CTA Kedzie Green Line Elevator Repair Underway

Kedzie Green Line elevator out since April 29, affecting Harlem-bound platform access

CTA Kedzie Green Line Elevator Out of Service

Riders who need accessible service to reach the Harlem-bound platform at CTA's Kedzie Green Line station will need to plan alternative routes while an elevator remains out of service. The outage began Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 12:11 PM, transit officials said. CTA crews are working to assess repair time, but the agency hasn't provided an estimated return to service date.

Repair Timeline Remains Uncertain

The elevator provides the only accessible route to the Harlem-bound platform at Kedzie station, making the outage particularly significant for riders with mobility needs. CTA officials said crews are working to return the elevator to service as quickly as possible, though the return to service time is currently listed as TBD. The agency said it'll update the alert when crews can estimate a completion timeline. Transit systems typically prioritize elevator repairs at stations where alternative accessible routes aren't available.

Part of Broader System Maintenance

The Kedzie outage is one of several elevator issues currently affecting CTA's rail system. Jackson station on the Red Line and Western station on the Brown Line also have active elevator alerts, officials said. The CTA maintains, repairs, and upgrades elevators throughout its system as part of ongoing infrastructure work. Officials didn't specify how many total elevators are currently out of service systemwide or what caused the Kedzie elevator failure.

Accessible Service Alternatives

Passengers requiring accessible service at Kedzie station should plan alternative routes until the elevator is restored, transit officials said. The agency didn't provide specific recommendations for which nearby stations offer full accessibility to Green Line service. Officials said riders can check for current elevator alerts and system status updates, though they didn't specify how frequently the information is updated.

Planning Around Service Disruptions

The elevator outage affects riders who depend on accessible infrastructure to reach the Harlem-bound platform, particularly those using wheelchairs or mobility devices. Officials haven't said whether shuttle services or other accommodations are available during the outage. Moovit provides real-time updates on CTA service changes and accessibility alerts to help riders plan trips around elevator outages and other disruptions.