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Communities

200+ communities served by transit 


With more than 200 communities in northeastern Illinois, the RTA has many partners in its efforts to improve mobility. To support local governments, nonprofit organizations, and others in creating more transit-friendly communities, the RTA provides land use planning support and funding opportunities to municipalities and transportation agencies across the region.

Local Planning

Community Planning
Access to Transit
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Making a difference

See how local planning is making a difference across the region

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Tools and resources

The RTA has developed several toolkits and educational resources to help foster sustainable and livable communities that enhance multi-modal transportation throughout the region.

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