Planning Programs and Projects
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| + | Lemont Developer Discussion Panel | Community Planning | Development Dialogue | Lemont | $3,000 |
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Description
The Village was selected for inclusion in the 2014 Community Planning Program of Projects for a ULI Developer Discussion Panel. The Discussion was used by the Village to solicit guidance on ways to proactively attract infill development near the Metra Station as well as along the Downtown Main Street corridor
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.17.2016 |
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| + | Melrose Park Broadway Avenue Corridor Plan | Community Planning | Corridor Planning | Melrose Park | $99,998 |
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Description
This project was a corridor study that led to guidelines and recommendations to be incorporated into the Village's Comprehensive Plan update. Obstacles to the Broadway corridor becoming a vibrant transit corridor were addressed in order to create a transit friendly environment that includes improved transit infrastructure, safety and beautification elements. Current Activities
The study was completed and adopted by the Village Board in October 2015. In 2016 the Village was awarded Federal and RTA funding to contruct pedestrian access improvements along the corridor as recommended in the plan. In 2021 the Village began implementing new wayfinding and parking signage with a new rose motif, also recommended in the plan. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 07.23.2021 |
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| + | Park Forest TOD Pedestrian Access Plan | Community Planning | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Park Forest | $0 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The RTA worked with Village staff and appropriate agencies to develop a pedestrian access plan for the Park Forest section of the 211th Street Metra Station.
Current Activities
The final plan was completed in June 2015.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.04.2018 |
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| + | Tinley Park Developer / Financial Advisory Panel | Community Planning | Development Dialogue | Tinley Park | $3,000 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The RTA coordinated with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to bring in a panel of development expertst to the Village for a half-day discussion to provide guidance and advice on ways the community can attract TOD investment in their Metra station area.
Current Activities
The Panel convened on October 14th, 2014 and a summary report of the discussion is posted below in the Study Documents.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 12.23.2014 |
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| + | Blue Island Developer Discussion Panel | Community Planning | Development Dialogue | Blue Island | $3,750 |
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Description
The RTA chose Blue Island as part of the 2013 Community Planning Program to work with ULI to assemble a developer discussion panel to provide input, guidance and advice to the City as they work to attract TOD investment on a City-owned parcel adjacent to the 119th Street Metra station.
Current Activities
This panel convened in August 2013 and a summary of this discussion can be found in the Study Documents. In March 2015 the City issued a RFQ seeking a redevelopment partner for approximately 7.5 acres at the southeast corner of 119th Street and Vincennes Road. The site will serve as a gateway to Blue Island and create a commercial or mixed-use node, as identified in the Comprehensive Plan and the City is still working with potential developers to explore public and private funding sources to help finance a development. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 08.13.2025 |
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| + | Chicago - Ashland-Western Bus Rapid Transit Land Use Development Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Chicago | $200,000 |
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Not Available Description
This project developed land use recommendations to support the CTA's planned bus rapid transit (BRT) service along the Western / Ashland corridors. The work led to the identification of land use policy changes that support transit-oriented development as well as design standards to improve the experience around potential station sites, with a focus on providing pedestrian access and increasing ridership. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 08.29.2025 |
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| + | Chicago - Metra Station Area Typology Study | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Chicago | $125,000 |
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Description
The project assigned development typologies to all 77 Metra stations within the City of Chicago. These typologies provide a guide for elected officials and developers to identify opportunities for appropriate TOD development in the station areas, maximize access to transit, build ridership and support the surrounding community. This plan complements the Transit Friendly Development Guide completed by the City and the CTA in 2009, which created typologies for all CTA rail stations.
Current Activities
The final report was adopted by the Chicago Plan Commission in October 2014. The final report and other project documents can be found at: www.chicagometratypologies.com. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 08.29.2025 |
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| + | Franklin Park Zoning Code Update | Community Planning | TOD Zoning | Franklin Park | $21,666 |
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Description
The RTA worked with the Village to update their zoning regulations in the TOD area.
Current Activities
New TOD area zoning regulations were unanimously adopted by the Village Board on October 20, 2014 and the new regulations will be posted as soon as minor revisions are made. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 10.01.2025 |
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| + | Hanover Park Developer Discussion Panel | Community Planning | Development Dialogue | Hanover Park | $3,750 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The RTA coordinated with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to bring in a panel of development experts to provide guidance and advice on ways the community can attract TOD investment in their Metra station area.
Current Activities
This panel convened in February 2014 and a summary report of the discussion can be found below in the Study Documents. The RTA is monitoring progress and will offer assistance with implementation as needed.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.04.2017 |
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| + | Highwood Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Highwood | $125,000 |
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Description
This project created a transit-oriented development plan for an approximate ½ mile radius of the Highwood Metra Station, which is also served by Pace Route 472. The plan developed strategies to increase residential and commercial densities and add new business that will improve transit ridership.
Current Activities
The Downtown Projects Guide has been finalized and was adopted by the City Council on September 2014. The City of Highwood was selected by the RTA as part of the 2015 Community Planning Program to receive assistance updating their TOD area zoning regulations. This project began in May 2015 and the city is currently reviewing a draft of potential code revisions.
In 2015, the City of Highwood approved a redevelopment proposal for the former Hotel Moraine site to construct 103 units of senior housing with a grocery store on the ground level. The project is currently under construction. In spring 2018 the City announced a new residential project that adds 14 townhomes on property between Webster and Clay Avenues, located roughly two blocks from the Highwood Metra station. Plan implementation has continued with the approval of two multi-family developments on currently vacant lots, located on Green Bay Road. The proposals passed the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council in fall of 2016. On September 20th 2017, the Planning and Zoning Commission approved a proposal for a mixed-use building with 52 apartments, 2,800 square feet of retail space and 56 parking spaces at 440 Green Bay Road. The City acquired this property in 2012 and demolished the former restaurant building on it. It was sold to a developer two years ago and TIF funds have been promised to help with development costs. The proposal will next go to the City Council for approval. In May 2018, the Webster Place Residential Project was approved. It consists of a 14-unit townhouse complex in Downtown Highwood and is under construction as of June 2018. In addition, a mixed-use development at 246 Green Bay Road consisting of 31 apartment units, 9000 sq. ft of commercial space, and 39 parking spaces was approved in September 2018 and went under construction in November 2018. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.16.2019 |
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