City of Orlando seeks to close 1.6-mile gap in Downtown Loop project

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will work with city contractors to close a 1.6-mile gap to pave the way for the Downtown Loop project.

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The gap is located along East Anderson Street, from Summerlin Avenue to Lake Underhill Road.

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The project will provide residents with an easy route to a dozen Orlando neighborhoods.

The area connected will include the Orlando Urban Trail, Gertrude’s Walk, Lake Underhill Path, Bumby Path and Cady Way Trail.

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The full path will be 8.5 miles when completed.

The full project is expected to be complete by the summer of 2025.

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