Find out the latest legislative updates from this month’s City Council! Legislative Updates PRO/FAIR Mayor Johnson introduced the Protecting Renters Ordinance (PRO) earlier this year. Our office is deeply in support of any efforts that further the goal of renter affordability and tenant rights. While Ald. Vasquez did initially have some concerns about the impact […]
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Zoning Proposal: 5036-44 N. Ashland
Posted onWe want your feedback as we consider a new proposal to rezone 5036-44 N. Ashland from RS-3 to B2-3 to allow for a new 5-story residential building.
Haven on Lincoln is Complete!
Posted onEarlier this year, we celebrated the completion of a project many years in the making: the Haven on Lincoln, Chicago’s first stabilization housing project. The Haven on Lincoln is the culmination of the collective vision, passion, diligence, and adaptability of our office, city departments, and partner organizations. Together, we have created a first in Chicago: […]
Notice of Intent: 5636-40 N. Ashland Avenue
Posted onWe are deeply grateful to all our neighbors who took the time to engage and provide feedback on the zoning change proposal at 5636-40 N. Ashland Avenue. Your participation improves our community zoning process every time! Feedback from neighbors on this proposal was majority positive, with strong support for the building’s added residential density and […]
Immigration Debrief: September 2026
Posted onOn Tuesday, September 8th, the Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights hosted a virtual Immigration Briefing with our community partners to cover the most recent updates in immigration. As always, none of the below should be considered legal advice! The federal policy and legal landscape around immigration is changing rapidly, so any of the information […]
Notice of Intent: 2648-58 W Lawrence
Posted onThe 40th Ward Office is supporting the zoning change on 2648-58 W Lawrence to allow for the construction of a 5-story residential building for ground floor retail space.
Zoning Proposal: 4949 N. Western
Posted onWe want your feedback as we consider a new proposal to rezone 2648-58 West Lawrence Ave from B3-2 to B2-3 to allow for the construction of a new 5-story residential building with commercial retail space.
Immigration Debrief: August 2026
Posted onOn Tuesday, August 11th, the Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights hosted a virtual Immigration Briefing with our community partners to cover the most recent updates in immigration. As always, none of the below should be considered legal advice! The federal policy and legal landscape around immigration is changing rapidly, so any of the information […]
Family Emergency Planning in Case of Detention or Deportation
Posted onIn recent weeks, we have seen a surge in ICE enforcement in Chicago. To help you and your family prepare in case you are targeted by ICE, we’ve included some resources below! Making a Plan A family emergency plan is a plan to make sure your family is safe and prepared for any emergency, including […]
July 2026 City Council Roundup
Posted onFind out the latest legislative updates from this month’s City Council! Legislative Updates Sustainable Parkways Resolution City Council passed the Sustainable Parkways Resolution (SR2025-0016566), which is the first piece of legislation developed and drafted by the 40th Ward Environmental Board! This resolution is a first step in making the over 7,000 acres of Chicago parkways […]
Immigration Debrief: July 2026
Posted onOn Tuesday, July 14th, the Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights hosted a virtual Immigration Briefing with our community partners to cover the most recent updates in immigration. As always, none of the below should be considered legal advice! The federal policy and legal landscape around immigration is changing rapidly, so any of the information […]
Zoning Proposal: 2648-58 West Lawrence
Posted onWe want your feedback as we consider a new proposal to rezone 2648-58 West Lawrence Ave from B3-2 to B2-3 to allow for the construction of a new 5-story residential building with commercial retail space.