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Spot Rezoning at 5023–5035 N Lincoln Ave and 2441–2453 W Winnemac Ave from B1-1 to B2-3 for Mixed-Use Residential-Retail Development

  • When: 2025/03/12
  • Address: 5023-5035 N Lincoln Ave and 2441-2453 W Winnemac Ave, Chicago, IL
  • City: Chicago
  • State: IL
  • Category: Spot Rezoning
  • Subcategory: Mixed-Use Rezoning
  • Asset Class: Commercial
  • Property Type: Retail

The Chicago City Council approved a zoning reclassification for parcels at 5023–5035 N Lincoln Ave and 2441–2453 W Winnemac Ave, changing the designation from B1-1 to B2-3. This zoning change facilitates a higher-density, mixed-use development that combines ground-level commercial use with residential units above. The upgraded B2-3 classification allows greater flexibility in use and design while increasing floor area ratio and residential density. The project location lies within a neighborhood commercial corridor with access to transit, enabling it to benefit from parking reductions under the Transit-Oriented Development ordinance. The zoning change reflects strategic goals to foster neighborhood revitalization, increase walkability, and accommodate more housing near amenities and public transportation.

Why it Matters

The rezoning enables more flexible, higher-density mixed-use development in a walkable neighborhood. It supports Chicago’s TOD and urban infill goals while encouraging reinvestment in key commercial corridors.

Source

Applicant - Application No. 22677T1

Allowed Uses: B2-3 zoning permits ground-floor retail with residential units above, live/work spaces, small-scale offices, and service uses. Common uses include restaurants, cafes, local businesses, and apartment buildings, in accordance with Chicago Zoning Ordinance 17-3-0200 and 17-5-0200.

Density: FAR of 3.0 permitted for B2-3 zoning (17-3-0405). Minimum lot area per dwelling unit is 400 sq ft for studios, 500 sq ft for one-bedroom units (17-3-0408).

Minimum Lot Size: 400 sq ft per unit for studios; 500 sq ft for one-bedroom units (17-3-0408).

Maximum Building Height: No strict height limit in B2-3; typically accommodates up to 65 ft depending on site and context (17-3-0403).

Lot Coverage: Controlled through FAR and setback requirements; no absolute maximum lot coverage stated in code (17-3-0400 series).

Previous Zoning: B1-1 Neighborhood Shopping District