Can the CTA create dedicated road space for shuttle buses to run through alleys or along residential streets?
Alleys are too narrow for use by CTA buses. Obstacles in alleys, such as speed bumps, dumpsters and utility poles, make such use impractical and dangerous. In the corridor affected by three-track, virtually all residential streets are wide enough only for one through lane in each direction. Additionally, there are numerous limitations to this type of use, such as extreme demand for curbside parking and dedicated curb space.
