- When: 2025/03/12
- Address: 6945 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
- City: Chicago
- State: IL
- Category: Spot Rezoning
- Subcategory: Commercial Rezoning
- Asset Class: Commercial
- Property Type: Retail
The Chicago City Council approved a zoning reclassification for the property at 6945 W Grand Ave, changing the designation from B3-1 to C1-2. This change enables a wider variety of commercial uses, including auto-oriented businesses and contractor services not permitted under B3 zoning. The new zoning increases the maximum allowable floor area and expands potential uses on-site, offering flexibility for commercial redevelopment. Located along a heavily trafficked corridor, the rezoning reflects a shift toward accommodating more intensive commercial activities and supporting economic development in the area. The change also facilitates potential mixed-use projects with commercial ground floors and residential units above.
Why it Matters
The rezoning allows more intensive commercial activity and greater development potential along a busy commercial corridor. It supports small business growth and revitalization in a key area of the city.
Source
Allowed Uses: C1-2 zoning permits a wide range of commercial and retail uses including auto-related businesses, contractor offices, storage facilities, and general retail or service establishments. Broader use allowances than B3-1, as specified in Chicago Zoning Ordinance 17-3-0200 and 17-4-0200.
Density: FAR of 2.2 in C1-2 zoning (17-3-0405). For residential above commercial, minimum lot area per dwelling unit is 400 sq ft for efficiencies and 500 sq ft for one-bedrooms (17-3-0408).
Minimum Lot Size: 400 sq ft per efficiency unit; 500 sq ft per one-bedroom unit (17-3-0408).
Maximum Building Height: Typical maximum of 50–55 ft, subject to context and overlays (17-3-0403).
Lot Coverage: Determined by FAR and setback rules; no fixed lot coverage percentage (17-3-0400 series).
Previous Zoning: B3-1 Community Shopping District