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Five years after city leaders created an Equitable Transit-Oriented Development plan to spur development near public transit on the South and West sides, a new report touts "substantial progress" on many of those 2021 recommendations. wbez.org/real-estate-develop…
Check out Block Club's article on the winning proposal to repurpose a former Rogers Park firehouse at 1721-23 W. Greenleaf Ave. Selected via DPD RFP, the $3 million project will transform the site into a coffee house with event and office space. Read more: bit.ly/4upWyQp
ALT This is a screenshot of an article from Block Club Chicago. The headline reads: "Rogers Park Firehouse Could Become Cafe, Co-Working Space As Developers Work To Restore It." The building in the image is a brick fire station with two garage doors, arched windows, and a worn facade. The article is reported by Madison Savedra, dated June 2, 2026.
Twenty-five office-to-residential conversion projects are underway in downtown Chicago as of June 2026 — more than the last 20 years combined. Valued at $1.8 billion, the 3,900 units are repurposing approximately 4 million square feet of underutilized commercial space.
ALT Map of downtown Chicago indicating locations of office-to-residential conversion projects, totaling over 3,930 units and $1.8 billion in project costs. The projects are marked with dots, classified as either LaSalle Revitalization Project or Private Market Project. The map includes a list of addresses with unit numbers and identifies well‑known streets like LaSalle, Monroe, Michigan, and Wacker. The Chicago Department of Planning and Development logo is in the lower right corner.
The Bronzeville Trail Framework Plan Open House on June 3 was the first public engagement for the trail planning process, bringing together more than 150 Bronzeville community members at Wendell Phillips High School. Sign up for updates on the plan at Chicago.gov/BronzevilleTrail.
CDC approved up to $201.6 million in TIF for $234.9 million in proposed public infrastructure and open space upgrades on a 31-acre site at Southport Avenue and Cortland Street in Lincoln Park as part of JDL Development and Kayne Anderson's Foundry Park mega-project.
Eligible costs include planned transportation and utility upgrades, a riverwalk and parkland. Located on the north half of the former Lincoln Yards site, the $3 billion Foundry Park project includes up to 3,737 residences and 970,000 square feet of office, retail and hotel space.
DPD announced today that redevelopment proposals are being accepted for the former 20th District Police Station site in Lincoln Square. A pre-submission webinar will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17. Applications are due by Sept. 8. Visit Chicago.gov/RFPs.
ALT Aerial view of a building at 1940 W. Foster Ave., outlined in red. Text overlay reads: "Build Better Together," "Now Open: 1940 W. Foster Request for Proposals," with "Mayor Brandon Johnson" and "DPD Department of Planning and Development" logos. Website: "Chicago.gov/RFPs.
Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) grant applications are open until 5 p.m. Thursday, July 30 for businesses in portions of Albany Park, McKinley Park, New City, North Park, Lincoln Square and other communities. Learn more at Chicago.gov/SBIF.
Join DPD and the Midway Chamber of Commerce from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 18 at 6422 W. Archer Ave. for an informational meeting on the City's Community Development Grant program. Spanish translation will be provided at the event. Register: bit.ly/43jXYRs
ALT A group of people stand together holding a large ribbon. Above them is text promoting a Community Development Grant Informational Meeting, including date, time, and location details. There are logos for the City of Chicago and the Midway Chamber of Commerce.
A $23 million mixed-use project was selected as the winning proposal for .84 acres of vacant land in Auburn Gresham. Led by GonSosa Development, the 65,812-square-foot building includes 46 mixed-income apartments, 12,000 square feet of retail space and outdoor parking.
ALT This image features a design proposal for a $23M mixed-use project in Auburn Gresham. The architectural renderings show a modern building near 8676-94 S. Vincennes Ave, with trees and people visible in the surroundings. The image includes logos for the City of Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson, and the Department of Planning and Development, along with a website link: Chicago.gov/RFPs.
DPD is hosting a virtual meeting for the Pilsen Industrial Corridor Study at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 9. Visit lnkd.in/gZexu2TT to register and also share your input through a community survey.
ALT Aerial view of an industrial corridor with the Chicago skyline in the background. Overlay text reads: "Pilsen Industrial Corridor Study Virtual Webinar," with details for Tuesday, June 9, 6 – 7 P.M. Invitation to join the virtual meeting to share input and shape the new corridor plan. Visit Chicago.gov/PilsenIndustrial to register and learn more. Logo of Chicago Department of Planning and Development in the top left corner.
Join DPD for a June 3 open house on the community-led planning process for an elevated trail and green space in Bronzeville on the former Kenwood rail embarkment. The event is from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Wendell Phillips Academy High School Gym. Register: bit.ly/3OWgHPn
ALT The image is an invitation for the Bronzeville Trail Framework Plan Open House event. It includes details such as the date, time, and location: Wednesday, June 3, from 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. at Wendell Phillips Academy H.S. Gym. There's an aerial view of the proposed Bronzeville Trail with labeled points of interest, along with logos for "Build Better Together" and among others. A website link is provided for more information.
DPD is seeking transit-oriented development proposals for a 2.9-acre site in Roseland adjacent to a planned Red Line Extension station at 111th Street. Register for a June 24 webinar and learn more ahead of the Aug. 31 application deadline at Chicago.gov/RFPs.
In observance of AAPI month, DPD is highlighting three Asian-owned businesses that recently received Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) grants for permanent building improvements and repairs. Check out their transformations!
ALT A blue graphic titled "AAPI Heritage Month - DPD Business Spotlight" lists three businesses. "Smart Learning Center" received $150,000 for exterior and interior upgrades for a daycare. "Wally's Wash World Inc." received $150,000 for renovations to a laundromat. "pHour Bakery & Cafe" received $71,900 for interior renovations. A prompt reads, "Swipe to see how these businesses transformed!
ALT Collage showcasing the renovation of a building titled "Smart Learning Center." The top half labeled "Before" shows an unrenovated exterior and a cluttered interior. The bottom half labeled "After" displays a modernized building exterior and vibrantly painted interior rooms.
ALT The image shows a promotional poster for Wally's Wash World Inc., featuring 'before' and 'after' pictures of a laundromat's interior. The 'before' images depict outdated washing machines and disorganized spaces. The 'after' images reveal a modernized, clean, and organized laundromat with updated machines and bright decor.
ALT This image shows a before and after transformation of pHlour Bakery & Cafe. The "before" photos depict a kitchen area with yellow-checkered flooring and a counter area with bakery items. The "after" photos reveal a more open and inviting space, featuring a modernized counter with a green base, seating area with wooden tables, and decorative plants.