pittsburgh ...