About the study
Project Process
Led by a team of planners from the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), Chicago Departments of Transportation (CDOT) and Planning & Development (DPD), the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), and the 33rd Ward Office, this study will assess the streets, curb space, and sidewalk within the study area, including curbside needs, walking conditions, infrastructure state of repair, and traffic safety. A community-focused engagement process will accompany the study to inform existing conditions, pain points, project outcomes, and improvement strategies.
Project Timeline
Project Resources
This is an agency-wide strategic plan meant to embed racial equity and mobility justice in the transportation decisions and investments made by the City of Chicago. Read more about the Strategic Plan for Transportation here.
Commercial Loading Zones are being installed in the Central Business District. They are intended to provide access for commercial deliveries, reduce double parking, improve traffic flow, and promote turnover in designated loading zones. Learn more about Commercial Loading zone’s at the City of Chicago’s website.
People Spots are temporary platforms adjacent to sidewalks, typically within existing parking lanes. Learn more about people spots at the City of Chicago’s website.
Vision Zero Chicago (VZC) is the commitment and approach to eliminating fatalities and serious injuries from traffic crashes.Vision Zero brings together the policies, partnerships, and technologies that prevent death and serious injury from traffic crashes. Traffic crashes are not “accidents.” We acknowledge that traffic deaths are preventable and unacceptable and commit to using all available tools to influence the conditions and behaviors that lead to serious crashes. Learn more about Vision Zero at the City of Chicago’s website.