The City of Chicago Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) Policy Plan

Since 2013, the City of Chicago has been encouraging compact, mixed-use transit-oriented development (TOD) near CTA and Metra rail stations, and more recently along several bus routes. This development model can create additional community benefits such as increased transit ridership and more walkable communities, both of which reduce traffic congestion and greenhouse gas emissions, while also promoting public health and adding to the City's tax base.