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Chicago Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards Meeting Summary – September 17, 2024

ChicagoSep 17, 20248 min read

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The committee reviewed and acted on multiple zoning map amendments, landmark designations, fee waivers, and text amendments including a new Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Block pilot program. Several ordinances for rezoning and planned developments were introduced or passed as substituted, affecting various wards across Chicago.

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Purchase Block Pilot Program District Pilot Program Community Shopping District Rezoning Mixed-Use Development

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Community Shopping District RezoningZoning Map Amendments – Aldermanic and Private ApplicationsMixed-Use Development ApprovalsLarge sign permitsNeighborhood Commercial and Industrial District ChangesHistorical Landmark Designations and Fee WaiversCommerceTenant Opportunity to Purchase Block Pilot ProgramPlanned Developments and Residential Business Planned DevelopmentsHousing

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Passed as substituted Ordinance O2024-0011001 establishing the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Block (606) District Pilot Program and modifying district boundaries.
Introduced historical landmark designation for Ramova Theater Building at 3508-3518 S Halsted St (11th Ward).
Introduced multiple historical landmark fee waivers for properties at 25 E Washington St, 3402 S Giles Ave, and 2401 S Wabash Ave.
Referred numerous zoning map amendments for aldermanic and private applications, including changes from residential to commercial districts and vice versa across multiple wards.
Approved planned developments involving mixed-use residential and commercial projects, including expansions and amendments to existing developments.
Authorized large signs over 100 square feet in various locations across Chicago.

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Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards

Sep 17, 2024, 3:00 PMCity Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street - Chicago, IL 60602completed

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