Fox Lake Station Area Planning Study
Fox Lake, Illinois

The Village of Fox Lake has become a haven for boat enthusiasts seeking a connection to the natural environment.  Due to its location at the heart of the Chain O’ Lakes resort and recreation area, the Village is in the enviable position of being able to offer its residents areas where the natural environment allows for lush landscapes and dense tree canopies. However, unlike many other places, the Village of Fox Lake has been able to achieve a synergy between the natural and built environment, by also offering the benefits of a more urban lifestyle through the presence of a station area with potential to become a traditional downtown highlighted by public transit options providing access to one of the country’s largest cities.  

The Village of Fox Lake Station Area Planning Study, led by the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), Land Vision, Inc., and its team of consultants are leading a study of the Fox Lake Station Area.  Results of the analysis associated with this study will lead to a series of recommendations whose primary goal is to generate increased ridership for these public transit opportunities.  Through a thorough analysis of current real estate market conditions and the generation of recommendations for issues derived from existing Land Use and Zoning, Vehicular & Pedestrian Accessibility / Circulation, Streetscaping, Wayfinding, and Signage conditions, this goal will be met.