ETOD project pipeline
As of 2024, there are 60+ equitable transit-oriented development projects in the Elevated Chicago ETOD pipeline. This includes ETODs that have received support from Elevated Chicago and/or Elevated Works as well as sites that have received ETOD funding from the City of Chicago. Explore the interactive map and ETOD examples below.
Interactive map of ETOD projects in Chicago
This interactive map of Chicago’s equitable transit-oriented development (ETOD) projects was created by the Institute for Housing Studies at DePaul University, a co-chair of Elevated Chicago’s Knowledge Sharing Working Group. Toggle CTA stations and lines, view Chicago community area boundaries, and filter ETOD projects by funding group, including:
- ETOD pioneer projects
- Department of Housing TOD affordable housing projects
- ETOD Pilot Program projects
- 2023 ETOD grantees
- 2024 ETOD grantees
The map also indicates transit corridors of interest and transit “eHubs,” the areas around select CTA stations where much of Elevated Chicago’s original work was focused. You can learn more about the eHub workplans on the Resources page.
IHS updates this map as new rounds of ETODs are announced, so please check back regularly for the latest updates and follow Elevated Chicago on social media for spotlights on specific ETOD projects.
ETOD pioneer projects
ETOD pioneer projects are some of the earliest ETODs in the city and paved the way for other equitable transit-oriented developments. They include Woodlawn Station, the Hatchery, Green Line Performing Arts Center, Lucy Gonzalez Parsons Apartments, the Latinos Progresando Community Center, and Fifth City Commons.
2021 ETOD Pilot Program
In 2021, 11 projects were awarded ETOD micro-grants through a partnership between Elevated Chicago and former mayor Lori Lightfoot’s administration. This was the first wide-scale implementation of the ETOD Policy Plan and helped solidify ETOD as a priority for City government. Some ETOD Pilots, such as Food Matters in Bronzeville, have gone on to receive additional rounds of funding.
2023-2024 ETOD grantees
Over 2023 and 2024, the Chicago government awarded 28 pre-development and development grants to ETODs throughout the City. Grantee developments span many community areas and represent a wide variety of development types: affordable housing, arts and cultural centers, grocery stores, retail and mixed-use developments.
Click here for more information about how Elevated Works is assisting the 2023 and 2024 grantees through their capital pipeline and technical assistance providers.