Garner is set for a major roadway upgrade—with U.S. 401 expanding to six lanes to improve traffic flow and safety.

May 13, 2026 | News

Project highlights:
• ~$26M investment
• Expansion to 6 lanes with a divided median
• Removal of left turns from side streets
• New sidewalks + crosswalks

CRE takeaway:
• Improved traffic flow can increase corridor visibility and accessibility
• Safer, more “controlled” access often attracts national tenants
• Infrastructure upgrades tend to reshape retail patterns over time

Translation: better roads = better retail corridors (long-term).

https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/wake-county-news/ncdot-turning-more-than-1-mile-of-u-s-401-in-garner-into-6-lane-road-removing-left-turns

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