In the mid-1970s, housing estates sprang up to accommodate commuters.

Long-established patterns have geared rail service to accommodate westbound commuters.

In December 2010, the hours were greatly expanded on weekdays to accommodate commuters, and connections to the Shoreline Shuttle were improved.

In April 2012, the hours were extended to accommodate commuters.

Harding is an anomaly in an area where development has increased rapidly to accommodate suburban commuters.

Drivers filled the 7,500-car parking lot at Shea Stadium, which opened hours before sunrise to accommodate commuters.

A 415-unit parking garage to accommodate commuters will be built into its core.

New estates were built during the 20th century to accommodate commuters.

South Acton also has a bicycle parking area with 44 spots to accommodate commuters who do not wish to drive to the station.

Suburban officials also say they are trying to persuade independent merchants to compete more effectively by staying open later to accommodate commuters or by improving their displays.