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West Oakland BART parking lot closes Feb 10-17 for transit development prep work

BART Closes West Oakland Station Parking Feb 10-17

Drivers who park at West Oakland BART Station will need to find alternatives for a week starting Feb. 10. BART officials said portions of the station's parking lot will close through Feb. 17 to prepare for construction of a Transit-Oriented Development project. The closure affects one of the system's busiest transfer points, though officials didn't specify how many parking spaces will be unavailable.

Development Project Drives Temporary Closure

The weeklong closure supports preparation work for a mixed-use development planned at the West Oakland site, according to the transit agency. BART has been advancing Transit-Oriented Development projects at multiple stations to create housing and commercial space near rail lines. Officials classified the closure as high severity due to potential impacts on daily commuters. The agency didn't release details about the development's size, timeline, or specific construction activities requiring the parking closure.

Week-Long Closure Affects Commuter Hub

The parking restrictions run from Monday, Feb. 10, through Monday, Feb. 17, 2026, BART confirmed. Officials announced the closure Feb. 3, giving commuters one week's advance notice. The agency didn't say whether the closure affects the entire parking lot or specific sections, nor did it provide the total number of spaces typically available at West Oakland Station. Officials also haven't said whether overflow parking will be available at nearby locations during the closure period.

Construction Prep Work Scheduled

The closure allows contractors to prepare the site for upcoming construction activities, transit officials said. BART didn't specify what preparation work is needed or when full construction will begin. The agency also hasn't released a timeline for the Transit-Oriented Development project's completion or details about how long construction might affect station operations once it starts.

Riders Should Plan Alternative Access

Commuters who typically drive to West Oakland Station should arrange alternative transportation during the closure week, BART officials said. Options include using nearby stations, carpooling, or taking connecting bus service to reach BART. The agency said it will post updates about the closure on its website, though officials didn't specify whether any shuttle service or other accommodations will be provided. Moovit provides real-time transit information for BART routes and connecting bus service throughout the Bay Area.