The 40th Ward Office can help support and connect you to city services.

• Businesses and Self-Employed

  Doing business in the City of Chicago: business licenses and permits, support for small businesses, links to local Chambers of Commerce.

• Community Driven Zoning

  Community-Driven Zoning process and guidelines: submit a zoning change request or submit feedback to current proposed zoning changes.

• Community Safety

  Find your police district and beat, learn about police accountability and get Community Safety Updates.

• Housing

  For renters (tenants rights) and homeowners (property tax exemptions, Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance, Home and Business Protection Program). Get Utility Bill Relief, housing insecurity support.

• Immigrant and Refugee Resources

  The 40th Ward Office is a safe haven for undocumented neighbors in our ward. Find free and low-cost legal and emergency support services as well as access to City services through the CityKey program.

• Neighborhood Development

  Learn about strategic neighborhood development initiatives and local construction that address issues like bike and pedestrian safety, affordable housing, accessible transit, and economic development.

• Public Health

  Resources and support for general public health concerns and special notifications as issued by the Chicago Department of Public Health.

• Seniors, Veterans, People with Disabilities

  Connect with City, State and nonprofit programs and resources for seniors, veterans and people with disabilities.

• Street and Alley Maintenance

  Trees (trims, planting, removal), garbage and recycling, street sweeping, snow plowing, vehicle towing, rodent control and grafitti removal.

• Traffic and Transportation

  Learn about traffic studies and Safe Streets Initiatives, repairs and special projects, as well as information about public transportation and Metra.

• Vehicle Stickers, Residential Parking, Tickets

  Vehicle stickers, residential parking information, and parking restrictions related to weather and events.

• Water Management: Sewers, Stormwater, Quality and Conservation

  Pay your water bill, learn about the utility bill relief program, stormwater management, water quality and conservation.

Planning on hosting a block party this Summer? Requests for block party permits must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event. The good news is, the permit application process is FREE and we’re here to help you with any questions you might have! Read our Block Party Permits and FAQs to get started.