- When: 2025/03/12
- Address: 6955 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
- City: Chicago
- State: IL
- Category: Spot Rezoning
- Subcategory: Commercial Rezoning
- Asset Class: Commercial
- Property Type: Retail
Chicago City Council approved the rezoning of 6955 W Grand Ave from B3-1 to C1-2, broadening the range of permitted commercial uses. The change supports more intensive and potentially auto-oriented uses such as contractor yards or storage services that are restricted under the B3 zoning classification. This reclassification also increases the allowable FAR and improves site development flexibility. Located on a high-traffic section of Grand Avenue, the site is strategically positioned to benefit from higher-volume commercial activity. The rezoning aligns with efforts to promote business reinvestment and modernize zoning designations to accommodate broader economic uses.
Why it Matters
This rezoning enables higher-impact commercial operations in a well-located corridor. It supports business flexibility, redevelopment opportunities, and corridor revitalization goals.
Source
Allowed Uses: C1-2 zoning allows a broad set of commercial activities including auto repair, contractor shops, and storage-related businesses, along with general retail, service, and office uses. It supports more intensive commercial operations than B3 zoning per Chicago Zoning Ordinance 17-3-0200 and 17-4-0200.
Density: FAR of 2.2 for C1-2 zoning (17-3-0405). If residential is included, lot area per unit is 400 sq ft for efficiencies and 500 sq ft for one-bedroom units (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: Generally up to 50–55 ft, subject to neighborhood compatibility and form controls (17-3-0403).
Lot Coverage: Regulated through FAR and setbacks; no fixed maximum lot coverage is stated (17-3-0400 series).
Previous Zoning: B3-1 Community Shopping District