- When: 2025/03/12
- Address: 5260 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL
- City: Chicago
- State: IL
- Category: Spot Rezoning
- Subcategory: Residential Rezoning
- Asset Class: Multifamily
- Property Type: Affordable Housing
Chicago City Council approved a zoning reclassification at 5260 W Congress Pkwy, changing the zoning from RS-2 to RM-4.5. This action enables development of a mid-density multifamily residential project on a site previously limited to single-family detached homes. The RM-4.5 zoning allows for a higher floor area ratio, increased unit count, and building height, facilitating the construction of affordable housing. Located in a residential neighborhood with good transit connectivity, the site is well-positioned to provide additional housing options that support citywide goals for equitable and inclusive development. The change reflects a growing push to utilize underdeveloped parcels for high-need housing types.
Why it Matters
This rezoning supports Chicago’s efforts to expand affordable housing options and increase land use efficiency. It allows infill development that aligns with the city’s broader housing and equity strategies.
Source
Allowed Uses: RM-4.5 zoning allows moderate-density residential development such as apartment buildings, condominiums, duplexes, and townhomes. Permitted uses are described in Chicago Zoning Ordinance 17-2-0200.
Density: FAR of 1.9 permitted in RM-4.5 (17-2-0312). Minimum lot area per dwelling unit is 400 sq ft for efficiencies and 500 sq ft for one-bedroom units (17-2-0311).
Minimum Lot Size: 400 sq ft per efficiency unit; 500 sq ft per one-bedroom unit (17-2-0311).
Maximum Building Height: 60 ft maximum height in RM-4.5 (17-2-0313).
Lot Coverage: No fixed lot coverage percentage; governed by FAR and bulk regulations (17-2-0300 series).
Previous Zoning: RS-2 Residential Single-Unit (Detached House) District