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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Case Location
Narrative
Arlington Heights METRA
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