Josh Bandoch Head of Policy at Illinois Policy Institute | Illinois Policy Institute
Josh Bandoch Head of Policy at Illinois Policy Institute | Illinois Policy Institute
Illinois Policy experts are available in Chicago to comment on the upcoming city council meeting.
The Chicago City Council is set to vote on ordinances concerning additional dwelling units and parking minimums.
LyLena Estabine, a policy researcher for Illinois Policy, provided a statement regarding these issues: “Chicago’s restrictive zoning code banned additional dwelling units in 1957 and has created a system that prioritizes parking over people. These unnecessary government restrictions have slowed growth and driven up the cost of living and building in Chicago. Legalizing the units citywide would offer homeowners more freedom, additional income potential and housing options to support working families. Eliminating parking minimums would cut back on barriers for development and lower rents. Aldermen should pass these ordinances.”
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