Project: Arlington Heights METRA

Summary

The Arlington Heights Metra station, platform and tracks were relocated to improve access to the train station and improve circulation within downtown. The station relocation was part of a larger downtown redevelopment effort focused on promoting housing, retail and transit-oriented projects within the downtown area.

Characteristics and Setting

Classification/Type In-fill Transit Station
Transportation Mode Commuter Rail
Usage 2,317
Length (mi) 0.00
Economic Distress 1.01
Population Density (ppl/sq mi) 4,295
Population Growth Rate (%) -0.2%
Employment Growth Rate (%) 0.2%
Market Size 2,475,700
Airport Travel Distance (mi) 8.0000
Topography 2

Geography

Region Great Lakes / Plains
State IL
County Cook, Lake
City Village of Arlington Heights
Urban/Class Level Metro
Local Area N/A
Impact Area N/A
Transportation System Transit

Timing

Initial Study Date 1997
Post Construction Study Date 2006
Construction Start Date 1998
Construction End Date 2000
Months Duration 24

Costs

Project Year of Expenditure (YOE) 2000
Planned Cost (YOE $) N/A
Actual Cost (YOE $) $4,474,000
Actual Cost (2022$) $9,354,300

Pre/Post Conditions

NOTE: All pre/post dollar values are in 2022$

Transportation

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Impacts

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Arlington Heights METRA

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