Libertyville TOD Plan
This project assisted the Village to plan for mixed use development in their core downtown area surrounding the Libertyville Metra station. The plan details the creation of a livable and walkable downtown area that remains architecturally significant and that will contribute to economic development and transit ridership.
The final report was adopted by the Village Board in November 2017. In July 2018 the Village Board approved $1,289,800 to modify the basic downtown Metra station to add restrooms and upgrade the design to what is considered more in keeping with Libertyville's historic character. Station improvements were completed in 2019.
In 2021 the 116-year old historic building at the southeast corner of School street and Milwaukee Avenue, former home to the La Villa Theatre in downtown Libertyville was renovated to include eight apartments on the upper two floors and the restoration of the building's original features.
In early 2024 the Village of Libertyville completed the installation of five new wayfinding signs throughout the downtown, including one directly outside the Metra station. This was a transportation recommendation in the Downtown TOD Plan.
The RTA will monitor the Village's progress to implement the Plan.
| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| RTA | $80,000 |
| Local | $20,000 |