Rockford Rail Siting Analysis

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The Rockford Region Rail Station Conceptual Siting Analysis is a comprehensive planning study led by Farr Associates to evaluate the most feasible and viable locations for two rail stations in the Rockford Region in support of establishing the Chicago to Rockford Intercity Rail expansion project funded under the 2019 Rebuild Illinois Capital Bill. 

The Rockford rail station is the anchor for transit-oriented development potential between job and retail centers. The station will be one more asset in an area already rich with mixed-use assets including major employers, walkable retail centers, and entertainment destinations.

This study was undertaken to evaluate and provide a roadmap for the most feasible and viable locations for two stations, including: 

1. Rail-related Facilities: platform, station structure, drop off, etc. 

2. Station Access: walk-paths, streets, and parking.

3. TOD Potential: new housing and commercial uses.

The project has spanned over four years, beginning pre-pandemic with intermittent strategic holds throughout to allow key decisions to be made.