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Recent News About City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development
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Chicago proposes landmark status for former WAX TRAX! Records building
The former home of WAX TRAX!
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Chicago approves grants for historic church restorations
Two historic churches on Chicago's Near West Side are set to receive preservation funding through Adopt-A-Landmark grants, as approved by the City Council.
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Chicago expands workforce solutions program with $12.2M funding
Chicago's Workforce Solutions program is set to expand citywide, following the approval of a proposal by Mayor Johnson.
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Washington Park to get new community center with city land sale
Sunshine Gospel Ministries is set to develop a community center in Washington Park, aided by the proposed sale of 4.1 acres of city-owned land.
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City Council approves tax incentive for Congress Theater redevelopment
The Congress Theater complex in Logan Square is set for an $87.8 million rehabilitation, aided by a Cook County Class L property tax incentive approved by the City Council.
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Chicago's Rector Building proposed for landmark status
The Rector Building in Chicago's Loop may soon be designated as an official city landmark.
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Adopt-A-Landmark grants proposed for Near West Side church restorations
Two historic churches on Chicago's Near West Side are set to receive preservation funding through the Adopt-A-Landmark grants.
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Congress Theater redevelopment supported by new tax incentive
The Congress Theater in Logan Square is set for a major redevelopment, with the introduction of a Cook County Class L property tax incentive aimed at supporting its rehabilitation.
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Century and Consumers Buildings gain landmark status through unique city process
The Century and Consumers Buildings in Chicago have been granted landmark status through a unique process outlined in the municipal code.
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City approves grant for new Austin art gallery and caf
A vacant building in Austin will be transformed into an arts space and café with the help of a $662,778 grant from the Neighborhood Opportunity Fund.
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City Council approves expansion of Diversey/Chicago River TIF district
An amendment to the Diversey/Chicago River Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district has been approved by the City Council.
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Chicago unveils plans for LaSalle Street's mixed-use transformation
The Chicago Departments of Planning & Development (DPD) and Transportation (CDOT) have unveiled "A Vision for LaSalle Street," a framework aimed at revitalizing the area between Wacker Drive and Jackson Boulevard.
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Chicago awards $30M for community development
A health center in Washington Park, a nutritional facility in Riverdale, and a learning center in South Lawndale are among the projects to benefit from Community Development Grants announced by Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Planning...
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North Lawndale set for $40 million housing development under new initiative
Ninety-nine new homes valued at $40 million are set to be developed in North Lawndale, as announced by the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) through its Missing Middle housing initiative.
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Chicago considers landmark status for historic Kingdom Baptist Church
Kingdom Baptist Church in Austin is on the path to becoming an official Chicago landmark.
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Chicago approves expansion for Diversey/Chicago River TIF District
An amendment to the Diversey/Chicago River Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district was approved by City Council, aiming to support the ongoing redevelopment of the CHA's Julie C. Lathrop Homes housing complex.
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Chicago proposes land purchase for Englewood development
The City of Chicago is considering the purchase of 0.7 acres of land near Throop and 59th streets to facilitate mixed-use development in Englewood.
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Chicago businesses proposed for property tax rebates
Five business expansion projects in Chicago, valued at over $8 million, are set to benefit from Class 6(b) Cook County property tax incentives.
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East Garfield Park set for new arts center under proposed land sale
A proposal to sell 0.6 acres of vacant city land for the construction of a community arts center in East Garfield Park was introduced to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.
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West Pullman plans $40M light industrial facility with city land sale
A proposal to sell five acres of vacant City land in West Pullman has been introduced to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.