CMAP's plans and guides are intended to be less technical and are aimed at a broad audience.  They include maps, brochures, ordinances, and other larger planning projects.  They are organized by subject and year, and are updated below as new reports become available.

If you are looking for the GO TO 2040 Plan, please see CMAP's extensive materials on the region's official comprehensive plan.

 

Water and Environment

Energy Efficient Green Building Practices (2010)

Model Water Use Conservation Ordinance (2010)

Upper Kishwaukee River Watershed Plan Executive Summary

Northeastern Illinois Regional Greenways and Trails Plan

Northeastern Illinois Regional Greenways and Trails Plan Map and Summary

Guidance for Developing Watershed Action Plans in Illinois

Regional Water Demand Scenarios for Northeastern Illinois: 2005-2050

Water 2050 – Northeastern Illinois Regional Water Supply/Demand Plan

Residential Water Use in Northeastern Illinois

 

Transportation

Updated 2030 Regional Transportation Plan for Northeastern Illinois

Land Use Policies and Strategies for Expressway-Based Bus Rapid Transit (8/12)

 

Other

Handbook of Planning Law Principles and Practices for Northeastern Illinois (2011)

Financial Assistance Programs for Economic and Community Development (2010)